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As we say round these parts, “Ayup.” You must be as sharp as a tack, having chosen this awesome place as your home for at least the next three years. As with any city, we would highly recommend having a nosey around and discovering all its quirks and charms. But we also realise that a helping hand to guide you through the basics and get you started is, well, helpful. Once you’re clued up, we promise that you’ll come to love Nottingham enough to call it your home. Far from your average student guide, inside this handy little booklet we’ve tried to create a way for you to experience the city like you’re a local. We’ll get you venturing down both the beaten and offbeat tracks so you can make the most of your time here. Or, you know, just advise on a mighty fine day out. There are stories from students who stayed in Nottingham after graduation, tips on what to do with

your parents when they inevitably come to visit, and important stuff to know when you get into a pickle. We’ve put together a handy, dandy translation guide for the Notts accent – it’s one of the hardest accents in the country to imitate, but you’ll be yackin’ with the natives in no time. Towards the back, you’ll find a full directory of all the best eateries, drinkeries and cluberies the city has to offer and in the middle we’ve popped in a vaguely accurate map of the suburbs of Nottingham. On top of the shedload of other handy bits to sink your teeth into, there’s our Nottingham Bucket List, so you can track your progress towards becoming a true Nottingham citizen. You’re welcome. Anyway, enough chat. Go on. Get stuck in. We’ll see you around and about. Ta-ra for now, duck.

CONTENTS

WELCOME TO NOTTINGHAM 2016-2017 17 HISTORY ’N’ STUFF A potted history of the fairest city of them all

22 FROM OUR HOOD

We’re a breeding ground for famous folk, here’s but a few

MATT BERRY

He’s proper funny, and he studied at Nottingham Trent University

27 NOTTINGHAM POLITICS Use your vote - three years is more than enough to get involved in what’s happening

10 LONDON GRAMMAR

29 TAKE THE PARENTS

14 NOTTINGHAM ACCENT

32 FESTIVAL GUIDE

57 DRINK

71 GAMING

65 EAT

73 CINEMA

68 Art Galleries

74 ALTERNATIVE DAYS OUT

The band who formed at The University of Nottingham and graduated into pop stars

Helping you get your head round the local vernacular

The places to de-thirst

We all do it, it’s just about where

Get your culture on and explore some of the city’s artistic talents

69 MUSIC VENUES

Nottingham likes it loud and proud. Here’s some of the best music venues in town

70 THEATRES

We’re not drama queens, per se, but we do love a good performance

A bit of damage control for when the ‘rents come to town

It’s a non-stop party all year round

Play time is not just reserved for kids

Even if you’ve got a projector in your gaff, you can’t beat a night at the flicks

Bored of the same old stuff? Step this way

36 MADE IN NOTTS

A whole heap of useful – and not so useful – stuff was made in Hoodtown

39 MAKE YOUR MARK

Shake a leg and have a crack at some of the best competitions Notts has on offer

41 FACE THE NUSIC

Some of the best artists the county has to offer, courtesy of Nottingham music gurus, Nusic

44 NOTTINGHAM BUCKET LIST

Only once you’ve checked all the boxes can you call yourself a true Nottinghamian

50 WOMEN IN NOTTINGHAM

We’re doing all we can to make sure our streets are safe. Knowledge is power

53 REGULAR CLUB NIGHTS

There’s a party every night of the week – you’ll never be bored again

55 INDEPENDENT SHOPPING AREAS

Step away from the chain stores, and get supporting local, independent business

42 SUBURB GUIDE

Life after halls – a handy guide to the urban jungle that has become your home

43 MAP

Kind of a map, kind of just pretty to look at. Pull it out and pop it on your wall

76 PARK LIFE

With so many green spaces, it’s easy to escape the hustle and bustle

77 HEALTH AND BEAUTY

Looks aren’t everything, but if you want to make a bit of an effort

79 SHOPPING

Capitalism is alive and well

9 STUDENTS WHO STAYED 13 19 31

When your time’s up at university, don’t just pack your bags and do one to the Big Smoke or back to your folks – Nottingham’s roads aren’t paved with gold but there are plenty of opportunities to forge a career here. Twelve graduates who have made Hoodtown their home tell us why they hung around.

CREDITS COVER Ian Stewart TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Alan Gilby EDITOR IN CHIEF Jared Wilson

85 HEALTH AND WELFARE

EDITOR Ali Emm

86 SPORTS

SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER Ash Dilks

Look after yourself, and each other

Football, ice hockey, rugby, cricket, basketball – we’ve got the works

DESIGNER Raphael Achache

EDITORIAL STAFF Lucy Manning Bridie Squires CONTRIBUTORS Sam Nahirny Mark Del PHOTOGRAPHY Ralph Archer Fabienne Burnett Natalie Owen ILLUSTRATORS Thomas Goodwin Lucella Jayne Becky Riley Archie French

MATT BERRY

interview: Jared Wilson

A comedy sensation, Matt Berry’s TV credits include The Mighty Boosh, The IT Crowd and Toast of London. From 1994-97 he studied a BA in Contemporary Arts at Nottingham Trent University. He talks us through his time here and how it helped shape the man he has become… You came to Nottingham to study Contemporary Arts. What kind of art did you create? It was mixed media so you could choose what you wanted to explore. We worked in lots of different mediums over the three years. I was interested in lots of different things, that’s why it appealed to me. Eventually I concentrated on my painting, but I also dabbled a lot in music. There were a lot of talented musicians on the course and we were able to incorporate that into our art too. Where in Nottingham did you live? I was in The Maltings in Basford in my first year. After that I moved to Gedling Road, opposite the Arboretum. I understand that a lot of the student accommodation nowadays is right in the city centre. That sounds a lot easier than it was in our day. Where did you go for a night out in Nottingham? I went to Rock City a lot. I’ve been a few times since then to play gigs and I’ve seen that they have these nineties Britpop nights, with massive posters of Jarvis and Liam Gallagher on them. But when I was there, Britpop was actually happening. It was an exciting time to be there, right in the middle of that era. I was also a regular visitor to a place called The Hippo [now House of Coco Tang] and a club called Beetroot [now defunct] probably more than anywhere else. Are you still in touch with any of your old university friends? Yeah, a couple of people. If you’ve had a good time at university, you do tend to stay in touch. A lot of them went on to become teachers. A friend of mine was studying costume and set design and is still doing that. The people who were in the arts have kept it going.

How do you think the university experience has changed since your time? The biggest thing is that it didn’t cost anything when I was there. All my paints and materials were free. Now, it costs an absolute fortune as you’ve got to pay for your tuition, your materials and your living expenses. The only positive is that it must make you knuckle down: if you’re paying out £9k a term, then you can’t take it easy. Each minute is costing you money so you really do have to make the most of it. Do you think your time in Nottingham has contributed to the person you are now? Absolutely. I can pinpoint the moment I decided I wanted to work in the arts full time. It was our first class together. The lecturer showed us a slide with a load of paintings and told us one of them was a red herring. He pointed to one and said “I did that. That was the last time I woke up with nothing else to do but make art. Enjoy yourselves and make the most of this opportunity.” It was a subtle warning, but I made my mind up that the arts was for me, that’s what I wanted to get out of bed for each day. His warning made a big difference to the rest of my life. What’s it like to see yourself on screen and see your characters have a life of their own? That’s what you want as an artist. I wrote Toast of London five years ago hoping that it might get a pilot. Three series later, I’m on stage collecting a BAFTA for best comedy performance. It goes from this idea in your head to something that’s out there in the public consciousness. It’s a huge honour. Matt Berry and The Maypoles, Rescue Rooms, Thursday 3 November 2016 themattberry.co.uk

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STUDENTS WHO STAYED My time at NTU was brilliant, the course was challenging and great fun. Like most arts courses, it was quite self-directed – you quickly learn how to become motivated and work with others. The guidance from my lecturers was great, I still keep in touch with quite a few. I also made some lifelong friends, including my wife.

David Baird

Photographer BA Hons Photography (Class of 2007) Nottingham Trent University

I was at university for six years: the first three were very formative, but it wasn’t until I did my placement in fourth year that everything started to make sense. The way the course worked allowed me to develop my own ideas about the integration of nature and the built environment within design. My time in the Rambling and Hillwalking Society, as well as field trips, shaped my view on nature and highlighted the importance of looking after our environment.

I didn’t realise it at the time, but I also built up a great network of contacts at university who now work all over the world. You have a fantastic opportunity at university, regardless of where you are

One of the best bits of my job is the variety of people I meet and places I get to go. From photographing the construction of new underground tunnels in London, to shooting bands at music festivals, there’s never a dull moment. I get to work with amazing people, like paralympian Richard Whitehead and fashion designer Sir Paul Smith, so I definitely can’t complain. david-baird.co.uk

I considered moving away after graduation, but I couldn’t refuse working for something that I passionately believe in. I’m glad I stayed. I feel we are really pushing the way people in cities can interact with nature to reap the benefits to their health and wellbeing, and creating really exciting places to live and work. While you’re studying, have a plant next to you – it can help you concentrate better and even improve the air quality around you. hostaconsulting.co.uk

Marketing Executive, Castle Rock Brewery BA English with Creative Writing (Class of 2012) Nottingham Trent University

Ed Higgins

Urban Landscape Designer, Hosta Consulting BA Hons Architecture (Class of 2014) University of Nottingham

My course offered the perfect balance of academia and creativity. The tutors were great, and my grades steadily improved over time as I had more freedom in my writing.

Liv Auckland

studying, to spend some time trying new things and meeting new people – work hard, but do socialise and network.

When I first came to look at Nottingham, my mum and I went to the Canalhouse for lunch. I got a bar job there, and after graduating I got chatting to a director of the company. He was impressed with my first class honours degree and as such they created a job for me. Four months later, my current job opened up. It’s odd to think that first trip to Canalhouse when I was eighteen led me here.

Sometimes I’ll realise that I’ve spent my entire day designing and writing – that’s pretty amazing. Our office has a good vibe; we work incredibly hard, but we laugh a lot. Plus, the dress code is relaxed which is ideal for an intrinsically scruffy person like me. You’ll have the best and the worst times of your life at uni, but when you walk across that stage and collect your certificate, there’s nothing like it. You have to do what’s right for you. I only went to Ocean once and I left after fifteen minutes, I’m quite proud of that. castlerockbrewery.co.uk

LONDON GRAMMAR interview: Sam Nahirny

The band known for their single Wasting My Young Years have done anything but. They met as freshers at the University of Nottingham in 2009, and three years later they managed to not only graduate, but land themselves a record deal. They’re now the proud owners of a platinum-selling debut album, If You Wait. Clever stuff. We spoke to guitarist Dan Rothman about the band’s time in the city... As a student, how hard was it to integrate into the local music scene? We were welcomed pretty much straight away. I remember going to Community Recording Studios (CRS) in St Ann’s with Trevor Rose a lot. Despite him not necessarily needing to help out university students, he was incredibly welcoming to us. He warmed to us very quickly and wanted to see what we were doing. We did a couple of shows with them and everyone was very good to us. Were there any venues in Nottingham that you particularly liked playing? I think the last show we did in Nottingham before we got signed was at The Bodega. I'd always wanted to play there because I've seen a lot of bands there and love that venue. We played there for Sounddhism and it was great. It was our first proper venue, in terms of it not being just a pub or club thing – a very exciting experience. How many songs on If You Wait were written while you were students here? A couple. Flickers was, and there were lots of early demos that were written in Nottingham too, but they didn’t all see the light of day. One of them we created a video for, and it was the song that got everybody’s attention. I remember sitting in Dot's room and practising this song over and over again, and the next day practising for a show in London. That was the gig we got spotted at, and then things just started to take this mad turn. My life has been very different since then.

Strong won the award for best song at the Ivor Novellos. What's your view on these kinds of ceremonies? Sometimes it's a cool thing to hate an awards ceremony. I don't have an issue with being given an award. The Ivor Novellos in particular is an awards ceremony that a lot of artists are quite proud of being involved in because it's very selective and, whether it's good or bad, it makes you feel quite special. More importantly, it focuses on and encourages songwriting; they seem to nominate young and independent artists, less pop-based artists. We were up against the Palma Violets, and The Maccabees had won it previously, both of whom we’re fans of. Have any Nottingham artists influenced your sound? Lots of bands and lots of music, any live music you see is great cos it's like fuel for writing, or makes you want to be successful with what you write. I do love Jake Bugg's music, but he wasn't a massive influence – he's very different from us. I remember going to see Liam Bailey and being very impressed by him. Who spends the longest time doing their hair before a show? It’s a toss-up between Hannah and me. Dot just wakes up and that is his hair, he never has to do anything. londongrammar.com

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STUDENTS WHO STAYED Nottingham’s got that buzz, student or not. Studying here put a rocket of selfbelief up my… skirt. I was shown theories, forms and literature I would never have come across if it wasn’t for the likes of people such as Adrian Buckner, David Kershaw, Nikki Valentine, Anthony Cropper, Cathy Bonfield, et al.

Georgina Wilding

Founding Editor, Mud Press MA Creative and Professional Writing (Class of 2015) University of Nottingham

My MA was five days a week – full-on in contrast to my degree, where I slept in until 1pm every day. But I loved it. On Fridays, we had to bring real stories and create a newspaper. Our lecturer would – constructively – rip us apart, and then we’d all go to the pub. The course led me directly to a communications job, and over eight years I worked with athletes and sports brands, writing press releases and planning marketing strategies in various communications and marketing roles. The skills from the course were applied in all of them.

The University of Nottingham is an institution that says yes and asks you how, rather than saying no and telling you why. This allowed me to believe that I could set up my own publishing house, and chase up the big dogs. They supported me every step of the way throughout my dissertation, which resulted in the birth of Mud Press.

Don’t listen to people who tell you where, and where not, to go. Discover your own gems, find that slice of Nottingham that’s yours. I guarantee you, it’s there. mudpress.co.uk

The playwriting happened on the side, but it developed my interest in people and storytelling. I love my job. When it’s going well, I get to be creative, express myself and to do what I want. I work alone a lot, but when I work with actors and directors it’s exciting, inspiring and eye-opening. The city is still such a mystery to me. I discover new things all the time. It’s dirty, beautiful and electric. Big enough to hide in, but small enough to feel like you belong. janeupton.com

Managing Director, Skeleton Productions BSc Applied Biology and MSc Entrepreneurship (Class of 2004) University of Nottingham

At university, I got involved with the student’s union, and also joined a few societies. I wouldn’t be in this job if it wasn’t for my degree – the business modules awoke my passion for entrepreneurship and led me to the MA, and to the people who I started up in business with.

