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Right in the heart of Nottingham, and only three miles from us at the Mercure Nottingham, sits Wollaton Hall and Deer Park – a spectacular Elizabethan mansion with ample, beautiful grounds. This summer, see this stunning location transformed into a trendy outdoor cinema: join the party under the stars, and experience your favourite flicks like never before!

Nottingham provides the perfect mix of charming countryside and dynamic city culture to explore, there are so many options to celebrate Valentine's day with your love in Nottingham.

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Big names in the poetry world including Linton Kwesi Johnson, Andrew and Ian McMillan, Patience Agbabi and many more are set to headline the fourth Nottingham Poetry Festival this spring.

Nottingham’s first Young Poet Laureate Georgina Wilding, the founder of Mud Press, is announced as the festival’s new Creative Director and will lead the event through ten days of word jams, poetry slams, performances, songs and readings from some of the most renowned poets in the country.

Michael Ball & Alfie Boe are live at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Friday 28 February 2020.

The Food Beer and Cheese tasting session, hosted by the School of Artisan Food will be on during the 19th of May, 30th of June, 4th of August, 8th September, 13th October and 10th of November 2019.

The nutty and caramel aroma found in both aged cheese and stouts to the relationship between barley and famous blues, every person gets to discover a mouth-watering combination during their workshop and tasting session.

Littlemix are once again back on the road, and they are arriving in Nottingham. They are bringing their magic back to the city. 

BOOK a night stay now and enjoy Littlemix live just moments away at Nottingham Arena. 

If you’re looking for Nottinghamshire’s perfect festive family event, head to Christmas at Sundown Adventureland. This theme park dedicated to under 10’s will be transformed into a wintery wonderland, with festive food, Christmas rides, and even Father Christmas himself!

Just three miles west of Nottingham’s city centre sits Wollaton Hall – a Grade I listed Elizabethan country house, nestled in 500 acres of beautiful parkland. This stunning mansion opened to the public in 1926 and has been home to Nottingham’s Natural History Museum ever since: today, it houses a collection of over 750,000 artefacts, from fossils, minerals, plants and eggs, to invertebrates, vertebrates, molluscs, taxidermy and rare specimens from around the world.

Get ready for a spook-tacular celebration in Nottingham this Halloween! Old Market Square will be transformed into ‘Old Market Scare’ from 25^th to 31^st October, with thrills for both young and old; and, with seasonally scary events at both Wollaton Hall and Newstead Abbey, you’ll be spoilt for choice this Halloween!

Enter a magical world of wintery festivity at Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland! The largest event in the East Midlands, spend an enchanting few hours enjoying the Christmas market, attractions and entertainment – and, of course, sampling some scrumptious festive food!

Revel in a century of Disney enchantment with Disney on Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic, skating into the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham from Wednesday 20^th to Sunday 24^th November!

“It was all started by a mouse,” said Walt Disney; but now, with 200 animated films, Disney’s incredible creative legacy is adored and admired across the globe. Join a cast of over 50 loveable Disney characters, with Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse guiding you through proceedings!

Nottingham’s Beer and Cider Festival returns to the Motorpoint Arena next month, from 9^th to 12^th October. With over a thousand different real ales to choose from, Nottingham’s festival has more draught real ales than any other beer festival in the world!

Relive the charm of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone like never before this September, at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall: watch this enchanting film on a high-definition, forty-foot screen, while John Williams’ unforgettable score is played live by the Czech National Symphony Orchestra! With only one performance at 7:30pm on Sunday 8th September, tickets are sure to sell like butterbeer, so snap yours up while you can and get ready for a truly magical evening! 

Put your detecting skills to the test at Brainiac’s Detective Academy this summer! There has been a robbery at Brainiac HQ, and the Brainiac experts need your help to solve it. Become an official member of the Brainiac Academy, where you’ll learn real detective skills and forensic science techniques, as you’re thrust into the heart of the crime scene, hunting for clues to solve the crime!

