31/05/2026
Hundreds of spectators gathered to watch expertly-trained police dogs show off their skills as Nottinghamshire Police's fun days returned for another summer of family entertainment.
The scenario was one of several played out during three action-filled Dog Section displays during the first event of the year at the Forest Recreation Ground, which attracted an estimated 1,300 excitable visitors.
After last summer's amazing events, where thousands of people enjoyed the fun on offer, we are back with three more action-packed days, featuring more activities for everyone to enjoy.
Previously known as the 'Mini Police Fun Days', the events have been rebranded this year as 'Police Family Fun Day', but will continue to feature the same great entertainment for all.
Visitors can expect a day full of hands-on fun and plenty of friendly police teams ready to chat and show you what they do, so members of the public can discover what it's like inside policing.
Watch police dogs chase and take down 'criminals', try on real police uniform, and sit behind the wheel of a police car and activate the sirens.
Meet the off-road bikes and drone units, dust for fingerprints with forensics, and put your reflexes to the test in the reaction-time challenge.
Between the displays, games, and other activities, officers and staff will be available to speak with parents about crime prevention, pose for photos, and will be joined by the Blood Bikes charity.
When and where?
All events are free and open to everyone between 11am and 3pm:
• Broadgate Park, Beeston – Saturday, 13 June
• Titchfield Park, Mansfield – Saturday, 25 July
• Bracebridge Recreation Ground, Worksop – Saturday, 12 September
Sergeant Josh Lee-Taylor, of our engagement team, said: "Our fun days were a huge hit last year and we're so excited to bring them back.
"These events are really important to help us engage with communities, young people, and children across the county so that everyone feels confident talking to us.
"Grab your friends and family, whether you want to learn something new or see our police dogs in action, come and join us for an awesome day out!"