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Big Shed World Cup 2026 - England vs Croatia KO 9pm

England vs Croatia 9pm KO Doors 4pm

Competition: Win A Family Ticket to Beyond Monet or Beyond Van Gogh at Motorpoint Arena

Two stunning immersive experiences which bring the work of a pair of iconic artists to life are coming to Nottingham in a show like you've never seen before. We have two pairs of family tickets (which admit 5 people each) to give away. All you have to do is answer our simple question below...

From the Kitchen: With Chester Chamberlain, Chef at Fothergills

We visit Fothergills to chat to their head chef... 

Forbidden

King Arthur and the Holy Fail

Night Creatures Podcast #8: The Soul Buggin' crew on life as promoters, the vibrant Nottingham scene and things that wind 'em up

Night Creatures is a LeftLion podcast, shining a light on the promoters of Nottingham. Your host and interviewer is Beane, co-founder of Nottingham’s beloved Soul Buggin’ night and he brings with him two decades of experience of putting on great parties in the city...

Out of Time: How Sneinton's Victoria Lesiure Centre once hosted wrestling matches

Wrestling matches at what’s now the Victoria Leisure Centre on Gedling Street happened recently enough to be a childhood memory for some, but for others, it’s an almost forgotten occurrence. Here’s the colourful and chaotic history… 

Plays, classic films, and gigs in association with LeftLion: Here's what's on in Nottingham this week, 15 - 21 June

There's a lot to do this week in Nottingham, with a classic film shown in 35mm at the Savoy and local institution the Television Workshop showcasing a play about Notts County FC, among other options. Here's a few things we think are worth doing. 

Locating Lawrence: June 1926

"I am always glad when one can go about with light clothes on, and feet in sandals, and not bother about anything."

In photos: Real Farmer at JT Soar, with Hard as Nails and Every Face Becomes A Skull

Forget the high street: Why niche perfume is having a moment

Spend an afternoon wandering round perfume counters and you'll notice something. The same handful of bottles keep turning up everywhere from the big department stores to the smaller chemists tucked along the side streets. It's not that these scents are bad, as such, but there's a decent chance that at least three other people in any given pub have dabbed on the exact same one before heading out.

Finn Forster on supporting Stereophonics, Radio 1's Big Weekend and the emotions of touring...

The latest rising star from the North East’s explosive music scene, Finn Forster, sat down with LeftLion in the midst of his largest headline tour. We caught up about all things Stereophonics, his latest release, and the rollercoaster of tour emotions 

Undercover artist: Emily Giddings celebrates Hockley

This month’s cover artist Emily Giddings spoke to us about artivism, being creative with a chronic health condition, and what inspires her illustrations.

Crime and a cuppa

Harry Meets Shania

EID Festival

Em-Con Nottingham 2026 - Entry Passes

Em-Con Nottingham 2026 - VIP

Em-Con Nottingham 2026 - Autographs and Photoshoots

Fat Digester 30th Anniversary!

John Blanche 1948-2026

It is with sadness that we report the passing of legendary illustrator and Games Workshop Art Director John Blanche, who died on Monday 1 June at the age of 77...

Competition: Win A Pair of Tickets to Splendour Festival 2026

It's almost time for the biggest outdoor live music weekend in Notts taking place in Wollaton Park! This year's Splendour Festival line-up includes The Wombats, Snow Patrol, Primal Scream, Flaming Lips, Craig David, Editors and more. We have two pairs of tickets to give away...

The 19.5 Challenge: how the West Area Project breaks barriers for learning disabilities

One of many groups that have found a home at The Lenton Centre, the West Area Project is a not-for-profit providing activities for people with learning disabilities. To highlight research showing that people with learning disabilities and autism die 19.5 years earlier than the general public, during National Learning Disability Week volunteer Rich Davis is taking on a challenge walking, rowing, cycling, swimming and running to raise money...

Spilling the tea: Frances Russell on managing the White Rabbit Teahouse through adversity

Serving tea, cake and scones, White Rabbit Teahouse is a quintessential British tearoom, providing a peaceful setting among the noise and crowds of the city centre. Behind the scenes, owner Frances Russell has weathered many storms to keep the business alive. Food co-editor Lucy Campion sat down with Frances to talk about the evolution of her teahouse, how the hospitality landscape has changed and what the future holds.