On Sunday the 15th of September, The Nottingham Green Festival will be entering its 27th year at the beautiful location of Arboretum Park from 12pm to 6pm. In short, the festival is a place for people of all ages and stages to come together, learn and explore and try the latest techniques and activities that are environmentally friendly and socially ethical.

Nottingham’s Food and Drink Festival is nearly upon us, promising to be bigger and better than ever before! On 10th and 11th August, Nottingham’s Wollaton Park will be transformed into every foodie’s dream with all manner of food and drink, not to mention some spectacular live entertainment and activities!

From 30th July to 24th August, Nottingham’s Theatre Royal will once again mount its much-loved Colin McIntyre Classic Thrillers Season – four weeks of four spine-chilling tales! Are you brave enough to risk watching?

Head to Sherwood Forest this August for the Robin Hood Festival – an action-packed, fun-filled week celebrating Nottingham’s famed “noble robber”! The Festival runs from Monday 5th to Sunday 11th August: now in its 35th year, and with entrance completely free, there’s plenty for everyone to enjoy.

Did you know there’s a hidden world in Nottingham beneath your feet? City of Caves is a spectacular underground family attraction that takes you into a complex of more than 500 original sandstone caves, dating back to the Dark Ages!

From 23^rd to 28^th July, Nottingham Tennis Centre will once again host the British Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships. Now in its 30^th year, this tournament is one of the most important in the world besides the Grand Slams: come and see Great Britain’s astonishing Paralympic medalists and other top players from across the globe in action!

Step back in time at the beautiful Bolsover Castle this weekend and immerse yourself in medieval life. Arrows will fly and swords will clash as knights battle it out in a spectacular sporting contest, and budding warriors can get involved in the dramatic displays by joining in with drills, experience medieval combat in a kid’s battle. 

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A wide display of cycles, motorcycles and motor cars are available to see. The museum also houses an operational beam engine, which is extremely unique.

BOOK a night at the Nottingham Mercure, minutes away from the Industrial Museum and lots of other interesting places to visit. 

With over eighteen progressive draught beers and a hundred bottle offerings, this pub is the perfect hop in den. The Brewdog Punk IPA and the Brewdog Deadpony are just few of their brews that you have to try.

BOOK a night at the Nottingham Mercure, minutes away from the Brewdog and lots of other interesting places to visit.

Sherwood Forest covers over 420 hectares of unique woodland, making it apt for a short trail in the woods or for a full day excursion. It has lovely trails specially made for cyclists who enjoy subtle terrains and a beautiful atmosphere.

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Head to Twycross Zoo for a family day out guaranteed to be a roaring success! One of the leading zoos in the Midlands, Tywcross Zoo is also a charity with a pioneering conservation programme: it houses over 500 animals from more than 125 species, from leopards, meercats and penguins, to beautiful butterflies and creepy crawlies in the Butterfly Forest – and everything in between! With cracking Easter prices of up to 60% off, and free parking, it’s a day-trip you can’t afford to miss.

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Returning for its fourth year, the 2019 Nottingham Poetry Festival will be bigger and better than ever before! From 26^th April to 5^th May, Nottingham will see over sixty poetry-inspired events pop up all over the city.

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On the 15^th March 2019 the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham will host Blue Planet II. Sir David Attenborough presented this show upon BBC One and the show won a BAFTA.

Book your stay with Mercure Nottingham City Centre HERE and get a 10% discount off your stay!

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Who doesn’t enjoy a great big tasty hotel breakfast? Were usually all rushing around in the morning and then before heading off to work, we grab a quick bite on the road.

Book your stay with us at the Mercure Hotel Nottingham City Centre HERE and we will give you free breakfast!

Nottingham’s Answer to Soho.

Hockley is in the heart of Nottingham City Centre, Lace Market side within the Creative Quarter. This side of Nottingham is surrounded by boutique shops, popular restaurants, colorful street art and lots of awesome things to do.

Book your stay with Mercure Nottingham City Centre HERE and get a 10% discount off your stay!

