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Nottingham, the self-proclaimed Queen of the Midlands, is said to be one of England's finest cities and its people travel to the city center from all parts of the Midlands for its wide variety of shops and stores. Nottingham was recently ranked the second best shopping area in England outside London with approximately 2 million regular shoppers. There are two large shopping centers, the Broadmarsh Centre with 80 stores, to the south near the main railway station and the Victoria Centre with 120 shops and stores all under one roof about one mile to the North. The area between is full of a wide variety of interesting stores and shops. Nottingham city centre is also famed for its night-life with a wide variety of pubs, inns, clubs and restaurants. Nottingham is also home of the National Watersports Centre.
The city center is also famous for its castle, built after the battle of Hastings by William the Conqueror, with its connections with Robin Hood. This fabled castle was laid to ruins after the civil war. It was near here, on what is now known as Standard Hill, that Charles I raised his standard on 22nd August 1642, to rally support and this began the Civil War. He probable chose Nottingham as he had many supporters in the City. On the castle site there now stands a 19th century building that houses the Castle museum. There are regular tours of the old caves under the old castle.
Nottingham is also famous for its lace and the Lace Centre, near the castle and near the Trip to Jerusalem Inn is a good starting point to learn about its history and perhaps to buy a few samples!
On the first Thursday in October, Nottingham holds its historic Goose Fair just one mile north of the city centre. This has been held here since at least 1284 and is one of the largest public fairs in Europe.
Over recent years, the waterside by the old Nottingham canal has been redeveloped. This is full of interesting restaurants and pubs and is well worth a visit. There is a Canal Museum here and Jongleurs, a popular comedy club Tel. 0115 958 6081.
The pubs selected here have been picked because of their special historic interest or quality of their beers. There are many others in the city worth a visit. If there is a pub in Nottingham that is your favorite and you wish to recommend it for inclusion please e-mail us
Places of Interest
Brewhouse Yard Museum, Castle Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 1FB. Tel. 0115 915 3600. The museum is a delight for children and adults alike and presents a glimpse of life in Nottingham over the last 300 years.
Galleries of Justice, Shire Hall, High Pavement, The Lace Market, Nottingham, NG1 1HN. Tel. 0115 952 0555. The historic original buildings were in use from 1700's up to the mid 1980's. In fact there has been a court on the site since 1375 and a prison since at least 1449. The Galleries of Justice provide a new a chilling experience of crime and punishment set in an 18th century context.
Green's Mill, Windmill Lane, Sneinton, Nottingham, NG2 4QB, Tel. 0115 915 6878. This is a unique working mill which was once home to the 19th century mathematical genius and miller, George Green.
National Ice Centre, Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham, NG1 1LA Tel. 0115 853 3000 opened its doors in April 2000 providing luxury Olympic size ice rink which transforms into a 10,000 capacity enertainment and sporting venue. There is now an additional ice pad and is the only twin ice pad facility in the UK.
Nottingham Castle, off Friar Lane, Nottingham. Tel. 0115 915 3700. The Museum and Art Gallery inside Nottingham Castle contain a range of historical and contemporary art exhibitions. The gardens and grounds are a good place to relax. You can also explore Nottingham Caves from here.
Museum of Costume and Textiles, Castle Gate, Nottingham, NG1 6AF. Tel. 0115 915 3500. The museum is housed in a row of 17th and 18th century cottages originally owned by a high Sheriff of Nottinghamshire. The costumes are diplayed in a series of period rooms from 1790 to 1935; 17th century and later embroidery and map tapestries of Nottinghamshire dated 1632. It also houses the finest collection of machine made lace in the country and hand made lace dating from the 16th century.
Tales of Robin Hood, Maid Marion Way, Nottingham, NG1 6CF. Tel. 0115 948 3284. A medieval adventure ride through the greenwood of Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham.
Wollaton Hall and Park, Nottingham, NG8 2AE. Tel. 0115 915 3900. built between 1580 and 1586 by Sir Francis Willoughby and then occupied by his family until 1925. The hall now houses the City's Natural History Museum and the park is also open to the public. There is also an Industrial Museum.
All Bar One Nottingham
All Bar One Nottingham is a stylish wine bar ideal for eating, drinking and relaxing in the city - and the perfect place to meet when around the Lace Market, Hockley area or The Weekday Cross Monument.
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From Breakfast and lunch to a bite to eat in the evening, we offer deliciously modern food to satisfy whatever time of day. While on our bar you''ll find a superlative range of wines, cocktails and other top-drawer drinks.
