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5 Things That You Should Do When Visiting Nottingham

About Nottingham

Visiting Nottingham anytime soon? Remember the Tale Of Robin Hood? And can you recall Sherwood Forest? The Tale Of Robin Hood begins in the city of Nottingham and is also known as (Nottinghamshire), The City of Nottingham (Nottinghamshire) was built on Rocky Mountains and it is located on the north bank of the River Trent. Therefore, if you look at a map, puts the city about 206 km north of London, and 72 km northeast of Birmingham, which is 90 km southeast of Manchester.

About University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University

The quaint town of Nottingham has two major universities – The University of Nottingham, and Nottingham Trent University (NTU). And It is estimated that over 60,000 students attend both schools, annually.

The first is The University of Nottingham, which offers courses in medicine, law, engineering and veterinary studies.

The second is NTU, which tops admissions in the UK and is within the top ten for the number of applications, according to  2018 UCAS undergraduate acceptance data, And of those students attending NTU, over 93% recommend studying at NTU (National Student Survey 2019). As a result, student housing is affordable, with budget-friendly, student accommodation. Because of this, students have a good quality of life near NTU. Consequently, nearly everything is located within close proximity to the schools, and public transportation is good. Therefore, in Nottingham, you’re never really too far from anywhere.

Top 5 things to do in Nottingham 

1) Attend A Nottingham Festival

In addition to studying at one of the schools, you can make some amazing memories by attending a festival. There are several unique festivals in Nottingham. Here are a few; Nottingham Goose Fair, Dot to Dot, and Indie music festivals. If you attend the Indie Music Festival South Swell you will hear music from new and established classical musicians. Because there are multicultural events throughout the year, you can enjoy year round entertainment including Chinese New year, Asian fair and Colorful Holi.

And for a tourist highlight, attend the Nottingham family festival and Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival. There you will experience tasty dishes from some of Nottingham’s most exceptional food vendors. Additionally, there will be ale and cider houses that feature over 1000 different ales and 200 ciders for you to try.

2) Head to Escapologic 

If you are interested in playing games, at Escapologic you can get locked in a room full of puzzles (with some clues). Once locked inside the room, you will be given some time to work as a team with your friends to escape.

3) Take a tour to the Nottingham industrial museum

In addition to festivals and games, there is also something for the historian. Notably, The historical, Nottingham industrial museum has five galleries to explore, and features incredible artifacts related to Nottingham industry textiles, communication, transport, mining and power. Because of its rich industrial history, you should set some time aside to attend this museum.

4) Discover Nottingham shopping areas

For fashion and shopping, visiting Nottingham means checking out the  delicate lace and hosiery. And for shop retailers, you should head to IntoVictoria and Broad Marsh shopping centers. While visiting Nottingham, you will find a mix of trendy retailers, specialist boutiques, and chic label stores.

Another good retail area is Hockley, which is a bohemian hotspot. Once in Hockley, you will find many indie art and craft shops.

5) Have a drink at the Pub 

So where do you go for a drink? The pub Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem has survived the centuries to become a treasure of Nottingham. And It is one of the several pubs claiming to be the oldest in Nottingham. Established in 1189; the building rests against Castle Rock, where Nottingham Castle was built. Pub Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem is located in Brew house Yard, Castle Road, Nottingham NG1 6AD, England. Opening hours 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Where to Stay

There are many options when staying in Nottingham. The town of Lenton, which is famous for its student population, is located very close to the University of Nottingham. Alternatively, you can stay in the college town of Beeston which is located just 25 minutes away from the University of Nottingham. For housing in Beeston, you can check out student properties in Nottingham –Flewitt house and Moorgate house Nottingham. Another town to stay is Dunkirk. Which boasts a strong student population from the University of Nottingham, When staying in Dunkirk, you will have all the amenities conveniently located nearby.

So now that you are ready to book your flight, when is a the best time to visit? For the best temperatures, you should book your travel to Nottingham between the April to August. Better temperatures will allow you to tour the stunning architecture, enjoy the dynamic nightlife, and indulge in the food and drink scene. And with excellent visitor attractions from past to present, visiting Nottingham is sure to please.