Jane Upton

Playwright MA Newspaper Journalism (Class of 2004) Nottingham Trent University

I grew up in Barcelona, so I loved that Nottingham was a relatively small and friendly place. Plus, I could get to my family home in Spain in under four hours.

Jonathan English

The best thing about my work is the people, and their art. There’s no magic like the magic of a human with a passion, and I get to meet people like that every day. I didn’t choose to stay in Nottingham after I graduated, Nottingham kidnapped me. It stole my heart. I have Stockholm syndrome. I couldn’t leave: the city is mesmerising, I love it.

Nottingham. My job is really varied and we have a base of international clients, some as far away as Hong Kong. It’s also only a couple of hours to London, which really helps with meetings.

The UK economy has always been a good place for start-ups, and Nottingham is so affordable – which helped us to grow quickly. It’s thriving now, and although a lot of people finish their studies and think they need to move to London immediately, there might be better options on your doorstep. My video agency has ten members of staff, skeletonproductions.com seven of whom went to university in

NOTTINGHAM LANGUAGE AND Welcome to your beginner’s guide to the Nottingham language. Keep this handy translation kit with you on your travels around the city, and you’ll be sure to decipher the local vernacular in no time. Once you’ve covered the basics, why not test your fluency on the locals? ‘Appeh lonnin’.

USEFUL WORDS AND PHRASES Hello – Ayup Goodbye – Tarrar/Tattar Yes – Aye No – Nehhh How are you? – Ahh yow gooin’ on then? I would like… – Gizzsum

Something – Summat Here you go – Ee-yar Please – I beg yer Thank you – Ta Hot – Ott Cold – Code

Anything – Owt (pron. Oat) Nothing – Nowt (pron. Note) I am feeling unwell – Am a bit badleh You’re making me grumpy – Yer mekkin’ meh mardeh You/Yourself – Yow/Yersen Me/Myself – Meh/Mesen

THE HUMAN FACE Bonce Tabs

Gob

Tegs

LOCAL FOOD AND DRINK Cob

Musheh Peas

Nobby greens Watter

Tuffies/duddos

Guzgogs Taters

Sukka

GRAMMAR: AN INTRODUCTION GRAMMATICAL RULES 1

Where many English words end in the suffix –y, Nottingham’s take the form of –eh. This can also be applied to any words with endings involving an elongated ‘e’ sound. Wearing a particularly careless facial expression during oral delivery will help you blend in even further.

Examples:

And – H’and Hospital – Ospickle Remember: Occasionally, ‘t’ will become ‘ck’ e.g. bockle (bottle), keckle (kettle)

Examples:

Lucky – Luckeh Me – Meh

The heart of a word lies in its central vowel syllable. In Nottinghamish, watch out for the ‘ow’, which becomes ‘ah’; pronounced with your mouth gaping open to one side, plus throat rattle, for full effect. Pro tip: it’s not AR, but AH

Examples:

Like Rule 2, but where we were previously transforming bluntness into elongation, this time we will apply the reverse. The central syllable, ordinarily pronounced ‘ir/or/er’ in English, becomes a hard ‘o’. Place your hands on your hips when reciting these types of words (or wodds) to ensure people really listen to you.

Examples:

Bird – Bodd Hurt – Ott (Not to be confused with hot.) Remember: Pay attention to context and always ask if you’re unsure.

There are exceptions to this particular rule – conjunctions like the, that, then, etc. – but generally, the sound ‘th’ does not exist in Nottinghamish. Instead, it is replaced with an ‘f ’ or a ‘v’ sound. Stick your chin out as far as you can in order to get the ‘proper’ effect.

Examples:

Down – Dahn Round – Rahnd

This is one of the most confusing rules in the Nottingham language: If there is a H at the beginning of a word, lose it. If there is a vowel at the beginning of a word, add a H.

Thick – Fick Bothered – Bovvered

PRO TIPS ‘Duck’ and ‘Youth’ are terms of endearment! ‘Mam’ means ‘Mum’! ‘Bob’ is another word for ‘Poo’! ...but ‘Bob on’ means ‘spot on’!

ACTIVITEH Now, let’s see how much you’ve learned. Can you translate what Shelleh from Strelleh is saying? “Yow were dead luckeh not to get ott dahn Wollo Park; that bod could ‘ave took yer ‘and clean off and yow could ‘ave h’ended h’up h’in ospickle. Are you fick or summat?”

HISTORY ‘N’ STUFF Every city has a million stories to tell, a thousand characters whose legend will live on, and hundreds of quirks that help define it. Nottingham’s no exception but we reckon our stories, characters and quirks are some of the best around, without even mentioning Mr Hood... ORIGINS AND WHAT LIES BENEATH

PRODUCTIVITY

Areas of Nottingham have been inhabited since the Neolithic period – that’s at least 5,000 years before the big JC came along. It was known as Tigguo Cobauc in AngloSaxon times, which roughly translates as Place of Caves. It was only when the town came under the rule of the delightfully named Snot – a Saxon chieftain – that it became Snotingham. A snip of an ‘s’ and, well, Nottingham.

Back in the day, Notts was big in the manufacturing game. Wanted some stockings knocking up? We were your city, holding nearly a third of all the knitting frames in the country. Which explains why, when skilled labour was replaced by machinery during the Industrial Revolution, we were at the front of the Luddite revolt, with folkloric leader, Ned Ludd, said to be from Nottingham.

At the last count, we’ve record of over 500 man-made caves carved out of the sandstone beneath Nottingham, with more being discovered every year. Which sometimes makes us wonder, in our ignorance, how the city hasn’t collapsed in on itself. And how other cities got by without them: they were used by tradesmen and makers; for brewing and storing alcohol; as tanneries, air raid shelters, private drinking dens, and goodness knows what else. Some are open to the public, and the Nottingham Cave Survey website has amazing 3D scans and background on individual caves’ histories.

As the stocking trade declined, the lace industry moved forward. We were the centre of the world’s – yes, world’s – lace industry in the nineteenth century. A misnomer, the Lace Market has never been a market, and the impressive buildings that still stand were bustling places of industry, churning out miles of lace every year. The industry went into decline around WWI and was all but gone by 1950. Knickers to progress, eh?

SCIENCE

We’ve had some right eminent scientists hail from these parts. The first computer programmer was Lord Byron’s offspring. No, really. Ada Lovelace, the daughter of the mad, bad and dangerous-to-know poet was a nineteenth-century mathematician known for her work on Babbage’s Analytical Engine – her notes are recognised as the first ever algorithm. George Green, a Sneinton miller, left school at nine and didn’t pick up his studies again until he was thirty, when he delved into the mathematics behind magnetism and electricity, wave motion and the elasticity of objects. Green’s Windmill is his legacy, but so is the Green’s theorem and Green’s function, which are still applied in science to this day. Oh, and Einstein was a fan – quite the seal of approval.

TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS

We don’t condone swearing in this city but… oh, sod it, of course we do. We’ll even go to court over it, we love it so much. There was a famous obscenity trial at Nottingham Magistrates Court in 1974 for the display of the Sex Pistols’ Never Mind the Bollocks album in Nottingham’s Virgin store. Johnny Rotten attended in support, and helped celebrate as Virgin were found not guilty. Another trial that rocked the nation was the 1960 Lady Chatterley’s Lover Trial, when Penguin were charged with obscenity for publishing the work in its full ‘glory’. The trial was at the Old Bailey, but it was Nottingham potty mouth DH Lawrence who penned the rather fresh words that caught the authority’s attention. Ultimately, Penguin were acquitted and we can now swear more freely. Which is lovely, don’t you think? Rather.

NOTTINGHAM CASTLE

Our less-than-castle-y looking castle is not the original one built in 1086. The Norman castle was pretty important, with turrets, moats and all that, and was used by royalty and nobility until around 1600. Charles I used it to rally his armies at what was the beginning of the Civil War, but it was razed by opposition in 1651 after his execution. A Ducal palace was built on the site in 1678 by the second Duke of Newcastle, but that got burned to the ground in 1831 by rioters. An empty shell for forty-odd years, it was remodelled and opened to the public as the first municipal art gallery outside of London in 1878.

WHO’S THE ‘MAN’? THESE LOT...

Outside H&M is a plaque dedicated to one of Nottingham’s best-loved sons, Frank Robinson. Aka Xylophone Man. Frank busked for over fifteen years, bashing out the most tuneless of tunes on his toy xylophone (pedants: we know, it’s a glockenspiel). Despite the lack of musicianship, there was magic in his mad melodies and he brightened many a day with his joyful playing. You’ll be hard-pushed to miss Dave ‘Fish Man’ Bartrum pottering around city centre pubs in his white coat and hat, and – most importantly – his basket of fishy delights. He hits up about fifteen pubs a night and has been doing so for nearly fifty years. He’s a lovely bloke, so if you wear a hat, tip it to him. Another familiar sight is a fella wandering around with an owl on his shoulder. This, ladies and gentlemen, is Frank Shelton, Nottingham’s Owl Man. Don’t be shy, he loves a good chat and he’ll let you pet his bird, Kim, who we can confirm is softer than a baby kitten. words: Ali Emm 17

STUDENTS WHO STAYED University provided me with a wide variety of experiences – the most valuable of which was the opportunity to explore, learn about yourself, and gain a measure of independence along the way. I discovered photography at the end of my first term in 2008, and it’s now grown into my career.

Lamar Francois

Photographer and Archivist MSci Mathematical Physics (Class of 2012) University of Nottingham

I’ve always been independent and never been afraid to be adventurous. It was a massive move from Kent to Nottingham, but I soon made great friends and found my groove within the creative scene quite quickly. I loved every minute of my degree. I also volunteered, dabbled in different business ideas, took on a studio for my own practice, and worked with artist collectives. I stayed because I fell in love with the city, its people and its culture. At my three-story shop, Hopkinson Vintage, I get to buy things people couldn’t even imagine. I love the thrill of

Mathematical Physics helped me with the technical aspects of photography, from the inverse square law to exactly how digital sensors interpret light. This frees me to focus more on the artistic and expressive aspects of the medium. It also helped inspire a methodical approach to the work I produce.

Illustrator BA English, Media and Cultural Studies (Class of 2009) Nottingham Trent University

I chose to remain in Nottingham as I was already settled in the area and the city has quite a bit to offer in terms of the creative industries. picturedbylamar.co.uk

the hunt and discovering new, unusual stock – from spaceships to mermaids, shrunken heads to 15ft giraffes. At my business incubator and creative hub Cobden Place, I get to see the excitement in fresh new business ideas, as well as create opportunities and spaces for people to test and develop them. My degree taught me to approach things from a non-business perspective, take chances, and not to just accept that things have to be done one way. Think differently and colour outside the lines. hopkinson21.co.uk cobdenplace.co.uk

Liam Woodgates

Owner, Hopkinson Vintage and Cobden Place BA Honours Fine Art (Class of 2007) Nottingham Trent University

I went to university full time, as a mature student. The course was brilliant; it increased my vocabulary and expanded my mind. I learned a lot of theory that completely changed the way I see the media and society.

Emily Catherine

The best thing about being a photographer is having the opportunity to use your ingenuity to creatively solve problems. Not only that, but sharing new ways of seeing things and inspiring other people to do the same – that’s magic.

A lot of the work I do references popular culture. I learned more about what that means to people, and how the things we consume in the media affect us. The technical side of it has also informed the way I portray things, particularly tricking people into seeing something, even if you’re not providing it.

I do a lot of private commissions. Sometimes I’m asked to draw loved ones from old photos, or moments from someone’s life. I get to translate people’s ideas into a visual language, and what makes me happiest of all is that I get to draw and paint all day. I stayed in Nottingham because it’s a hub of creativity. In the last five years, it’s really kicked off, and the amount of funding and places you can practice art has really grown. It’s easy to find opportunities to get involved in here. emilycatherineillustration.com

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Nottingham may not be huge, but there are some massive names hailing from inside the city walls. From legendary historic figures to prime time telly actors, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a bit of everything...

George Africanus Former slave turned successful entrepreneur. 1763 - 1834

Bruce Dickinson Lead singer of Iron Maiden. 1958 - present

Paul Smith Fashion designer famous for his stripes. 1946 - present

Jesse Boot Chemist, philanthropist and the man behind Boots PLC. 1850 - 1931

Shane Meadows Film director, creator of This Is England. 1972 - present

Rebecca Adlington Olympic swimmer and bronze medalist. 1989 - present

Sam Morton Actress and director, starred in Minority Report. 1977 - present

Ada Lovelace Mathematician, regarded as the first computer programmer. 1815 - 1852

Lord Byron Leading figure in the romantic poetry movement. 1788 - 1824

Robin Hood & Maid Marian Outlaws and leaders of the Merry Men. 1300s onwards

Jake Bugg Singer-songwriter kicking out folk rock tunes. 1994 - present

Alan Sillitoe Writer and angry man. 1928 - 2010

Brian Clough Legendary manager of Nottingham Forest. 1935 - 2004

Sleaford Mods Abrasive, minimalist musical duo. 2007 - present

MistaJam Radio 1 and 1Xtra DJ 1983 - present

Joe Dempsie Actor, starred in Skins and Game of Thrones. 1987 - present

Vicky McClure Actress, starred in This Is England and Broadchurch. 1983 - present

The Downie Sisters Rebecca and Elissa are Olympic gymnasts. 1992 & 1999 - present

Ned Ludd Revolutionary frame-breaker and movement leader. Late 1700s

Margaret Humphreys Social worker who changed child migration forever. 1944 - present

Carl Froch Ex-super-middleweight boxing champion. 1977 - present

...at the University of Nottingham The University of Nottingham Students’ Union Volunteer Centre are here to help students make the most of their time at University, and give something back to their local community. With hundreds of different roles on offer there really is an opportunity for everyone! Types of volunteering include: Student Led Projects – offering a variety of opportunities both on and off campus, from helping fellow students get home safely after a night on the town to handing out hot drinks and food to homeless and vulnerably housed people.

One-off Volunteering – volunteering that’s flexible around your timetable, from spending an afternoon planting trees, to building a new home for a bat, or stewarding at a national or local event.

Micro Volunteering – if you’re strapped for time, there are things you can do from the comfort of your own home, like making a card for a child in hospital or playing games online to raise money for charities. Schools – help support schools in the local area by helping out in the classroom, listening to kids read, or with lunchtime and after-school clubs. The Students’ Union itself has lots of different opportunities to get involved in volunteering while Clubs & Societies in the Community (CSIC) helps out at youth clubs, care homes, community groups or in schools. The SVC also works with over 70 different charitable organisations, from smaller community based charities such as the Lenton Centre to well-known national ones like the Alzheimer’s Society.

