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Out of Time: How Divine came to Notts

Wed 28 Oct 2026

Over the years, Divine has become one of the most instantly recognisable drag performers thanks to her iconic performances in John Waters’s camp classics, Pink Flamingos and Hairspray. She also had a pop career that took her on UK tours, including two performances in Nottingham.

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From the kitchen: With Dylan Dowling, head chef and co-owner at Pici

Tue 27 Oct 2026

We head to cosy pasta and small plates joint Pici for a chat with Dylan... 

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Beyond the senses: author Kerry Ward discusses her new publication This Book Will Make You Psychic

Mon 19 Oct 2026

The concept of having psychic powers beyond our physical senses is one we often associate with movies – a rare talent reserved for a special few – but can these abilities be learned? This Book Will Make You Psychic is a new guide by local author and professional tarot reader Kerry Ward, created for anyone interested in tapping into their psychic abilities. We sat down with Kerry to have a chat about mindfulness, intuition, coincidence, and what lies beyond our physical senses…

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Digging through the archives: 200 issues of LeftLion

Tue 13 Oct 2026

200 issues of LeftLion is a lot, to say the least. Back when co-founders, Jared Wilson, Al Gilby, and Tim Bates founded the mag in their 20s, both Notts and the world at large was very different, and lots of changes, and odd, unexpected parts of Nottingham culture, past and present, have been immortalised in our print mag. Here, we have a timeline for you – an alternate history of Nottingham culture, and some of the most intriguing things we’ve had land on our desks and in our inboxes, lots of which you might not expect… 

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Dabbling in the Dark Arts: we catch up with organisers of the Dark Arts Market

Mon 12 Oct 2026

It’s officially the spooky season, but for Fiona Holmes and Elyssa Fleming, the eldritch, strange and eerie is more than just an aesthetic that ends with Halloween. They talk to LeftLion about how they created The Dark Arts Market, a place where all ‘alt’ artists and creatives, at all stages of their creative career, can feel seen and supported. 

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Imara Charity Art Sale raises money for survivors of childhood sexual and domestic abuse

Wed 07 Oct 2026

Ahead of the Imara Charity Art Sale, which previews this Saturday at Broadway Gallery, Isabel Scott spoke to Imara Fundraiser Kirsty K to find out more about the important work of the charity and why you should spruce up your walls with some of the art they have on offer.

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Left Magpie: A Zip in the Data

Tue 06 Oct 2026

Julian McDougall, our resident reporter for all things Notts County FC, tell us what's going on for the Magpies over the international break...

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The Thompsons on Mansfield, The Death of Robin Hood, and vaccinations

Mon 28 Sept 2026

Nottingham's most opinionated grocers on Mansfield, The Death of Robin Hood, and vaccinations 

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Darren Simpson on his latest frightening folk tale: Lykewise

Sun 27 Sept 2026

Genre-hopping and Carnegie-nominated Darren Simpson has carved a unique space in folk horror with his new novel Lykewise. We sat down with him to unpack his inspiration, the journey behind its publication, and what scares teenagers these days.

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Common Ground: Alan Lodge's upcoming exhibition documents protests, parties and festivals over the last fifty years

Mon 21 Sept 2026

Opening this month at Bonington Gallery is Common Grounds: Counterculture & Confrontation since 1976, a retrospective of the work of Alan ‘Tash’ Lodge. One of the UK’s most prolific photographers of alternative lifestyles, Alan’s work gives a vivid first person insight into the new age traveller movement and the 90s free-party scene, raising questions about the right to gather, policing, surveillance and community.

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Gig review: Francis of Delirium at The Bodega, with Daisy Peacock

Mon 21 Sept 2026

Francis of Delirium brought energy of all flavours to The Bodega, warming up the room with their evolved grunge sounds, tales of love and obsession, and inspiring commitment...

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How to Handle Low Data Situations Using a Travel eSIM Abroad

Mon 21 Sept 2026

Loss of mobile data access while abroad can turn an exciting trip into a stressful ordeal. From navigation to emergency calls, mobile access supports nearly every critical aspect of international travel. Unexpected connectivity shortages strike at the worst possible moments, leaving tourists scrambling for quick solutions.

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Stage Interview: Dan Lewis on Tommy Cooper – Have I Got Time For More?

Mon 14 Sept 2026

A new show celebrating comedy giant Tommy Cooper visits Nottingham this November. Director, actor and producer, Dan Lewis, sits down with Left Lion to share the importance of being Tommy. Just like that...   

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How Much Does a Divorce Cost? Court Fees, Solicitors and Online Options

Mon 14 Sept 2026

If you’re trying to work out how much a divorce costs, there isn’t one figure that covers everything. You’ll usually need to budget for the court fee, any solicitor’s fees and, separately, the cost of sorting out finances or arrangements for children.

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Theatre Review: Till the Stars Come Down at the Nottingham Playhouse

Fri 11 Sept 2026

A wedding might bring everybody together. Beth Steel is much more interested in what happens once they are all in the same room...

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Stage Interview: Tracy Radford, artistic director at Unanima Youth Performance Academy

Tue 08 Sept 2026

The Unanima Youth Performance Academy supports people with learning disabilities, developing theatrical skills and creating opportunities to perform. And they have just been awarded a grant to take their work to new levels. Tracy Radford, CEO and Artistic Director, shares the story of their success with Left Lion... 

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Pick six: Notts folk artist Daudi Matsiko

Tue 08 Sept 2026

For this month's Pick Six we feature Notts folk artist Daudi Matsiko who plays at Sneinton Market's By Our Hands We Make Our Way in 19 September.

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Mansfield Town Film Festival 2026: in conversation with director Jay Martin

Mon 07 Sept 2026

Coming up later this month, Mansfield Town Film Festival provides a packed three day schedule of working-class voices, locally made films, live screenings, masterclasses, and Q&As. We spoke to festival director Jay Martin about representation, community and why Mansfield is putting the East Midlands firmly on the cinema map… 

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Folk legend: Jim Ghedi on his soundtrack for Michael Sarnoski's The Death of Robin Hood

Fri 04 Sept 2026

Sheffield musician Jim Ghedi has for years carved a unique corner of folk music, but now that he’s composed the soundtrack for a new film starring Hugh Jackman: The Death of Robin Hood, a lot more people will probably be recognising his name from here on out. He’s also playing a gig in Nottingham in October, so there was no better time for us to meet and chat with him… 

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Forged in Mansfield: local playwright Beth Steel on her play Till the Stars Come Down and going international

Sat 29 Aug 2026

Born and brought up in Warsop, playwright Beth Steel has seen her work performed in London, Tokyo, Mexico, Iceland, Peru and more.  What’s particularly brilliant about this is that they’re usually set in her hometown of Mansfield. She tells us more about her fifth play Till the Stars Come Down, which is coming home to Nottingham Playhouse one week from now …

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