Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Christmas Party Nights are on 21 November and 5 December 2026 (£39 per person), and the outdoor Christmas Market runs 6–8 November 2026, 10am–3:30pm, with festive dining at Merchant of Venice.

Merchant of Venice is the village’s Italian restaurant and coffee house, serving breakfast, lunch, coffee and dinner – including handmade pasta, pizzas, desserts and artisan coffee, with vegetarian options. See the Book a Table button for reservations.

Patchings Art Centre runs acrylic, watercolour, craft and Paint & Sip sessions, the Patchings Art Fest returns on 8–10 July 2027, and Vantom Overdrive hosts Cars & Coffee on the first Sunday of each month. See What’s on for current dates.

Yes. The Artisan’s Walk takes in gardens, woodland, the lake, the arched bridge and outdoor art; woodland walks are listed as open 10am–4pm. Paths are natural countryside, so please call us if you need specific accessibility information.