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Left Stag: Clough's future and Halloween nightmares
Tue 06 Oct 2026The start of October is one of those times of year that feels transitionary. Nights draw in, temperatures drop, the countryside changes. In football, it's often said that you can tell a lot about your team for the season, by this point... Josh Pickering looks into the events at Mansfield Town F.C.
Cover to cover: the LeftLion team pick six personal favourite covers
Tue 06 Oct 2026Over the years, many wonderful illustrations and photos have featured on the front cover of LeftLion. To celebrate our 200th issue, our office team has each picked out a personal favourite…
Gig review: We Are Scientists at Rock City
Mon 05 Oct 2026More than 20 years ago, We Are Scientists wowed with their major label debut With Love and Squalor. Now, with the album certified gold and a cult career on their belt, they have returned with a tour celebrating this seminal record. We caught them at Rock City...
Small talk: catching up with renowned Notts street artist Kid30
Sat 03 Oct 2026Kid30 (aka Small Kid) has been creating art in Notts for the best part of three decades, including the cover of our 200th issue. We had a chat with him about his history, his exhibitions, the Notts graffiti scene and why he’s been bulk-buying old condom machines...
Canne-t? A Friendly, Short Film Festival at Mammoth Cinema
Fri 02 Oct 2026A look at Canne-t, a DIY short film festival bringing friends, creativity and plenty of humour together at Nottingham’s Mammoth Cinema. From heartfelt stories to surreal comedies, the festival was a reminder to make something simply for the joy of creating.
LeftLion's Latest Listens #53: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 02 Oct 2026In the 53rd edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews releases from Otala, Matt Blaney, Wayne Banks and Make Strangers...
Exhibition Review: Rosemary Wels, A Retrospective at the Nottingham Society of Artists
Fri 02 Oct 2026Rosemary Wels’ final exhibition at the Nottingham Society of Artists is as educational as it is impressive as you walk through the story of her career from school sketches to Nottingham rainy-night landscapes.
Gig review: Sports Team at Metronome
Thu 01 Oct 2026The news this past week has all been about one sports team, one that has been up to all sorts of things, creating chaos in the process. No, this isn’t the biggest scandal in the history of sport, but a chaos brought about by the end of a storming tour. Tonight was the final leg, and, as the cliché goes, you save the best till last. Sports Team’s chaos was being put to good use, better than the dishonourable chaos that a certain other sports team has been found guilty of…
The Scientist: LeftLion chats 20 years of With Love And Squalor with We Are Scientists' Keith Murray
Tue 29 Sep 202620 years ago, in the midst of an indie boom kickstarted by a thriving New York rock scene, We Are Scientists emerged as the band seemingly just there for a good time, rather than a long time. However, two decades and nine albums later, they have become one of the mainstays from that flourishing mid-00s period, all thanks to a consistently solid discography and their natural chemistry with one another. Ahead of their show at Rock City later this week celebrating 20 years of their beloved debut album, With Love And Squalor, LeftLion caught up with the band’s charismatic frontman, Keith Murray…
Gig review: The Sisters of Mercy at Rock City
Tue 29 Sep 2026The Sisters of Mercy proved beyond any shadow of doubt that they are still at the forefront of the Gothic music scene, with a breathtaking and flawless performance at a packed Rock City, that will likely linger in the memory of the those there for a long time to come...
Overheard in Notts: September 2026
Tue 29 Sep 2026Nicotine and the Babadook feature in this month's Overheard in Notts.
The Kingston Queen: A profound coming-of-age novel with accompanying musical album
Mon 28 Sep 2026A spare time lockdown project lay dormant in Melvin Grant’s drawer for three years before resurfacing as an emotional, inspiring coming-of-age novel, spanning themes of abuse, homophobia, racism, love and loss. And if that isn’t enough, The Kingston Queen even has an accompanying musical album, written entirely by Melvin.