Nottingham Trent Volunteering delivers a diverse range of high-quality volunteering opportunities for students. Volunteering can support you in developing your experience and skills and through our opportunities there is something for everybody! Volunteering gives you loads of benefits, both personally and course-related, and can be a great way to meet new people and have fun. You will also get the satisfaction of knowing that you have done something really worthwhile in your local or global community during your time at University.

What can I do? Charity and Community volunteering – work with local organisations and build your personal skills and course-related experience.

Schools volunteering – the opportunity to deliver voluntary projects in local schools and colleges, either creating your own or taking part in an existing one.

International volunteering – extend your experiences and your boundaries with some exciting opportunities abroad.

NTU Sport Volunteering – take part in what you enjoy and make a difference. You could be supporting PE lessons after school, delivering school sports clubs, or coaching a local sports club. How to contact us Our team are centrally based within the City site, but to support you we run drop-in sessions. If you would like to find out more about volunteering, get some advice about opportunities or some feedback on your experiences, please come and see us.

Find out more... Email us volunteering@nottingham.ac.uk Call us 0115 846 8750 Drop in to the office Mon, Tues, Weds and Fri – between 10am and 4pm Arrange an appointment At a time and place to suit you (by email or phone) Use our online chat service Available during drop-in times on our webpage:

Email: volunteering@ntu.ac.uk Phone: 0115 848 2113 / 0115 848 2379

www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/volunteering

@UoNSUVolunteer

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Nottingham Community and Voluntary Service (NCVS) also provides information about volunteering opportunities in the city at www.nottinghamcvs.co.uk

Have you

Registered to vote yet?

Do you know that as a university student you can register to vote in Nottingham? If you are registered at home and don’t want to be registered in Nottingham, that’s fine. But if you get a letter from the Council inviting you to register you need to respond. Otherwise we’ll have to keep writing to you and eventually send someone round to your address. So save us and yourself a lot of effort and respond as soon as you get the letter. Registering to vote is quick, easy and secure, especially if you do it online. It only takes about 3 minutes. You’ll need your National Insurance number handy to complete your registration. You need to register if you want to be able to vote in elections and referendums.

You should also register because: It’s a legal requirement to respond to the form if you are not registered you can find it really hard to get credit such as a mobile phone contract or a loan the electoral roll is used as proof of residency for certain council services

To register, visit: www.gov.uk/ registertovote

or scan the QR code using your smart phone

Helpline: 0115 876 4111 elections@nottinghamcity.gov.uk www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/elections

GETTING INVOLVED IN NOTTINGHAM POLITICS Whether you’re a true blue Tory, as far left as you can lean without falling over, or you simply haven’t the foggiest, now that you’ve begun your life in the fast lane, it’s really important that you exercise your right to have your voice heard.

You’re eighteen and, along with not having to use fake ID, voting in local and general elections is one of the privileges that comes with it. Although you can register at your home or uni address, it makes sense to do it here since you’re living here and big decisions made as a city will affect you. In Nottingham, the electoral register is used as proof of address for certain council services. You can register online, just head over to the gov.uk website. Dead straight forward. Particularly for a tech-savvy whipper snapper like yourself.

POLICE COMMISSIONER BITE THE BALLOT Being in charge of the police force is a proper tough job, so we hear. Paddy Tipping is the man currently making sure everything runs smoothly. To make sure the right man or woman is saddled with this responsibility, the good folk of Nottingham – that’s us, and now, you – are required to vote for who we reckon will do the job best and be impartial. But, you can only do this if you get your bottom in gear and get registered. See where we’re going with this, yeah?

There are around 7.4 million 17-24 year olds in the UK. Only half of these are registered to vote, and of those registered, only 43% turned out to vote in the 2015 General Election. We know, it’s a minefield and political doublespeak doesn’t help matters. Bite the Ballot are trying to change that, with impartial, nonpolitically aligned advice that’ll get you clued up and involved with what’s going on. Check ‘em out online to get the inside scoop.

SPEAKERS’ CORNER

If you’ve got summat to say, this is the place to say it. Just next to the Brian Clough statue off Market Square, you’ll find a space dedicated to free speech. Political rallies are often held here, with speakers from all different walks of life. In Nottingham, we pride ourselves on hearing each other out, and getting to the bottom of things through positive discussion – so try and get down to some organised speakers to hear what they’ve got to say. An open mind is a healthy mind...

CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL FEEDBACK Whether you get the chance to vote in a local election while you’re here or not, this is still your city for the foreseeable. You can still have your say on what’s going on by feeding back your thoughts to the council. If you pop onto the City or County – depending on where you live – website, and click on the ‘Contact Us’ section,

there’s a whole host of options for you to select, including a ‘comments, compliments and complaints’ button that’ll see your suggestions and opinions heard good and proper. You can also write to your local MP whenever you’ve got a bee in your bonnet, or a suggestion you reckon they need to hear. You are the future, after all.

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TAKE THE PARENTS Uh oh. You’ve woken up after a late one down Pryzm to find missed calls and unread messages from your parents. They’re visiting. Today. It’s too late to cancel. There is imminent danger of your well-meaning mother destroying all the cool points you’ve scored with your new flatmates. What a pickle. Don’t sweat it, we’ve got your back…

AFTERNOON TEA AT THEA CAFFEA

If your mum is well into quaint cafes and dainty finger sandwiches, then this is the place to distract her from asking any awkward questions. They’ll bring you a load of cakes, sarnies and a pot of tea for around £13pp, and your mum will be dead happy cos she can drink out of a cup and saucer. Plus, it’s nicely tucked away, so you’re guaranteed not to bump into anyone you know. 14a Low Pavement, NG1 7DL 0115 941 2110 facebook.com/theacaffea

NEWSTEAD ABBEY

Back in the day, Lord Byron lived the high life here; writing dead romantic poetry and sleeping with anyone and everyone. His swanky pad comes resplendent with a maze, lovely gardens, a cheeky-as-youlike peacock, and regular ghost tours. The perfect parentfriendly afternoon. Take a stroll around the grounds, indulge in some afternoon tea, and soak up some local history. Newstead Village, NG15 8NA 01623 455900 newsteadabbey.org.uk

TOP-UP TRIP TO IKEA You know you’re missing a few essential items: some tea towels without dubious stains; a laundry basket so you can differentiate between the wearables and the nonwearables; oh, and a new bathmat thanks to that night of excess. This is prime parent time. They’ll be chuffed too as they’ll leave with at least two houseplants that’ll help fill the void you’ve left in their lives. Giltbrook Retail Park, NG16 2RP ikea.com

CITY OF CAVES

The city of Nottingham is balanced on top of over 600 caves. Madness, right? Show the folks how much you’re into the history of your new home by taking ‘em to the City of Caves underneath the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, and take a tour led by Annie or Archie the Archaeologists. Work up an appetite in the sandstone caves, and pop to Broadmarsh Wimpy afterwards. Yep. Broadmarsh still has one of those. Intu Broadmarsh, NG1 7LS, 0115 988 1955, cityofcaves.com

SUNDAY DINNER AT THE HAND AND HEART

LOST CITY ADVENTURE GOLF

After a hard day walking and talking, you’re bound to be Hank Marvin. There’s no better place to go than The Hand and Heart on Derby Road for a top-drawer Sunday lunch. Sit inside one of Nottingham’s caves and tuck into one of the best Yorkshire puds the city has to offer. It’ll never be a patch on your mum’s, though. Make sure you tell her that. 65-67 Derby Road, NG1 5BA 0115 958 2456 thehandandheart.co.uk

If your folks are proper competitive, go deep below The Cornerhouse and take them round the adventure golf course for an hour or two. Get a few rounds in as practice before you go and set up a bet – winner buys dinner. You’ll knock ‘em out the park and bag a free steak out of it afterwards. Who said university education was wasted on you, eh? Burton Street, NG1 4DB 0115 985 9455 lostcityadventuregolf.com

SOBAR

NOTTINGHAM CASTLE

Prove to the ‘rents that you’re not your average lager lout student out on the razz every night by taking them to Nottingham’s alcohol-free cafecum-bar. They do a wicked ice cream shake, the food’s spot on, it’s light and bright, and there’s often some pretty cool live music too. As it’s situated right near Nottingham Castle, you can swing by after to get the obligatory Robin Hood statue photo with them. 22 Friar Lane, NG1 6DQ 0115 824 0364 sobar-nottingham.co.uk

It is a castle. We promise. Well, it used to be. Whatever – everybody loves a good misnomer. You only have to pay once to get entry for a whole year, so if you go when your folks are around, hang on to the ticket and you’ll be sorted. They’ve got their fixed museum exhibits as well as regular art exhibitions from top names including Andy Warhol, Leonardo da Vinci and Fiona Rae. The panoramic views over Nottingham have to be seen to be believed, too. Lenton Road, NG1 6EL nottinghamcastle.org.uk

ART GALLERY & CAFÉ-BAR

New Art Exchange 39-41 Gregory Boulevard Nottingham, NG7 6BE www.nae.org.uk @newartexchange @NAEcafebar

Taste flavours from around the world at NAE! Make sure you check out our free art galleries too! We’re a short walk from NTU, opposite The Forest tram stop. • 10% off food for students with a valid NUS card • Drink offers including 2 beers for £4 • DJ/live music nights • Free Wi-Fi

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10am - 5pm Saturday 29th October Nottingham Conference Centre Talbot Street, NG1 4BU Comics! Comics! Comics! Comic Industry Professionals Live Li Music Seminars Over 100 Exhibitors Short Animated Films Family fun for all!!

Pick up your tickets here:

STUDENTS WHO STAYED I moved to Nottingham from Bristol as I wanted a city that offered a good live music, clubbing and cultural scene. At NTU, I was among some really talented and creative people, and there was a great community. I’d built up such a good group of friends and started to forge some work contacts through placements and industry-led projects while studying, so it made sense to stay.

Sally Hodgson

Film Marketing and Distribution HND Print Media Management and BA Hons Design Studies (Class of 1996) Nottingham Trent University

I’m originally from Cornwall, and I had a really good feeling about Nottingham from the university’s open day. My first night out was to Ritzy’s [now Pryzm], which was the largest nightclub I’d ever seen. My course involved studying in France, which helped me to become fluent in another language and experience another way of life. My course helped me to develop transferable skills like people organisation, project management and basic finances. I stayed to work for Arup, an engineering firm that’d been involved in the creation of iconic buildings, including

Natalie Owen

Doing a practical HND and then a theory-based design degree set me up really well. I worked at one of the city’s leading design agencies, then landed my dream job at a Regional Screen Agency where I worked on films like This Is England and Control.

I now work mainly on documentaries, including five films with fellow NTU graduate, Jeanie Finlay. I love watching filmmakers present their work, and knowing I’ve been a part of making it happen when they get a great audience response. Grab every opportunity to enhance your skills and experience, and stay connected to any industry contacts you make. Be tenacious and focused. Get involved in things outside of studying and socialising, and make a contribution to the city while you’re here. pipocapictures.com

Sydney Opera House. I worked on the Nottingham Ice Arena and, during this time, discovered there was so much more to the city. At BioCity I work with a lot of brilliant, motivated entrepreneurs. The people are all very driven and the things they are all doing will hopefully have a positive impact on healthcare delivery in the future. It’s quite a big city, but you can go from the professional services areas, to the theatres to the independent gigs, all in a ten-minute walk. Scratch the surface and discover what makes Nottingham tick. biocity.co.uk

Graphic Designer and Video Editor, LeftLion BA Hons Graphic Design (Class of 2014) Nottingham Trent University

Toby Reid

Managing Director, BioCity MEng Civil Engineering (Class of 1996) University of Nottingham

It was a dream to attend Nottingham Trent as they’re well known for their creative courses. While on my course I got involved with Platform, NTU’s student-run magazine, as a photographer and designer.

filming and editing videos for LeftLion Extended, or working on branding for clients such as City of Football. It’s amazing to see your design work up in public. I’ve designed everything from magazine layouts to an entire marquee.

My final year was scary as I had no clue what I’d do after finishing my course. The student advisers were great – they helped me get an internship at the Student’s Union. I then applied for work experience at LeftLion magazine, and after a couple of months, I was offered a job as their Junior Designer.

A grade isn’t everything nowadays. Businesses are looking for students who can get the job done – the more experience you have, the better. Nottingham is one of the best up-andcoming cities for creative businesses, and it offers great experiences for young creatives. Make contacts. Get involved leftlion.co.uk

My job varies day to day. I could be designing pages for the magazine,

OCTOBER IN NOTTINGHAM, There’s no such thing as resting on your laurels in Nottingham, there’s a whole lot of people who like to make sure that there’s events going off left, right and centre throughout the year. It also boasts the rather grand title of The UK's Festival City during October, but not undeservedly. Seriously, it is going off... SPIEGELTENT Old Market Square Saturday 1 - Saturday 8 October Originally created in Belgium, these glamorous, mirrored, travelling entertainment tents have been around since the twentieth century and are notorious for debauchery. We like to fill the Speigeltent with the best comedy, burlesque, circus, theatre, music and even a freshers fair. Even Russell Howard is making an appearance this year. NOTTINGHAM INDEPENDENTS FESTIVAL Nottingham City Centre Saturday 1 October Here in Hoodtown we pride ourselves on our independent businesses. It’s In Nottingham champion the best of ‘em, and are raising the flag once more in an explosion of events, for one day only. Expect outdoor stages, free crazy golf, fudge and pizza tasting, arty workshops, treasure hunts, a pyrotechnic dance show, and even a doughnut-eating competition.

CANAL FESTIVAL Castle Wharf Saturday 1 October Being landlocked but not shy of a bit of industry back in the revolution, Nottingham has got a fair few canals. Head down to Castle Wharf to hop on a boat, try canoeing, or have a go at angling, and generally have a good owd knees up in the name of the water-based roadways. GOOSE FAIR Forest Recreation Ground Wednesday 5 - Sunday 9 October For over 720 years, Nottinghamians have been gorging themselves on mint sauce and mushy peas, and seeing if they can keep them down after a session on the waltzers. Fill your purse for the rides, and see if you can find yourself a cockon-a-stick. The Malt Cross are in on the action too, celebrating the opening of the Victorian music hall in time for Goose Fair 1877.