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Buses and trams from all over the city call nearby, and the main railway station is not far away. We''re literally round the corner from Nottingham''s underground history in the City of Caves, and the Galleries of Justice. The shopping in Nottingham is superb, or if you fancy a bit of an escape we recommend a visit to the Nottingham Contemporary Gallery.
The Bell Inn is in the centre of Nottingham just off the Old Market Square dates back to at least 1437 and is one of the oldest in the county. It is a pub full of interesting,wood panelled, atmospheric rooms each with their own story to tell. Keeps a good range of real ales and food. Recently refurbished. Well worth a visit.
The Dragon is a city centre pub just opposite the library. Decent food (all dishes prepared using quality ingredients. None of their dishes are micro waved from frozen or pre-packaged, they are all homemade on the premises including the chips.) Sunday breakfast and lunch also available. Range of real ale. The Dragon is independently owned and operated.
The Fellows, Morton & Clayton on the canalside in Nottingham is an attractive and atmospheric pub is situated near to the canal museum, the Chesterfield canal and Nottingham train station is only a short walk away. The pub is based on the old offices of Canal removers of the same name - The Pickfords of their day. Despite being on one of the main through roads in Nottingham, the outside of the pub has an attractive appearance and in the summer, is ablaze with colour from its award winning hanging baskets and tubs. The pub can get very busy and smoky. The beers have a justified reputation for being well kept and there is also a good restaurant where children are allowed. Well worth a visit.
The Ferry Inn at Wilford is a historic riverside pub, now part of the Chef and Brewer chain. Popular at lunchtime with good bar food. The pub can be reached by a pedestrian bridge from the meadows side of the river.
The Fox and Crown at Old Basford is the home of the Alcazar Brewing Company. The pub serves Cask conditioned ales brewed on the premises together with rotatating guest beers and a wide selection of international draught and bottled beers. Fresh pizza made to order. Brewery trips by appointment. Tuesday is quiz night. Well worth a visit.
The Lincolnshire Poacher in Nottingham has a longstanding reputation for the range and quality of its real ales. The guest beers are changed regularly and has a varied menu.
The historic Lord Nelson at Sneinton is over 500 years old and is a friendly pub with good beers and good food. It has the feel of a country pub (as it once was!) but in an inner city area. Has a pleasant fenced garden with tables.
The Playhouse Café Bar in Nottingham is in modern premises, next to the Playhouse Theatre. Has a longstanding reputation for the quality and range of its real ales and this continues with the new owners (2001). Very wide range of real ales- 9 pumps, include London Pride, Adnams, one beer from a Nottinghamshire brewery and one guest. There is a blackboard in the bar area where you can suggest future guest beers. One of the few places in Nottingham centre where you can sit outside and enjoy good beer and food in pleasant surroundings. Bistro menu for the theatre.
Ye Olde Salutation is an attractive, Grade Two listed building. It is an atmospheric pub has beamed ceilings, flagstone flooring and wood panelling. The present house dates back to 1240 to replace a previous inn on the site. The present building has been trading as a public house since the 15th century. The smaller of the two snugs that flank the entrance passageway is said to have been used by Cromwell''s soldiers as a recruiting room in the Civil War in the 1640''s. There is a network of 9th century caves under the pub including one once used as servant quarters and brewery. There is a resident medieval ghost of a four year old called Rosie! It has a good range of good value real ales and food.
The Sir John Borlase Warren in Nottingham is a traditional pub in a prominent location decorated in a Victorian style. Good range of well kept beers and good food. Cosy atmosphere with large comfy sofas and roaring open fires in winter. Nice sun terrace and garden for summer (or brave cold weather addicts!), bar staff polite and friendly Good art on the walls but not too pretentious. .At the junction of the Ilkeston Road / Canning Circus.
The Vat and Fiddle, Nottingham, is a Tynemills pub and is the ''tap'' for the Castle Rock Brewery. Some 200 m from the main Nottingham Railway station, it stocks a wide range of real ales. It has a tradditional town pub atmosphere with simple furnishings and old pictures. Sells over 70 malt whiskies, food Mon - Sat 12 - 3 pm & 6 - 8pm. Garden at the rear and a first floor function room. Well worth a visit!
The Trip Inn in Nottingham is one of the best preserved and fascinating pub sites in England full of history, legend and atmosphere. It is carved out of the Castle rock and dating back to 1189 AD claims to be the oldest pub in England. Sells Kimberley beers and lagers and Olde Trip Ale solely brewed for the pub. There is a small garden area with table sets. Good value food is available up to 6 pm every day. Children are allowed in the eating area of the bar. This pub is very popular with tourists and can get very busy.
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