Discover the best pubs & restaurants in Nottingham
About Nottingham
Nottingham is of course famously home of the legend Robinhood, Sherwood Forest and the grand Wollaston Hall.
Nottingham sits on the river Trent and is less than an hour from London and Birmingham, giving it an ideal location in the heart of the country.
The city has gain popularity in recent years due its medieval pubs, amazing festivals and vibrant nightlife leading many hen and stag parties to gather here.
Weekend events also include water sports, treasure hunts, nature walks, spa sessions and boat parties; Nottingham has so much to offer.
Nottingham boasts the oldest professional football club and pubs in the UK.
Places to eat in Nottingham, Restaurants in Nottingham
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Places to drink in Nottingham, Pubs and Bars in Nottingham
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A brief history of Nottingham
Nottingham was known as city of caves in the Anglo Saxon era or The Cave Dwelling when the town’s name is translated from both Welsh and Irish. The name Nottingham came from the Saxon Chief named Snot, Snotingham was shortened to Nottingham shortly after.
The Castle was built in 1068 after the Norman Conquest. The Castles defences were improved from a ditch in the 12th century to a stone wall surrounding most of the town in the mod 13th century. Some of the wall is still visible today at the end of Maid Marion’s Way.
Richard the Lion Heart famously returned to castle which had been occupied by King John and his supporters, Richard the Lion heart took control of the castle with little effort, it is at this time legend tells us Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham had their final showdown.
Throughout the Industrial revolution Nottingham was the international centre for lace manufacturing, after the manufacturing declines post WWII many of the industrial lace building have now been renovated and have new uses.
Electric trams were introduced in 1901 but only lasted 35 years; new trams were introduced in 2004.
Popular things to do in Nottingham
- Go underground on a cave tour – https://www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk/venue/city-of-caves/
- Feel spooky at The Haunted Museum – https://www.thehauntedmuseum.co.uk/
- Get your hands dirty at Stonebridge Farm – https://stonebridgecityfarm.com/
- Tale a wonder around East Bridge Ford Garden and Home – https://www.bluediamond.gg/garden-centre/east-bridgford-garden-home
- Gaze at the Nottingham Contemporary Art Gallery – https://www.nottinghamcontemporary.org/
- Feed your curiosity at Green’s Windmill and Science Centre – https://www.greensmill.org.uk/
Free things to do in Nottingham
- Nottingham is of course famously home of the legend Robin Hood, Sherwood Forest and the grand Wollaton Hall.
- Get your hands dirty at Stonebridge City Farm – https://stonebridgecityfarm.com/
- Stretch your legs with a visit to Wollaton Hall and Park – https://wollatonhall.org.uk/visit/
- Enjoy the scenic views at The Arboretum – https://www.visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk/things-to-do/nottingham-arboretum-p641471
Great for kids in Nottingham
- Go wild at Eden soft play – https://edensoftplay.co.uk/
- Learn more about the Nottingham legend The Robin Hood experience – https://www.visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk/things-to-do/the-robin-hood-experience-p690221
- Get competitive Lost City Miniature golf – https://www.lostcityadventuregolf.com/nottingham/pricing-info/
- Lose yourself at Nott’s Maze – https://www.maize-maze.co.uk/
Great for dogs in Nottingham
Dog friendly restaurants
- Bread and Bitter – https://www.castlerockbrewery.co.uk/pubs/bread-and-bitter/
- Cured – https://www.facebook.com/curednottingham/
- Portobello Lounge – https://thelounges.co.uk/portello/
Did you know?
Nottingham County Football Club is the world’s oldest professional football club?
The hidden gems of Nottingham
The hidden gems of Nottingham
Ye Old Trip to Jerusalem is a the oldest inn in England and used to serve brew in the crusades – well worth a visit
