Time Out in Ticknall
For readers who have never had the opportunity to visit Ticknall, Patrick Leach has made a video which gives a taste of Ticknall and surrounding areas.
The video has a running time of 20 minutes and includes visits to Swarkestone and Calke Abbey and Park as well as some local walks.
Ticknall area Walks
There are so many alternative routes in the area around Ticknall that it is not easy to decide which particular route to take.
Visitors who are new to the Ticknall area will probably wish to take a route that passes through the Calke Estate.
Scoff and Shop
Scoff and Shop is a new catering concept in the heart of the community and with the community at it’s heart.
We pride ourselves on our friendly service and go out of our way to make our customers feel welcome and appreciated.
TARG – Forthcoming Activities
Fieldwalking takes place as and when fields become available, with follow ups of sorting and recording. We normally take our finds home to wash. Pot Drawing takes place in the Ticknall Village Hall on the last Thursday in the month. (note, not August or December)
The Chequers Inn, Ticknall
The Chequers Inn, Ticknall is the oldest pub in the village and is very much the stereotypical traditional country village pub.
With thick stone walls and small windows you just know that there will be a warm welcome inside, and indeed there is, thanks to hosts Tony, Claire and family.
Incy Wincy Cottage, Ticknall
Nestling in the picturesque village of Ticknall, this former Estate workers cottage has been upgraded to retain original beams, open fires & inglenook fireplace. Centrally located in the village with village shop across the road & three traditional pubs with varying menus & cask ales.
A Passion for Trees
Ticknall Garden Club is delighted to be welcoming Tony Kirkham as their speaker on January 8th at 7.30 pm in Ticknall Village Hall. Tony is Head of the Arboretum at Kew Gardens.