THE BIG DRAW FESTIVAL Nottingham Castle Saturday 1 - Sunday 23 October Using the theme of STEAM – science, technology, engineering, art and maths – the world’s biggest drawing festival is coming to Nottingham. Pack your pencil case and head down to the free drawing workshops up at the Castle, and while you’re at it, peruse the work of Leonardo Da Vinci himsen. HOCKLEY HUSTLE Hockley Sunday 9 October Celebrating ten years, the Hustle is something special. Hockley gets taken over by musicians, street performers and food stalls in an all-out shindig for charity. Overflowing with talent and good vibes, it’s a day not to be missed. And, if you want to get a free wristband with some wellearned warm and fuzzy feelings, you can volunteer to lend a hand.

THE REST OF THE YEAR It’s not just one month where things go off –

here’s how the rest of the year looks festival-wise...

LIGHT NIGHT

A bright idea for the end of winter

FEBRUARY

DOT TO DOT

MAY

FONT FESTIVAL

Amateur theatre festival

SWEET NOTE

Achingly cool multivenue indie festival

Indie loveliness at Rescue Rooms

JUNE DETONATE

Bass-laced festival for dance heads

PRIDE

Celebrating the LGBTQ community

DEERSTOCK

A field, lots of bands and fun to be had

JULY STREET ART FESTIVAL

Filling the city with all the colours of the rainbow

SPLENDOUR

Our big council-run festival at Wollaton Hall

THE UK’s FESTIVAL CITY ROBIN HOOD BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL Nottingham Castle Wednesday 12 - Saturday 15 October You’ll have to move fast if you want to bag tickets for this one. CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) holds the event at Nottingham Castle every year, with over 1,000 real ales and 200 ciders to sample – just make sure you pace yourself. And don’t forget to check out the musical treats on the old Victorian bandstand. MAYHEM FILM FESTIVAL Broadway Cinema Thursday 13 - Sunday 16 October Every year, Nottingham’s independent fireball of a picturehouse Broadway Cinema is home to the flick festival to end ‘em all. Expect screenings of horror, science-fiction, and cult cinema, premieres, previews and masterclasses. Plus a couple of international special guest speakers and a devilishly hard quiz. Not to be missed. DIWALI Highfields Park Sunday 15 - Sunday 16 October Revel in to the Hindu festival of lights, and get involved in a whole host of free events set to mark the start of the Indian financial year. You can also try your hand at making a floating lotus flower to add to the floating light installation on the lake.

OXJAM Beeston Saturday 15 October Another double whammy that gives you a proper good day out with the good feels. Dig deep and raise money for Oxfam, the charity that’s out to end poverty through emergency response and development work. They’re taking over Beeston for the day, so there’s loads to be getting on with.

GAMECITY FESTIVAL National Videogame Arcade Wednesday 26 - Sunday 29 October The world’s biggest and baddest videogame festival turns eleven this year, and is progressing into big school with a bang. There’ll no doubt be a ton of old school games for you to get stuck in to, as well as the hottest new tech to discover. Geek out to the extreme.

NOTTINGHAM CAVES FESTIVAL Monday 17 - Sunday 30 October 2016 is the inaugural year for this festival so we can only speculate that it’s going to be amazing. But why wouldn’t it be when there’s going to be live music, storytelling, tours and food and drink festivals - in caves. Yeah. Caves. You don’t get that anywhere else.

NOTTINGHAM COMIC CON Nottingham Conference Centre Saturday 29 October Love your comics? This one’s a must. With guests including everyone from Marvel’s Marc Laming, to Beano’s Laura Howell, it’s definitely an event to geek out at. It’s hosted in partnership with Forbidden Planet, so pop in to the Nottingham shop after to sort out a box and keep yourself stocked up.

OKTOBERFEST Forest Recreation Ground Wednesday 26 - Sunday 30 October Get a slice of the Bavarian down Forest Recreation Ground, where the field is taken over with a huge marquee. It’s stuffed with dark, golden, German beer, and foods like Schnitzel, pretzels, Händel, and Schweinebraten, and all the staff are dressed in traditional Lederhosen and Dirndl. With a German band to entertain, it’s the perfect knees-up.

RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL

SCALARAMA

A fairground, food, music and fireworks down by the Trent

WATERFRONT Canal-side charity music festival

A month-long festival showing films wherever there’s space

CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL A parade with gorgeous costumes, food and music

A relaxing weekend of music in a quaint little town

MELA

South Asian festival full of colour, dance and music

MACMILLAN FEST

Raising money for the cancer charity with the power of rock

AUGUST SOUTHWELL FOLK FESTIVAL

ROBIN HOOD PAGEANT Nottingham Castle Saturday 29 - Sunday 30 October It’s been said that, years ago, a Nottingham bloke with a bow and arrow took from the rich and gave to the poor. Celebrate the biggest, baddest rebel about by getting stuck into some archery, cheering on the live jousting tournaments, having a go at some wood carving, and saying “Ayup” to our Robin and his Merry Men.

SEPTEMBER GREEN FESTIVAL Peace, love, unity in the Arboretum

OUTSTANDING

Music festival down McDonald’s Farm. No joke

FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE

We’re a UNESCO City of Literature, and for good reason. We love words

NOVEMBER COMEDY FESTIVAL

You’re having a laugh. Well, you will be. In November

NG2: HP SAUCE The brown blob was invented by West Bridgford grocer FG Garton in 1895. He – foolishly, in hindsight – swapped the recipe for £150 and the settlement of a debt. The HP originally stood for Houses of Parliament, as they were serving it at the time. Ironic that now HP has come to mean getting in the red.

NG1: LACE Not only did the city’s famous openwork fabric give it’s name to an area of the city that would confuse many a tourist into thinking there was an actual market there, but it also gave knuckle draggers the opportunity to use rhyming chat-up lines for the first time: “Take off yer lace and sit on me face.”

NG15: HIGH PRESSURE WATER Papplewick Pumping Station is not just a brilliant piece of alliteration. It’s also a result of the city hosting the country’s first high-pressure water supply, originally installed in the castle rocks during the 1830s. Not to be confused with low pressure water, which takes everything in its stride and sits about all day getting salinated.

NG8: RALEIGH CHOPPER Arthur Seaton wasn’t the only person with a Chopper at the old Raleigh factory. This motorcycle-inspired push bike, with its rather fetching ape hanger and drag handlebars, was the must have item on kids’ Christmas lists in the seventies.

NG7: MRI SCANNER Boffin Sir Peter Mansfield used radio waves and magnets in the seventies to develop a well-fast brain scanner that could detect serious health issues, as well as dirty thoughts about your mate’s sister.

NG14: STOCKING KNITTING MACHINE Saucy Calverton clergyman William Lee invented the first stocking knitting machine in 1589. However, Queen Elizabeth, possibly the earliest Luddite, feared it would cause unemployment and he was forced to take it to France.

NG13: VIDEO TAPE RECORDER Norman Rutherford and Michael Turner were the East Bridgford lads who developed the Telcan for the Nottingham Electronic Valve Company in 1963. It might sound like a race of aliens from Star Trek, but it was actually an early precursor to Betamax and VHS tape machines.

NG7: VIVIAN MACKERRELL The alcoholic thespian who inspired the character of Withnail is best known for smoking giant spliffs and drinking lighter fluid. However, he spent much of his later years living in Cecil Street in Lenton and donating a generous amount of money to Nottingham pubs.

NG5: DESPERATE DAN Dudley D Watkins grew up in Sherwood and dreamed of a gigantic cowboy who shaved with a blowtorch and stuffed himsen with cow pie complete with horns. He wasn’t bothered in the slightest if it was organic or locally sourced.

NG2: PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL Once upon a time, football was an excuse for an unlimited number of players from opposing villages to kick the bobbins out of each other as long as nobody got murdered. Then Notts County came along and ruined it all by making it proper with rules and everything.

NG21: ROBIN HOOD Knock, knock. Who’s there? Robin. Robin who? Robin the rich to give to the poor. Yer get meh?

NG9: IBUPROFEN When Dr Stewart Adams invented a pain relief cure at the Boots factory in 1961, he aptly did it with a hangover. Fifty years on, and the nation’s bingedrinking capital still pay homage to his invention every Sunday morning. And Saturday morning. And Friday morning. Sod it, any day goes.

words: Jared Wilson illustration: Thomas Goodwin

Nottingham Independent Fresher’s Fayre Mon 3rd Oct 2pm - 5pm | The Spiegel Tent, Old Market Square

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ENTERTAINMENT! Head down to the independents freshers fayre for a free fun day out with local entertainment for you to enjoy.

STALLS! Find some of Nottingham’s independent businesses serving their best products in this stunning historical venue.

Giveaways! Free goodie bags for the first 500 students. Plus spot prizes on the day. Just turn up with your student card!

MAKE YOUR MARK Nottingham

Your university course is bound to offer you a whole host of incredible opportunities relevant to your career. But Nottingham has a bunch of exciting stuff for you to get involved in if you’re up for a challenge... If you’re a wizard with wordplay, fancy with your feet, or particularly talented with a paintbrush, The Young Creative Awards (YCA) is something you shouldn’t think twice about getting involved in. Open to anyone aged 13 - 24, the YCA aims to develop and support the city’s talented youth. Each year, a theme is decided upon, and it’s then up to you and your creative brain to transform it into something wonderful. There are loads of categories for you to enter – animation and digital media, dance, creative writing, architecture and design, fashion and textiles, film, graphic design, music, photography and visual arts – each split into age groups. A winner is chosen from each category, and then an overall winner is decided by a panel of judges. Down to the nitty gritty – what do you win? Cold, hard cash, my friend. Every winner bags £100, with the overall winner taking home an extra £150. And on top of that, you get honour, experience working to a deadline and public exposure for your work at a fancy, smancy awards ceremony. If that isn’t enough of an arm twister, we don’t know what is. youngcreativeawards.org Run by Nusic – who you can read more about on page 41 – the Future Sound of Nottingham competition is a battle of the bands like no other. Get some of your maestro mates together, slap a name on the damn thing

and call yourself a five-piece. You’ll play it out against other local artists for the chance to win a slot on the main stage at one of Nottingham’s biggest festivals, Splendour. nusic.org Not so much a competition but a chance to showcase your skills to the local film community, Short Stack is a bi-monthly short film night at Broadway cinema where you can see your film, and the work of others, on the big screen. You’ll get feedback and make some useful contacts with local filmmakers. broadway.org.uk Clued up on the best way to use your DSLR? Send the photos you’ve taken in and around Nottingham into LeftLion Magazine for your chance to see them in print. The local culture rag runs a regular feature called Left Eye On, and they love showing off locals skills. lefteyeon@leftlion.co.uk A proper big shot competition is the Nottingham Castle Open. The Castle Museum and Art Gallery was the first municipal museum and art gallery to exist outside of London, and has showcased work by big cheese artists like Leonardo da Vinci. You too could have your work displayed here if you pull your finger out. There’s a grand prize of £1,500, alongside materials, exhibition and residency opportunities, and other cash prizes. Nothing to lose. nottinghamcastleopen.com

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Congratulations, human dedicated to study, you’ve landed your behind in one of the most musically genre-diverse cities in the land. With everything from EDM, to folk rock, to garage punk and trip hop, Notts is the connecting force of the soundwaves. Thanks to their chart success, you might’ve heard of Sleaford Mods, London Grammar, Philip George and Jake Bugg already. They are merely the tip of the iceberg, though. And, to help us keep on top of all the good stuff, we have Nusic – an institution dedicated to promoting new Nottingham music in all its variety. Their founder gives you the lowdown on who’s in the mix by pairing up some unlikely contenders...

MEZ vs JOSH WHEATLEY

HECK vs GINO

LONE vs EVIL SCARECROW

HARLEIGHBLU vs KAGOULE

With support from the likes of Kano and Stormzy, you can make the case that Mez is the most exciting young grime emcee in the UK. Josh Wheatley likes folk: he has a voice so angelic, Gabriel is considering retirement. Mez has a delivery so rapid it makes Usain Bolt seem slower than your nan on an Aldi mobility scooter. These two men mean Nottingham could feasibly be home to the next Kano and James Vincent McMorrow.

Signed to the renowned R&S Records, Lone is one of the planet’s most exciting underground electronic music producers. Evil Scarecrow are the finest heavy metal band ever to write a song about a robot. They can pretty much fill the Rock City with punters eager to hear their odes to Godzilla, spider gods and vampire trousers. Lone gigs worldwide, but will be back in Notts in October, playing a live show at the ridiculously intimate Chameleon. It’s yet to be confirmed whether Evil Scarecrow will be supporting...

Heck describe themselves as “general extreme noise”; Gino as “I be where the action is.” Both love their mums. Heck are a bundle of chaos who are as equally feared by health and safety officers as they are loved by fans. They’re also kind of banned from Japan. Long story. Gi-na-na-no is our answer to Dizzee Rascal – a larger-thanlife emcee who brings the party wherever he goes. Which is everywhere. Definitely the Nottingham artist most likely to rock up at your halls for an after party.

Both have released debut albums on respected independent labels. In fact, Harleighblu has just released her second and Kagoule have started recording theirs. Harls sings with a sass and energy that could take on a Hadron Collider proton – standing still while watching her is impossible. Ditto for Kagoule. A punter once told me they packed more punch than Carl Froch. Their grunge-infused walls of noise will, if you’re so inclined, stimulate near praise-the-LordI-see-the-light type euphoria without an American preacher in sight.

FEROCIOUS DOG vs BRU C

Musical revolutionaries, Ferocious Dog love a debate as much as they do a jig: imagine Che Guevara curating Riverdance, or Michael Flatley leading the Cuban Revolution. Bru-C is another Notts grime emcee with a growing national rep, with everyone from SBTV to Don’t Flop showing him love. He joined Ferocious Dog on stage at their sold-out Rock City show – the first unsigned local artist to ever sell out the venue – and the crowd lost the plot. Nine months on, they’re still looking for it.

GEORGIE vs ADY SULEIMAN

You probably won’t be able to get away from these pair come 2017. With influences such as Fleetwood Mac, The Pretenders and Janis Joplin, Georgie’s ability to make your spine experience a tsunami of tingles has already been picked up by both Bragg and Bugg. Ady has a voice that could melt the contents of the Bournville Factory. With influences ranging from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Wonder, plus super fans such as Chance The Rapper and Joey Badass, the next twelve months are looking vibey.