Support your local Guides and Scouts this March 2019. The Theatre Royal will host this year’s variety show which features fun for the whole family. The show promises dance routines, musical numbers as well as comedy sketches and much more showcasing all age ranges together.

Book your stay with us at the Mercure Hotel Nottingham City Centre HERE and get a 10% discount off your stay!

This tournament is shown live on Sky Sports as well as through the PDC’s worldwide broadcast partners.

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The World renowned Romeo and Juliet perform at The Theatre Royal February 2019. Written by the famous Shakespeare this play truly captures the love hate scenario.

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To Meet Or Not To Meet!

We have all made a list of historical persons we would invite to our very own Come Dine but the problem is they have all past away.

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For a full week, Nottingham is hosting the Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity which focusses upon technology, engineering, science and maths within day to day life.

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During February 2019 250 artists from over 25 countries will take over Nottingham and transform the City into a Young Artists City. Over the week the City will host exhibitions, gigs, films, spoken word events, innovative dance and performance art as well as fantastic installations.

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Nottingham is hosting the Dunlop British National Squash Championships for the first time during February 2019. This prestigious tournament has been running for 45 years hosted by England Squash.

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From St Mary’s Church to Nottingham Contemporary. From Canal Side to the Creative Quarter, from Trinity Square to the Castle, from Sneinton Market to Old Market Square and many more locations all over the City. Take an orbital journey and beyond this Light Night, thanks to It’s In Nottingham.

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Spread the love and spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day. We’ve got a stunning Valentine's package which will spoil the both of you.

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Before Magic Mike Britain did The Full Monty.

One of the best British films of all time. The Full Monty has become one of the most popular productions on screen and stage as well as an entertaining experience.

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Here’s Your Chance To ‘Keeeep Dancing’!

There back for the 2019 Live Tour, the amazing Strictly Come Dancing is back in Nottingham along with a whole host of celebrities and professional dancers from the 2018 series, as well as the incredible Craig Revel Horwood, Darcey Bussell and Bruno Tonioli will star alongside Head TV Judge Shirley Ballas - who makes her debut on the live extravaganza.

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Explore Wollaton Hall, surrounded by 500 acres of open space. 

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Nottingham's Lace Market is home to the National Ice Centre, which offers indoor skating all year round, just moments away from Mercure Nottingham City Centre Hotel.

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A wonderful musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, what better way to celebrate Nottingham’s 125^th Operatic Society Anniversary.

The amazing vocal artist and Grammy Award winner Michael Bolton will be in Nottingham this November performing his greatest hits alongside a variety of classics.

The tranquil waters of the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve in Nottingham set the landscape for discovering and watching wildlife at its best. 

Click here to book a night stay and enjoy the tranquility of Attenborough Nature Reserve 

The legendary Goose Fair returns to Nottingham at The Forest Recreation Ground this October. 

The music of The Beatles. A fantastic iconic music extravaganza packed with over 40 of this famous bands greatest hits. 

The plot begins on Christmas Eve and Police Sergeant Pratt, together with his loyal assistant, Constable Mary Potter, are taking part in a fund-raising event with Pratt’s magic show.

A show in demand! When the audience become diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant, pretty much anything can happen and usually does.

Save the date! Mayhem Film Festival returns to Broadway for its 14th edition.

This year Nottinghamshire Pride will take place on 28th July in Nottingham City Centre.

The Robin Hood Festival returns for its 34th year in 2018 at Sherwood Forest.

Nottingham's best loved FREE Fireworks display is back at the Forest Recreation Ground!

The Nottingham Comedy Festival will be back for the 10th time between the 2nd and 10th November 2018.

Take a fairy tale flight to Neverland this Christmas in the swashbuckling family adventure Peter Pan.

The career of Dutch violin superstar André Rieu spans more than 30 years – he is not only a first-class entertainer, he is the “King of Waltz”. And he sure knows how to stage a grand show including romantic moments and witty twists.

UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey announce a Nottinghamshire forest date this summer.

The world premiere of a brand new musical that will simply sweep you off your feet! An Officer and a Gentleman is based on the Oscar-winning film starring Richard Gere.

