![]() Even today, explorers are finding new caves in the network. A network of caves under the castle were even used by King Edward III to capture the man who killed his father. These man made caves are medieval remnants that have seen hundreds of uses, including cave dwellings, underground jails and bowling alleys. Caves Open: various times (see below)Īnother secret part of Nottingham is the whole network of caves underneath the city. 36b Carlton St, Nottingham NG1 1NNī.uk 9. But for those in the know, Boilermaker is the home to great cocktails and an even livelier atmosphere. At first glance, you might be confused as to why there are queues of dolled up people lining up outside a such a plain looking building. Boilermaker Monday-Saturday 5pm-1am (door closes at 12.30am) Sunday 7-1am (door closes 12.30am)Īs well as being quaint and historical, Nottingham also has lively nightlife. See a video of some of the thrills and spills you can expect at the fair:įorest Recreation Ground, NG7 6HB 8. Every October, more than 500 rides and attractions all flock the Forest Reaction Grounds in Nottingham to amaze and delight people of all ages, including author J.B Priestly, who wrote about his own trip to the Goose Fair in 1933. 14-18 Broad Street, Nottingham, NG1 3ALĪt more than 700 years old, the Goose Fair has had plenty of years to become perfect. Broadway Cinema Open: screening times varyĮvery other cinema will be ruined after a visit to the cinema that Total Film magazine once described as the ‘best in the world.’ This independent cinema was designed by Paul Smith and shows what it describes as the ‘best international films.’ It is also home to two lively cafe bars. It’s a student tradition to Instagram yourself boating on the lake here, and when you’re done there’s usually an ice cream van nearby to complete this traditional summertime experience! University Blvd, Lenton, NG7 2RDĦ. Highfields Park Open (for the boating lake): Sunday 1 May – Sunday 4 September, 10.30am–7pmĪnother beautiful park, this time literally a short stroll from the University of Nottingham campus. Beautiful and imposing in its own right, the Hall’s grandeur is only heightened by the beautiful surrounding gardens and deer park. Plus, ‘amaze’ your friends with your knowledge of the link between Gotham village (just down the road) and the fictional city, where the caped crusader hangs out. You can see the hall’s performance as Wayne Manor in The Dark Knight Rises. Looking at Wollaton Hall, it’s no surprise that it was chosen to be the home of everyone’s favourite bat-obsessed crime-fighter. Wollaton Hall and Deer Park Open: every day between 10am-5pm. And the best part is, it’s also a rescue centre, so if you get attached to a particular kind of cat, you can take it home with you! (Bear in mind that you probably won’t be able to keep a cat in your accommodation and check with mum and dad before sending your new feline buddy home.) No student discounts, but a jacket potato won’t break the bank. What more could you ask for? Just off the main Market Square, feline fans the world over will be delighted at the chance to sip coffee and eat all sorts of delicious food whilst being surrounded by cats. Kitty Café Open: Monday – Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 10am-5pmĬats and cake. The Unitarian Church, High Pavement, Nottingham, NG1 1HNģ. No on-going student-only discounts, but there’s deals aplenty on the website And if getting drunk in a church makes you feel a bit weird, don’t worry too much about it, for all Jesus cares, you may as well be drinking water. Set in a beautiful Grade II listed church, Pitcher and Piano will have you feeling stylish and sophisticated. Pitcher and Piano are actually a chain of bars, but this Nottingham bar will be unlike any other you’ve been to. Is it a church? Is it a bar? Whatever it is, it makes you feel a little bit sinful. Pitcher and Piano Open: Monday – Thursday 11am-12am Friday – Saturday 11am-2am Sunday 10am-11pm You also might even spot Robin Hood himself! £5 entry for studentsĢ. In no particular order, here it is – 10 amazing things for students to do in Nottingham: 1. Nottingham Castle Open: everyday 10am-5pmįull of history, art and special events, Nottingham Castle is a must see! This medieval castle has been home to royalty, been the site of civil wars and is now a major tourist attraction which is currently hosting a special exhibition on Leonardo Da Vinci. With so much history and so many amazing attractions, it’s been difficult to narrow it down to just ten but I think I’ve managed it. Our guest blogger Emma gives her top 10 things to do in NottinghamĪs the home of Robin Hood and Batman, Nottingham’s clearly no stranger to adventure and excitement.
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