Tune in to the Nusic Podcast with Mark Del every other Monday, and keep an eye out for the Future Sound of Nottingham competition in June. nusic.org.uk 41

SHERWOOD

No men in tights or wooded areas to be seen here. A charity shop mecca, this northern suburb is an affordable, artistic haven with plenty of independent cafes and shops. Look out for Sherwood Art Week in June each year. Population: 16k Postcode: NG5 Famous sight: Woodthorpe Park is particularly popular with Pokemon hunters. Famous resident: Sleaford Mods singer, Jason Williamson.

ST ANN’S

Named after the patron saint of lacemakers, this area has a largely working-class population and a diverse ethnic mix, with prominent cultural hubs in both the Pakistani Community Centre and the Afro Caribbean National Artistic Centre (ACNA). Population: 19k Postcode: NG3 Famous sight: St Ann's Allotments, the oldest and largest allotment site in Europe. Famous resident: Sociologist and author Lisa McKenzie lived here for many years.

NETHERFIELD

Lying about three miles to the east of the city centre, just outside the city boundary and in the borough of Gedling. It’s a pretty sleepy suburb, even though it was once targeted by a German Zeppelin bomber in 1916. Despite its diminutive size it still has its own train station. Big up, Netherfield. Population: 8k Postcode: NG4 Famous sight: Nottingham Greyhound Stadium, if you fancy a flutter on the dogs. Famous resident: Four-time super middleweight boxing champion Carl Froch.

There’s more to Nottingham than its city centre. Its urban area consists of twenty voting wards, and each suburb has its own distinct local identity. Get the lowdown on the parts that you’re more than likely to stumble across in your time here…

THE MEADOWS

Located next to the River Trent, this is a traditionally workingclass area that was originally constructed to house railway workers. The area is split into two distinct areas; the Old Meadows – an area of mainly pre-1919 privately-owned terraced housing, and the New Meadows – largely consisting of social housing. Population: 8k Postcode: NG2 Famous sight: Nottingham War Memorial on The Embankment. Famous resident: Leicester City FC captain Wes Morgan grew up here.

WEST BRIDGFORD

One of the posher parts of Nottingham, it’s sometimes called Bread and Lard Island because people thought its inhabitants spent so much money on big houses and fur coats that they had to skimp on meals. This ‘burb has no ‘streets’ – the Victorian planners thought the term too urban and went for roads and groves instead. Oo-er. Population: 45k Postcode: NG2 Famous sight: Trent Bridge Cricket Ground. Famous resident: England cricketer Stuart Broad and Tory MP Kenneth Clarke.

SNEINTON

A stone’s throw from the city centre, it’s got its fair share of art galleries and centres, boasts a market, and a couple of decent pubs. Add to that a windmill, and one of the best views over Nottingham if you take a walk up Colwick Woods, and it’s a pretty decent spot. Population: 13k Postcode: NG2 Famous sight: Green’s Windmill, a restored and working 19th century windmill. Famous resident: Film director, Shane Meadows, lived here for a time and shot dozens of shorts in the area.

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WOLLATON

A leafy, suburban area in the western parish that balances the 2km surroundings of Wollaton Hall and Deer Park – not a bad green space to have on your doorstep – with thriving pubs, shops and one of the best chippies in the Midlands, nay, the world. Also kind of posh. Population: 25k Postcode: NG8 Famous sight: Wollaton Hall, which doubled as Wayne Manor in The Dark Knight Rises (2011). Famous resident: Olympic iceskating sensations, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, have local roads named after them.

BEESTON

Located near the main University of Nottingham campus, it’s a popular area for students – particularly postgraduates who want a more laid-back lifestyle in their old age. The origin of its name is ‘bees’, for its abundance of honey, and ‘tune’, which used to mean a farmstead settlement. Population: 37k Postcode: NG9 Famous sight: George the Beekeeper sculpture on Beeston High Road. Famous resident: Motown legend Edwin Starr lived and died here in 2003.

BASFORD

Located on the main tram route, Basford is split into two parts - Old Basford, which is situated a bit further from town, and the mainly Victorian New Basford. It’s an affordable working-class area with a decent mix of pubs and shops, and was once home to the brewing empire Shipstones. Population: 17k Postcode: NG6-7 Famous sight: Vernon Park is a lovely place to chill in the summer. Famous resident: Actor Arsher Ali who starred in Four Lions grew up here.

LENTON

As well as being chocca with student housing, Lenton is also home to the city’s only surviving pre-war cinema, the Savoy, the headquarters of miniature behemoths Games Workshop, and the place you hope you don’t end up - unless you’re studying there – the Queen’s Medical Centre. Population: 11k Postcode: NG7 Famous sight: Tabletop gaming giants Games Workshop’s HQ. Famous resident: WWI fighter pilot Albert Ball VC.

FOREST FIELDS

The name might suggest that you’ll be entering a leafy woodland, but this area is actually one of the most heavily populated inner-city areas. A community spirit to rival the best, it also has Berridge Road, one of the best streets in the city for Asian food shopping. Population: 21k Postcode: NG7 Famous sight: The Forest Recreation Ground, which is where Nottingham Forest were first founded. Famous resident: Writer Alan Sillitoe lived round these parts, and much of his work references nearby streets.

CLIFTON

A former village and historic manor, recorded as far back as the Domesday book in 1086. The whole area was owned by the Clifton family for over 700 years. Times have changed, though, and it’s now synonymous with the sprawling Clifton Council Estate, once the largest council estate in the country. Population: 27k Postcode: NG11 Famous sight: Clifton All Whites FC, the proving ground for Jermaine Jenas and Viv Anderson. Famous resident: The birthplace of Jake Bugg, the 22-year-old who’s already got three Top 4 albums under his belt.

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WOMEN IN NOTTINGHAM words: Bridie Squires and Lucy Manning illustration: Lucella Jayne

Nottinghamshire Police are the first police force in the country to rule misogyny as a hate crime. That includes physical or verbal harassment directed at women, because they are a woman, via any means. So, if you’re walking home after a lecture, and a group of guys decide to shout inappropriate, sexual comments at you, or someone grabs your arse on a night out, you’re well within your right to report the behaviour to the authorities. All you have to do is ring 101, and if the assault is particularly severe, call 999. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the perpetrator will be punished, but it does mean the police can collect information regarding these types of incidents – where, when and how often they happen – and work on making the streets of Notts safer for all. It also means that they can direct you to any support and guidance you may need following the event. There are some incredible local organisations who’ll go out of their way to help you: The Topaz Centre is Nottinghamshire’s Sexual Assault Referral Centre with trained crisis workers. You can contact them directly on 0845 600 1588 and they’ll guide you through the process of reporting a sexual assault or rape. You can visit the centre without going to the police, and they can take a statement, offer a forensic medical examination, as well as lots of support.

Nottingham Women’s Centre is a safe haven for women in the city, and played a massive part in bringing about the ruling of classing misogyny as a hate crime. If you’ve experienced sexual harassment or domestic abuse and you want to talk it out, give them a call on 0115 941 1475. They’re also the home of Nottingham Women’s Library, and host events and activities that champion women in the city. Nottingham Rape Crisis Centre is a service open to anyone over thirteen years old, and specialises in supporting survivors of sexual violence. The centre offers support and guidance through face-to-face counselling, group support, and helps service users to access creative therapies. They also offer a counselling helpline, staffed by female support workers, that provides a safe space to talk for yourself or a friend. Their helpline number is 0115 941 0440.

Both Nottingham Trent University and The University of Nottingham offer support services to students, doing all they can to help tackle the problem of rape and sexual assault among students. If you pop over to your university website, you will find information on all the guidance and support services on offer. Hollaback! is a worldwide, female-led movement seeking to end street harassment by connecting us up, and Nottingham has its very own branch. Through the use of their app, available for both Android and Apple phones, the organisation is breaking silence by encouraging people to record incidents of street harassment, and log their whereabouts. App users often send each other supportive comments, and it doesn’t half give you a boost after being put down. Reel Equality is a film collective working in partnership with Equation – a not-for-profit organisation promoting healthy relationships free from domestic abuse. Reel Equality screen Bechdel-approved films – flicks featuring at least two, named women who talk to each other about something other than a man. Yep, you’d be surprised at the lack of them. Fan Club is the dedicated club night popping off at Rough Trade on the first Saturday of every month. It’s creativity-led, and rammed full of zines, cake, glitter, film screenings and powerfemale tunes. They’ve got a strict safe space policy, and the event is totally free and welcoming to everyone, so rock up and rock out. Too Deep For a Monday is an event exploring women’s issues through the medium of theatre, comedy, storytelling, poetry, workshops, and sometimes just a good old chinwag. It happens on the first Monday of every month down The Orange Tree and, again, is a safe space that’ll act as a friendly, welcoming face to this new city of yours.

ONE FOR THE LADS Right then, fella. We know you’re not a plank, but here’s a sad truth you might not be aware of: one in five women aged between 16 and 59 have experienced sexual violence in their lifetime. That’s why it’s so important that men stand with their peers in the fight against misogyny. If you see an incident, be on the right side of it and offer help and support where you can. And if a friend is acting inappropriately or visibly making someone feel uncomfortable, be sure to call them out on it.

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INDEPENDENT AREAS If getting stuck into life a little to the left of the mainstream is what floats your boat, Notts has a mean selection of independent outlets for you to discover... HOCKLEY AND THE LACE MARKET

THE EXCHANGE

A Mecca of coffee shops, vintage clothing stores and offthe-wall venues. Hockley is almost totally comprised of independents. Grab a coffee from Outpost, vintage threads from Wild Clothing, vinyl from Rough Trade, and some Caribbean tapas from Rum House.

Another posh job, it sits under the Council House. There’s an independent fine wine store, Gauntley’s, for when the parents’ birthdays catch you off guard, as well as a dead posh art shop, Castle Fine Art. You can look, but definitely don’t touch.

PELHAM STREET

The walk up to the Theatre Royal from Market Square is nothing short of an independent shopper’s paradise. Make sure you hit up the award-winning Page 45 – the best in the comic and graphic novel biz, or nip in to Baklash to peruse the incredible vintage jewellery supplies.

Connecting Hockley to the city centre, Pelham Street is a glorious, independent affair. Bag some bargains at Braderie, stop off for a coffee at Wired, then take a gentle stroll down to Homemade for a proper slab of cake.

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KING’S WALK AND TRINITY WALK

This cobbled courtyard just off Pelham Street offers a haven of creative businesses surrounded by street art from local artist SmallKid. Ideas on Paper stock the hottest names in printed press, while Forever Records is a must if you’re into your music.

INTU BROADMARSH

This shopping centre has seen better days, but a mega makeover is coming soon. Until then, the upper floor is dedicated to some of the best in local independent business, including Dukki, who provide the creme de la creme of Nottinghaminspired gifts.

BRIDLESMITH WALK

Nestled quietly between L’Occitane and the British Heart Foundation like a high street Platform 9 ¾, but sheltered beneath a canopy of stained glass and bunting. Pop in to Junkyard for a sup on some craft ale, or poke your head into the charming White Rabbit Cafe.

BYARD LANE

Another sneaky little side street, Paul Smith set up his first shop here back in the seventies. Lads, make sure you pop into Brik for the freshest trim Notts can offer, and feel continental as you feast on tapas at Baresca. Not at the same time, obvs.

FLYING HORSE WALK

Billed as a ‘boutique shopping experience’, this is a proper upmarket affair. Boasting the likes of Vivienne Westwood, GiGi Bottega and Jolie Lingerie (oo-er), it’s probably not the best place to go when you’ve just got your student loan. Set some cash aside for The Cheese Shop, though.

The passageways that link Upper Parliament Street to Trinity Square have lots of little delights for every lifestyle. Petit Paris is a delightful eatery, and there are a few wicked hairdressers for when the barnet needs a trim.

WEST END ARCADE

Like stepping back in time, this seventies-style arcade has got modern life covered. If you’ve smashed your phone screen, Podz is an independent business run by a fella who loves a good smartphone. You should also pay Aubrey’s Traditional Creperie a visit to get that Nutella and banana goodness.

HURTS YARD AND CANON PLACE

The cobbled alleyway that bridges the gap between Angel Row and Upper Parliament Street has got a fair few surprises. Up top is Barrel Drop, a quaint craft ale stop-off for the true beer connoisseur, and just up the way, Alley Cafe is the hit vegan bar with the best espresso martinis in town.

MAID MARIAN WAY AND FRIAR LANE

Home to two of our favourite things; curry and cats. Maid Marian Way is our very own not-a-mile-curry-mile. You have to sample the delights of Memsaab and Cumin. Pop over to Friar Lane and destress with a stroke at the Kitty Cafe.

DERBY ROAD

You need to visit the Warsaw Diner up this way for a breakfast of kings and queens – so that’s waffles with every possible topping. The Ropewalk pub is nestled right at the top of the road, and will satiate all your pool playing needs. There are some pretty kitsch furniture shops and a street art gallery and all.

DRINK Yes, you’re here to get an education. Yes, you’re here to make connections and network and get your foot firmly on the first rung of the career ladder. But you’re gonna have a bleddy good time while you’re doing it, right? Have a browse through this here selection of the finest drinkeries in town...

The Bodega Pelham Street 0115 950 5078 bodeganottingham.com

Das Kino Fletcher Gate 0115 947 3132 das-kino.co.uk

Boilermaker Carlton Street 0115 986 6333 boilermakerbar.co.uk

Dino’s Warser Gate 0115 950 4455 dinobar.co.uk

Brass Monkey High Pavement 0115 840 4101 brassmonkeybar.co.uk

Footman’s Rest Derby Road 0115 978 3211 thefootmansrest.co.uk

Coco Tang Bridlesmith Gate cocotang.co.uk

Foremans Forman Street 0115 953 3632

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Copper Market Street 0115 985 9304 coppercafe.co.uk

Foxys Upper Parliament Street 0115 9242 354

A Room With a Brew Derby Road 0778 066 2244 scribblers-ales.com Bar Arriba St James’s Street 0115 922 7832 Bar Eleven Goose Gate 0115 958 2611 Bear & Lace Maid Marian Way 0115 837 1900 Bla Bla Bar St James’s Street

Crafty Crow Friar Lane 0115 837 1992 craftycrownotts.co.uk Cucamara Hurts Yard cucamara.co.uk Curious Manor Trinity Square curiousmanor.co.uk Curious Townhouse High Pavement thecurioustownhouse.co.uk

Hockley Arts Club Carlton Street thehockleyartsclub.com The Lacehouse Broadway 0115 941 2244 Last Chance Saloon Stoney Street lastchancenotts.com Market Bar Goose Gate 0115 988 1707 No/6 Rutland Street 0115 941 1114 stjames-hotel.com The Pelican Club St Mary’s Place 0115 924 2932 thepelicanclub.co.uk Pepper Rocks Pepper Street 0115 958 6477 pepperrocks.co.uk

400 Rabbits

15-16 Hurts Yard, NG1 6JD 0115 941 8911 fourhundredrabbits.co.uk Open till 1am every night, 400 Rabbits is perfect for a chilled-out drink and getting your party on alike. Happy Hour is 5pm 8pm every day, when all cocktails are just £4. With games, table football, beer pong, great tunes and banging drinks, you’re set up for the evening.

