Notts Going On: Fresh pizza and colourful heritage
Notts Going On: Fresh pizza and colourful heritage
Plenty of sport, a Hucknall farmhouse, Pride events, and more...
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Notts Going On
By Eve Smallman
News 🗞️
🍕 Slice of the pie: Peter Pizzeria has announced it’s opening the doors of its Nottingham branch in August. It will be located on Pepper Street, inside the Grade II listed former bank. It’s set to bring together casual English pizzeria vibes with heavy Italian influences and the very best Neapolitan-style pizza made from ingredients sourced locally or from Italy. It has locations in Loughborough and Leicester and is an independent brand, making it an especially great one to go out and support. peterpizzeria.co.uk
🏏 All out: England and the West Indies concluded their four-day test match at Trent Bridge on Sunday, July 21, with England winning by 241 runs. Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club’s Ben Duckett scored 71 and 76, while Joe Root, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook all made centuries. On Thursday the Stuart Broad end was officially unveiled, named after the bowler who is Nottinghamshire’s most successful on the international stage. His father Chris, who is club president and former Notts and England opener, said, “To have an end named after him is a complete delight.” bbc.co.uk / trentbridge.co.uk
🚲 Wheelly good: The Tour of Britain, which hosts 100 of the world's top road cyclists, is coming to the East Midlands on September 6. This leg of the race will go from outside the Derby arena and finish in Newark-on-Trent. It is the first time that the tour has gone through Derby and the fifth time it has gone through Nottinghamshire. East Midlands Mayor Claire Ward told the West Bridgford Wire: “Events like the Tour of Britain are key to helping our visitor economy thrive and showcase, to a significant international audience, all that Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire have to offer.” westbridgfordwire.com
⚽ Up for sale: Nottingham City Council formally agreed on Tuesday, July 16 to make the land the City Ground stands on available for sale. Cllr Neghat Khan told the Local Democracy Reporting Service they have “done everything” to get the deal done. Nottingham Forest has previously said that any purchase would be conditional on them securing planning permission for larger stadium capacity, hospitality spaces, and real estate development, so the saga hasn’t ended just yet. nottstv.com
Hot Property 🏡
Bringing together luxuriousness and cosiness, this four-bedroom farmhouse in Hucknall looks like a dreamy family home. If you’re looking to move into your new house without lifting a finger, this could be the perfect place, thanks to its modern fittings and finishes throughout. My favourite room has to be the open plan kitchen diner, which has a huge island and doors that open up outside. Here, you can find a spacious patio and a sprawling lawn, while out front there is a large driveway with gated access. The guide price is £600k and it’s marketed by HoldenCopley. rightmove.co.uk
Family Fun 👪
What’s On 🗓️
Madagascar the Musical 🎭
When: Wednesday July 24-Saturday July 27
Where: Theatre Royal, Nottingham
How much: £15-£35pp
Follow animals Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe and Gloria the hippo as they break out of the zoo to explore the world, all with the help of a clan of witty penguins. Along with these wild characters, TV presenter, theatre performer and Strictly finalist Karim Zeroual will lead the cast as King Julien. This is another musical extravaganza based on a Dreamworks film and has been put together by Selladoor Worldwide, which has also produced Guess How Much I Love You, Mr Men and Little Miss, Footloose and Fame.
Do if: You want to kick off the start of the summer holidays with the kids in style.
Under the Rainbow Exhibition 🏳️🌈
When: Thursday July 25-Sunday August 4
Where: Broadway Cinema, Nottingham
How much: Free entry
Head down to Broadway to see The Sparrows’ Nest’s remarkable collection of documents and artefacts spanning five decades of LGBTQ+ struggle, defiance, and liberation. During Thursday’s opening evening, you can hear from David Edgley and author and founder of the Notts Queer History Archive CJ DeBarra, who is also hosting free guided walks and a talk at Nottingham Central Library over the next couple of weeks. The exhibition is connected to the upcoming release of the author’s new work on local LGBTQ+ history, which is set to be published in early 2025 by Five Leaves.
Do if: You want to learn more about our county’s colourful heritage from those who really know it.
Boho Festival 🎶
When: Friday July 26-Sunday July 28
Where: Millview, Newton
How much: £38.75pp adult day ticket, £22.25pp teen
Dance the weekend away at this fun festival filled with top tunes and tons of activities. Tap your toes at DJ sets by Spandau Ballet’s Martin Kemp and ‘90s DJ Jeremy Healy, sing along to popular songs from tribute acts like Blondied and UK Fleetwood Mac, and discover great local talent like Mollie Ralph and Fat Digester. You can also take a break from grooving with various workshops, classes, and arts and crafts.
Do if: You want to experience festival vibes without having to travel far or stay in a tent.
Swim Bike Run 🏃♀️
When: Saturday July 27
Where: Harvey Hadden Sports Centre
How much: £5pp
This looks like a brilliant way to get stuck into exercise, whether you want to do a little or a lot. You can swim 25m, then cycle and then run 1km at this supportive event, where you can meet like-minded people and get tips from the pros. You can either enter by yourself, as a family, or just enter the kids. The event starts at 2.30pm and then finishes at 4.30pm.
Do if: The Paris Olympics starting has inspired you to get moving.
Notts Pride 2024 🏳️🌈
When: Saturday July 27
Where: Across Sneinton Market and Hockley
How much: Free
This dazzling day is one of the biggest calendar events in Notts, and is set to be bigger than ever. Many of the festivities this year will be taking place in Sneinton Market, where Drag Race’s Tia Kofi will be headlining the main stage. There will also be performances by acts such as Rob Green and the Singing Proud Choir, as well as stalls to peruse. Hockley is still a big part of celebrations, though, with a huge street party with performances on Broadway’s mezzanine balcony bar. Plus, the iconic march will make it’s way through the city, starting at 11am at Lister Gate.
Do if: You want to celebrate individuality and party!
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Can't beat a good pizza , you can take us there next time we are in Nottingham 🙂