NOTTINGHAM
COUNTRY CODE: GB
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NOTTINGHAM

‘City of Caves’ and ‘Queen of the Midlands’ are two names
fondly given to the city of Nottingham, which accurately
reflects its hugely diverse nature, rich with cultural heritage
and modern day entertainment. A city with a fascinating past
and an exciting and buzzing present, Nottingham has
everything to offer - from high culture to haute couture and
widely acclaimed restaurants to the world famous legend of
Robin Hood. Visitors are spoilt for choice for things to do and
see in this number one destination city. Whatever you are
into, be it art, music or walking, Nottingham is sure to
satisfy all tastes, styles and ages.

THE CITY

Amongst a number of local legends from
Nottinghamshire are literary geniuses Lord
Byron and D.H Lawrence. International
fashion designer Paul Smith set up his
flagship store in the heart of the city where
he was born and Jesse Boot established his
first chemist store ‘Boots’ in Nottingham,
which soon became a household name
across Britain. Robin Hood, the world’s
most notorious outlaw, has also awarded
the city international fame, and if you are
a fan of the hero who stole from the rich to
give to the poor, there are many Robin
Hood related things to see and do in
Nottingham.
Nottinghamshire’s castles, caves and
cathedrals are just the start of the county’s
cultural heritage. Nottingham was once the
world capital of lace production during the
18th and 19th century. The area famous
for lace production - The Lace Market - is
now a protected heritage site boasting
stunning examples of industrial
architecture from the 1700’s. Scattered
along the cobbled streets are also some of
Nottingham’s most popular bars,
restaurants and shops.

DO & SEE

Nottingham Castle

Within the walls of the 17th century castle
is a museum and art galleries. The castle
grounds boast a spectacular view of
Nottingham. Guided tours of the caves
beneath the Castle are also available.

Wollaton Park And Museum
The Elizabethan Hall, a Grade 1 listed
building built in 1588, is home to an
industrial museum, yard shop and yard
gallery, and surrounding the hall is 500
acres of beautiful historical deer park and
lake.

Galleries Of Justice
Relive Nottingham’s past by visiting this
Victorian courthouse and prison, where
guides will ensure your experience is an
authentic and interactive one, full of
surprises.

The Lace Market
Named after the booming lace trade that
Nottingham was famous for in the 18th
century, this hip and happening part of
town is home to some of the city’s best
restaurants, bars and shops. The cobbled
streets and stunning architecture also
make it arguably the most attractive area
of Nottingham.

The Tales Of Robin Hood
Fun, educative and a great day out for the
family, this tourist attraction allows you to
see, smell, hear and feel Robin Hood’s
Nottingham.

The Caves
Situated beneath the Broadmarsh
Shopping Centre are Nottingham’s
man-made sandstone caves, dating back
750 years ago. Within the cave walls
include a real medieval tannery and an air
raid shelter utilised during World War II.

Sherwood Forest
Take a walk around Sherwood Forest,
home of the famous outlaw and let your
imagination run wild while you relive Robin
Hood’s steps.

Brewhouse Yard Museum
This Victorian museum, housed in five 17th
century cottages below the Castle, depicts
Nottingham’s social history over the last
300 years.

Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem
Reputed to be Britain’s oldest pub, the
quaintly named Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem
is set in rocks beside the Caves of
Nottingham Castle.

Food

Nottingham has recently received
well-deserved attention and acclaim for its
booming restaurant scene. The city prides
itself on its culinary culture and even hosts
one Michelin starred restaurant. Reputed
to offer the biggest and best variety of
restaurants in Britain for serving food from
all around the world, Nottingham is indeed
a food lover’s dream come true.

BARS & NIGHTLIFE

With an extensive choice of trendy late
night bars rivalling the capital’s,
Nottingham is a party animal’s first choice.
Many people travel to Nottingham just to
sample the city’s happening nightlife.
With the large number of university
students in residence, it is no surprise that
Nottingham has a big clubbing culture.
Venues range from cool to kitsch, so
whatever your music taste, there will be a
club in Nottingham that will suit your style.

Airport

The nearest airport to Nottingham is East
Midlands Airport.
You can catch a train or taxi to
Loughborough or Long Eaton Station, and
then get the Airlink Shuttle bus from
outside either station to the airport.
However, the quickest and easiest way to
get to EMA from Nottingham City is by the
Skylink Bus which takes approximately 45
mins. Skylink service starts from
Nottingham Friar Lane and runs 24 hours:
From 4.05 to 23.05, buses run every 30
mins. From 23.05 to 4.05 buses run every
60 mins. Fares for single/24hr return:
Adult- £5; Child- £2.50

A taxi from the city centre to the airport
should cost you approximately £20-25 and
will take half an hour.

Public Transport

Buses: Getting around Nottingham is easy.
The main bus operator is Nottingham City
Transport with over 300 buses providing a
comprehensive network of services across
the city, 7 days a week.

Telephone
Country code: +44
Area code: 0115