Things to do > Shopping > Nottingham
Nottingham’s retail therapy Nottingham loves to shop! Having consistently been ranked as one of the UK’s leading retail centres, the city has earned an enviable reputation for excellent shopping facilities – particularly for fashion. And Nottingham’s compact city centre means that, unlike London, Birmingham or Manchester, all shops are within convenient walking distance. Our retail diversity is another strength – from independent boutiques and specialist shops in the cosmopolitan Hockley area to a roll-call of all the major high street names. Nottingham is highly regarded in the world of fashion design: after all, this is the dress-to-impress city where local lad Paul Smith opened his first shop. The original store remains in Byard Lane and is now surrounded by other famous designer stores such as Vivienne Westwood, Hugo Boss, Kurt Geiger, and Ted Baker. Pound our streets and see for yourself, but beware, the number of must have purchases you come across might have serious implications for your bank account. Every year Nottingham attracts upwards of 25 million shoppers. The combination of friendliness, accessibility and choice puts Nottingham high on everyone’s list. Getting here's simple by car, bus, tram or train, and the new Parksmart system makes navigation and parking a lot less hassle. Après shop there’s plenty of stylish bars where you can rest your weary feet with a coffee or cocktail. Check out the special offers for city restaurants and book online with Go Dine. Download or pick up a Nottingham city guide to help you find your way around. It'll tell you all the main shopping routes, and some off the beaten track, where to find a bargain and where to take a break. Along the way you'l find some of the best shopping in the UK. Explore our main shopping areas - The Victoria Centre
This large indoor mall is home to 120 shops and stores all under one roof, including anchor stores like John Lewis and House of Fraser, plus top High Street retailers such as Top Shop, Next and Boots. The centre also features food stalls, cafes, hairdressers and the popular Victoria Centre Market. The centre is open seven days a week, with late night shopping on Wednesdays. City guide page 22.
- Westfield Broadmarsh
With over 80 stores, including Argos, Dorothy Perkins, Ernest Jones, Bhs and TK Maxx as its anchor store there’s something for all the family at this indoor mall. Venture into the many independent stores for a browse and stop for a bite to eat in the cafes. It even houses the entrance to the intriguing network of caves beneath the city centre. City guide page 14.
- The Exchange & The FHMall
Beneath the elegant, glass vaulted roof of The Exchange you’ll find a mix of quality and style. Here, among the well known high street names like Karen Millen, Oasis, Warehouse, Jaeger and Viyella, are designer boutiques, an art gallery, an alternative gift shop and a wine merchants - plus the Nottingham tourism centre. The FHMall is home to a selection of shops and boutiques on the site of the old Flying Horse Inn. The exclusive covered shopping arcade has everything from elegant wedding dresses and unique art to home furnishings and designer fashions including Vivienne Westwood. City guide page 10.
- Low Pavement, Bridlesmith Gate and the Lace Market
The area around Low Pavement and Bridlesmith Gate is a haven for lovers of designer fashions, with exclusive names rubbing shoulders with one another along the historic cobbled streets. Plenty of shoe shops and health and beauty stores also fill the area so it’s the ideal place to come if you fancy the full makeover. City guide page 16.
- Hockley
East of Old Market Square is an area known as Hockley, which is a hotbed of creative, bohemian and artistic activities. From designer threads to dance music, black nail varnish and contemporary furniture - all this can be found in the unofficial ‘Hockley Village’, Nottingham’s most voguish shopping quarter. It’s here, in the shadow of Nottingham’s grand former lace mills, that you’ll find unique fashions, quirky gifts, alternative styles and a variety of bars and restaurants. City guide page 18.
- Derby Road & Maid Marian Way
A short walk from Old Market Square is Derby Road, a hotspot for independent boutiques offering elegant and individual furnishings. If you’re looking for something eye catching, inspiring, unexpected or a little bit different, then chances are you’ll find it here. You can also stop off for a quick bite to eat or a pint in one of the area’s restaurants and pubs. Heading south you’ll also find Maid Marian Way, home to a number of specialist shops that may have exactly what you’re after. City guide page 20.
- Old Market Square
Nottingham’s Old Market Square is the beating heart of the city. A focus for locals and visitors, Old Market Square is where friends meet, shoppers take a break and many great days and nights begin. Following a multimillion pound makeover, it’s a major hub for the city’s social scene and transport links. Nottingham’s shopping streets spread out from the Square in every direction. These spacious avenues provide quick, direct routes across the city’s compact centre allowing you to reach even the furthest flung shops in no time at all. City guide page 8.
- Friar Lane, Wheeler Gate & Lister Gate
The main route between Old Market Square and the Westfield Broadmarsh shopping centre is packed with leading high street names from Marks and Spencer to HMV. These leafy pedestrianised avenues are ideal for strolling along and browsing the shops at your leisure. City guide page 12.
- Parliament Street, Clumber Street & The Cornerhouse
Big names line the routes to the Victoria Centre and the north of Old Market Square in an area that’s rich in after hours entertainment. City guide page 21.
- Mansfield Road
Here’s a melting pot of restaurants and quirky shops. Where you can take your taste buds on a world tour from Mexico to Eastern Europe, or browse for original vinyl LPs, antiques and the perfect party costume.City guide page 23. If you're staying over in the city then check out our list of approved Nottingham hotels. For that home away from home try our range of Nottingham bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) or our approved Nottingham holiday cottages. For weekend or short break packages, check out our brand new Nottingham breaks website for deals on Nottingham city breaks Nottingham family breaks and holidays Nottingham stag party Nottingham hen party Nottingham activity breaks < back to Shopping
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