Malt Cross

16 St James's Street, NG1 6FG 0115 941 1048 maltcross.com A charity-run cafe-bar in a stunning Victorian music hall. They regularly host live music acts, and have even managed to open up an art gallery, underground caves and a workshop space inside. Also home to gift shop Handmade Nottingham and vinyl specialists Plates Records.

Rescue Rooms Goldsmith Street 0115 828 3173 rescuerooms.com Ride Forman Street 0115 950 4789 ridebar.com Rum House and Bad Juju Broad Street 0115 947 4420 rumhouse.com

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12 Bridlesmith Walk, NG1 2FZ 0115 950 1758 junkbars.com

Situated in the Creative Quarter, Suede offers awesome music, retro-inspired surroundings, and a pub quiz to rival Mock The Week. Plus, they’ve got the best sourdough pizza in Nottingham. And possibly the universe.

The alcohol-free, alternative cafe-bar venue. They’ve got buckets of lovely food and drink, including the best fish finger sandwich you’ll sink your teeth into, as well as original entertainment. The vibrant walls and friendly staff provide a proper warm welcome for all.

Combining the laidback feel of a North Californian bar and eatery with a specialist craft beer shop. Nestled in Bridlesmith Walk, just off Fletcher Gate, they’re open from 10am until 1am serving coffee, teas, food and an excellent range of booze.

Saint Bar High Pavement 0115 948 4414 lacemarkethotel.co.uk Saltbox Bolero Square 0115 784 1700 saltboxbar.com Tilt Pelham Street 0115 950 1226 tiltbar.co.uk Up n Down Under St James’s Street 0115 947 5857 Wax Bar Broad Street 0115 959 0007

Junkyard

PUBS The Barrel Drop Hurts Yard 0115 9243018

Coach & Horses Upper Parliament Street 0115 941 7107

Blue Bell Inn Upper Parliament Street 0115 947 0945

Cock & Hoop High Pavement 0115 948 4414 lacemarkethotel.co.uk

Canalhouse Canal Street 0115 955 5060 castlerockbrewery.co.uk The Castle Castle Road 0115 948 4279

Cross Keys Byard lane 0115 941 7898 crosskeysnottingham.co.uk

Spanky Van Dyke’s

Bunkers Hill

Hand & Heart

A comfy home away from home, complete with craft beers, retro videogames and sinful home-cooked Americana food. Plus the best, most unusual events, live music and club nights.

Located at the foot of Nottingham's ultrahipster Hockley area, Bunkers Hill offers a wide selection of craft beers and cask ales at a decent price. The new menu consists of burgers, wings and loaded fries, all best enjoyed sat at the front of the pub while people watching.

A traditional pub with an amazing sandstone cave restaurant. Upstairs is a conservatory-style room upstairs you can hire out, and their secluded and sheltered smoking terrace is a great hangout. It’s famous for real ales and awesome homecooked food. For good reason.

17 Goldsmith Street, NG1 5JT 0115 924 3730 spankyvandykes.com

36-38 Hockley, NG1 1FP 0115 910 0114 bunkershillnottingham.co.uk

65-67 Derby Road, NG1 5BA 0115 958 2456 thehandandheart.co.uk

Castle Rock

The Orange Tree

The Southbank Bar - Notts City

A Nottingham institution, award-winning brewery and pub group. Their gaffs include the Canalhouse, Vat & Fiddle, The Embankment, Stratford Haven, Poppy & Pint and Lincolnshire Poacher – all offering up a proper pint and delicious snap. Keep your eye out for live entertainment too.

A laid-back pub, great for chilling with friends on the comfortable sofas. Get yourself down if you fancy a great beer, locally sourced, homemade food and an amazing happy hour deal that includes 2-4-1 cocktails.

Nottingham's best sports and live music bar. Imagine, 22 4K screens showing all the major sports games. Live music and special events, four nights a week. A pool table, darts board and electronic gaming station. Mouth-watering pub grub served all day. And here’s the best part – a 50% student discount off all food. Well in.

Queensbridge Road, NG2 1NB 0115 985 1615 castlerockbrewery.co.uk

12-18 Friar Lane, NG1 6DQ 0115 950 6149 southbankcity.co.uk

The Dragon Angel Row 0115 9417 080 the-dragon.co.uk

The Maze Mansfield Road 0115 947 5650 themazerocks.com

The Embankment Arkwright Street 0115 986 4502 castlerockbrewery.co.uk

The Ned Ludd Friar Lane 0115 924 3415 thenedludd.com

Fellows Morton & Clayton Canal Street 0115 950 6795 fellowsmortonandclayton.co.uk

New Foresters St Ann’s Street 0115 958 0432 newforesters.com

Herbert Kilpin Bridlesmith Walk thekilpin.co.uk

Old Dog & Partridge Lower Parliament Street 0115 947 4459

Horn in Hand Goldsmith Street 0115 950 3978 thehorninhandnottingham.co.uk

Raglan Road Irish Bar Derby Road 0115 958 3359 raglanroadbar.co.uk

Kean’s Head St Mary’s Gate 0115 947 4052 castlerockbrewery.co.uk

The Ropewalk Derby Road 0115 959 6181 theropewalknottingham.co.uk

Keogh’s Mansfield Road 0115 958 1304

Royal Children Castle Gate 0115 958 0207

Langtry’s South Sherwood Street 0115 947 2124

Ye Olde Salutation Inn Maid Marian Way 0115 947 6580

The Stage Wollaton Street 0115 947 3039

Linconshire Poacher Mansfield Road 0115 941 1584

Tap ‘n’ Tumbler Wollaton Street 0115 941 3414 tapntumbler.co.uk

The Thurland Hall Thurland Street 0115 783 9172

The Lord Roberts Broad Street 0115 941 4886

38 Shakespeare Street, NG1 4FQ 0115 947 3239 orangetree.co.uk

The Angel Microbrewery 7 Stoney Street, NG1 1LG 0115 9475015 angelmicrobrewery.com

The walls of this pub have seen some things: it’s been home to both a chapel and a brothel, and witnessed the murders of a policeman and a prostitute – the ghost of the latter reputedly still haunts it to this day. In recent years it was one of the city’s best-loved dives, packed full of alternative character. It’s been given a good scrub and a lick of paint in the last year, maintaining its charm and its place as a great music venue. Pop upstairs to catch some live music, then sample a homemade, vegan/ veggie/meat burger downstairs. Heavenly.

Student

nights to remember

Live music nights • Live stand-up comedy Quiz nights • Great food Exciting drinks • Free wifi 22 Friar Lane, Nottingham NG1 6BT 0115 824 0364 enquiries@sobar-nottingham.co.uk

Sobar is the first alcohol free student bar and restaurant venue in the East Midlands

CAFES 200 Degree Cafe Flying Horse Walk / Carrington Street 0115 837 3150 200degs.com Alley Cafe Long Row 0115 955 1013 alleycafe.co.uk Aubrey’s Tradional Creperie West End Arcade 0115 947 0855 Breakers Broadmarsh Centre 0115 958 9000 Broadway Cinema Cafebar Broad Street 0115 952 6611 broadway.org.uk/cafe Cafe Hockley Heathcoat Street 0115 941 8889 Cartwheel Cafe and Roastery Low Pavement 0115 959 8434 cartwheelcoffee.com Charlie’s Coffee Bar Castle Gate 0115 947 3274 The Coffee House of Nottingham Hurts Yard thecoffeehouseofnottingham.co.uk Cafe.Bar.Contemporary Nottingham Contemporary 0115 948 9754 nottinghamcontemporary.org Cookie Shake Upper Parliament Street 0115 959 9719 The Crofters Mill George Street 0115 950 9703 Debbie Bryan St Mary’s Gate 0115 950 7776 debbiebryan.co.uk Druckers Victoria Centre druckers.co.uk Edin’s Natural Kitchen Broad Street 0115 950 1172 edinsnottingham.co.uk Flavour of Hockley Goose Gate 0115 950 7943 flavourshockley.co.uk

Hartleys Carlton Street 0115 950 4877 hartleyscoffeebar.co.uk Homemade Pelham Street and Forest Recreation 0115 924 3030 homemadecafe.com Hungry Pumpkin Cafe High Pavement 0115 948 0333 hungrypumpkin.co.uk Jam Cafe Heathcoat Street 0115 948 3566 jamcafe.info Olive Tree Chapel Bar 0115 958 2648

Fox Cafe

9 Pelham Street, NG1 2EH 0115 950 1295 tinyurl.com/fox-cafe Feelin’ foxy? This vegan- and vegetarianfriendly cafe have got hand-roasted coffee, quaint tea, and treats aplenty. Perfect if you’re after a picturesque, vintage, yet cosy setting. A great Notts independent.

Parfitts Derby Road 0115 985 9267 Picnic Basket Carrington Street 0115 948 0260 thepicnicbasketdeli.com The Pop Inn St James’s Street 0115 947 6235 thepopinn.co.uk The Pudding Pantry Trinity Square 0115 950 4660 thepuddingpantry.co.uk Snax in the City Derby Road 0115 924 2491 The Specialty Coffee Shop Friar Lane thespecialtycoffeeshop.com

Kitty Cafe

35-37 Friar Lane, NG1 6DD 0115 9242214 kittycafe.co.uk So, you’ve moved out of the family home, and you’ve had to leave Mr Fuzzypaws behind. It’s a sad situation, yes, but we’ve got the purrrfect solution. Get some much needed kitty-loving time – not in a weird way – at The Kitty Cafe. They’ve got cats in abundance, playing silly boggers and wandering around for your petting pleasure. Plus, you can grab a cracking slice of cake while you’re there.

Time Out Cafe Wheeler Gate timeoutcafenotts.com Tuckers Friar Lane 0115 947 4665 Ugly Bread Bakery Pelham Street 0115 874 9563 uglybreadbakery.co.uk White Rabbit Teahouse Bridlesmith Walk and Hounds Gate whiterabbitteahouse.com Wired Cafe Pelham Street 0115 958 9020 wiredcafe.co.uk

Lee Rosy's

17 Broad Street, NG1 3AJ lee-rosy.co.uk A speciality tea shop and multi-arts venue. Lee Rosy’s tuck away 100 varieties of loose leaf tea, fine coffee, freshly prepared food, curated exhibitions, gigs and more. Well worth popping your head in.

EAT No matter how much you try and kid yourself otherwise, a pot noodle and a packet of peanuts doesn’t qualify as a balanced meal. Lucky for you, Nottingham has a whole heap of restaurants and cafes that’ll see you right. And if you just can’t bear to leave the comfort of your room, log on to Deliveroo and eat like a king or a queen from the confines of your bed…

RESTAURANTS 4550 Miles from Delhi Mount Street 0115 947 5111 4550.co.uk/nottingham

Calcutta Club Maid Marian Way 0115 941 4441 calcutta-club.co.uk

Anoki Barker Gate 0115 948 3888 anoki.co.uk

Cast Nottingham Playhouse 0115 852 3898 nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

Antalya Upper Parliament Street / Forman Street 0115 941 8420 antalya.co.uk

Chutney Friar Lane 0115 924 1743 chutneyrestaurant.com

BarEsca Byard Lane 0115 948 3900 baresca.co.uk

The Cumin Restaurant Maid Marian Way 0115 941 9941 thecumin.com

Bonzai Carlton Street 0115 952 0188 bonzai-japensesrestaurant.co.uk

Curry 77 Maid Marian Way 0115 998 1273 curry77.co.uk

Bunk Stoney Street 0115 941 5086 bunkwings.com

Curry Lounge Upper Parliament Street 0115 941 8844 thecurryloungenottingham.co.uk

Dancing Dragon Derby Road 0115 941 2222 Desi Downtown Hockley 0115 950 2666 Dolce Cafe Broad Street 0115 941 4499 dolceitalianrestaurantnottingham.co.uk Fothergill’s Castle Road 0115 958 8195 French Living King Street 0115 958 5885 frenchliving.co.uk Hart’s Standard Hill 0115 988 1900 hartsnottingham.co.uk Hometown Cuisine Heathcoat Street 0115 837 4600 hometowncuisine.wix.com/hometowncuisine Iberico World Tapas High Pavement 0115 941 0410 ibericotapas.com

Annie's Burger Shack 5 Broadway, NG1 1PR 07463 033255 anniesburgershack.com

Here, you can find over thirty types of authentic, American-style burgers, handmade with area-sourced beef, as well as veggie and vegan options. Annie’s interesting flavour combos have really put her on the map – you have to see it to believe it. The restaurant is also a freehouse, where they individually select the finest, real slow cask ale. Complements the burgers perfectly.

George's Great British Kitchen Queens Street, NG1 2BL 0115 950 5521 georgesgreatbritishkitchen.co.uk

Fish and chips done properly. You won’t find your bog-standard chippy gear here – try fish pakoras, teriyaki salmon cakes and wild ocean cod out for size. From the beach huts to the gin bar, this place is all part of the journey to bring proper British dishes all with a unique twist to nottingham. With something for everyone, you’d be daft not to try them out.

