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Photography Exhibition States of America at Nottingham Contemporary

The Nottingham Contemporary is currently playing host to a new photography exhibition – States of America – and it’s a real thinker. Covering thirty years of American history, the collection introduces the audience to the realities of post-war North American society and leaves us reflecting on the world we live in today...

Community Recording Studio's Trevor Rose Talks Nottingham's Capital of Culture Bid

Trevor Rose, head of the Community Recording Studio (CRS), talks about the project's success, what Prince Harry is really like and why he would like to see Nottingham become the European Capital of Culture 2023...

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Weekend

A weekend chock-a-block of live music and raising a pretty penny for charity. What more could we wish for?

5 Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in Nottingham

Our wonderful city is famed for many things, from lace making and Nottingham Castle to Sherwood Forest and Robin Hood. But veganism? Not so much. Then again, perhaps it’s time for a re-think. Veganism is a movement that is rapidly growing in the UK, with those who follow a vegan diet omitting all animal products from their diet. But it doesn't mean not being able to enjoy eating out – this city is bursting with restaurants that tempt veggies and meat-eaters alike...

Artist Wolfgang Buttress Talks Nottingham's Capital of Culture Bid

The brain behind The Hive installation at Kew Gardens explains how the 'cultural renaissance' in Nottingham will help us become European Capital of Culture 2023... 

Harmless: Nottingham's Self-Harm and Suicide Prevention Organisation

In honour of World Mental Health Day, we spoke to the force of nature that is Caroline Harroe. Caroline is the CEO of Harmless, an organisation that goes above and beyond to help those in our city who are experiencing distress, and are battling with self-harm. They’re celebrating their tenth birthday this month, and looking forward to moving into their own, dedicated premises. What better time to sit down for a cuppa?

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Week

Plenty of comedy, beers and frights this week...

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Weekend

This weekend sees a spot of murder and the return of Hockley Hustle... 

10 Reasons to Visit the Nottingham Spiegeltent This Year

In October, Old Market Square once again plays host to the magnificent Spiegeltent for a festival full of merriment. These glitzy pavilions were a popular haunt during the twenties to help people forget all the doom and gloom brought by the war, and now it’s returning to Nottingham to brighten up our dull and dreary October days. Here are ten reasons you should get yersen down to the tent as soon as possible.

SciBar at The Vat & Fiddle: Graham Law on The Science and Myths of Sleep

To sleep, perchance to dream - Professor Graham Law from the University of Lincoln comes to SciBar with his talk Sleep Better: The Science of Sleep Myths.

Left Duck: Nottinghamshire Cricket News & Updates

September was a big month for Notts as they went into finals day for the T20 and went for promotion in the County Championship. We have a look back at how they got on.

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Week

The goose is back in town...

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Weekend

Five things you can do with yersen on this glorious weekend... 

Georgina Wilding Annouced as Nottingham's First Young Poet Laureate

Today is National Poetry Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than to announce Nottingham’s first Young Poet Laureate...

Left Brian: Nottingham Forest News & Updates

Nottingham International Film Festival Reveal Their Full 2017 Line-Up

Roll out the red carpet...

A History of Nottingham Hip Hop

Hip hop history in Nottingham is ridiculously rich; too rich to fit into one article. This piece is an introduction, the iceberg tip of a topic that we’ve been lucky enough to clock thanks to Pariz 1, DJ Fever and Courtney Rose, who put their time aside to drop endless OG gems; some of which have been stored in the LeftLion vault, for future podcast-related endeavours. Before we go in deep, let’s take a look back at the beginnings of the movement in the US, and at hip hop’s place in humble Notts…

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Week

Poems, books, music, the lot!

Tekonta Secta are Leading the Free Party Movement in Nottingham

Tekonta Secta is a music and art collective made up of free party people from all over Nottingham. Known for rambunctious raves that take place in the bellies of woods and the middle of Broad Street alike, they’ve even been known to book – ahem – DJ workshops, in schools. Here, the elusive boggers answer a few of our questions and treat us to a plethora of photographic treats of theirs, all for your eyeball pleasure...

Michael Eaton Talks About Famous Nottingham Criminal Charlie Peace

The notorious burglar and murderer Charlie Peace used to live right here in Nottingham. On the back of a successful play about Peace, Michael Eaton has written a book about him and comes to the Five Leaves bookshop to talk about how Peace was portrayed in various media.

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Weekend

Plenty of fitness and artsy goodness to choose from...

SciBar at The Vat & Fiddle: Richard Bowtell on New Ways of Imaging the Brain

Live Music Review: Sean Noonan Memorable Sticks Trio at Bonington Theatre Nottingham

Sean Noonan has never been one to hold back his thoughts. From his innovative musical suite exploring his life in a basement apartment where he communicated to his mysterious and anonymous neighbour, to other types of unconventional and experimental experiences...

5 Things to Do in Nottingham This Week

The weekend may be over, but that's not a problem rahnd 'ere...

Nottingham in Photos

We asked your lot to send us photos. And boy oh boy are we glad we did...