The complex network of caves hidden beneath Nottingham’s streets have had a firm influence on the fabric of the city’s history.

The Original Nottingham Ghost Walk is a storytelling tour around the Castle Quarter of the city. It is easy walking, about 1/2 mile long and takes approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours.

Trip Advisor has named the best fine dining spots in the world - and a restaurant in Nottingham has nabbed fourth place. Mercure Nottingham City Centre Hotel is just moments away. 

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The Nature Valley Open is a combined women's and men's tennis tournament of WTA International level and ATP Challenger level.

Newark Festival is back for its seventh year running, with another stellar-line up of stars, this year headlined by Marti Pellow, along with Kim Wilde, Go West, Nick Heyward, Limahl and The Fizz on Saturday 16 June 2018.

Nine-time GRAMMY AWARD recipient, Sheryl Crow is an American music icon. Her nine studio albums have sold 35 million copies worldwide; seven of them charted in the Top 10 and five were certified for Multi-Platinum sales.

Showcasing the finest in traditional circus thrills and skills, Cirque Berserk celebrates the 250th anniversary of the invention of Circus by bringing this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular created especially for the theatre.

Whether you’re sorting the tickets for this show or turning up when you’re told to, welcome. 

In the final hours of 14th April 1912 the RMS Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, collided with an iceberg and ‘the unsinkable ship’ slowly sank.

From the acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories comes the award-winning West End production of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

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Forget the snow, the dates for the returning Nottingham Beach in Old Market Square have been announced from Saturday, July 14 at 10am until Sunday, September 2 at 11 pm

Nottingham’s favourite family festival returns to the beautiful setting of Wollaton Park on Saturday 21 July 2018.

The Nottingham Carnival is set to return for what will be a vibrant event boasting high quality show stopping carnival costumes and first class entertainment for all.

The Riverside Festival is Nottingham's biggest free festival weekend offering three days of family entertainment. It is a unique and fun festival covering one mile along the banks of the River Trent, at Victoria Embankment, adjacent to Trent Bridge.

Festival of Food and Drink offers great food, the fabulous producers behind the brands, award winners, special guests, exciting traders, delicious dishes to try from fantastic Street Food, Pop Up’s, cafés, bars, cocktails and much more!

Kylie Minogue, currently on a high with her brand-new track 'Dancing', will bring her extraordinary creativity as a live performer back to the stage this autumn when she plays a UK and Ireland tour stopping off at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Thursday 20 September 2018.

Following a record-breaking UK and Ireland Tour, the smash hit blockbuster is back – and larger than life!

Due to major redevelopments at Nottingham Castle, for the next three years the annual Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival will be moving to the Motorpoint Arena in 2018, 2019 and 2020, with hopefully a return to Nottingham Castle in 2021 if this proves possible.

With 103 album releases, 123 single hits and the equivalent of 20 years spent in the UK charts, voted Britain’s “Ultimate Pop Star”, Sir Cliff Richard will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary in the music business.

On Thursday 21^st June 2018 he’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

Chilling, gripping and filled with unforeseen twists and revelations, this new thriller has been commissioned by Theatre Royal Bath from award-winning dramatist Simon Reade, previously Literary Manager at the Royal Shakespeare Company, This world premiere production reunites the dream team of Robert Powell and Liza Goddard following huge acclaim for their performances in Single Spies and Relatively Speaking.

Due to phenomenal demand, a second Nottingham date, Sunday 9 September, has been added to The League of Gentlemen Live Again! 2018 Tour.

The dazzling $20 million production has been seen by over 9 million people in more than 250 counties around the world.​​​​​​​

This year, The Monster dares you to let loose your inner child as the world’s biggest bouncy castle experience announces a full UK tour, stopping in Nottingham from 20-22 July.

Prepare to be stunned by incredible routines in three different explosive gymnastics disciplines. Young British gymnasts will wow the crowds with exhilarating skills on the trampoline, breath-taking twisting somersaults on the tumble track and precise, high-flying stunts on the double-mini trampoline.

