Newark Castle Ruins – Newark Castle Ruins loop from Newark Castle

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Newark Castle Ruins – Newark Castle Ruins loop from Newark Castle

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Newark Castle Ruins – Newark Castle Ruins loop from Newark Castle

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14.9km

80m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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452 m

Newark Castle Ruins

Highlight • Monument

Newark Castle has weathered many historic storms. After the British Civil War, it was deliberately vandalised and as it stands now, partially destroyed, it acts as a reminder of Newark's …

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556 m

Newark Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Newark Castle ruins are set in lovely, formal gardens bordered by the remaining walls of the castle which was partly destroyed in 1646 at the end of the English Civil War.

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613 m

Riverside Path by Newark Castle

Highlight • Trail

Flat piece of road that runs alongside the Trent. Newark town centre can be busy with cars so take care.

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1.08 km

Palace Theatre and National Civil War Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

1920s-era building for comedy, drama, musicals and community shows, mostly for one night only.

Museum dedicated to the 17th-century Civil Wars featuring diverse exhibits & living history events.

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12.9 km

Church of St Mary Magdalene, Newark-on-Trent

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of St Mary Magdalene, Newark-on-Trent is a parish church in the Church of England in Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire dedicated to Jesus' companion Mary Magdalene. There has been a church on this site for nearly 1,000 years.

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14.9 km

End point

Train Station

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