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The History of Robin Hood and His Links to The Green Man

He’s plastered on movie posters, book covers, bank logos and the sides of buses, but there is a side to Robin Hood that you may not be aware of. Today, Literature Editor LP Mills takes a deep dive into the strange and ancient history of Nottingham’s best-loved outlaw, Robin Hood...

LGBTQ+ Notts: Drag Bingo, LGBTQ+ History Month at Broadway Cinema, and more

Caroline Barry has been gallivanting around Nottingham for all the incredible gay and gay-adjacent events. After finding out a bit of LGBTQ+ history at National Justice Museum and playing with some balls at Rough Trade, she’s got her big gay diary out to make plans for February…

The History of Wrestling in Nottingham

Pro wrestling has had a bit of resurgence of late. With Notts lad Gabriel Kidd appearing on ITV’s World of Sport, and Nottingham Contemporary hosting a sold-out Spandex Ballet back in September, it’s fair to say there’s something stirring in our city when it comes to the sport. Here, we delve into the history of wrestling in Nottingham, and take a look at who’s flying the flag these days...

The History of Nottingham Cattle Market

A fire at the Cattle Market in November wrecked four buildings and damaged several more. But it could have been worse. We went down to see what Notts would be missing if the whole thing had gone up...

A History of Factory Work in Nottingham

Converted factory buildings can be found on every corner of Nottingham. The machines may be silent and the buildings now repurposed, but the work undertaken inside those factory walls have left a lasting impression on the city. In more ways than one…

The History of Canning Circus

Six roads meet at Canning Circus, ferrying people up and down the hill, and out into the splintering streams of the city. This meeting of flows has deposited centuries of memories on the land around it, so we take a closer look at they’ve shaped the delta we see today...

A History of Science in Nottingham

This humble little city we all know and love is steeped in history. No matter where you are in the world, the utterance of the word “Nottingham” will instantly draw replies of “Ah, Robin Hood?!” And while everyone is familiar with our bow-wielding outlaw, Nottingham has been party to many heroes throughout the ages, some of which were clad in lab coats, not tights...

The Nottingham Hidden History Team Have Saved Many a Cave From Destruction

The Nottingham Hidden History Team, fittingly, have been around for yonks. Uncovering all sorts of tales about this city of ours, the organisation has saved caves from being destroyed in local redevelopment, and has held the torch up to many-a past goings-on. LeftLion Street Tales columnist and current member of the organisation, Joe Earp, gives us a little look-in to the origins of the team, and what’s driven them to lift the lid on Notts, for the past fifty years...

Film Review: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

The second prequel in JK Rowling’s wizarding world fails to capture the magic...

History of the Weird Midlands Episode Four: Mysteries of the Midlands

This is it, freaks and geeks! In the season one finale, the gang delve into all the wonder and weirdness they've come across in the last four weeks. Prepare for chills, thrills, and spills! Warning: Contains strong language and some serious spookiness. 

History of the Weird Midlands Episode Three: The Case of the Cotgrave Bigfoot

He’s big, he’s hairy, he lives in the woods bathing in his own filth. No, we’re not talking about LP. This week the gang hit the trail in search of the illusive Cotgrave bigfoot!

History of the Weird Midlands Episode Two: Aliens Over Clifton

The truth is out there, freaks and geeks! In today's thrilling episode, the gang turn their eyes to the skies in search of flying saucers and little green men. Warning: Contains strong language and some serious spookiness.

The History Boys – Thirty Iconic Goals in the History of Nottingham Forest by David Marples

Stephen Fry once said that he loves Abba because “they’re so much better than they need to be”. Apparently there are nine piano tracks on ‘Dancing Queen’, such was the attention to detail Bjorn and Benny put into the texture and production of their songs. What could’ve been throwaway 70s pop fodder became indestructible classics.

The Lives and Deaths at Newstead Abbey

The phrase is more burned out than the promiscuous Lord Byron’s pants, but Newstead Abbey is a “hidden gem”. Ten miles north of Nottingham and with over 800 years worth of history, this extraordinary estate may put a spell on you. With acres of romantic gardens and architecture to delight your inner goth, Newstead attracts many visitors; outside of Byron’s escapades, its monastic origins and centuries of spooky goings-on have fascinated many. From artefacts to ghost-story evenings, Byron is just the beginning of what this mysterious place has to offer. Buckle up for a history lesson that’s stranger than fiction...

History of the Weird Midlands Episode One: Ghosts of the A616

Podcasters beware, you're in for a scare! In the debut episode of History of the Weird Midlands, our hosts explore all that is ghoulish and ghastly in our haunted little corner of the world. Warning: Contains strong language and some serious spookiness. 

6 Nottingham Pubs with some History

The buildings may have changed, the people may have grown, but one thing has remained the same throughout history. We all love a right booze up in Notts and, as we’ve been drinking since before time began, we decided to round up our top places for a pint that remind us of the years gone by…

F for Film: James Gunn and the Age of Outrage

Our Screen Editor's take on Hollywood's period of insanity... 

A History of Nottingham Skate Spots

Get swotted up on the skate parks of past and present... 

A History of India in Test Matches at Trent Bridge

A History of Pride in Nottingham and The World

It’s always been more than a parade for the LGBTQ+ community. Pride is a celebration, remembrance, a protest and, above all, a chance to be visible. Here, we take a look back at how we’ve taken to the streets to be loud and proud over the years...

A History of India in Cricket ODIs at Trent Bridge

During the series against Australia, England cemented their place as the number 1 One Day International team in the world. With India arriving at Trent Bridge, we take a look back at the visitors' past record in Nottingham

A History Of England vs Australia at Trent Bridge

Australia arrive in town 2-0 down to England in the series but they have a great record in one day internationals at Trent Bridge - we take a look back at their previous meetings

Preserve Nottingham’s Caribbean History

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Nottingham Citizens Assembly – What Sort of Nottingham Do We Want to Create?

How can we make a difference to issues such as homelessness, modern slavery, air pollution and hate crime? We joined Nottingham Citizens – a diverse alliance of local communities – in the Albert Hall to discuss creating a safer, better city...

A History of the Bramley Apple Tree

Sometimes, Nottingham’s history can lead you down unexpected rabbit holes. This is one of them. Stretching from a young lady’s garden in the 1800s to the suburbs of modern-day Japan, right into a utopian future straight out of science fiction, this is the story of Nottingham’s most successful fruit: the Bramley apple.