01 · Italian restaurant & coffee house
Merchant of Venice
Italian dining beneath the beams.
Fresh Italian cooking, coffee, wine tastings and festive menus in a timbered room warmed by lamps and paintings.
Tue – Sun · 8am – 10pm
Vantom Village – Italian restaurant, wedding venue, art centre, events and stays near Nottingham
Calverton · Nottingham
One village. A whole day out.
Italian dining, art, gardens, events and stays – set in the Nottinghamshire countryside, minutes from the city.
Welcome to the village
A place where everything comes together
Dining, art and celebration in one countryside village on the edge of Nottingham – lakes, red-brick courtyards and an arched bridge, loved by painters long before the restaurant, weddings and car shows arrived.
Signature attractions
Six reasons to come to the village
Dine, create, celebrate, rev an engine or light a Christmas tree – each with its own dates and way to book.
02 · Art, craft & creativity
Patchings Art Centre
Where the village began.
Galleries, art shop, courses, workshops and Paint & Sip evenings in the barn and gardens that started it all.
Tuesday – Sunday · 8:30am – 4:30pm
03 · Festival · 8–10 July 2027
Patchings Art Fest
Three days. One of the country’s favourite art events.
The art festival returns to the grounds for its next chapter – Thursday 8 to Saturday 10 July 2027.
Thu 8 – Sat 10 July 2027
04 · Event & wedding venue
The Fairmont
Celebrate beside the lake.
Weddings, receptions, private parties and corporate events – a timber-framed hall, lakeside gardens and Italian catering within the grounds.
By arrangement
05 · Cars | Bikes | Coffee | Culture
Vantom Overdrive
The common ground for all things with an engine.
Cars & Coffee on the first Sunday of every month, plus the OVERDRIVEfest motor show each summer.
First Sunday monthly · 11am
06 · Seasonal event · Nov – Dec 2026
Christmas at the Village
Lights, markets and party nights.
Outdoor Christmas markets, festive dining and shared party nights with live music, a magician and dancing until late.
Party nights 21 Nov & 5 Dec · £39pp
What’s on
Events at the village
Car shows, Christmas markets and party nights, comedy, bonfire night and creative workshops – filter by type or month and book your place.
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Patchings Winter Exhibition
An elegant, varied collection of original work by Tas, Chris Slater, Greta Vilidaite, David Wenborn, Paula Bell, Nicola Crook and Anne Blankson-Hemans, among others.
- Started
- 1 Oct 2026
- Until
- 28 February 2027
- Duration
- 151 days · 134 days left
Showing events coming up.
Sun25Oct
Art & WorkshopsIn 8 daysScandi Star Workshop
Sun 25 Oct 2026
2pm – 5pm£38 per personPatchings Art Centre3 dates – see details
Dates provisional – we’ll confirm when you enquire.
Design, hole-punch and construct your own traditional Swedish-style paper star light, led by Jane Wallace of Norse Horse Scandi Decor. All materials provided.
Sun1Nov
MotorsUpcomingVantom Overdrive – Cars & Coffee
Sun 1 Nov 2026
11amFestival Fields6 dates – see details
A relaxed morning of standout cars, great coffee and good conversation – classics, supercars, modified builds and 4x4s. Everyone is welcome.
Sun1Nov
ChristmasUpcomingNewChristmas at the Village
Sun 1 Nov 2026 – Fri 25 Dec 2026
55 daysAcross the village
Festive dining at Merchant of Venice, Christmas parties, seasonal markets and memorable experiences across the village – winter dining, live entertainment, independent stalls, festive food and gifts.
Wed4Nov
Art & WorkshopsUpcomingAcrylic Landscape Workshop
Wed 4 Nov 2026
10am – 12.30pm£35 per personPatchings Art Centre5 dates – see details
Dates provisional – we’ll confirm when you enquire.
A relaxed, creative morning with artist Nicola Crook exploring technique, texture and expressive acrylic landscapes. Materials included.
Fri6Nov
SeasonalUpcomingBonfire Night with the Tipsy Trail
Fri 6 Nov 2026
Starts 6pmThe Village grounds
A laid-back autumn evening with live music, seasonal favourites, food and drink, a bonfire to toast marshmallows and a firework display to finish.
Fri6Nov
ChristmasUpcomingOutdoor Christmas Market
Fri 6 Nov – Sun 8 Nov 2026
3 days · 10am – 3:30pm dailyAcross the village
Festive shopping, artisan traders, great food, entertainment and seasonal experiences. Unique handmade gifts, winter favourites and local makers across the village.
