Notts Going On — Nottingham 10K and spring walks
Markets and murder mysteries, a £1.5m home in West Bridgford, new nature reserves, and more...
Hello and welcome to Notts Going On – your weekly guide with events, property, news, and more.
It’s a lovely, sunny day here in Nottingham, and it feels finally like we might be over the bout of rain we’ve been having. The daffodils are out as well, which always brings me joy. Want to make the most of the sunny weather? Find out below the best events to go to this month, as well as the best spring walks.
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Notts Going On
By Eve Smallman and Sam Swain
What’s On This Week 🗓️
Nottingham Panthers Vs Dundee Stars 🏒
When: March 4
Where: Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham
How much: £12pp
The Nottingham Panthers are our city’s own ice hockey team, and they’re on a run of success, having won the Continental Cup last month. This Wednesday they’ll be playing against the Dundee Stars, who currently sit second bottom of the Elite League table. The tickets are £12pp including booking fee, which is half the usual cost.
Do if: Seeing the Panthers is on your Nottingham bucket list – the discounted price makes it a great opportunity.
Only Notts 🎶
When: March 6
Where: The Palais, Nottingham
How much: £10pp, £12pp VIP
Over 25 Nottingham artists will come together under one roof for this special charity event. Across two rooms, there will be a range of different sounds, from energetic rappers to smooth vocalists. The line-up includes the likes of Jah Digga, Davina Songbird, and Amber Mackazie. All profits from this will go directly to supporting Nottingham-based mental health charity Summits Up.
Do if: You’d like to party on Friday night, all while supporting the local music scene and charity.
Murder Mystery Evening 🔎
When: March 6
Where: Norwood Park, Southwell
How much: From £55pp
The fabulous Norwood Park is hosting a fully immersive murder mystery evening this Friday. Lord Bartholomew’s butler holds unparalleled knowledge – but who will go to murderous lengths to safeguard their secrets? Discover these and find the culprit, all while enjoying 1920s glamour and a three-course meal. The dress code is smart evening wear, with time period costume optional.
Do if: You’d love to switch off and delve into an enthralling story in person.
Ginger’s Flea Market 🛍️
When: March 7
Where: St Mary’s Church, Nottingham
How much: £2.50pp advance, £3pp on the door
Explore vintage clothing, homewares, and more during this market filled with specialist independent traders. Sift through rails filled with vintage from the 1960s to the 1990s, hunt out antiques and bric-a-brac, and scout out cute candles and plants. Plus, keep fuelled up by diving into comforting street food and barista style coffee.
Do if: You’d like to do some gift shopping (perhaps for Mother’s Day?) and find unique items.
Your Local Farmers and Producers Market 🛍️
When: March 8
Where: Rufford Abbey, Ollerton
How much: Free entry
Curated by Picks Organic Farm, this monthly market brings together farmers, artisans, and food producers. Think seasonal produce fresh from the farm, breads and cheeses, and handmade crafts. Meeting the producers is a wonderful way to discover more about what you’re buying, which can guide your choices and make you more connected to them.
Do if: You’d like to swap your winter goods for spring treats.
Nottingham 10K 🏃
When: March 8
Where: Starts at Old Market Square
How much: £34pp
Kicking off the city’s running season, this 10K start right in the heart of Nottingham, before heading north of the centre. It goes towards Nottingham Girls High School and Church Cemetery, before going downhill (phew!) all the way down towards the Motorpoint and The Park. It finishes at Nottingham Castle, which has pubs like Fothergills and The Crow nearby to celebrate and re-hydrate at.
Do if: You’d like to get your steps in and explore the city in a fun way.
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What’s On This Month 🗓️
Spring Walks 🌼
Hot Property 🏡
West Bridgford is one of the most pined-after places to live in the area – and this elegant home is perfect for settling down in. The 1930s home is a story of two styles, with chic panelling, ornate fireplaces, and parquet flooring in the hallway and living rooms. Step into the kitchen and you’ll find a contemporary open-plan set-up (we particularly like the breakfast bar situation, as shown on page nine!). Upstairs are four bedrooms on the second floor, and the master with en-suite on the third. The guide price is £1.5m and it’s marketed by Rex Gooding. rightmove.co.uk
News 🗞
🙌 Pitching in: Former Lionesses goalkeeper and West Bridgford’s own Mary Earps opened a new all-weather pitch at Calverton Miners Welfare FC. The Mary Earps Pitch, which was funded by the Football Foundation, was officially unveiled last Wednesday. The new pitch will prioritise access for women and girls, and will also be used by the Arnold Eagles. The pitch is one of 35 set to open across the country as part of the Lionesses Futures Fund. bbc.co.uk
🌳 Back to nature: Nottinghamshire County Council is set to confirm approval for five new Local Nature Reserves across the county. The five proposed sites are Kimberley Green and the Great North Railway Path in Kimberley, Dob Park in Hucknall, Newstead Old Coal Stocking Yard, Freckland Wood and the Linby Trail, Moor Pond Woods in Papplewick, and Cotgrave Country Park and Cotgrave Greenway. westbridgfordwire.com
Scores on the Doors 🏆
🌳 Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest progressed to the Europa League last 16, despite a 2-1 home defeat to Fenerbahce. The Turkey Super Lïg side scored twice to set up a nervy end to a tie that Forest went into with a 3-0 lead, before Callum Hudson-Odoi scored to ease the nerves. Vitor Pereira’s side will play Danish side FC Midtjylland in the next round. Despite the progression, Forest lost again in the Premier League, 2-1 away at Brighton, to remain two points above the bottom three.
🦌 Mansfield Town
Mansfield Town drew 2-2 at home to AFC Wimbledon after a topsy-turvy first half at Field Mill. Jon Russell put the Stags ahead early before Wimbledon equalised, before his second goal took Mansfield into the break level. Wimbledon’s second-half penalty meant the points were shared, with Mansfield now 16th in League One.
🐦 Notts County
Notts County lost 1-0 at Meadow Lane to Grimsby after a late goal from Charles Vernam. Lee Ndlovu, who had Notts’ best chance of the game, was sent off with 14 minutes to go, and Grimsby took full advantage in the 85th minute with Vernam’s finish. The result leaves Notts 5th in League Two.
🏒 Nottingham Panthers
The Nottingham Panthers progressed to the Challenge Cup final with an aggregate win over rivals Sheffield. While the Panthers lost 4-2 in Sheffield, a 3-0 win the week prior meant Danny Stewart’s side progress to the Challenge Cup final. Mitch Fossier scored an overtime winner in a 2-1 win over Manchester Storm, before a 2-1 away defeat to Guildford Flames.
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