Newstead Village, formerly Newstead Colliery Village, with a population of about 1200 is situated approximately 10 miles to the north west of Nottingham and within 3 miles of junction 27 of the M1 motorway.
There is a direct link by rail to Nottingham and Worksop.

 
For much of its life Newstead Colliery had been one of the most productive and profitable coal mine in the country, and a pioneer in innovative mining techniques. The colliery finally closed on 19th March 1987.

 
What were once slag heaps have now been returned to green belt offering walkers an opportunity to experience the wild life and many beautiful and sometimes rare flora and fauna.
The village is also a gateway to the historic Newstead Abbey and grounds.