Jim’s Smokehouse Goose Gate 0115 924 1742 jimsmokehouse.co.uk Kayal Broad Street 0115 941 4733 kayalrestaurant.com Larder on Goosegate Goose Gate 0115 950 0111 thelarderongoosegate.co.uk

Le Mistral Wheeler Gate 0115 941 0401 eversosensible.com/mistral Man’s Restaurant Chapel Bar 0115 950 6638 mansrestaurant.com Marrakesh Chapel Bar 0115 947 3038 marrakeshnottingham.co.uk Memsaab Maid Marian Way 0115 957 0009 mem-saab.co.uk Merchants Restaurant High Pavement 0115 948 4414 lacemarkethotel.co.uk Missoula Bar High Pavement 0115 988 6870 missoulamontanabarandgrill.co.uk Mogal e Azam Goldsmith Street 0115 947 3820 mogaleazam.co.uk Nada Budaya Broad Street 0115 958 5566 nadabudaya.co.uk Oaks Bromley Place 0115 947 7244 oaksnottingham.co.uk Pizzeria Savai Poplar Steet pizzeriasavai.co.uk Robin 7 St James Terrace 0115 998 2019 robin7.co.uk Sinatra Bar and Restaurant Chapel Bar 0115 941 1050 sinatrabarandrestaurant.co.uk Singh’s Market Street 0115 941 5455 singhsnottingham.co.uk The Soulville Steakhouse Queen Street 0115 941 2014 thesoulvillesteakhouse.com

Oscar & Rosie’s

Odin's Table

Nottingham's favourite independent pizza joint. After two years of pop-ups, they're now in their very own, critically acclaimed restaurant on Thurland Street. Home to the 'Infamous Metre of Pizza', as well as their signature fourteen-inchers and a range of gourmet mac and cheeses.

A Scandinavian cafe that makes their own cinnamon rolls, meatballs, kladdkaka, and all the rest of that good stuff. They have vegan, gluten and dairy free options available too. On top of all that, they have their Scandinavian food shop, free WiFi, and it’s wheelchair friendly. Check out their website for some awesome student offers.

The Steak Lounge Upper Parliament Street 0115 924 1999 steaklounge.co.uk

World Service Castle Gate 0115 847 5587 worldservicerestaurant.com

Tamatanga The Cornerhouse 0115 958 4848 tamatanga.com

Yamas Thurland Street 0115 950 1000 yamas.co.uk

7-9 Thurland Street, NG1 3DR 0115 936 1983 Oscarandrosies.com

97b High Road, Beeston, NG9 2LH 0115 922 3492 odinstable.co.uk/student

The Tapastry Heathcoat Street 0115 941 2669 thetapastry.co.uk Tarn Thai George Street 0115 959 9454 tarnthai.com Temple of Heaven Broad Street 0115 988 1199 templeofheaven.co.uk Thailand Number 1 Carlton Street 0115 958 2222 thailandnumber1.co.uk Thea Caffea Low Pavement 0115 941 2110 facebook.com/theacaffea U Canteen Heathcoat Street 0115 837 3993 facebook.com/ucanteen Warsaw Diner Derby Road 0115 950 8500 warsawdiner.co.uk

Pieminister 57 Long Row West, NG1 6JB 0115 824 6600 pieminister.co.uk Home of the legendary Mothership (a pie piled with mash, gravy, peas, cheddar and shallots), Pieminister serves up its awardwinning range with an impressive lineup of beers, ciders and cocktails.

SPECIALISTS Brew Cavern Flying Horse Walk brewcavern.co.uk The Cheese Shop Flying Horse Walk 0115 941 9114 cheeseshop-nottingham.co.uk Chocolate Utopia Friar Lane 0115 947 0016 chocolate-utopia.co.uk Delilah Victoria Street 0115 948 4461 delilahfinefoods.co.uk Food Emporium Broadmarsh Centre madeinnottm.co.uk Nottingham Doughnut Company Long Row facebook.com/thenottinghamdoughnutco

TAKEAWAYS Brown Bettyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s St James Street 0115 941 3464 brownbettys.com Carrington Fish Bar Carrington Street 0115 958 1881 The Food Factory Lower Parliament Street 0115 840 6070 The Food House St James Street 0115 947 3254 The Lacemarket Fish Bar Stoney Street

Moulin Rouge Trinity Square 0115 941 7733 moulinrougerestaurant.co.uk Royal Clay Oven Carlton Street 0115 950 5070 Super Food Express Derby Road 0115 950 5505 super-food-express.co.uk Trent Kebabs Shakespeare Street 0115 956 6110

Lavash Forman Street 0115 941 2111 Mega Munch Long Row 0115 924 2360

ENTERTAINMENT ART GALLERIES

If you’re gagging for a bit of culture to spice up your kitchen conversations, or want to get clued up on what’s hot and what’s not in Nottingham’s art world, here are your answers. We’ve got more art in this city than you can shake a stick at. Not only that, most of our galleries are free, too. GuerillArtLab Broad Street guerillartlab.com Syson Gallery Weekday Cross sysongallery.com One Thoresby Street Thoresby Street onethoresbystreet.org

Backlit The Lofthouse

35 Warser Gate, NG1 1NU 07887 405264 facebook.com/thelofthousenottingham A bit of an all-purpose job, The Lofthouse triples as a music venue, art gallery and hub of creative workshops. If you get at them on Facebook, you’ll find a full rundown of all the artsy stuff they’ve got going on. Trish and Ian Gardiner – the couple behind it all – are well into their art, and love to help students out, so give ‘em a bell if you fancy putting on an exhibition there. They also host some of the most lively nights, including the highly popular Soul Sister, Brown Sugar for all you northern soul, funk and Motown fans.

Alfred House, Ashley Street, NG3 1JG 0115 8372426 backlit.org.uk An independent art gallery and studio collective that sits right on the edge of town and prides itself on supporting early career graduates and emerging artists? Check. A place that attracts names such as Philip Glass, YBA Matt Collishaw, Simon Starling to show off their stuff? Check. Backlit has got some pretty awesome working relationships with regional universities, so it’s great for either getting your work exhibited, or for checking out the work of other up-and-comers. On top of all that, they do some pretty cool work to promote local heritage and community.

Nottingham Contemporary

Weekday Cross, NG1 2GB 0115 9489750 nottinghamcontemporary.org

New Art Exchange

Surface Gallery

Smack bang in the heart of the city – the rather posh Lace Market, to be exact – it’s affectionately referred to as ‘Tempreh by locals. Only seven years old, the building’s design was divisive, but it’s what’s on the inside that counts. You can wander about its spaces for free (or dob them a small donation) and soak up the best of national and international contemporary artists. Plus, their cafe has weekly music events and there’s a giant room, aptly named The Space, where you can catch live art installations and films. For added cool points, get down to their exhibition opening nights. Free drinks and culture? Don’t mind if we do...

39-41 Gregory Boulevard, NG7 6BE 0115 9248630 nae.org.uk

16 Southwell Road, NG1 1DL 0115 9470793 surfacegallery.org

Want to broaden your artistic horizons with something from a little bit further afield? The NAE is your best bet. The contemporary art gallery was set up to celebrate Nottingham’s rich cultural diversity. And they’ve done such a good job that it’s become the UK’s largest gallery dedicated to culturally diverse contemporary visual arts. Oo-er. Plus, entry is free, so even at your most brassic, you can soak up some arty knowledge. They also do some mighty fine food that won’t cost you an arm and a leg.

Set up in 1999 by a bunch of enterprising Nottingham Trent graduates, Surface was formerly known as Turtle Gallery. After a name change in 2002, and relocation to the current premises on Southwell Road, this space is one of the Creative Quarter’s best, volunteer-led art galleries. They have a packed schedule, and their annual Street Art exhibition is a must-see. Not just a place to hang work, they’ve got artist studios too. Keep your peepers peeled if you’re after an arty home away from home as they do come up for rent every now and again.

MUSIC VENUES We’re not short of places to catch music in its purest form here in Notts. In fact, we pride ourselves on being able to offer you live tunes every night of the week... Albert Hall North Circus Street 0115 950 0411 alberthallnottingham.co.uk Motorpoint Arena Bolero Square motorpointarenanottingham.com

Tilt & The Pelican Club tiltbar.co.uk, thepelicanclub.co.uk After a more refined evening? Consisting of the best cocktails money can buy and proper moody jazz music, then Tilt or The Pelican Club are two hot spots you have to experience. Tilt, a right quirky venue tucked away on Pelham Street, is home to some of Nottingham’s finest jazz and blues bands who play regularly throughout the week. If you fancy a nibble while you’re sweetly serenaded, then get over to The Pelican Club. It’s a touch pricey, but for a one-off posh meal it’s well worth it. You can’t live off Super Noodles every day, can you?

The Bowery Club Fletcher Gate facebook.com/theboweryclub

NTU Students Union Shakespeare St trentstudents.org

Ink Queen Street clubink.co.uk

UoN Students Union Portland Building su.nottingham.ac.uk

NG1 Lower Parliament Street ng1club.co.uk

The Point Clifton Campus trentstudents.org

Ocean Greyfriar Gate iloveocean.co.uk

Volt Broadway facebook.com/voltclubnottingham

Pom Pom Burton Street pompomnottingham.com Retro Rooms St James Street 0115 874 0352

DHP Venues

rescuerooms.com, /stealthattack.co.uk / bodeganottingham.com / rock-city.co.uk

The Maze

257 Mansfield Road, NG1 3FT 0115 9475650, themazerocks.com This one’s a proper mixed bag. Sat on the middle of Mansfield Road, this venue has hosted some of the hottest parties Notts has ever seen. And we mean hot in every sense of the word. The sweatiest of reggae and dub nights can be found here, plus a healthy dose of local big hitters and myriad genres from all over the globe. Grab a pint of Red Stripe and join the party. We promise it won’t disappoint.

With four venues to their name in this city alone, and a couple in London and Bristol too, they’re a behemoth on the UK’s live music scene. No matter what you’re into, they’ll be catering to it. There’s the huge gig venue that is Rock City; the go-to dance and EDM music late-night venue Stealth; the home of karaoke and top dollar bands, Rescue Rooms; and indie music fave, The Bodega. They also aren’t afraid to take a punt on up-and-coming artists either, so keep an eye on their lineups, because you might catch the next big thing before they explode.

The Chameleon Arts Cafe JamCafe JT Soar

Aberdeen Street, NG3 2DG 07854 899034 jtsoar.tumblr.com In a former life, JT Soar was a fruit and vegetable warehouse. Gone are the days of apples, pears and cauliflowers running the shop, cos the Sneinton Market venue is now one of the best DIY music and arts spaces the city has to offer. It’s kind of like having a party in your mam’s garage, so you get the feeling of doing something proper rebellious, but without the risk of being grounded afterwards. Ace.

12 Heathcoat Street, NG1 3AA 0115 9483566 jamcafe.info Aside from producing the best eggs benedict in town, the Hockley venue also delivers a cracking live set or two from some of Hoodtown’s best loved bands. Including their regular live Friday sessions and Wednesday open mic, should you feel all inspired to get up and give it a go yourself. They also play host to regular Poetry Is Dead Good nights, which does exactly what it says on the tin – bringing some of the best local performance poets to the stage for your viewing pleasure.

7A Angel Row, NG1 6HL If you like your gigs intimate, the sound bang-on and turned up to twelve, point your feet in the direction of this place. It’s not really a cafe, there’s not much art, but it’s great. And pretty hidden – find the alleyway between Cardzone and Game on Angel Row, and you’re on to a winner. Downstairs is a tiny bar and seating, and upstairs is where the magic happens. They have the best in alternative, indie, rock and electronica playing from all over the shop, as well as holding sporadic Gallery Sounds events – the finest house being spun this side of anywhere. Don’t forget your earplugs.

THEATRE The theatre scene in Notts is lively to say the least. Every other year, the city is home to NEAT (Nottingham European Arts and Theatre) Festival, which combines the best of local and international theatre. FONT Fest is an entirely independent, local theatre festival that prides itself on delivering all its profits to the creatives involved. If you fancy dipping your toe into the deep blue sea of local theatre, there’s a hole heap to be getting on with...

Nottingham Lakeside Arts University Park, NG7 2RD 0115 846 7777 lakesidearts.org.uk

An offshoot of University of Nottingham that’s open to the public. Lakeside Arts Centre is a great space for family friendly art and theatre, so if you’ve got younger brothers or sisters coming to visit, this is a sure fire place to go. They also play host to a giant, inside-out bouncy castle with crazy light displays once a year, and the selection of musical acts and theatre found in Djanogly Theatre is something to rival the best of them.

Lace Market Theatre Halifax Place, NG1 1QN 0115 950 7201 lacemarkettheatre.co.uk

This small but perfectly formed theatre is one of the best places in town to catch some amateur theatre. They use a lot of Nottingham actors, too, so it’s a good opportunity to see the hottest talent before their name’s in lights on Broadway. Student concessions are offered on almost all of their productions. Situated in the Lace Market – as the name suggests – you can have a wander down the historyladen streets afterwards to soak up the evening.

The Nottingham New Theatre

Nottingham Playhouse

‘Uni of’ students, this one’s just for you. The Nottingham New Theatre is the only entirely student-run theatre in the whole country, and for that, we’re dead proud of it. There’s an in-house production ready for your eager eyes to absorb almost every week, so you’ll never be stuck for summat to watch. They’re also dead keen for new students to get involved, so if you’re a theatre boff or just wanna know more, make sure you drop ‘em a line.

Located at the bottom of Derby Road, the Playhouse is a shining example of a regional theatre. The main stage is the place to catch classic plays and contemporary works from both established and up-and-coming writers. The Neville Studio is where you’ll see more out-the-box performances, as well as scratch nights and spoken word performances. They’ve also got a gorgeous restaurant on the side, well worth getting down to.

(UoN) Cherry Tree Hill, NG7 2RD 0115 846 8800 newtheatre.org.uk

Nottingham Arts Theatre 12 George Street, NG1 3BE 0115 947 5925 nottingham-theatre.co.uk

Situated in the city centre just off the creative hub that is Hockley, the Arts Theatre is a 300-seater venue that’s got a proper fancy stage perfect for catching some top notch local productions on. They regularly rent out the space to students for performances too, so if you’ve got summat in mind that you’d like to create, give them a shout. They host some cracking music there too, with artists from all over the world, often screened on Notts TV.

Wellington Circus, NG1 5AF 0115 941 9419 nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall Theatre Square, NG1 5ND, 0115 989 5555 trch.co.uk

Split into two sections, with the theatre side of the building kicking out proper old-school vibes. It’s even got columns, so it looks right fancy. You’re bound to see a fair few silver-topped theatre goers in here, but it’s the place to be for blockbuster musicals like Chicago and Cats. Pop over to the more modern affair that is the Royal Concert Hall to catch everything from the likes of Circus of Horrors to Derren Brown.

COMEDY

Jongleurs

Just The Tonic

The Glee Club

You’ll definitely walk past this place on your way to a Pryzm night, and it’s worth popping your head in every so often for a laugh. You can catch touring comedians while tucking into a burger and finishing it off with a couple of bevs. Then, when you’re suitably giggly, roll into the only club in the region with a big globe on its roof for a night on the tiles.