Robin Hood – local legend and master of disguise – will bring merriment to the streets of Nottingham this summer through a unique world-class sculpture trail.

Nottingham’s newest bar is cool, in all senses of the word. Located within The Mercure Hotel Nottingham. It’s so cool, deep underground in medieval caves, that revellers might need a faux fur throw from the trunk in the corner to keep cosy Located eight metres beneath the streets of Hockley, the Lost Caves are a new £50,000 addition to the city’s vibrant bar scene.

Lost Property is a top secret bar curiously located at 7.5 Carlton Street and to get in to this exclusive venue you'll need to "make an appointment" and you would be glad you did.

The Curious Tavern, is situated in Nottingham's oldest hotel, constructed in 1822, and formerly known as "The George". The tavern is part of an establishment steeped in history.

The sell-out action packed WWE Live is back for another round on the 7^th November 2018.

The world's best are heading to Trent Bridge in 2018 for a trio of international fixtures. England first visit Nottingham on Tuesday 19 June, with a One-Day International contest against Australia.

Plunge the depths of the Sherwood Forest and discover penny bun mushrooms and oyster fungus at their best. 

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Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan country house located on a small but prominent hill in Wollaton Park, Nottingham.

The house is now Nottingham Natural History Museum, with Nottingham Industrial Museum in the out-buildings.

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Take part in Cadbury's Easter Egg hunt near Mercure Nottingham City Centre Hotel 

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Experience Cinderella and book a night stay with up to 40% off.

Nottingham Theatre Royal panto Beauty and the Beast, book a night stay at Mercure Nottingham City Centre hotel now and save up to 40%.

This year, Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland at Market Square has introduced a brand new attraction, the Sur La Piste Bar. Table service is available at this impressive ski lodge-inspired bar, complete with a whole host of live entertainment.

The Nottingham Goose Fair is an annual travelling funfair held at the Forest Recreation Ground in Nottingham, England, during the first week of October. 

We are all excited to see the return of boxing to Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, and even more so to see Lee ‘The Renovator’ Froch follow in the footsteps of his younger brother, Carl Froch. He will be partaking in his next fight on the 29^th of September, ready to defend his title.

If you’re ready to be bewitched by his mesmerising vocal, and awed by his stage presence, then head over to Rock City on the 14^th of October, and be prepared for the performance of a lifetime.

Blondie will be preforming their major hits, such as Heart of Glass, Atomic, The Tide is High, and many more. Their last visit to Nottingham was over 4 years ago, and their return is most welcome.

Their shows always generate exciting atmospheres, perfect for when you want to be hyped up and enjoying your night out.

Watching a show with both Gogol Bordello and Lucky Chops will not leave you disappointed.

So make sure to attend, and the on 4^th of December, get ready to be blown away by the raw talent you will experience.

DIZZEE RASCAL Live In Rock City Main Hall.

Phil Collins announces extra tour dates including Nottingham in November.

Watching them perform is always a treat, and with them performing so soon, you now have the opportunity.

There's just so much to do for families at Holme Pierrepont Country Park. You can try individual activities, or combine a few in a great value package.

Dot To Dot Festival has established itself as the UK’s premier festivals for unearthing the hottest new talent around, alongside established acts from all over the globe.

Wollaton Hall, Nottingham, will host the main exhibition, with a complementary exhibition at Lakeside Arts, running from 1 July – 29 October 2017.

The seaside will once again arrive in the city as the Nottingham Beach lands in the Old Market Square.

Nottingham's landmarks will be seen at sunrise when the brand new event comes to the city this Summer.

The Improvised Musical which comes to Nottingham in April.

Visit the Attenborough Nature Centre.  The centre is an award winning eco-friendly visitor venue, surrounded by the tranquil waters of the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Activities take place throughout the year.

Decapitated will be preforming at 29 different locations in the UK this year, and on the 9^th of November, they will be stopping in Nottingham. Be sure to book your tickets in advance to attend this spectacular event at the Rescue Rooms Nottingham.