Nottingham - Things to know

New to Nottingham? Here's a few snippets of information...

Sitting upon the river Trent, Nottingham has a population approaching 1 million people which makes in the 7th largest urban area in the UK.

In the centre of Nottingham you will find the Old Market Square. Recently refurbished in 2007, this 22,000 square feet of open space forms the largest square in England. Standing 200ft tall and overlooking the square is the flood-lit Nottingham Council House. This can be seen from miles away and is home to the Exchange Arcade high class shopping centre. Other shopping areas include the Victoria Centre and Broadmarsh shopping centres and also an area of Nottingham city centre called Hockley. Hockley is home to some of the more independent retailers, cinemas and bars.

Maid Marian Way, one of the main roads through Nottingham is home to the Tales of Robin Hood - a visitor attraction taking it's visitors back in time to experience the life of people around the time of Robin Hood. Around the corner is Nottingham Castle, the Albert Hall, Theatre Royal, Nottingham Playhouse, and many many more attractions and leisure facilites.