Location: Nottingham
Top Things to do in Nottingham
10 Things to do Good for Kids 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. Holme Pierrepont Hall
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
The earliest built brick building in the county. Built by Sir William Pierrepont in 1500 and still lived in by his descendants, the house surrounds a Courtyard Garden of 1875 possibly influenced by Nesfield on three sides with the local Parish Church of St Edmund on the fourth.The East Garden which was laid out in 1973 has a winter flower garden full of snowdrops, aconites, daffodils and hellebores among other plants. The wild Tulipa Sylvestris which has been here since the 17th century flowers in the park.The house has family portraits and regional furniture and welcomes groups on guided tours throughout the year. The house is also available for weddings, meetings, seminars and other such events.
Reviewed By 2timelesstravels
We love Holme Pierrepont Hall, it's a brilliant place for a day trip whether you enjoy water activities or just taking in the scenery.
2. William Booth Birthplace Museum
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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.
3. Bulwell Forest Garden
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Welcome to our beautiful oasis, nestled in the quiet residential heart of Bulwell. Bulwell Forest Garden is a green space for the local community to come together through growing, playing, socialising, cooking, and caring for the land. We provide a wide range of gardening activities, centring around communal food growing, the creation of habitats for wildlife and environmental play for families
4. Green's Windmill
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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.
5. National Justice Museum
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4.5 based on 1,665 reviews
Based in Nottingham’s historic Lace Market, the National Justice Museum is housed in Nottinghamshire’s Grade 2 listed old Shire Hall and County Gaol. The Museum uses original Courtrooms, dungeons and prison cells, along with a number of more contemporary galleries to exhibit collections relating to justice, the law, crime and punishment in a fun and interactive way. When visiting the museum you may also meet a variety of colourful historical characters with different stories of justice to tell.
Reviewed By colino688 - Derby, United Kingdom
We really enjoyed out trip to the 'Galleries of Justice Museum' and the entrance fee was very reasonable. The exhibitions are interesting (I particularly enjoyed the forensics section) and every now and again you meet live actors who explain what life was like when the place was a prison. We also went into the exercise yard to watch the hanging and the witchcraft trail in the courtroom. My wife ended up in the dock which was fun. Despite calls from me to 'take her down' she did end up coming home with me!! There's lots of other things to do and a nice little cafe for a drink and a snack. We stayed about 4 hrs but could have stayed longer if we had of also gone on the architecture tour but my long suffering wife wasn't up for that. All in all a fun day out learning about justice old and new. One tip though, wrap up well if you go in the winter some areas are cold. .
6. Wollaton Hall and Park
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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.
7. Highfields
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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.
8. Nottingham Industrial Museum
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4.5 based on 220 reviews
Discover the people, companies and industries that made Nottingham famous around the world. Nottingham Industrial Museum has five galleries each relating to a key Nottinghamshire industry: textiles, transport, communication, mining and power. We have many wonderful artefacts and exhibits including a working Basford Beam engine and an original Thomas Humber Bicycle. And we are working to get more artefacts into working condition, so you can admire the local ingenuity and skills that went into Nottingham Lace and other exports. Through our collection, we encourage our visitors to investigate Nottinghamshire’s rich industrial heritage. We are entirely run by volunteers who are on hand to show you around and answer your questions. Adults £3 - Concessions and Students £2 - Kids go free - see website for discounted entry offers
Reviewed By O357EZians
Very interesting museum with a great number of working exhibits including a lace making machine, a faceless clock, a clock with only one hand, original steam beam engine (note this only operates once per month). Some machines are still used outside weather permitting (such as the Steam Ploughing Engines). The Celer car (until today I have never heard of this car, and I love cars!), which the museum believes to be the only surviving example was great and it was even entered into the London to Brighton run as recently as 2012, no mean feat for a car built in 1904 and from a total manufacturing run of just 4 cars!! The volunteers were very helpful and particularly informative. One downside is the number of flickering lights throughout the museum area, come on Nottingham City Council don't let a small part of the museum mar its otherwise great exhibits!! Overal a fantastic celebration of Nottingham's (and local surrounding area) indistrial heritage. Parking is not included in the entry price :-(
9. Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall
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4.5 based on 937 reviews
The Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall are 2 first class entertainment venues in Nottingham. Come and see top West End musicals and plays, opera and ballet, pop, rock and classical music, children's shows and side-splitting comedy.
Reviewed By DavePuls - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The Theatre Royal and Concert Hall are of course both amazing venues, but this review is mainly about Opera North. Such a privilege to be able to see a huge opera with full orchestra in Nottingham. They must have had 150 people in this production and although the tickets are expensive it's still good value. The whole opera was amazing and I'd highly recommend anything by Opera North, who do many performances here every year. Upper circle had good views. Not much legroom and not very comfortable seats, but it's worth it to see such a great performance in an iconic venue.
10. Bestwood Winding Engine House
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