Darren Simpson on his latest frightening folk tale: Lykewise
Sun 27 Sep 2026Genre-hopping and Carnegie-nominated Darren Simpson has carved a unique space in folk horror with his new novel Lykewise. We sat down with him to unpack his inspiration, the journey behind its publication, and what scares teenagers these days.
How the Notts Community Choir is connecting local people through music
Thu 24 Sep 2026Have you got the X Factor? Or maybe you just enjoy that gratifying feeling of achieving perfect harmony with fellow vocal enthusiasts? The Notts Community Choir, based in Queen’s Walk Community Centre, might be for you. Penny Harrison shares her own, and others' experiences since joining while founder and director, Josh Elliott, shares the choir’s journey…
40 years of Notts County FC's Lifeline scheme
Tue 22 Sep 2026Notts County FC’s Lifeline scheme is an independent volunteer-run lottery and fundraising scheme, launched forty years ago this month, to support the football club through financial difficulties. Members pay £2 per week and are entered into a range of lottery draws and receive access to events, stadium tours, a training session, hospitality offers and more…
Life Behind Bars: With Jake Jenkinson, assistant manager at Effy
Mon 21 Sep 2026For this month's instalment of Life Behind Bars we spoke to Jake Jenkinson: assistant manager of Effy, Heathcoat Street's cosy haven for coffee.
How to Handle Low Data Situations Using a Travel eSIM Abroad
Mon 21 Sep 2026Loss of mobile data access while abroad can turn an exciting trip into a stressful ordeal. From navigation to emergency calls, mobile access supports nearly every critical aspect of international travel. Unexpected connectivity shortages strike at the worst possible moments, leaving tourists scrambling for quick solutions.
In photos: Sonic Boom Festival 2026
Sat 19 Sep 2026Sonic Boom, the independent and - amazingly - free music festival, once again took over Burton on Trent town centre, showcasing the best local artists and some from further afield. Nigel King documented the day...
Gig review: Spiritbox at Motorpoint Arena
Sat 19 Sep 2026Fronted by vocalist Courtney LaPlante, Canadian metal heavyweights Spiritbox brought a masterclass in modern heavy music to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena where the band effortlessly commanded the massive space as part of their milestone UK headline tour. From explosive breakdowns to soaring vocal melodies, Spiritbox captivated the crowd with perfectly curated visual production and a setlist full of deep cuts and fan favourites alike...
Hidden Notts: six lesser spotted alleways worth visiting in Nottingham
Sat 19 Sep 2026If you’ve lived in Nottingham a while you’ll probably have at some point found yourself off the beaten path, trying out a shortcut or exploring an alleyway only to discover a cool shop, cafe or bar. Amongst more familiar streets – should you be curious enough – there are some excellent hidden treasures, each with their own historical tales and modern day offerings to enjoy…
LeftLion's Latest Listens #52: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 18 Sep 2026For the 52nd edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews new releases from Mondo, Hunch Power, Eyre Llew and Blu Syrup...
Gig review: Primal Scream at Rock City
Thu 17 Sep 2026Primal Scream returned - again - to Nottingham and proved their relevance and willingness to harness their art to speak out. Rock City proved the perfect canvas...
Art Fest 2026: what's happening this year?
Wed 16 Sep 2026After bringing over thirty murals to Nottingham in the past five years, Art Fest is doing things differently in 2026. Through exhibitions, street art tours, talks and workshops, this year’s programme celebrates Nottingham’s visual artists while opening conversations about what comes next…
Stage Interview: Dan Lewis on Tommy Cooper – Have I Got Time For More?
Mon 14 Sep 2026A new show celebrating comedy giant Tommy Cooper visits Nottingham this November. Director, actor and producer, Dan Lewis, sits down with Left Lion to share the importance of being Tommy. Just like that...
How Much Does a Divorce Cost? Court Fees, Solicitors and Online Options
Mon 14 Sep 2026If you’re trying to work out how much a divorce costs, there isn’t one figure that covers everything. You’ll usually need to budget for the court fee, any solicitor’s fees and, separately, the cost of sorting out finances or arrangements for children.
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