Nottingham
Nottingham
Nottingham is a city beside the River Trent in Nottinghamshire in the East Midlands.
The city of Nottingham is steeped in history from it’s famous castle to its role in the lace making industry. Nottingham is also home to the Wollaton Hall, an ornate Elizabethan mansion.
Today, Nottingham is a thriving city with a vibrant nightlife and many attractions for visitors to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to explore the city’s history or just have a good time, Nottingham has something for everyone.
The first Nottingham Castle was built in 1068 by William the Conqueror. The castle has been through many changes over the centuries and was even used as a prison during the Victorian era. Today, Nottingham Castle is a museum and art gallery which is open to the public.
The Galleries of Justice Museum is another popular attraction in Nottingham. This museum is dedicated to crime and punishment throughout history. Visitors can learn about famous criminals, see replica cells and even sit in the electric chair!
For those who enjoy the outdoors, Wollaton Hall is a must-see. This Elizabethan mansion is set in beautiful grounds with gardens and a deer park. Wollaton Hall is now open to the public as a museum and country estate.
Created: 15 May 2022 Edited: 29 November 2023
Wollaton Hall and Park Nottingham Information
Wollaton Hall and Park Nottingham Address
Wollaton Rd, Nottingham NG8 2AE, UK
NG8 2AE
Website: http://www.wollatonhall.org.uk/
Get directionsNottingham Castle Information
Nottingham Castle Address
Lenton Rd, Nottingham
NG1 6EL
Website: http://www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/
Get directionsNational Justice Museum Information
National Justice Museum Address
High Pavement, Nottingham NG1 1HN, UK
NG1 1HN
Website: http://www.nationaljusticemuseum.org.uk/
Get directionsTrent from Soar to The Beck Details
Trent from Soar to The Beck
Trent from Soar to The Beck is a river in Nottinghamshire
Trent from Soar to The Beck takes in water from an area around 139.732 km2 in size and is part of the Nottingham Urban catchment area.
Trent from Soar to The Beck is 71.256 km long and has been heavily modified by industry in the past.
Shopping in Nottingham
Local History around Nottingham
There are some historic monuments around including:
Nottingham CastleRock cut houses S of Nottingham CastleCellar under No 8, Castle GateBestwood Colliery engine houseDovecote at Manor FarmRock cut houses N of Castle BoulevardCaves under Nos 3-7 Middle PavementMoat and fishpond at Strelley, 240m SE of All Saints' ChurchLenton PrioryCaves at Drury HillCoal mining remains at Broad Oak FarmFishponds 90m south east St Mary's ChurchDovecote 600m east of Home FarmOld Trent BridgeMedieval city wall.Wildlife in and Around Nottingham
Birds found in Nottingham
There have been 159 species of birds recorded in the nottingham area.
| Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) |
| Barn Owl (Tyto alba) |
| Bearded Tit (Panurus biarmicus) |
| Black Tern (Chlidonias niger) |
| Blackbird (Turdus merula) |
| Bar-Tailed Godwit (Limosa lapponica) |
| Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) |
| Black Swan (Cygnus atratus) |
| Black-Headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) |
| Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) |
