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Gig review: Biffy Clyro at Motorpoint Arena
Wed 14 Jan 2026They are one of Britain’s most beloved rock bands, having headlined major festivals like Download and Reading & Leeds Festival multiple times over the years. But Scottish trio Biffy Clyro have been avoiding playing our great city, having not played Nottingham since November 2010 – long before their rise to festival headliner status. Correcting that wrong this January, Biffy finally returned to Nottingham after 15 long years as part of their Futique arena tour – and it was one show we simply couldn’t miss…
Tragedy, Triumph and The Tree: R.D.K Marjoram discusses his debut novel
Wed 14 Jan 2026R.D.K Marjoram's debut novel, The Tree - A Novel: Tragic and Triumphant Tales of the Human Soul, is a thought-provoking exploration of sacrifice, suffering, and the resilience of the human spirit, drawing on his personal experiences as a psychotherapist. Aurora Amaryllis sat down with him to learn more about the ideas, influences and spiritual themes that shaped The Tree...
Any way you slice it: we check out new pizza joint The Slice
Wed 14 Jan 2026We check out The Slice: a new artisan bakery and Roman pizza spot on Middle Pavement...
Out of Time: The Lonely Hearts Magazine of Nottingham
Wed 14 Jan 2026When it comes to dating, we often think of Tinder, Grindr, Hinge… the list goes on. But how did people meet each other before we could swipe right? Surprisingly, the history of the personal advert is thought to go back to the 1700s, but one of the earliest examples from Nottingham was a monthly magazine called The Link. CJ De Barra delves into its history and the repercussions of its ‘improper’ use…
Fine Fat Funk: Fat Digester talk thirty years of making music ahead of Beat the Streets
Mon 12 Jan 2026Not many Nottingham-based bands and acts can boast a thirty-year longevity, but Fat Digester certainly can. The eclectic, cool and funky collective have been making audiences move and groove in awe since the 90s, and have no intention of stopping or slowing anytime soon. We had a chat with frontman Paul 'Ned' Needham all about the band’s approaches, stage shows and very exciting future plans!
Sunday Service: eight great spots in Notts for a roast
Sun 11 Jan 2026As we move through winter, the season of traditional British roast dinners is upon us. Here we’ve picked out eight of our favourite city centre spots to hide away for a feast with your friends and family…
From grassroots gigs to arena shows: Here's what's on in Nottingham, 12 - 18 January
Sun 11 Jan 2026January: a quiet month? Not in Nottingham. This week the city stays busy as ever, with nationally loved bands playing shows and smaller gigs taking place at local venues. If you're suffering from January blues there's bound to be something here that will banish them...
Sai Masud on facilitating Tenx9: a storytelling event at Broadway Cinema
Sat 10 Jan 2026Branching off from a unique event in Belfast, Tenx9 Nottingham sees nine local people tell ten minute stories about their lives in the atmospheric surrounds of Broadway Cinema. The next instalment of the event is in January, so we heard more about it from facilitator Sai Masud.
From The Kitchen with Connor Sullivan, Head Chef at Bar Iberico
Fri 09 Jan 2026We chat to Connor Sullivan, Head Chef at Bar Iberico Nottingham
Review: The National Youth Orchestra-Shimmer at the Royal Concert Hall
Thu 08 Jan 2026What could be more uplifting than the country's national orchestra for young people. And they are in town. So how did they do...
Mending our ways: how two Notts locals founded a national repairs directory
Thu 08 Jan 2026Ally Booker and Gemma Broad are two repairs professionals in Nottingham, who in June 2025 founded We Are Repairs: an online directory of UK businesses which give products of all kinds a longer lifespan. Their aim was to shift the public mindset away from a careless ‘throwaway culture’ – they tell us about how the project’s gone since.
Nadia on… Punch by James Graham
Wed 07 Jan 2026Nottingham Labour MP Nadia Whittome talks about the real-life story behind James Graham's hit West End stage show Punch...
