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Days Out in Nottingham
Nottingham is an ancient city with a vibrant modern feel, which makes it an ideal destination for a fun family day out, all year round.
Perhaps the most famous face from Nottingham's past is that of the legendary Robin Hood and you can discover all about how he robbed from the rich to give to the poor at the Tales of Robin Hood adventure visitor attraction, located on the aptly titled Maid Marian Way. You could also enjoy visiting ancient Sherwood Forest and Medieval Nottingham Castle, all related to the legendary tale and easily accessible from Nottingham City Centre by a variety of public transport means.
When you visit the city, you could also enjoy discovering the mysterious subterranean City of Caves, situated on Drury Walk in the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre. Nottingham became renowned throughout the early middle ages as having a warren of man-made caves beneath the city, often where many of the city's poor would live.
In fact, the city itself was once called Tigguo Cobauc, meaning Place of Caves, and the underground passageways and rooms have even been dated back to the 13th and 14th centuries, making it a great opportunity to discover and learn for young and old alike.
What's more, you could also pay a visit to Nottingham's Galleries of Justice - the city's museum of crime and punishment, where courtrooms and a city gaol that date back to the 14th and 15th century make for a family day out that's both fun and educative.
If you would prefer to partake in something a little more indulgent however then you could really enjoy shopping in Nottingham's exclusive Flying Horse Walk, where you can browse and buy designer fashions, such as Vivienne Westwood and more. For shopping aficionados, there's also the Victoria Centre, which sits on the site of the Victoria Railway Station and offers prime car parking and shopping facilities. Nottingham's Westfield Broadmarsh Shopping Centre is also available and The Exchange Arcade should provide you with every retail opportunity you could need.
If you're looking for a spot of culture, you might enjoy wandering the architecturally-rich streets of the city's historic Lace Quarter. Nottingham was the world centre for lace production in the textiles industry during the British Empire and the city boasts a wonderful legacy left by some of the period's eminent designers and architects. Nowadays, Nottingham's old work houses and Lace Market combines with the trendy bars and restaurants of nearby Hockley Village, meaning a great day out can seamlessly turn into a fantastic night out in Nottingham too.
Nottingham has a buzzing live music scene, the heart of which pulsates from the city's Old Market Square and Rock City music venue and you could enjoy any number of gigs and performances across all genres of music, any time of the year.
Alternatively, you could take a stroll to visit Nottingham's Playhouse and grab a bite to eat nearby venerable sculptor Anish Kapoor's striking Sky Mirror. The city also boasts a number of independent and arthouse cinemas, so you could catch a classic movie at any time of the day.
There's so much to see and do in the city that with a range of Nottingham hotels situated both centrally and conveniently, you could easily turn your day out into a short break in the East Midlands.
About the Author Paul McIndoe writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
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