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Out of Time: Tim Birkin and the Bentley Boys

Mon 22 Jun 2020

Refusing to follow his father into Nottingham’s lace industry, Sir Tim Birkin’s eclectic life was full of exhilaration and tragedy, from flying planes in World War One to becoming one of the most famous names of the Vintage Racing era...

Black Lives Matter Banner Unveiled on Nottingham Council House

Mon 15 Jun 2020

The banner was unveiled by Next Gen Movement and the Lord Mayor of Nottingham, Councillor Rosemary Healy

Nottingham's Anti-Racism Protest in Photos

Mon 08 Jun 2020

On Sunday 7 June hundreds of people joined the ongoing fight against racism in a protest at the Forest Recreation Ground...

"This is the people against racism’’ - Writer and Musician Jack Benjamin on Nottingham's Black Lives Matter Protest

Mon 08 Jun 2020

As hundreds of people gathered on Forest Rec to support the fight against racism, local musician and writer Jack Benjamin shares his thoughts on what the protest means, and how the day's events unfolded...

“All my life I’ve been taught that the police won’t help me” – Artist and activist Kay on George Floyd, police brutality and the ongoing protests in Britain…

Sat 06 Jun 2020

For many, the death of George Floyd was quickly contextualised as an American problem. Stories of racial profiling and police brutality have grown to become expected from a country that seems more divided than it has been in a generation, leaving many in Britain feeling disgusted at how things are done on that side of the Atlantic. But, as the events of the last week have shown, the illusion that issues raised from Floyd’s killing are consigned to the US has been roundly smashed, with thousands taking to the streets in eighteen countries around the world (as well as all fifty US States) to support the Black Lives Matter campaign, which is now considered the largest Civil Rights campaign in history. Growing up in the projects of Alameda, California to Eritrea-born parents, artist and activist Kay – who works under the name The Rainbow Prince – has seen the way police brutality and racism takes form on both sides of the pond, having moved to Nottingham six months ago. And as Notts gets ready to play its part in the movement with a protest on Sunday 6 June, we talk to Kay about why activism is important in the UK…

Out of Time: The Philanthropic Legacy of Florence Boot

Tue 26 May 2020

Florence Boot is fondly remembered for her numerous charitable acts that helped transform the lives of countless local workers, as well as the landscape of the city itself, during the early 20th century. In terms of a legacy, she’s been considered one of the most valuable assets in the history of Boots. What many don’t know, however, is that her position of equal partner in the family business was earned due to her relentless efforts to champion workers’ rights…

LeftLion Broadcasts at Nottstopping Festival

Thu 21 May 2020

This weekend we are part of Nottstopping Festival, a Bank Holiday extravaganza celebrating and connecting Nottinghamshire. Here’s what you will see over the weekend on our Facebook page…

NHS @ 70: The Organisation Collecting Your Stories, Memories and Opinions of the NHS

Sat 16 May 2020

Up until recently, it’s fair to say that many of us have been guilty of taking the NHS for granted. But as the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the country, stretching the health service to its absolute limits, you can’t help but feel that, as a nation, we’re finally starting to truly understand the value of what we’re lucky to have. One organisation was well-ahead of the curve on the appreciation front, however, as the NHS at 70: The Story of Our Lives project has been collating stories, memories and experiences of the NHS for a few years, and 2020 has seen them focus their attention on the East Midlands. We talk to Oral History and Public Engagement Coordinator James McSharry to find out more...

Splendour Festival 2020 Cancelled

Thu 07 May 2020

Nottingham's annual music festival at Wollaton Park has been cancelled due to coronavirus, but a 2021 date has been announced.

Nottstopping Festival: Everything You Need to Know About the 150 Hour Live Stream

Wed 29 Apr 2020

The creative, charitable, community loving bunch at Light Hustle are back with another virtual fundraising festival to entertain us lot living through lockdown - this time it’s in support of our key workers. Keep checking this page for updates from the team as we get them, ahead of the event on 23 and 24 May.

Isolation Fest 2020: We Shall Overcome Festival review

Wed 22 Apr 2020

Our Community Editor, Caroline Barry, swapped tents and portable toilets for oven chips and home comfort as she checked out Isolation Fest 2020: We Shall Overcome Festival. Here's what she thought...

Historical Author Emily Brand: "I feel a sort of security in writing about real people who lived, loved and died, generations ago"

Mon 20 Apr 2020

Emily Brand is a local historian who’s been researching the Byron family tree and all its drama-sprouting branches. With a close look at life in the eighteenth century, her fourth book The Fall of the House of Byron is released this month. We sat down for a digital chat with the author to find out more...

Out of Time: Nottingham Doctor John Arderne, England’s First Surgeon

Sun 19 Apr 2020

As the most devastating pandemic recorded in human history, the Black Death decimated Europe in the 14th century, killing somewhere between 30-60% of the continent’s entire population. But amidst the death, misery and chaos, one Nottingham doctor named John Arderne blazed a medical trail that still sees him referred to as England’s first surgeon…

Nusic Advice Video: How to Livestream (For Musicians)

Mon 13 Apr 2020

Live Streaming has become even more important for musicians over this past few weeks. So - here's the headlines on how to get setup, both on a basic level (w/ your phone), plus a proper swish setup (cameras and that)...

4 Virtual Reality Exhibitions to Check Out in Nottingham

Mon 13 Apr 2020

Just because Nottingham's cultural institutions have closed their doors, it doesn't mean you can't check out what they've got to offer...

FourFour DJ Academy is Streaming A Virtual Festival Until 5am This Saturday

Sat 11 Apr 2020

Even while staying in, the team at Four Four still manage to keep us up ‘till the early hours with their mammoth online festival featuring Charlie Four Four, Matt Guy, Luke Nukem, Ark-S, Colombian Frank and more...

Fundraising Festival Goes Online: We Shall Overcome Isolation Fest

Tue 07 Apr 2020

Imagine a festival where the music is great, it’s dry and comfy, drinks are cheap and plentiful and the toilets are actually clean - our community editor Caroline Barry shares what’s in store at WSO Isolation Fest this weekend...

Live Music Review: The Big Moon At Nottingham Contemporary

Mon 06 Apr 2020

It’s amazing how much can change in the space of a month, isn’t it? Back in early March our Addie enjoyed a night of live music from The Big Moon at Nottingham Contemporary, following their previous intimate show at Rough Trade last January...

Download Festival 2020 Cancelled Due to Coronavirus

Fri 27 Mar 2020

Download Festival, the annual rock and metal event held at nearby Castle Donington has been cancelled this year because of Coronavirus.

Circle of Light and Hockley Hustle are Putting on a Livestream Music Bonanza

Tue 24 Mar 2020

Light Hustle – a marvellous collab between the Circle of Light and Hockley Hustle – was gonna take place on Saturday 4 April as part of the Youth Music Give a Gig Week initiative. However, it’s now going digital…

Beeston Film Festival Moves Online

Fri 20 Mar 2020

After the coronavirus outbreak the Beeston Film Festival will now be hosted on Facebook, meaning all the best international indie films will still be available for your viewing pleasure. We talk to John Currie, festival director, about what people can expect...

Preview: Beeston Film Festival

Fri 20 Mar 2020

Now in its sixth year, Beeston Film Festival has developed a reputation for showcasing the best in local, national and international cinema. Despite being an online-only event this year (for obvious reasons), the festival still promises to deliver a cracking line-up of films...