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Positive Nottingham News from 2020

Sat 18 Apr 2020

We don’t want you to get too bogged down in the doom and gloom of it all without keeping one eye on the light at the end of the tunnel. There’s no doubt that 2020 has been a bit of a shocker, but it’s not all bad. Here are the positive news stories Nottingham has seen so far this year…

The Big Notts Quiz

Wed 15 Apr 2020

Seeing that we’re all stuck indoors, why not pass the time by seeing how much you know about our fair city? No cheating...

Nusic Advice Video: How to Smash Your Time in Lockdown

Tue 14 Apr 2020

We asked a load of NG faces their top three tips on how to stay sane and productive in lockdown - here's what they said. Well, those who got back to us...

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...

Interview: Electronic Music Open Mic Night Notts

Sun 12 Apr 2020

Nick Strang speaks with Stewart Cuthew, responsible for running Notts’ branch of events that swap the acoustic guitars for synths and buttons. If you’ve been exploring the art of production in lockdown, you might wanna show yer new skills at its next night when things are up ‘n’ running again. For now, have a read and learn about the unique creative community...

Free Activities from Nottingham's Galleries and Museums

Sun 12 Apr 2020

The closure of Nottingham’s galleries and museums has left a culture-shaped hole in all of our lives. Luckily, there are some fantastic creative organisations in the city that have developed an innovative range of free activities that you can try at home. There’s plenty to stimulate the curiosity and imagination of young and old alike – perfect for any budding scientists, artists, writers or performers.

Bless Our Hustle - The New Website for Self-Employed Creatives

Fri 10 Apr 2020

Quite a few of us have had our lives turned upside-down or, more specifically, outside-in, over the last few weeks. But for some their work, as well as their lifestyle, has suffered...

Yoga at Home Routine with Victoria Louise

Fri 10 Apr 2020

Being stuck indoors all day can have a hugely negative impact on both your physical and mental wellbeing, particularly during a time of so much anxiety and uncertainty. So we’ve teamed up with local yoga expert Victoria Louise to offer some simple moves that can help keep your body and mind on track…

£129m Support Package for Nottingham Companies Begins

Wed 08 Apr 2020

Nottingham City Council has now begun to make grant payments to thousands of businesses as part of a £129m package of support to local firms...

Your Disco Needs You! How to support Nottingham's LGBT+ Community

Tue 07 Apr 2020

It’s a bad time for many things at the moment as Nottingham remains in lockdown. There are so many jobs, performers, charities, communities and sex workers that are at risk...

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...

Bid to Recruit 1600 Care Workers in Nottingham

Mon 06 Apr 2020

Nottingham City Council is urging people to come forward to take on essential care worker roles during the Covid-19 crisis

Nottingham City Council Now Offering Food Parcel Service

Thu 02 Apr 2020

An army of council workers has begun distributing food parcels to vulnerable people isolating in their homes in Nottingham...

Nottingham Castle Trust Launches Voices of Today

Wed 01 Apr 2020

Nottingham Castle Trust are celebrating the city's proud history of rebellion, and want you to get involved...

5 Notts Things You Can Do From Home This Week

Mon 30 Mar 2020

We normally bring you our pick of events that you can pop along to in Nottingham - however, for obvious reasons we can’t do that. Instead, we’ve rounded up some cracking stuff you can do from the comfort of your home…

6 Items to Buy for Your Nottingham-Themed Cheeseboard

Thu 26 Mar 2020

With every passing day we're getting closure to sunshine and picnic weather. This year, we're gonna pass on shop-bought spreads and create our own, locally-sourced board full of Notts goodies. Here's what we'll be plucking from the shelves...

Nottingham City Council are urgently recruiting for Care Workers.

Thu 26 Mar 2020

These roles are on a Casual Assignment Basis and pay is £9.94/hour plus casual enhancement of 12.04%...

Ghost Town: Video of Nottingham City Centre During Coronavirus

Wed 25 Mar 2020

This video of a Nottingham City Centre publican walking his dog around the deserted city centre is strangely mesmerising...

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…

Nottingham in Lockdown

Tue 24 Mar 2020

Here's what all those busy streets in Nottingham City Centre look like when hardly anyone is in them...

Nottingham City Council pledges to support businesses during COVID 19 pandemic

Mon 23 Mar 2020

A message from Nottingham City Council to businesses in Nottingham at this time (and a few useful links so you know where to get the latest info from them)...