Rage against the running machine: local class Rockfit's alternative take on fitness
Tue 06 Jan 2026Looking to shake off the ‘toxicity’ of the festive season, let your ‘bodies’ hit the floor, and get ‘one step closer’ to your fitness goals? Well, if you have a penchant for alternative music, get yourself down to RockFit, Nottingham’s alternative fitness class where friendly metal fans rock out to work out. We spoke to Nottingham instructors Jack ‘Kastor’ Wilkinson and Sam ‘Blu’ Rynne to discover what it’s all about…
Interview: Horrible Histories at the Royal Concert Hall
Mon 05 Jan 2026The unstoppable success of the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series is coming live (and dead!) to the Royal Concert Hall this March, in what the promos say is a very special production. We spoke to cast members Richard David-Caine and Verona Rose...
Workshops, jazz, exhibitions and indie: here's what's o n in Notts this week 5 - 11 January 2026
Mon 05 Jan 2026Get creative, explore ancient history, eat Korean or groove to 2000s indie classics this week in Notts...
Step Right Up! Sneinton Market's Circus Hub tell us about their inclusive range of classes
Sun 04 Jan 2026If January, or life in general, has you feeling slothful, running away with the circus can sound like just the right dose of romanticism. But rather than leave your entire life to cavort with clowns, how about heading down to Sneinton Market’s Circus Hub to try some aerial silks, hoop, rope, and trapeze. We spoke to owners Kay Monrose and Ria Ashcroft, to hear about the benefits of their diverse range of classes and why anyone can have a go at circus skills…
Ten Nottingham activities that could improve your mental and physical wellness
Sat 03 Jan 2026It’s a new year and inevitably many of our thoughts turn to lifestyle changes, getting fit, trying new things and increasing our physical and mental wellness. Aside from hitting the gym there are various other things you can try in Nottingham to get the endorphins going and make this January feel a little lighter. Here are a few of our recommendations, but make sure that you check out individual websites for special events and more info…
LeftLion Issue #191 January 2026
Fri 02 Jan 2026Featuring Circus Hub, wellness activities in Notts, Fat Digester, Burns Night themed football columns, the story of Tom Simpson, Embankment Run Club, We Are Repairs, and more...
Left Magpie January 2025: So Near and Yet so Far
Wed 31 Dec 2025Our Notts County columnist Julian McDougall, is back with a report of the festive period at Notts County FC...
All is wells: a story of community planting in St Ann's
Wed 31 Dec 2025Pondering what’s giving him the positive feels going into 2026, our Environment Editor takes a walk (or more likely a cycle or skate) down St Ann’s Well to tell a small but inspirational tale of hope.
Ay up me duck, best gigs, and The Park Estate: Talkin' with the Thompsons
Tue 30 Dec 2025Nottingham's most opinionated greengrocers on their best gigs of the year, The Park Estate and the origins of 'ay up me duck'
Surrender To It: the homegrown Notts feature film coming in 2026
Mon 29 Dec 2025Founded by Nottingham Television Workshop alumni Tim Bryn Smith, The Nottingham Actor’s Workshop has for fifteen years been an acting training ground for local people, whether their ambitions are professional, personal or somewhere in-between. In 2026, they’ve got a new project on the way – Surrender To It – a full length feature film, blending comedy, adventure, surrealism, and drama, written and directed by Tim himself, and set for release on global streaming platforms. Tim tells us more…
Food review: terrific tapas at Vaso
Sun 28 Dec 2025Vaso is Nottingham’s shiny new tapas and wine bar – our food co-editor Julia, AKA The Nottingham Food Guide on Instagram, was first in line to check it out.
Food review: superb small plates at Piccalilli
Sat 27 Dec 2025For a year Cannon Court’s Piccalilli has been making its name with a menu packed full with unique takes on the British small plate. We went to see what the fuss was about…
The LeftLion music awards: what we loved in 2025
Tue 23 Dec 2025From thriving new venues to an abundance of local talent gaining national exposure, 2025 proved that our city is one of the best in the country for breeding and platforming exceptional musical talent. With this in mind, we thought we’d celebrate with some end-of-year awards – championing the best local releases and gigs to happen this year in Nottingham. Voted for by our music team, here’s what stood out in the Notts music world in 2025…
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