Notts Going On: Theatrical excellence and cosy autumnal activities
Notts Going On: Theatrical excellence and cosy autumnal activities
Sporting news, a Victorian duplex, marvellous music shows, and more...
Hello and welcome to Notts Going On — your weekly local guide with news, property, events, and more.
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Notts Going On
By Eve Smallman
News 🗞️
📺 A huge hit: The TV drama Sherwood has been renewed for a third season, following the critical success of the first two seasons. Mansfield-born writer James Graham said: “It continues to be the greatest privilege to tell stories set in and inspired by the history of my home county of Nottinghamshire. Having a returning series on the BBC is pretty much every British writer’s dream." Interestingly, Nottingham College saw applications for its criminology courses rise by more than 300% while the show aired. Renewal: bbc.co.uk / Nottingham College: bbc.co.uk
🏆 Round of applause: Nottingham Playhouse led the nominations at the UK Theatre Awards, with four nods in the categories Best Performance in a Play and Excellence in Inclusivity (both for James Graham's Punch), as well as Excellence in Sustainability and the Workforce Award. The awards ceremony will take place October 20 — break a leg! whatsonstage.com
⚽ Scores on the doors: Nottingham Forest fell to a 1-0 home defeat against Fulham on Saturday. The Reds' unbeaten Premier League run came to an end thanks to a controversial penalty scored in the second half. Mansfield Town's fine start to the League One season continued with a 2-0 win at Northampton, with the Stags sitting 5th after 7 games. Notts County earned a point after a 1-1 draw against Morecambe, but will be disappointed that star player Jodi Jones will be missing until 2025 after an injury sustained last week.
🏏 Go well: Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club secured County Championship Division 1 survival over the weekend, with a fine century from Freddie McCann and 3 wickets from Farhan Ahmed helping to secure the requisite points in a draw with Warwickshire. Notts also paid an emotional farewell to bowler Luke Fletcher, AKA the Bulwell Bomber, who leaves after 17 years, 643 wickets and five major titles.
Hot Property 🏡
I don't often include apartments in Hot Property, but I had to make an exception for this stunning three-bedroom duplex in The Park. This Victorian conversion has a grand private entrance, period features, and lots of modern fittings. My favourite areas have to be the sitting room with amazing high ceilings and the dreamy dressing room which is straight out of a rom-com. It's listed at £650k and marketed by Savills. rightmove.co.uk
What’s On In October 🎃
What’s On This Week 🗓️
Come From Away 🎭
When: Tuesday October 1-Saturday October 5
Where: Theatre Royal, Nottingham
How much: £24-£59pp
This remarkable musical explores the incredible true events that happened in Gander, Canada when 7,000 air passengers were left stranded after the planes were grounded due to the 9/11 attacks. Expect heart-warming storylines (based on real people), soaring music, and to leave filled with a new sense of hope about humanity. The theatre is also taking donations on the night for Emmanuel House, so bring new packs of winter pants if you'd like to contribute.
Do if: You're looking for something to warm your heart on these colder nights.
Pots and Pints: Carved Pumpkins 🎨
When: Thursday October 3
Where: Rough Trade, Nottingham
How much: £34pp
The Kilnhouse is hosting a series of pottery events in the coming months, including a Carved Pumpkins session this week at Rough Trade. After grabbing your free drink, you'll be introduced to using the material, as well as taking part in a spooky game to help you get to know your table buddies. There will also be prizes up for grabs, so make sure to get creative with your pumpkin decoration. Be sure to join the waitlist for this one, or grab tickets for the other sessions.
Do if: You're looking for a different way to meet new people in the city.
Enrichment With Norwood: Autumn Colour 🍁
When: Friday October 4
Where: Norwood Park Hall, Southwell
How much: £12.50pp
This is the season of rich oranges, reds and browns, which you can see in full glory at the stunning Norwood Park. Head gardener Alex will show you around the gorgeous gardens, as well as give you top tips for looking after your own plants during autumn and winter. You’ll also be able to enjoy a light refreshment while wandering around.
Do if: You'd like to go on a lovely autumn walk around Nottingham.
Catmilk 🎶
When: Friday October 4
Where: Metronome, Nottingham
How much: £13.20pp
Led by Notts' own Alex Milne, this alt-folk band is all about bringing together indie rock with an English take on Americana. They will also be supported by Sobscene and Mouse Teeth. If you don't have time to see this show but do want to catch Catmilk, they are headlining Hockley Hustle later this month.
Do if: You like bands such as boygenius, BIG THIEF, and Mitski.
Oxjam Music Festival 🎶
When: Saturday October 5
Where: Various venues around Beeston
How much: £10pp adult, £5pp child, under 12s free
Hundreds of local musicians will be heading to Beeston to play during this jam-packed day. This year the festival is raising money for Oxfam, as well as for local charities Middle Street Resource Centre and Hope Nottingham. This is a family-friendly event, with under-18s allowed everywhere before 9pm, so you can take the whole gang.
Do if: You're looking for a fun way to spend an entire day — it runs from 1-11pm!
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