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Stanley Middleton Was My Form Tutor

Basia Zamorska is a fashion stylist in New York, who has worked with Mohammad Ali, Grandmaster Flash, Mariah Carey and Natalie Portman. She was born and bred in Nottingham and had the honour of being one of Stanley’s pupils...

David Belbin on the Life and Works of Stanley Middleton

Novelist and chair of UNESCO City of Literature David Belbin on the late, great Stanley Middleton...

Neil Fulwood on the Life and Works of Alan Sillitoe

Notts poet Neil Fulwood explains why Sillitoe is important to the landscape of Nottingham literature...

Miranda Seymour on Lord Byron, Ada Lovelace and Life at Newstead Abbey

The English literary critic and novelist talks us through the legacy of the historical figures...

The Renewal Trust Opens Community Art Hub in Sneinton Market

It’s set to be a one-stop-shop for people to find out more and get involved with local art across the city.

Top 5 Wes Studi Performances

Ahead of his lead role as Chief Yellow Hawk in Hostiles, which is in cinemas from today, we take a look back at five of the best performances from the career of Cherokee actor Wes Studi

Nusic Advice: 4 Top Spotify Tips

Our mates over at Nusic have got a few words of advice for your lot in the music industry. This time, it's all about Spotify...

Word War III: Poetry by First Story Students at Farnborough Academy

Local author Paula Rawsthorne treats us to a selection of writings from her First Story students at Farnborough Academy, published in their anthology Word War III...

Sandeep Mahal on Nottingham’s Status as a UNESCO City of Literature

Nottingham is a literary city. From the heritage of Byron, Lawrence and Sillitoe, to the proliferation of today’s writing scene, the literary conversation here in Nottingham is a roiling cacophony. Within LeftLion's January issue, we find pressing proof of Nottingham’s remarkable contribution to literature and why it is deserving of its UNESCO designation...

11 Places to Chill in the Sunshine in Nottingham

It may have been a little dull recently, but when the sun eventually gets his hat on, you need to be ready to settle on a spot

Stephen Barker: The Creative Quarter's New CEO

The Creative Quarter was set up by Nottingham City Council in 2012 to help create jobs and economic growth in the east of the city: the Lace Market, Hockley, BioCity and Sneinton Market all included. Now that former CEO Kathy McArdle has handed the reins over to Stephen Barker, we thought we’d hit him up to see what his plans are with the organisation...

The Nottingham TARDIS Social Group Talk all About Doctor Who

The Nottingham TARDIS Social Group has been running for more than 10 years. On the eve of Jodie Whittaker taking over the role, we popped down to have a chat about all things Doctor Who.

SanTale Clause - Tales from Nottingham Santas

Christmas is coming! But do we ever spare a thought for those on the Christmas frontline? Those boys in red, patrolling the social cubs and superstore grottos in an effort to bring Christmas antics for all? We asked a bunch of Nottingham Santas to tell us about the most memorable experiences of their careers. Unfortunately none of them were very memorable, so we made a load up instead...

LeftLion Stereo with Georgie, Alice Short, Lone and more

Here's what our music editor has been sticking in his tabs this month...

9 Places to Do a Last Minute Christmas Shopping Dash in Nottingham

It’s Christmas eve, eve. You’ve got nowt. You’re stressing. Just follow our advice, and remember to breathe…

Film Review: Suburbicon

Welcome to the neighbourhood…

Homeless at Christmas: Paul's Story

Away from the coffee shops and vintage clothes, Emmanuel House sits at the bottom of Hockley, providing the homeless and vulnerably housed community in Nottingham with a warm welcome and access to support services. As Christmas draws near, we caught up with Paul, a regular face over at the day centre, to find out what Emmanuel House means to him...

Simon Stokes: The Man Who Designs Escapologic Escape Rooms

Thrills, suspense, mystery and horror lie in wait for thousands of adventurers enjoying the fastest growing entertainment phenomenon to hit the planet – The Escape Room. At 900 and counting, each chamber is uniquely designed by a band of subversive lone creators who have found their own special calling. Meet the man who designed one of the highest voted rooms in the UK...

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Rock City, Stealth and Rescue Rooms with Bicep, Skream, Redlight and More

It’s about to go off...

Nusic Future Session: Bone Cult

Brand new live goodness from upcoming Nottingham talent...

Sherwood Forest by Chris Dale

The Calverton photographer got snap-happy in the home of Robin Hood for his latest publication... 

5 World Food Restaurants to Sample in Nottingham

One of Nottingham’s greatest assets is its multiculturalism. And how best to celebrate our diversity, than to taste it?

Being Human Festival 2017: Switchboard III

This Short Sweet Life: Interview With Huw Costin

The Torn Sail frontman discusses the band's debut album...

26 Nottingham Independents to Buy Creative Christmas Gifts From This Year

It’s easy to get bogged down in the conveyor belt of tax-dodging chain shops in the UK. You know the story: it’s a few days before Crimbo and you’re wading through the Market Square gaggles, with oodles of ornamental cats and willy-shaped salt shakers spilling out of your arms. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there duck.

This year, you can pack in the panic buys and consult our handy guide to the best independent makers, doers and sellers in Nottingham. That’s right, we’ve rounded up some of the top creative establishments in the city, and have highlighted a few of their top buys to stuff in yer nan’s stocking. Argos? Do one.