Things to Do

Nottingham Gift Guide 2025 — 25 of the best presents, hand-picked by The Notts Edit

Homeware, food, accessories, and more...

Dec 6 •

Nottingham Basket Brigade is bringing joy to people this Christmas — and you can help too

We found out what it is, who it helps, and how to get involved…

Nov 30 •

Ye Olde Bell in Retford: “Something truly special” — hotel, spa, and restaurant review

The four-star location is nestled in North Notts

Oct 23 •

I'm doing 100 challenges in four years — my bucket list has taken me across Nottingham and the world

Dan Davison has visited iconic locations and been on amazing adventures

Oct 11 •

I’m a Nottingham fashion stylist — here’s what to wear this autumn and winter

From suede to stripes, Bee Newham shares her top seasonal picks...

Sep 21 •

I tried the beauty treatment loved by celebs in Mapperley — it made my skin look like new

We gave the Sofwave treatment at Your Beauty Doctor a try...

Sep 17 •

The Theatre Royal in Nottingham is celebrating its 160th anniversary

We speak to the theatre’s heritage officer about its remarkable history...

Sep 13 •

The Last Stand of Mrs. Mary Whitehouse at Nottingham Playhouse: “Witty, fascinating, and thought-provoking” — theatre review

This brand-new play by Caroline Bird is filled with themes that will resonate with all

Sep 11 •

The Nottingham Mill Co-op are milling flour in Sneinton Market — and they want you to start baking there too

They have launched a Crowdfunder to help with the expansion

Aug 22 •

Nottingham books — 22 interesting reads to add to your bookshelf

Fiction, biographies, poetry, and more...

Aug 2 •

I went to Splendour for the first time — it was filled with surprises

The festival ran from July 19-20 in 2025

Jul 21 •

Harold Larwood was one of England’s finest fast bowlers — and he was from a small mining town in Nottinghamshire

We explore the career and the legacy of the cricketing legend...

Jul 20 •

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