Notts Going On: Going for gold and murder mysteries
Notts Going On: Going for gold and murder mysteries
Paralympic success, a Selling Sunset style house, and groovy events...
Good morning and welcome to Notts Going On, which is your guide filled with news, events, and other important info for the week ahead. We’re the whipped cream on your autumnal hot chocolate — we make everything that little bit sweeter.
The season of cooler days and cosiness may be here, but there is still plenty to see and do in our wonderful county. I struggled to narrow down the events guide with just how much there is going on!
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Notts Going On
By Eve Smallman
News 🗞️
🏅 Going for gold: Nottingham has been represented at the Paris Paralympic Games by two brilliant athletes. Swimmer Tully Kearney MBE won gold medals in the women's 100m freestyle S5·Swimming and 200m freestyle S5·Swimming. Meanwhile, two-time Paralympic champion Richard Whitehead MBE (who I see sometimes when running in Colwick!) has been part of BBC Radio 5 Live’s coverage in Paris. On September 15 he has a 5k and 2k fun run with Adele Roberts at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London. Plus, he’ll be running the Robin Hood Half Marathon on September 29. bbc.co.uk / runtothefuture.co.uk
⛳ Hole in one: Golf Fang opened on Huntingdon Street on Friday, and having been I can confirm that it’s the biggest and possibly the best mini golf course in Nottingham. The site included plenty of recycled sets and parts, including the Peaky Blinders pub, a swan boat from Warwick Castle, and a slide from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. Big Fang Collective co-founder Kip Piper said: “We’re all about the experience and the new venue looks insane, with brand new sets and immersive surprises just for Nottingham that we’re genuinely excited about and proud of.” golffang.co.uk / tiktok.com/@thenottsedit
🥊 Remember me: A bronze statue of legendary boxer William ‘Bendigo’ Thompson will be built, following a generous mystery donation to the Bendigo Heritage Project. It will be created by famous sculptor Andy Edwards, who also sculpted The Beatles statue in Liverpool and the Brian Clough and Peter Taylor sculpture at Pride Park. Trustee Alan Dawson told the Local Democracy Reporting Service. “It should be and will be a tourist attraction.” nottstv.com
⚽ Forest for England: Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White made his England debut on Saturday, coming off the bench as England won 2-0 away against the Republic of Ireland. Morgan looked sharp in the 15 minutes he played and will be hoping to feature again against Finland on Tuesday. Elsewhere in football, hometown hero David McGoldrick bagged a second brace in two games as Notts County won 2-0 against Accrington Stanley.
Hot Property 🏡
This five-bedroom home is one for those who have been watching Selling Sunset (like me!), as it looks like it could be in LA — but it’s actually near Mapperley Park. It has all the hallmarks of luxury living, bringing together sophistication and comfort with features like an entrance with underfloor heating, a living room with mood lighting, and even a family room with its own bar. All the bedrooms also have access to en-suite bathrooms. It’s listed at £950k and marketed by HoldenCopley. rightmove.co.uk
Shop Notts 🛍️
What’s On 🗓️
Taste of Nottingham 🍽️
When: Monday September 9-Sunday September 15
Where: Various venues around Nottingham
How much: From £18pp
Celebrate our city’s amazing food and drink by munching and sipping your way around town. Whether you have a sweet or savoury tooth, love relaxed or formal dining, or are a fan of creating food yourself, there is something for every foodie. Some of the events have sold out and some have waiting lists, but the ones still available include Whisky Truffle Making at Studio Chocolate on Thursday and the Plate and Platter Crafternoon at Debbie Bryan on Saturday.
Do if: You love discovering new foodie finds.
Lace Connections Store Tour 📜
When: Friday September 13 and Saturday September 14
Where: Nottingham City Museums and Gallery
How much: Free, but pre-booking required
Explore the connections between the world-renowned Nottingham lace industry and the city's major industrial heritage during one of these tours. You’ll see the newly installed Nottingham-built Swift & Wass curtain lace machine, reserve lace collections, and materials from Raleigh, Cropper, Players and others with strong connections to the lace industry.
There are lots of other Heritage Open Days in Nottingham and the wider county, so it’s worth checking out the site for all the ones available.
Do if: You want to find out more about one of Nottingham’s most famous exports.
The Palais Reunion 🪩
When: Friday September 13
Where: The Palais, Nottingham
How much: £5.50pp
The long-awaited return of The Palais is here, with it finally opening its doors this Friday. DJs will be spinning ‘80s and ‘90s tunes all night, so pull on your go-go boots and flares for plenty of disco dancing. The tickets include two drink tokens, so it works out well as value for money. If you’re busy on this day, it’s also hosting Groovebox on Saturday.
Do if: You’ve been looking for an excuse for a night out.
Murder on the Disorient Express 🍽️🔎
When: Friday September 13
Where: Cosy Club, Nottingham
How much: £49.95pp
The gorgeous and grand Cosy Club is a remarkably fitting setting for a murder mystery event such as this. Step back in time to 1925, where you’ll join other passengers who have boarded the luxurious ‘Disorient Express’. All appears well until, well, it isn’t. The ticket cost includes a three-course meal, a welcome drink, and of course all the fun activities of the evening.
Do if: You’d like to be part of a Friday night drama, rather than just watching one.
Definitely Oasis 🎶
When: Friday September 13
Where: Binks Yard, Nottingham
How much: £25pp
Let your hair down at Binks Yard for this exciting evening of Britpop. Definitely Oasis is the world number-one Oasis tribute band, which is sure to play hits like Wonderwall and Don’t Look Back in Anger. It will also be supported by The Richard Ashcroft Experience. There are only the final batch of tickets remaining, with the rest of the tickets and VIP being sold out, so you might want to be quick if you’re keen.
Do if: You missed out on Oasis tickets (or just didn’t want to pay the very high prices!).
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