The Sights of Nottingham | United Kingdom
Nottingham in the East Midlands is distinguished by its rich history, making it one of the best cities in England to visit for those wanting to learn about everything from medieval England to the Industrial Revolution. Nottingham is also well known for the Robin Hood legend, which is well represented around the city, and in the nearby Sherwood Forest. Contemporary Nottingham features a wide range of sights, which range from a pub claiming to be the oldest in the country, art galleries, museums, and country estates. These attractions, and more, are discussed below:
Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem Inn
This pub on Maid Marian Way claims to have been built in 1180 AD, and while the date is difficult to measure, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem Inn is certainly one of the oldest in the country. Found in the centre of the city, its name references the Crusades, and the interior features sandstone rock caves.
Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem – The oldest Inn in England by Gabor Rozsa
Nottingham Contemporary
This art gallery in the Lace Market area of Nottingham celebrates contemporary art from around the UK. The outside of the building celebrates Nottingham’s historical distinction as the home of the lace industry with lace patterns around its structure. Exhibitions at the museum have included works by David Hockney and Frances Stark.
Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre
Located in nearby Ruddington, the Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre celebrates East Midlands and national rail services. It contains rolling stock examples, miniature railways, and children’s attractions.
City of Caves
An attraction found on one of the top levels of the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, these man made caves are open to the public, and demonstrate the various uses of the formation over the centuries. Tied to the nearby Galleries of Justice, these uses include tanneries, slums, and air raid shelters during WWII.
Nottingham Castle
Although technically more of a stately home than a traditional castle, Nottingham Castle contains some of the best architecture and art in the city, as well as a Robin Hood statue at its entrance.
Nottingham Castle, UK by Lee Haywood
The Lace Market
A quarter mile in the centre of Nottingham that represented the focus of the 19th and 18th century lace industries, this Market area is excellent for viewing Victorian and Georgian architecture.
Wollaton Park
A country house and estate in nearby Wollaton, this Park includes a natural history museum and an industrial museum, as well as parklands that can be explored by visitors.
Sherwood Forest
Famous for its associations with the legend of Robin Hood, Sherwood Forest was once a royal hunting ground, and is now a conservation area known for its natural beauty. A Robin Hood Festival is held every year. Walks, nature trails, and other events are also held during the year.
Robin Hood’s Major Oak Tree, Sherwood Forest, England, UK by Galli
Galleries of Justice
A museum dedicated to the history of justice in the city, the Galleries, sometimes known as Shire Hall, include exhibitions on court rooms, cells, and punishment.
Newstead Abbey
The home of poet Lord Byron during his lifetime, Newstead Abbey was a priory, and is now a museum and parkland site owned by Nottingham City Council.
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