Churned up clay coloured the water of the River Idle red where it was forded by livestock, hence the original name of Redforde. In 1246, Henry III granted Retford its first Charter to hold a fair and in 1275 Edward I granted the right to hold a market. Prosperity came in 1766 when the Great North Road was diverted to run through the town. Trade was boosted again with the opening of the Cheterfield Canal, but it was the arrival of the London to York railway in 1849 which brought real wealth to the town. Today, Retford is a peaceful and pretty market town with a beautiful French-inspired Victorian Town Hall, and St Swithun's Church famous for its delightful peal of ten bells.
If you are looking for property for sale in Retford you have a tremendous choice of modern terraced and semi-detached houses and cottages, new-build townhouses, detached bungalows, and period and modern detached houses often with integral garages. Estate agents in Retford also represent substantial houses with up to seven bedrooms including barn conversions, country mansions and Georgian townhouses some, of which, are Grade II listed.
For details of flats for sale in Retford, which are mostly located in purpose-built apartment houses, and for all cottages and houses currently on the market, please contact Retford estate agents.
Amenities for Retford properties
Retford's wonderful Market Square is fringed with pubs, independent shops and businesses. The Majestic Theatre hosts music concerts and plays, and for wet afternoons, Bassetlaw Museum has fascinating, locally found, artefacts. For school-age children there are numerous primary schools in Retford and three secondary: Elizabethan High School, Retford Oaks and St Giles.
Transport in Retford
The railway station in Retford is served by two lines: the East Coast Main Line and the Sheffield to Lincoln Line. Retford is also served by a number of bus companies including Stagecoach, Veolia and National Express.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Retford, which is covered by postcode DN22, you may also like to consider Worksop, Mansfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Southwell, Newark-on-Trent and Nottingham.
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NO UPWARD CHAIN. An impressive 5 bedroom
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FOR SALE BY AUCTION* A modern and extended detached house occupying a corner plot with three bedrooms, gardens, driveway and garage. Freehold.
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This beautifully presented and improved period three bedroom terrace property requires a full internal inspection to be truly appreciated. The property has been fully renovated to include stylish...
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A superbly and fully refurbished 4 bedroom south facing detached bungalow lying within easy walking distance of Retford Town centre.
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THREE BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED HOME OFF LONDON ROAD IN RETFORD - PRICED TO SELL AT £102,500 AND OFFERED WITH NO UPWARD CHAIN!
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RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITYProminent 3 storey block, converted into 5 separate apartments, currently producing around £20,100 per annum. On site parking in walled courtyard. Walking...
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A modern three storey town house offering well appointed family accommodation throughout with access and views over the River Idle. The property has four bedrooms one with en suite, lounge,...
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ATTENTION NOT TO BE MISSED CALL TODAY 01777 708700 This semi detached house is situated in a popular residential area of Retford. The property has three bedrooms, lounge, separate dining room and...
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A very well appointed period property offering character and charm, the property is set in the ever popular village of Hayton. The property is set at the head of an established and mature gardens...
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Not to be missed, call 01777 708700! A well appointed three bedroom semi detached property, situated on a substantial corner plot within one of Retford's most sought after residential area's. The...