Location: Nottingham
Top Things to do in Nottingham
10 Free Things to do in Nottingham That You Shouldn't Miss
This town in the very center of England is perhaps best known for its association with the legend of Robin Hood. The men in tights are long gone, though—today, you’ll find a modern city with a fantastic playhouse, ice hockey arena, and many, many shops and clubs.
Restaurants in Nottingham
1. William Booth Birthplace Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Independent museum and historic house. Open by arrangement, generally Tuesday-Thursday, but please call or email in advance to arrange to avoid disappointment. Open other dates and times for special events.
Reviewed By I_love_Drumnadrochit - Southern Queensland, Australia
We were delighted to visit this world-class museum. Julie was so helpful, and provided many extra insights into William and Catherine Booth's lives and ministry. Her knowledge was fabulous. We were thrilled to see many precious items belonging to the Booths, and Julie even arranged a visit for us to the nearby church where William was christened.
2. St. Mary's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 150 reviews
Situated in the original Saxon settlement called Lace Market, this is the oldest Christian Foundation in Nottingham. In addition to Sunday services and Wednesday choral evening song the church is open daily 10am to 3pm and is available for compatible outside events hire.
Reviewed By Roseizz - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Interesting building with beautiful stain glass windows. Used Knave for craft market with some very good crafts.
3. Green's Windmill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
Green's Windmill is a restored 19th Century tower mill, once home to mathematical physicist George Green. Turning again since 1986, climb to the top of our windmill and see how our sails turn grain into flour. In our interactive Science Centre discover the remarkable story of George Green, and experiment with light, electricity and magnetism. There's something for all the family!
Reviewed By salks - Sheffield, United Kingdom
This may be small, but between the science centre and the windmill itself, it kept my two boys (8 and 4) happy for a couple of hours. We paid a couple of pounds for the age-targeted treasure hunts which they each enjoyed completing. I found it really interesting too, George Green is the most influential mathematician you've never heard of and I loved climbing up through the working mill - how often do you get the opportunity to see a traditional mill grinding flour? Really impressive. Excellent value for money - and there is a big children's playground on the same site so they can go for a run around and a leg stretch afterwards.
4. Wollaton Hall and Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,926 reviews
Wollaton Hall is one of the country's finest Grade One listed Elizabethan mansions, set within 500 acres of beautiful parkland. Experience stunning architecture, exhibitions, a packed events program and an array of wildlife. Go behind the scenes on a variety of guided tours available throughout the year and on demand for groups. Other special events include costumed tours, puppet shows, craft fairs, Segway tours and our popular spooky Ghost Nights (not for the faint hearted!). Visit the Cafe in the Courtyard for light refreshments including freshly ground coffee, specialty teas and home made cakes.
Reviewed By davidsH1722LB - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Being Nottingham family we must have visited Wollaton Park literally hundreds of times. And while a little more TLC wouldn’t go amiss from the City Council, or a good deal more respect for the park from its visitors, it’s still arguably Nottingham’s finest visitor attraction. From its small natural history museum (housed in the historic Wollaton Hall which incidentally doubled as Wayne Manor in the Dark Knight Batman blockbuster), to its equally historic Camillia House and gardens, through to its picturesque lake and herds of roaming deer, Wollaton Park is an all things to all people, something for everyone of every age location. Add to this huge swathes of grass, numerous walks, vast expanses of open space, shaded glades, numerous views, adjoining golf course, ample seating areas, a cafe, and farm and souvenir shops and a kiddies adventure playground and it’s just the place to take the kids, walk the dog, take elderly parents or simply walk, sit around and enjoy. Not only that but if you arrive on foot it’s free and even if you park it’s only £3 so hardly breaks the bank. Check the website though because in the warmer months the park hosts numerous events from car exhibitions to huge weekend pop concerts.
5. New Art Exchange
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
New Art Exchange (NAE) is a contemporary visual arts space in Nottingham that celebrates the region's cultural richness and diversity. The venue presents an ever-changing programme of art exhibitions, creative activities for families and young people, film screenings, symposiums, lectures, festivals and a live performance programme of music, dance and theatre. Entry to NAE is FREE!
6. Highfields
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
Reviewed By Oyesola - West Bridgford, United Kingdom
Beautiful big park with lots to do. You have the lake, the adventure golf course and a kiddies play area. Very big and had a lot of groups but with enough space between everyone. Lots of dog walkers and cyclists. An ice cream van was parked there too. Next to the University of Nottingham. If you go on a busy day like we did, parking may be an issue. I definitely recommend this park.
7. Bestwood Winding Engine House
8. The Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 297 reviews
Reviewed By tushar_pai - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
We were staying at the Premier Inn on Goldsmith Street and the arboretum was two minutes walk away. On one occasion we took a tram from Old Market Square and got down at the High School stop at the top of the hill. We entered the Arboretum from the entrance at the top and then walked down to the Waverley street entrance opposite the cemetery. From the top we were able to go across to the Bandstand and then round this lovely green space to the Chinese Bell tower from where we reached the aviary. It’s a really peaceful place in the middle of the city close to the Nottingham Trent University and you Forest Rec ground.
9. Nottingham Castle Wharf Canalside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Wanderer191255 - Southport, United Kingdom
Lovely walk along the canal side with lots of wildlife saw a heron, Canada geese,ducks and moor hens with chicks. There were a steady flow of walkers, cyclists and boats on the water.
10. Stonebridge City Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 201 reviews
Stonebridge City Farm is a small slice of the countryside in the heart of the City of Nottingham! Open throughout the year and accessible to all, our Farm offers everyone the chance to get up close to our animals with feeding and small animal handling. You can take a walk on the wild side through our gardens and wildlife areas. Finish off your visit with cakes and meals created from our own or locally sourced ingredients. Our Farm takes pride in providing placement and volunteering opportunities for those experiencing difficulties including mental and physical, and learning disabilities.
Reviewed By Charlotte_Lottie23 - Derby, United Kingdom
Visited at the weekend as we had an hour to spare before lunch. Lovely little farm ran by volunteers. Full Covid-19 rules in force, staff were very helpful and informative about what to do and the systems in place. A donation is asked which you can be done by phone. Lots of animals to feed and a nice play area for younger ones. Lovely little place to support local areas and was lovely to see the kids off the local estate volunteering.
