Notts Going On – Christmas Grottos and Nottingham Monopoly
Festive fun, a £1.599m home in The Park, a fresh board game, and more...
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It’s the first of December, and it’s definitely beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. We went to Wollaton Winter Light Trail (see on Instagram) and It’s in Nottingham’s Christmas Market (also see on Instagram) last week, and are going to Nottingham Playhouse’s panto tonight. So, we’re in the mood for festive fun – but are you?
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Notts Going On
By Eve Smallman and Sam Swain
What’s On 🗓️
Festive Clay Workshop 🎄
When: December 3
Where: Hope Community Methodist Church, Newark
How much: £30pp
Enjoy a cosy evening of crafting with local artist Clare Taylor, who specialises in ceramics and textiles. She’ll guide you through the process of creating your own decorations, so you can create eight to take home with you. Refreshments will be provided on arrival, and you’ll need to collect your decorations after, once they’ve been bisque-fired.
Do if: You’d like to make handmade gifts for people this year.
Christmas Market With Fabulous Places 🛍️
When: December 4
Where: Norwood Park, Southwell
How much: £6.50pp
Discover a host of wonderful local suppliers during this evening at the lovely Norwood Park. Over 45 stallholders will be showcasing seasonal produce, hot food, and festive treasures. You can also wander through the historic house and grounds. Pre-booking is advised, and there are two entry options: 3-5pm and 5pm onwards.
Do if: You’d like to pick up some independent presents (keep an eye out for our gift guide this weekend for more!).
The Great Nottingham Christmas Singalong 🎶
When: December 5
Where: The Big Shed, Nottingham
How much: £13.44pp
This Friday, you can be part of Nottingham’s biggest festive singalong, joining hundreds of people to learn and belt out a proper Christmas tune. Singing with others is said to be good for the soul, and this event welcomes singers of all abilities. They film the performance and provide a live stream, allowing you to create a Christmas video message like no other.
Do if: You’d love to have a cathartic evening of singing.
Nottingham Harmonic Choir: Messiah 🎶
When: December 6
Where: Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham
How much: From £21pp
From the jubilant Hallelujah chorus to the exquisite I Know That My Redeemer Liveth, Messiah is an evocative setting of the biblical account of the birth, life and death of Christ. This will be performed by the Nottingham Harmonic Choir, which is one of the country’s leading provincial choirs (read our feature with its director). The concert will last approximately two hours and 40 minutes, including the interval.
Do if: You’d like to listen to a powerful piece of classical music.
Christmas Grotto 🎅
When: Weekends from December 6-21, then December 22-23
Where: Rufford Abbey, Ollerton
How much: £12pp per child
Seeing Santa is always a memorable experience for children – and you can treat the little ones to a visit at Rufford Abbey’s grotto in the Stables Courtyard. Each child will receive an adorable 10” TY plushie to take back with them, to remind them of their trip for years to come. Bookable time slots are available, and adults and children not needing a gift don’t need tickets.
Do if: It isn’t Christmas for your family without seeing the big man himself.
More events:
A Good Cause 🎁
Nottingham Basket Brigade is bringing joy to people this Christmas — and you can help too
When it comes to Christmas, giving back to the community is a brilliant way to spread cheer this season. One local organisation that is looking for help is Nottingham Basket Brigade.
Hot Property 🏡
The Park has to be one of the most prestigious places to live in Nottingham – and this six bedroom home is a gorgeous choice for residing here. It has a range of elegant rooms, such as the drawing room with bay windows, the open-plan dining room and kitchen (love the electric blue AGA!), and the mini gym complete with a sauna. Despite being so close to the city, it also has an amazingly spacious garden with a paved patio area, sprawling lawns, and a pond with stepping stones. It’s marketed by FHP Living, which is accepting offers over £1.599m. rightmove.co.uk
News 🗞
🎲 Roll the dice: The newly-renewed Nottingham Monopoly went on sale on Friday, 24 years after the original launched. The board features landmarks such as Nottingham Castle and Old Market Square, historic spots like Green’s Windmill and Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, and all three of the city’s sporting stadiums and grounds. If you’d like to pick up a board, it’s available at the Tourism Centre in town, as well as Amazon and Waterstones.
🧀 Mamma mia: Cheese & Pasta Co has opened up a spot in the city centre, serving up fresh pasta out of a giant cheese wheel. Its first branch opened up in Beeston last year, and has proved to be a delicious hit. If you’re looking for an alternative to Winter Wonderland food, it’s conveniently situated opposite Old Market Square.
⚽ It’s coming home?: The City Ground has been included in the UK’s bid to host the Women’s World Cup 2035. The bid outlines plans for 22 stadiums across 16 cities, including 16 venues in England, three in Wales, two in Scotland and one in Northern Ireland. If successful, it will be the largest single-sport event ever staged in the UK and the first World Cup here since 1966. The decision won’t be made for another five years – but fingers crossed! bbc.co.uk
Scores on the Doors 🏆
🌳 Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest beat Malmo 3-0 at the City Ground in the Europa League on Thursday – a repeat of the 1979 European Cup final. Ryan Yates, Arnaud Kalimuendo and Nikola Milenkovic all scored as Forest secured their second European win of the season. Saturday’s Premier League game saw the Reds fall to a 2-0 home defeat to Brighton.
🦌 Mansfield Town
Mansfield Town fell to a 3-0 defeat at title hopefuls Cardiff on Saturday. Nigel Clough’s side were generally outplayed and dropped to 15th in League One.
🐦 Notts County
Notts County secured a late victory away at League One strugglers Bristol Rovers. Tyrese Hall was sent off after 35 minutes, and the hosts hit the woodwork 3 times before Matthew Dennis scored late to secure the points and lift Notts to 4th in League Two.
🏒 Nottingham Panthers
The Nottingham Panthers blew away the Glasgow Clan 7-1 at home in the Elite League, before a 3-2 overtime defeat to Sheffield Steelers. The Panthers sit second in the League ahead of a three-game tour of Scotland.
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