Work starts on sinking the first shaft for Cotgrave Colliery, on land previously used for agriculture
Production of coal starts at the colliery. Miners would go on to turn out over a million tons per year for much of the pit's life
All coal production stops, and the colliery is closed
Nottinghamshire County Council with the British Coal Board develop a detailed plan to convert the former colliery site into a country park
Cotgrave Country Park is opened
Planning permission is granted for new housing at the centre of the old colliery site. Building of Hollygate Park is completed in 2018
A new pond is built for dogs to enjoy, helping protect vulnerable wildlife in the park's other lakes and ponds
The park becomes a vital place to enjoy outdoor space during the Covid-19 lockdowns
The Friends of Cotgrave Country Park hold the first free Family Fun Day