Wed11Nov
DiningUpcomingNewAutumn Wine Tasting
Wed 11 Nov 2026
7pm£25 per personMerchant of Venice
An intimate evening of wine tasting at Merchant of Venice – a selection of wonderful wines, delicious canapés and a relaxed countryside setting.
Sat14Nov
Music & ComedyUpcoming
Sat14Nov
Art & WorkshopsUpcomingNewPaint & Sip
Sat 14 Nov 2026
2pm – 4pm£30 per personPatchings Art Centre3 dates – see details
A relaxed afternoon of painting, drinks and good company at Patchings Art Centre – no experience necessary, all art materials provided. Create your own masterpiece to take home.
Sat21Nov
ChristmasUpcomingChristmas Party Nights
Sat 21 Nov 2026
Starts 6pm · dinner around 7pm£39 per personMerchant of Venice2 dates – see details
A festive three-course dinner, live music and DJ, close-up magician, Christmas entertainment, décor and dancing until late. Private parties also available from 1 November.
Tue24Nov
Art & WorkshopsUpcomingWatercolour: Cat or Dog in a Christmas Hat
Tue 24 Nov 2026
11am – 1.30pm£30 per personPatchings Art Centre4 dates – see details
Dates provisional – we’ll confirm when you enquire.
A mindful watercolour workshop with artist Paula Bell – paint a playful festive pet. No experience needed, all materials provided.
Sun6Dec
MotorsUpcomingChristmas Cars & Coffee
Sun 6 Dec 2026
11amFestival Fields
Decorate your car with lights, bring out the Christmas jumpers and join a winter gathering of cars, coffee, Christmas music and seasonal food.
Sun6Jun
MotorsUpcoming
Sun4Jul
MotorsUpcomingOverdrive MotorShow 2027
Sun 4 Jul 2027
11amAcross the village
Bigger, better and built to be a full day out: supercars, classics, 4x4s and motorcycles, with live entertainment, food, coffee and displays.
Thu8Jul
Art & WorkshopsSave the dateNewPatchings Art Fest 2027
Thu 8 Jul – Sat 10 Jul 2027
3 daysFestival Fields
One of the UK’s finest art, craft and design events returns for its next chapter – over 250 professional artists, makers and designers in the Nottinghamshire countryside. Thursday 8 to Saturday 10 July 2027.
Vantom OverdriveThe common ground for all things with an engine
Vantom Overdrive is the village’s automotive events brand – hosting Cars & Coffee, supercar and classic car meets, 4x4 events, motor shows and more, on the festival fields of Vantom Village.
- Cars & Coffee
- Supercar meets
- Classic cars
- 4x4 events
- Bikes
- Motor shows
Cars & CoffeeFirst Sunday · 11am
Christmas OverdriveSun 6 Dec 2026
OVERDRIVEfestSun 4 Jul 2027
Overdrive enquiries – I’m interested in…
The collective destination
Eat, drink, stay, celebrate, wander
- Merchant of Venice
- Tas-Art
- Vantom Villas
- Vantom Vintage
- Vantom Camping
- Festival Grounds
- The Fairmont
- The Artisan’s Walk
- Patchings Art Centre
Italian restaurant & coffee house
Merchant of Venice
An authentic Italian restaurant and coffee house inspired by the romance and elegance of Shakespeare’s Italy.
Italian restaurant & coffee houseEspresso & artisan pastriesChristmas party nights
Discover Merchant of Venice
8–10 July 2027Returning July 2027
Patchings Art Fest
One of the UK’s finest art, craft and design events returns to Patchings Art Centre – more than 250 professional artists, makers and designers in the Nottinghamshire countryside.
- Thu 8 – Sat 10July 2027
- 250+artists, makers & designers
- Lakes & woodlandin the countryside
Morning · Spring
Spring
Blossom, workshops & lakeside lunches
Soft morning light on the blossom along the Artisan’s Walk, painters back at the lakeside and long lunches returning to the courtyard.
Blossom on the Artisan’s WalkAll spring
A gentle trail past ponds, outdoor art and the arched bridge.
Acrylic Landscape WorkshopFirst Wednesday monthly · £35
A creative morning with artist Nicola Crook, materials included.
Coffee & pastries at Merchant of VeniceItalian coffee house
Espresso and artisan pastries after a morning walk.
