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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…

X Factor Auditions in Nottingham: This is Not a Drill

Spare your neighbours’ ears and flex your vocal chords in front of a panel of judges instead. X Factor 2019 open auditions are coming to Notts, so it’s time to show ‘em how much talent lies in this citeh.

Ayup Duck: The Latest Nottingham News

What's been rufflin' Ayup Duck's feathers this month? 

Live Music Review: TOY at Rough Trade Nottingham

We love a Rough Trade live + signing gig, so we got down there for TOY...

The Best Vegetarian and Vegan Food in Nottingham Presented by GorgeUs

Sam Nahirny yams some of the best plant-based scran the city has to offer...

Help The University of Nottingham Create a Hoodtown Themed Periodic Table

Tuesday 29 January marked the beginning of the international year of the Periodic Table, and the University of Nottingham are planning on celebrating in true Notts style…

An Evening With Michael Foale

Michael Foale, born in Lincolnshire, has been into space 6 times and was the first Brit ever selected by NASA. Our Gav wanted to be an astronaut so he went down to hear what Michael had to say.

Nottingham Bands and Artists - Send Us Music!

Want your music reviewed in LeftLion? Read on...

5 Things to Know About Nottingham's LGBT+ Community

Nottingham is a great place to go out. Although the city has a thriving LGBT+ community, it can feel impossible to find. So here are a few pointers about coming out in Notts…

5 Nottingham Albums to Listen to in 2019

All the good stuff for your tabs from some cracking Notts musicians...

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...

Tentacles is a Creative Collective for Disabled and D/deaf Writers in Nottingham

Tentacles takes place at Nottingham Playhouse on Wednesday 30 January, 5pm.

6 Nottingham Acts to Check Out at Beat The Streets 2019

We’re always chuffed to call Nottingham home, but there are certain moments where we’re bursting with pride, and Beat The Streets is one of them. It’s a one-day, multi-venue charity festival taking over the city on Sunday 27 January, aiming to raise vital funds to support homeless people in need. Off the back of 2018’s hugely successful inaugural event, Nottingham will again host more than eighty national and local acts playing across 10+ stages in venues across the city centre. All proceeds raised from ticket sales, merchandise and bar sales in DHP venues will be donated to local homeless charities, including Framework Official Site. Here’s who we’ll be queuing for this year...

Nottingham Wimpy Owner Akram Malik on the Closure

With the developments at Broadmarsh set to take place any day now, Nottingham's beloved Wimpy has been forced to close its doors after many years of fast food restaurant service in the city. We hit up franchise owner Akram Malik to find out his memories of the place...

Two People and a Wheelchair User

"Two people and a wheelchair user." This was once said while we were booking a table. I laughed it off, just happy to be going out. I still knew that I was being pegged as the “other”. Even the term “disabled person” sounds like we’ve been deactivated. “Invalid” sounds like we’ve failed at being human and should try harder next time. I can’t represent all “disabled people” any more than I could answer “what women think” questions as the only female on a discussion panel, but there needs to be a conversation led by those directly affected by these barriers to inclusion. I’m gobby, so I’ll start.

Humans of Nottingham

Urban Scot aka Peter McConnochie, has been documenting the people of Nottingham for the last eight years. He started his 100 Strangers project on Flickr, and ended up walking the streets for up to ten hours a day looking for people who grabbed his attention. He’s still mining characters from the crowds for a new project called Be My Subject, so watch out. He might just stop you for a pap one of these days…

When Laurel and Hardy Came to Nottingham...

To celebrate the release of Stan & Ollie, we take a look back at the time legendary comedy double-act Laurel and Hardy spent Christmas in Nottingham... 

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...

Broken Witt Rebels Talk Recording Albums and Gigging in Nottingham

We spoke to Brummie band Broken Witt Rebels about making music and gigging in Nottingham...

Snap Notts: Waterfront

This month, our poet took inspiration from the canal...

Ayup Duck: The Latest Nottingham News

6 Banging New Year's Eve Parties in Nottingham

It's time we see this bogger out in style....

The Story of Peter Pan Author J.M Barrie

His writing is world-renowned, his creations unforgettable. But there are some things about author and playwright J.M. Barrie that are not so well documented, including his brief stint as staff writer at a Nottingham newspaper. We take a deep dive into this strange, implacable man, his time in Nottingham, and the unsavoury rumours that surround him...

5 Community Christmas Dinners in Nottingham

Christmas is a funny ol’ season. Although its celebrations can often provide lots of laughs, the C word can also be stressful for many who feel lonely at this time of year. Whether you’re looking to get into the giving spirit and help out, or just want to enjoy Christmas with others, here are some community dinners happening in Notts...

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…