Experience Sherwood Forest
Edwinstowe 4 hrs
Walk among ancient oaks and imagine Robin Hood's adventures in his legendary stomping ground.
Where to stay
Hotels in Nottingham
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Centre
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 10-15% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Nottinghamshire Pudding
Stilton Cheese
Pork Pie
Fish and Chips
When to visit Nottingham
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cold, often grey
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Feb45
Chilly, some sun
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Mar55
Cool, spring starts
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Apr65
Mild, pleasant showers
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May75
Warm, blooming gardens
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Jun80
Pleasant, longer days
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Jul85
Warmest, peak season
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Aug85
Warm, summer events
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Sept70
Mild, autumnal feel
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Oct60
Cool, colourful leaves
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Nov50
Chilly, festive lights
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Dec40
Cold, festive markets
Things to do in Nottingham
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Wander through Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Wollaton 3 hrs
Explore the stunning Elizabethan mansion and its extensive deer park, a natural oasis.
Discover the Lace Market
Lace Market 2 hrs
Stroll through the historic district with its Victorian warehouses, now home to boutiques and cafes.
Best in the evening
1 place
Visit Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem
City Centre 1 hr
Drink in England's oldest pub, carved into the rock beneath Nottingham Castle.
Any time of day
3 places
Explore Nottingham Castle
City Centre 3 hrs
Discover the historic castle, museum, and art gallery, linked to Robin Hood.
Descend into the City of Caves
City Centre 1.5 hrs
Journey beneath the city streets through a vast network of man-made sandstone caves.
Explore the National Justice Museum
Lace Market 2.5 hrs
Delve into the history of law and order in a former Victorian gaol and courtroom.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Nottingham
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Nutty Nottingham Walking Tour
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Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour
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Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour
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Activity tour
Private Immersive Play Wall Experience in Nottingham
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Activity tour
Nottingham Quest: Self Guided City Walk & Immersive Treasure Hunt
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Standard tour
Medieval to Modern: Self Guided Tour of Nottingham's Architecture
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A Story of Discovery, Education and Remembrance
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Maid Marian and Robin Hood Self-Guided Tour in Nottingham
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Practical ratings
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Near Nottingham
Straight-line distance from the centre of Nottingham.
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