Through the year
Four seasons, one village
Spring Morning
Soft morning light on the blossom along the Artisan’s Walk, painters back at the lakeside and long lunches returning to the courtyard.
Summer Noon
High summer on the Festival Fields: Overdrive car shows, marquees, lilies on the pond and celebrations at The Fairmont.
Autumn Evening
Golden-hour evenings, copper leaves over the arch bridge, bonfire night with the Tipsy Trail and cosy workshops indoors.
Winter Night
Lights come on across the courtyard: Christmas markets, party nights at Merchant of Venice and the Winter Exhibition.
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Oxton Road & Arrival
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Oxton Road & Arrival
Arrive from Oxton Road in Calverton – car park and welcome, open Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30am.
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Patchings Art Centre
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Patchings Art Centre
Red-brick galleries and a gravel courtyard – the creative heart of the village.
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Merchant of Venice
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Merchant of Venice
Italian restaurant and coffee house – espresso, pastries and festive dining.
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Tas-Art & Vantom Vintage
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The Arch Bridge
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The Arch Bridge
The green arched footbridge over the lily-filled stream – the village’s signature view.
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Lily Pond & Boat
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Lily Pond & Boat
Still water, water lilies and a little blue boat – a favourite for painters.
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The Artisan’s Walk
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The Artisan’s Walk
An outdoor art trail with display boards, sculpture and garden animals.
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The Mining Tram
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The Mining Tram
A relic mining tram on the lawn, now planted with flowers – a nod to Nottinghamshire’s heritage.
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Festival Grounds
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Festival Grounds
Open fields for marquees, fairs and festivals – enquire for event hire.
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The Fairmont
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Vantom Villas
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Vantom Camping
Plan your day
A day at the village
Afternoon
Art & wandering
The Artisan’s Walk, the gallery, the art shop and the vintage shop.
The Artisan’s Walk →Weddings & celebrations
Say yes at The Fairmont
A countryside wedding and event venue near Nottingham – hall, terrace and lakeside gardens, with Italian dining on site and a garden bridge made for photographs.
Explore The Fairmont
Christmas at the villagePlan your Christmas
Festive dining, party nights & markets
Festive dining at Merchant of Venice, party nights with a three-course dinner, live music and a magician, and outdoor markets of artisan traders, food and gifts.
Party night · £39pp21 November 2026
Party night · £39pp5 December 2026
Christmas market · 10am–3:30pm6–8 November 2026
Visit
Plan your visit
Address: Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton, Nottingham, NG14 6NU
Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (temporary times)
Phone: 0115 965 3479
Getting here: By rail, Lowdham station (Nottingham–Lincoln line) is a few miles from the village; onward travel is by taxi or local bus. Please check current train, bus and taxi options before you travel.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What is Vantom Village?
Vantom Village is a family-run countryside destination at Patchings Art Centre, Calverton, Nottingham. It brings together Merchant of Venice (Italian restaurant and coffee house), Patchings Art Centre with art classes and the Patchings Art Fest, the Fairmont wedding and event venue, festival grounds, shops, the Artisan’s Walk, a Log Cabin stay at Vantom Villas and Vantom Overdrive automotive events.
Where is Vantom Village located?
Vantom Village is at Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG14 6NU – roughly 8 miles north-east of Nottingham city centre. There is free on-site parking.
What are the opening times?
The village and art centre are open Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (temporary times). Merchant of Venice has its own hours – Tuesday to Sunday, 8am to 10pm, closed Mondays and 25 December. Evening events are by booking. Please call 0115 965 3479 to check before travelling.
How do I get to Vantom Village by public transport?
Lowdham station on the Nottingham–Lincoln line is a few miles away, with onward travel by taxi or local bus – please check current train, bus and taxi options before you travel. By car, Calverton is roughly 25 minutes from Nottingham city centre, and there is free on-site parking.
Is there a wedding venue at Vantom Village?
Yes. The Fairmont is the village’s wedding and event venue, with the Fairmont (currently being transformed), the woodland Forest, the new Lakeside area and Carnival Park for larger celebrations. Food options include a buffet, Italian dining by Merchant of Venice and bespoke menus, and ceremony options depend on what is legally permitted at the venue – ask us before you book.
Is there camping or accommodation?
Our accommodation is the Log Cabin at Vantom Villas, sleeping approximately 6 to 8 guests – enquire for a stay (or book on Airbnb). Camping is being developed and is not yet open for bookings.