How to find the First Alternative NEWARK Training Centre (Newark Courses only) First Alternative Training courses take place at the Hoval Engineering Training Centre, Trent Lane Newark, Notts, NG24 4BZ. Newark is a fine old market town, with many superb buildings and an impressive market square dominated by the church. The river Trent flows past the town, with the old castle ruins (another prominent feature of local history) standing guard on the river bank. There are many fine pubs and restaurants, plus cinema and theatre, making Newark an excellent location at any time of year. Travelling by Car Newark is at the intersection of the A1, A46 and A17. Trent Lane is close to the town centre, just behind the new Homebase store. For a map download this PDF file Travelling by train. The nearest rail station is Newark Northgate, a distance of about 200 yards. Newark is on the main line from Kings Cross (1 hour 15 minutes) Please call the centre if you have problems. Local Taxi number Trent Taxis 01636 611055, Grahams Taxis 01636 605506

ACCOMMODATIONS

There is a range of hotels and guest houses locally. The closest guest house (5 minutes walk) is opposite Northgate Station, and is the Robin Hood &Little John, telephone 01636-673796. Another guest house is Albert House, Albert Street, phone 01636 705525). Hotels include Millgate House Hotel, 53, Millgate, 01636 704445 (12 minutes walk),  Other hotels slightly further away include The Deincourt, phone 01636 602100), the Travel Inn on 01636 640690 and the Grange on 01636 703399. If you prefer to be out of town in quieter surroundings, then try Ivy Farm, Newark Road, Barnby In The Willows, Newark, Notts. NG24 2SG Tel: 01636 672568. Fax: 01636 705414 (http://www.ivyfarm.f9.co.uk)

Travellodge and similar types of hotel are also available - see their web sites for details.

Please contact the establishments directly for information and booking.