You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from enviroenergyuk: RT @NottinghamTrend: #DidYouKnow? ~ #Nottingham is the most energy self-sufficient city in the UK ~ Roy couple of minutes ago Harr_Ferguson: @funtabulousrose Great. TY. Harry.ferguson@Nottingham.ac.uk couple of minutes ago Keith_M_UK: @TherealRVD Will you be coming to Nottingham on the next TNA tour? Vs @TNA_AjStyles would be awesome! 2 minutes ago World / Europe / England / Nottingham | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect The restoration of the charming Lace Market conservation area, and a host of new shopping and leisure developments in the city centre have given the city of Nottingham an exciting makeover. A major new contemporary arts centre will also open in spring 2009. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency Pound Sterling (GBP) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language English Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Warm rather wet summers, cold winters Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 44 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 220V (UK-style 3 pin plugs) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety Free National Health Service. EU citizens should obtain a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in England. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Nottingham touch down at East Midlands Airport, located 13 miles southwest of Nottingham off the M1. The airport is served by Skylink buses (£5 one-way), which operates regular services to Nottingham, with journey times of 40 minutes. Taxis (£30) are readily available, and journey time to the city centre is 20 minutes. The installation of the Nottingham Express Transport (NET) tram system in 2004 has improved access around the city. The town centre is very accessible by foot. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Nottingham Castle Museum & Art Gallery Nottingham Castle Museum & Art Gallery: Perched on Castle Rock with superb views across the city, Nottingham's 17th-century castle is steeped in history and synonymous with the Robin Hood story (see below). Today, it is home to a museum and art gallery, and flower-filled gardens for family picnics. Address: Castle Place, Castle Road Post Code:NG1 6EL Tel No:00 44 115 915 3662 Galleries of Justice Galleries of Justice: There has been a court on this central Lace Market site since at least 1375, and the building housed both the courts and city prison in the 18th century. Today, it offers a grimly compelling insight into crime and punishment through the ages. Spooky evening ghost tours are new for 2008. Address: High Pavement, The Lace Market, Nottingham Post Code:NG1 1HN Tel No:00 44 115 952 0555 Robin Hood Trail Robin Hood Trail The new interactive audio trail, "In the Footsteps of Robin Hood", retraces the trail blazed across Nottinghamshire by Britain's favourite outlaw. The tour takes in seven key sites, including Sherwood Forest and Edwinstowe village, where, according to the legend's happy ending, Robin and Maid Marian were finally married. Listen to the soundtrack whilst driving the trail, or consult the audiovisual displays at each location to bring the legend to life. Address: Sherwood Forrest, Edwinstowe, Mansfield, Nottingham Post Code:NG21 9HN Tel No:00 44 115 962 8300 Quick Lunch - World Service With its opulent feel and Asian artworks, World Service is consistently tipped as one of Nottingham's best eateries. Slick lunch service and impressive wine list. Address: Castlegate Post Code: Tel No:00 44 115 847 5587 Top Table - Sat Bains Restaurant with Rooms The region's only Michelin-starred eatery, Sat Bains Restaurant with Rooms is the place for a dinner to remember. There are nine tasteful on-site rooms if you fancy making a night of it. Address: Lenton Lane Post Code: Tel No:00 44 115 986 6566 Cheap Eat - The Malt Cross The Malt Cross is a lively spot for good coffee, all-day snacks and fairtrade produce. Check out the art gallery at the back. Address: 16 St James's St Post Code: Tel No:00 44 115 941 1048 On Business - Hart's Hart's is a smart, modern hotel with castle views, sleek rooms and a well-established restaurant. Upstairs at Harts offers private dining and meeting room space. Book now Address: Standard Hill; Park Row Post Code:NG1 6FN Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - The Lace Market Hotel The Lace Market Hotel offers five-star facilities in a traditional setting. Rooms are comfortable and spacious with city views. Sip cocktails in the Saint Bar before enjoying a slap-up dinner at Merchants Brasserie. Book now Address: 29 31 High Pavement The Lace Market Post Code:NG1 1HE Tel No: Cheap Sleep - The Strathdon Hotel A good-value option in the city centre, The Strathdon Hotel has 68 guestrooms, free wi-fi Internet access, and in-house dining at affordable prices. Book now Address: Derby Road Post Code:NG1 5FT Tel No: Coffee And Chat - Broadway Media Centre The bustling cafe-bar at the Broadway Media Centre (14-18 Broad St, 00 44 115 952 6611) is the in place to people watch and gossip over espresso. Address: 14-18 Broad St Post Code: Tel No:00 44 115 952 6611 Formal Presentation - The East Midlands Conference Centre The East Midlands Conference Centre (EMCC) (University Park, 00 44 115 846 8000), located on the Campus of the University of Nottingham, features a conference theatre for up to 550 delegates, a banqueting suite and four meeting rooms. Address: University Park Post Code: Tel No:00 44 115 846 8000 Evening Drinks - Ye Old Trip to Jerusalem Find a quiet corner and soak up the atmosphere at Ye Old Trip to Jerusalem (1 Brewhouse Yard, 00 44 115 947 3171), England's oldest pub (1190 AD). It's a no-nonsense boozer for real ale and straight talk. Address: 1 Brewhouse Yard Post Code: Tel No:00 44 115 947 3171 Print City guides Leeds-Bradford London-Heathrow Manchester Newcastle Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
