Nottingham Event Tickets

Nottingham
Nottingham is decked out with eclectic attractions, spectacular sceneries, and awe-inspiring amenities. Nottingham withy an estimated population of 290,000 is the seventh largest urban area in the United Kingdom and a large city in the ceremonial county of Nottinghamshire.

Setting at the heart of Nottingham is the Old Market Square, also called Slab Square. This recently renovated Marker Square includes numerous gushing rapids and fountains. Down to the South of Old Market Square is the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre.

Shopping has earned a status of one of the main attractions in the region. Also, Northwards from the square is built another shopping mall offering you an ample opportunity to shop as well as dine at Victoria Shopping Centre and numerous restaurants around.

Nestled in the East of the city is the Hockley quarter which is known for a higher proportion of independent retailers and alternative cinema. The Lace Market is characterized for eclectic bars and restaurants in its suburbs. Also treat yourself to the scenic canal that lies right behind the shopping mall. This pleasant area is full of restaurants and cafes.

The Citys history is another main attraction for both natives and outsiders alike. Stroll along Nottingham Castle and Maid Marion Way and make the most of entertainment at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham on Theatre Square and Nottingham Playhouse.

Tourism in Nottingham
The city earns a notable volume of tourism for its nightlife and shops, history and scenic natural attractions. Nottingham Castle and The Tales of Robin Hood on Maid Marian Way Castle, City of Caves, Lace Market, The Galleries of Justice, and the Citys ancient significant pubs etc have huge fascination for visitors; thus attract a large number of visitors from across the country each year.

Also of consideration are the Parks and Gardens in the region. The most popular parks are Wollaton Park near the University Highfields Park, Colwick Park with the racecourse, and the Nottingham Arboretum, Forest Recreation Ground and Victoria Park etc.

Caves of Nottingham
The Caves of Nottingham have always been significant for providing shelter and sanctuary. Prior to industrial revolution in Nottingham, the cave network gained momentum substantially and became home to a large proportion of the poor, particularly those involved in the tanning industry.

However, in modern times, the Nottingham Caves have turned into a tourist attraction. Today, the caves are artificial and have grown to become a complex network in the region. Nottingham claims to have more manmade caves than anywhere else in United Kingdom.

Architecture in Nottingham
Nottingham is characterized distinctly for its magnificent architecture. The city owns several buildings steeped in history. Victorian Nottingham witnessed a building boom with several huge buildings.

Architects such as Alfred Waterhouse, Thomas Chambers Hine and Watson Fothergill made their mark in the field of architecture who built many spectacular buildings in Nottingham. Also among the most attention grabbing buildings are The Albert Hall and Nottingham Castle with its grounds.

The western area of the city is home to several skyscrapers and some handsome buildings served as professional offices and businesses. . The King and Queen Street, next to Theatre Royal on Theatre Square, is home to many splendid Victorian architecture buildings. Also experience the gothic revival architecture by visiting at The Arkwright Building which was once the Nottinghams public library.

Museum and Galleries
The city has truly beautiful gardens, extensive parkland, an amazing collection of a million artifacts and exhibitions. It offers an equal opportunity to everyone to explore what there is to do and discover at Nottingham City Museums.

Moreover, are there also several art galleries receiving national attention, particularly the Nottingham Castle Museum and the Angel Row Gallery. Brewhouse Yard Museum of Nottingham Life reflects the social history of the city spreading over the last 300 years.

The ever-changing Community Showcase gallery offers local groups, societies and individuals to show off material they have researched, collected or produced.

Entertainment in Nottingham
Soak up the vibrant and eclectic entertainment scene of Nottingham. The Theater Royal and the Nottingham Playhouse are the citys two large-capacity theatres. The Nottingham Playhouse is regarded as the major producing theatre in the city featuring new and innovative works.

The 2,500-capacity Nottingham Royal Concert Hall and 9,500-capacity Nottingham Arena earns the biggest names in music scene. For more intimate atmosphere and less mainstream acts, Nottingham has an array of smaller venues as well which include Junktion 7, The Old Angel, and the Rock City.

As of food scene in the city, Nottingham was barely occupied a space in the Good Food Guide in 1980s. However, at present, the town has a selection of restaurant entries and a range of cuisine depicting the ethnic diversity of the city. Come and explore the majestic scale of this city, making it truly a marvelous spectacle!