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We Had a Pint With the Brains Behind the Nottingham Ghost Walk to Celebrate Their 30th Anniversary

Thu 21 Sep 2023

Simon, Bryan, Tony, Lauren, and Jess joined us for a ‘quick’ pint in Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem to chat about the thirtieth anniversary of their popular and quite frankly terrifying Nottingham Ghost Walk…

We Chat to Virgin Radio UK’s Amy Voce About Her Time at Nottingham Trent University and Her Most Memorable On-Air Moments

Wed 20 Sep 2023

Before her voice became familiar across the nation thanks to her work on Gem 106 and Virgin Radio UK, broadcaster Amy Voce studied a degree in Communication Studies at Nottingham Trent University. We chat to her all about her connections to the city, her Two New Mums podcast, and her most memorable on-air moments…

Music Reviews: September 2023

Wed 20 Sep 2023

This month, we review the music of Seas of Mirth, Melonyx, Dan Ottewell, Office Goth, and Fat Digester...

Poetry Festival, Rollerdiscoing, Bat Walks, LGBTQ+ Comedy and More: Here's What's On This Week in Nottingham 17-24 September

Sun 17 Sep 2023

Get your skates on and get planning - there's a roller-disco, poetry, comedy, music and nature events all happening in Nottingham this week!

We Chat to Legendary Broadcaster Clive Tyldesley About Meeting Brian Clough and Studying at Uni of Nottingham

Sun 17 Sep 2023

World Cup ties; Champions League finals; England internationals: If you’ve watched a major game of football over the past five decades, you’ve likely heard the iconic voice of Clive Tyldesley commentating on said game. We had a chat with the legendary broadcaster about working in his beloved sport, meeting Brian Clough, and studying Industrial Economics at the University of Nottingham…

In Photos: Nottingham Jazz Festival

Sun 17 Sep 2023

With Peggy's Skylight situated in the heart of Hockley, Nottingham is a great city to be a fan of jazz music. And now the Nottingham Jazz Festival has been added to the city's festival circuit, it's become an even better place for fans of the genre...

After 30 Years as a Tour Guide, Ezekial Bone Tells Us What Robin Hood Means Today

Fri 15 Sep 2023

In a city steeped in legend and lore, where history and myth intertwine seamlessly, the story of our rebel outlaw Robin Hood remains strong after hundreds of years. Tour guide Ezekial Bone, a.k.a. Ade Andrews, has spent thirty years developing his craft, bringing legend (and truth) to the modern city. We had a chat to discover his thoughts on what the myth means today and what’s next in Nottingham’s story…

Stay Safe at University: Here Are Some Handy Resources for New Students in Nottingham

Fri 15 Sep 2023

Right now, you’re likely to have just moved away from home for the first time in your life, and for some of you, this will be your first time living in a city. Believe us when we say it’s normal to feel a bit nervous, you definitely aren’t the only one. But just know that there are plenty of resources available for you, which you should not hesitate to use at any point during your time here if you feel that you need to. Here’s some information that will help you to keep both yourself and your new friends safe as you navigate your new home…

Slamovision Poetry Slam Comes to Nottingham

Mon 11 Sep 2023

Eurovision is old news. If you are a budding poet, get involved in Slamovision this December

Gandeys Circus, Broadway’s Short Stack and the Bush Doctor Reunion: Here’s What's On In Nottingham This Week: 11 - 17 September

Sun 10 Sep 2023

This week, head to the circus, check out some live music, or sit back and watch a film...

We Discover the Roots of Nottingham Green Festival as They Celebrate Their 30th Birthday

Fri 08 Sep 2023

Nottingham Green Festival are celebrating their thirtieth outing this year (they started in 1991, but it’s a big birthday of sorts). Patrick Smith AKA VeggiesPat and Moby Farrands have been involved respectively since before, and near to its 1991 beginnings. We find out the roots of this pioneering fiesta, and why it’s so perennially popular.

Organisations You Can Get Involved With to Make Nottingham Greener and Cleaner

Fri 08 Sep 2023

Thanks to its love of solar panels and electric transport, Nottingham has become the UK’s most energy-self-sufficient city. That’s a title we are dead proud of, and we are always trying to improve and expand on what we’re doing – so much so that Nottingham City Council has launched a campaign to make the city carbon neutral by 2028, the most ambitious reduction target of any UK core city. But how can you help green up the place during your stay?

20 Bands You Won't Believe Have Played Rescue Rooms

Thu 07 Sep 2023

It may be tucked away out of sight in the shadow of Rock City, but few would disagree that Rescue Rooms is one of the best spots for catching live music in Nottingham. To celebrate its twentieth birthday, we look back at some of the most unbelievable bands and artists who have graced the stage over the past two decades…

Horror without Borders Film Course from Monstrous Flesh Coming to Nottingham

Thu 07 Sep 2023

Local film expert and Monstrous Flesh podcast host Clelia McElroy is launching a brand new course. She tells us all about it...

The Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Celebrates Its 60th Birthday

Mon 04 Sep 2023

On a soggy summer morning, we trundled down to the Attenborough Nature Reserve and caught up with Erin McDaid of the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Sat in their cafe, in the middle of a flooded gravel pit, we chatted about what came first (the reserve or David Attenborough), beavers, and their sixtieth birthday…

Cultural Festivals, Music Gigs and Going Back to Nature, Here’s What’s on in Nottingham This Week: 4 - 10 September

Sun 03 Sep 2023

This week you could be at a psychedelic party, having spicy South-Asian food or planting a sapling. Here is a list of our hot picks for the week…

Theatre Review: Heathers The Musical at Theatre Royal

Wed 30 Aug 2023

Heathers the Musical has gained something of a cult following since its debut Off-Broadway in 2014, moving to the UK’s West End in 2018. It’s easy to see why - colour-coded queen bee bullies, a brooding bad boy and a musical number called My Dead Gay Son that manages to be both vibrant and dark at the same time...

What’s Inn a Name? Find Out More About Some of Nottingham’s Most Iconic Pubs

Tue 29 Aug 2023

We all know the pub as a staple part of British culture, but they are less often thought of as excellent places to pick up a bit of historical trivia. Throughout Nottingham there are dozens of pubs commemorating people of the past who have led interesting lives. We thought we’d round up a few of our favourites so you can familiarise yourself with these local legends and famous faces.

A Medical Marijuana User in Notts

Mon 28 Aug 2023

Sativex, a cannabis based medicine, has been available on NHS prescription in the UK since 2010, and cannabis flower and oil have been available since the end of 2018. It helps me to manage my neurological condition and mental health problems better than pharmaceuticals, but there are massive problems with the prescription system.

From Art Shows, Music Gigs And Grand Productions, Here’s What’s On In Nottingham This Week: 28 August - 3 September

Sun 27 Aug 2023

This week is going to be a busy one for all the art buffs, music fans, theatre enthusiasts and film lovers…

Notts Filmmaker Derry Shillitto Talks Us Through His New AI-Inspired Feature

Sat 26 Aug 2023

The film explores the potential impact of AI in education...

In Photos: Nottingham Carnival 2023

Wed 23 Aug 2023

Take a scroll through this selection of photos as we join in with the fun and festivities of Nottingham Carnival...

We Take a Trip Around Sneinton Market Avenues, One of Nottingham’s Best Hidden Gems

Tue 22 Aug 2023

Sneinton Market has been home to businesses for nearly 150 years. What started as a market primarily known for selling crockery has blossomed into colourful avenues with a variety of independent businesses to explore. Krishita Kandoi takes a wander around the Market to catch the vibe of this Nottingham gem.