Things to do

There are plenty of things to see and do within Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

During the day there are tours and attractions aplenty to keep visitors occupied. The award-winning Galleries of Justice and City of Caves offer a unique insight into the city’s past. Whilst Nottingham Castle offers a glimpse at the part the county has played in the culture and history of the UK – from its associations with the legend of Robin Hood to the start of the Civil War. Further afield, explore Creswell Crags and the fascinating story of life during the last Ice Age between 50,000 and 10,000 years ago. And head to north Notts to discover the origins of the Pilgrim Fathers through the Mayflower Trail. 

Retail addicts are spoilt for choice, from wandering our market towns to seeking antiques in speciality shops throughout the county. Meanwhile, the city features all the big names you would expect, alongside individual boutiques and exclusive designers. Our sporting facilities are second-to-none and include the nationally recognised Nottingham Racecourse, The National Watersports Centre, Nottingham Tennis Centre and National Ice Centre, as well as football at Forest & County or cricket at historic Trent Bridge.

All of this lies on the doorstep of some of Britain’s most stunning countryside – from the woodlands of Sherwood Forest and the magnificent country houses and parks of the Dukeries to the rolling hills of the Vale of Belvoir.