The top dog of Nottingham comedy, the biggest names in the biz from Russell Howard to Stuart Lee have performed here - and with their £5 NUS tickets, you really can’t go wrong. They’re big in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival game and host free events in the run up. At the time of writing they’re about to move venues so check their website for details.

You can see some proper off-kilter stuff at the canal-side venue that specialises in both music and comedy. There are regular burlesque and cabaret nights from The Gilded Merkin; and they host the Best in Live Stand Up every Saturday night, which does exactly what it says on the tin. With live music acts like Ezra Furman and Ameriie gracing the stage, your every desire is catered for under one roof.

[ALT] Gaming Lounge George Street altgaminglounge.com

Ludorati Cafe Maid Marian Way 0115 959 6998 ludoraticafe.com

Lower Parliament Street, NG1 3BB 0870 011 1960 jongleurs.com

New venue TBC 0115 910 0009 justthetonic.com

Canal Street, NG1 7EH 0121 693 2248 glee.co.uk

GAMES If the absence of a console isn’t making the heart grow fonder, but breaking it into a thousand pieces, Notts can piece it back together again...

Logiclock Trinity Walk 0795 020 5499 logiclock.co.uk

Oak Amusements St James’s Street

The National Videogame Arcade

The Lost City Adventure Golf

The Racing Room

Unique in its mission, The NVA has got every console and arcade machine you can think of – from Donkey Kong, to the Oculus Rift, you can find it here. Take a trip through videogame history, or strip a game down to its bare bones and explore its digital makeup. There’s so much to do and see, plus their Toast Bar is a cafe concept to be reckoned with.

Based in the centre of Nottingham at The Cornerhouse, Lost City houses two separate eighteen-hole, rainforestthemed, indoor adventure golf courses – Sacred Skull Pass and Temple Trail. Work your way round and see if you can beat the final hole to win a free game. A great laugh.

A unique Scalextric experience with a huge, highly-detailed, digital track. You can hire it out for any kind of party. There’s also an open Race Night every Tuesday which will only cost a fiver. Well worth flexing your trigger finger for and rocking up to.

Carlton Street, NG1 1NN 0115 881 3091 thenva.com

The Cornerhouse, NG1 4DB 0115 985 9455 lostcityadventuregolf.com

The Dragon, 67 Long Row, NG1 6JE 0750 595 4398 theracingroom.co.uk

The University celebrates

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

2016

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CINEMAS If your little brother is luxuriating in his new found ability to use your Netflix account without you clocking him one round the lugholes and has blocked you out yet again, it’s time to leave halls and venture out to the cinema. Whether you’re a lone cinema wolf, leader of the pack, or top dog when it comes to romancing the better half, here’s our rundown of movie houses…

Broadway

Cineworld

Savoy

An independent local cinema situated in the heart of bustling Hockley, Broadway has the best selection of independent and foreign films this side of Cannes. They do a reduced price student ticket for £6.50 or £4.50 for anyone under-25. Definitely check out the Paul Smith Screen. They also have a top notch bar that means you can sip on a G&T with your French film.

You know the drill with this one. The nation's favourite multiplex is situated in the Cornerhouse, so you can catch the latest J-Law film with a tango ice blast, and then make your way down to Fun Station for a quick round on the arcade games, or head to the Saltwater terrace for a posh cocktail. What more could you want, eh? Tickets are £7.90 for students, or £6.90 before 5pm. Or you can do their unlimited deal for £17 a month.

If you’re on a date, this Art Deco treat is an absolute must. Not only can you bask in the glory of your youthful romance in one of their snug loveseats, but you’ll be treated to proper popcorn in a bucket so you can awkwardly brush hands as you both reach in, just like they do in the movies. Plus, you can bag a ticket to the latest blockbusters for about £4.50 a pop with an NUS card. It’s cheap n’ cheerful. Just don’t tell your date…

14-18 Broad Street, NG1 3AL 0115 952 6611 broadway.org.uk

The Cornerhouse, NG1 4DB 0871 200 2000 cineworld.co.uk

233 Derby Road, NG7 1QN 0115 947 2580 savoyonline.co.uk

Nottingham’s not just a good place to watch films. Sometimes it stars in them too. Here’s ten films that were shot partly or wholly in the city… 1. Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1960)

Screen 22

Showcase

25 Broad Street, NG1 3AP 0789 183 2389 screen22.co.uk

Redfield Way, NG7 2UW 0871 220 1000 showcasecinemas.co.uk

As the name suggests, Screen 22 is a 22-seater cinema screen all on it’s lonesome. Just down the road from Broadway, the hole-in-the-wall venue is most recognisable by the painting of Jessica Rabbit on the outside. The space is mainly used for private screenings, so if you’re feeling fancy, you can hire out the whole venue and show one of your favourite movies for all your mates to enjoy. Keep your eye on their website, though, as the odd public screening does pop up from time to time.

The classic cinema brings back fond memories of birthday parties as a kid, and Saturday morning movie sessions complete with film specific snack trays. You might be too old for all that now, but it’s still worth going for nostalgia’s sake. Plus, they have ridiculously fancy reclining seats and it’s right opposite the University of Nottingham Campus. Bob* on.

2. Twenty Four Seven (1997) 3. This Is England (2006) 4. Control (2007) 5. Bronson (2009) 6. Bunny and the Bull (2009) 7. The Unloved (2009) 8. Unmade Beds (2009) 9. The Dark Knight Rises (2011) 10. Weekend (2011)

*See Notts Accent Guide for definition

AND NOW FOR SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT If another Netflix binge just isn’t gonna cut it for you and your mates, and the thought of one more fancy dress pub crawl is enough to turn your stomach, step this way. And we’re not talking your bog-standard bowling trip...

Nottingham Climbing Centre

Escapologic

The Dice Cup

After a session, you’ll feel like Bear Grylls – not when he’s drinking his own wee, obviously. Nottingham Climbing Centre have got over 800 square metres worth of stuff for you to climb on, as well as fully qualified tutors who’ll make sure you’re safe. It’s a great way to keep fit, and chances are you’ll meet some interesting characters while you’re at it. Have a gander at their website to find the best session for you.

You’ve made it to university so you must be pretty bright, right? Well then, this one should be right up your road. Lateral thinkers and games masters, get ready to unleash your inner Sherlock. Get a crew together and see if you can solves the puzzles to escape the room in the hour time limit. Each of the five rooms have different themes – including a proper scary one if you fancy wetting your knickers and an apocalypse themed one, complete with yellow boiler suits.

If you’re in need of something a bit more chill, get down to Mansfield Road for a healthy session of board gaming. It’s dead close to the city centre, and they have every single board game you could imagine, plus the special tables to play ‘em on. Whether you’re a diehard Dungeons and Dragons fanatic, or a chilled-out game of Yahtzee is more your style, they’ve got your Sunday afternoons sorted.

The Old Pool, 212 Noel Street, NG7 7FR 0115 9988233 nottingham-climbing.co.uk

Go Ape

21-23 Castle Gate, NG1 7AQ 0115 837 4840 escapologic.com

68-70 Mansfield Road, NG1 3GY 0115 947 6116 dicecupcafe.co.uk

Sherwood Pines Forest Park, NG21 9JH 0333 433 0805 goape.co.uk

153-155 Huntington Street, NG1 3NL 0115 988 1745 planetbouncetrampolinepark.com

Planet Bounce

Circus Hub

In the heights of the forest, you can climb trees, tiptoe over tightropes, and even swing through the air like the cheeky monkey you are. But don’t worry, you’re all connected up to safety harnesses, zip lines, the lot. Situated in Sherwood Pines, you can kill two birds with one stone by renting a bike or cruising about the place on a Segway. You know you want to...

The days of solely moving forwards and backwards are gone, my friend, we live in a three-dimensional world. And you’ll know about it at this venue. The floor is covered in trampolines, the walls are covered in trampolines, you can play dodgeball on trampolines… and it’s a lot of fun. Head down on a Sunday night for two hours of top tunes blasting while you bounce like a good’un. A gravity-defying great, my friend.

This one’s off the wall, in the air, and swinging on a suspended hoop. An incredible concoction of aerial, circus, theatre and yoga, the circus hub offers classes in all the most necessary of circus skills. Hatha yoga, aerial hoop and silk ropes are just some of the tricks you can impress your mates with after a day at the Hub. Clowning at its most graceful.

Unit 2, Nelson Street, NG1 1DR 0798 060 9991 circushubnotts.com

NOTTINGHAM Independents FESTIVAL Saturday 1st october 2016 Stages running from 10am - 4pm

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Enjoy activities for all the family including Caribbean steel bands, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s characters, jazz bands, acoustic music and more.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out! Independent businesses will be running special offers and promotions throughout the day.

Check out our five stages around the city; Pelham Street, Middle Pavement, Chapel Bar, King Street and Carlton Square.

PARK LIFE You’re studying in a busy city, but it doesn’t mean there aren’t places to escape the bricks and mortar. Our parks are tip top, with 29 awarded Green Flags by Keep Britain Tidy. Here’s where to get a bit of peace and quiet, sun yourself and enjoy mother nature...

photo: Steve Bradwell

FOREST RECREATION GROUND

If you fancy getting a group of mates together for a game of rounders or a bit of frisbee this massive park isn’t a bad shout. On top of the huge, open spaces, there’s an outdoor gym, two kids’ parks, and astro turf for a proper kickabout. It’s also got a rather attractive pavilion and cafe where, if you’re feeling fancy, you can grab yourself a tasty beverage or a fat slice of cake.

photo: David Lally

ATTENBOROUGH NATURE RESERVE

A slice of country life, just on the outskirts of Beeston. The on-site centre is a great place to learn about the local birds, or you could simply take the hound in your life for a walk. If you’re feeling especially green, visit one of the four tucked-away hides and spot some of the wetland wildlife going about its business. Or just have a meander around the lake and appreciate nature for what it is – lovely.

photo: John Sutton

photo: Mick Garratt

THE ARBORETUM

If you’re looking for the ultimate getaway from the hustle and bustle but can’t be bothered to venture too far outside of the city, this is the spot. Often swimming in events and interesting people, the Arb has trees, a bandstand, flower beds, a pond with a fountain, an aviary, cute pathways, and a nearby Sainsbury’s to get supplies. It’s also a stone’s throw from NTU, and the tram line runs next to it. Perfect.

VICTORIA EMBANKMENT

Completed in 1870, and just as popular today. You can have a good, long look at the River Trent while swanning around in the gardens, pretending you’re in an awful indie rom-com. With plenty of water-based activities going down, it’s hard to get bored around here. There are also a couple of sports pitches nearby, so you can have a kickabout when you get bored. Oh, and there’s an awesome park… as well as a paddling pool. That’s summer sorted.

photo: Stephen Richards

WOLLATON HALL AND DEER PARK

photo: Graham Hogg

COLWICK PARK

Known as Batman’s gaff because The Dark Knight Rises used it as Wayne Manor, Wollaton Hall is one of the best places to get your chill on. It’s a short bus ride from the city centre, so you can easily wile away the day deer spotting, or have a nosey around the stuffedanimal-packed hall. There are a couple of pubs directly opposite for some hoppy refreshment, too. And remember, come winter time, it’s the prime spot to go sledging.

Hop on the C1 or the 44A from town and whisk yourself away to a land of lakes and quaint country walks. There’s bags of stuff to do here if you’re after more than just a lazy day, with the lake open for sports of the water variety, including windsurfing, canoeing and powerboating. Plus, if you're the horsey type, the public bridleways make for the perfect pony trek.

All these parks are run by the City Council with the exception of Attenborough Nature Reserve, which is run by the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.

If you fancy venturing a bit further afield, check out

Rushcliffe Country Park Sherwood Forest Clumber Park

Holme Pierrepont Wilford Pond Beeston Marina

HEALTH AND BEAUTY Gone are the days of mum’s bowl-cuts over the sink. You are your own human, and it’s time to reinvent yourself as such. Dye your hair all the colours of the rainbow! Attach foot-long talons to your finger nails! Pierce every spare inch of your face! Or you know, treat yourself to a fresh trim every few months... AND.Hair Heathcoat Street 0115 924 0498 facebook.com/and.hair.nottingham

Dr Gabriela Aguilar Advanced Aesthetics Hurts Yard 0115 958 9676 cosmeticdoctoruk.com

Icon Hair Burton Street 0115 924 0200 iconhairbeauty.co.uk

Beautification Clarendon Street 0115 941 3495 beautificationbeautysalon.co.uk

Eastside Chiropody East Street 0115 837 2654 eastside-chiropody.co.uk

Jack Craggs St James Street 0115 941 2224 www.jackcraggs.co.uk

Beauty Temple Queen Street 0333 313 4003 beautytemple.co.uk

Evoke Creative Hair Kings Walk 0115 950 6778 evokecreativehair.com

Jacks Hairdressing Castle Gate 0115 950 1700 jackshair.com

Bodycraft Pelham Street 0115 822 2247 bodycrafttattoo.com

Eyecatchers opticians Carrington Street 0115 958 4313

Jazz Hairdressing Carlton Street 0115 941 4142 jazzhair.co.uk

Briddocks Barbershop Upper Parliament Street 0115 941 9955 facebook.com/briddocks Brik barbershop Byard Lane 0115 947 0009 brikbarbers.com Brik squared barbershop Flying Horse Walk 0115 947 0099 brikbarbers.com

Fantasy Tan Maid Marian Way 0115 959 8877 fantasytanstudio.com Feet First Chiropody Lower Parliament Street 0115 950 8385 feetfirstchiropody.co.uk Five Star Nails Kings Walk 0115 950 7772

C2 Mens Hairdressing St James Street

The Gate Hairdressing Bridlesmith Gate 0115 958 4436 thegatehair.uk

Cabella Bridlesmith Walk 0115 941 1701 cabella.co.uk

Gorgeous Nails Carrington Street 0115 950 3419 facebook.com/gorgeousnailnott

Cavanagh’s Hair Salon Derby Road 0115 947 4777

Gray and Bull Optician Pelham Street 0115 941 8121 grayandbull.co.uk

Crafty Sparrow Friar Lane 0115 947 0425 craftysparrow.co.uk Curtis and York Goose Gate 0115 947 3951 Dillon & Lee Byard Lane 0115 998 4217 dillonandlee.co.uk

Green Healthcare Trinity Square 0115 947 3888 Hair at the Royal Goldsmith Street 0115 941 0111 hairattheroyal.co.uk Henfreys Friar Lane 0115 950 7476 henfreys.co.uk

John’s Opticians Carlton Street 0115 947 5858 johnsopticians.co.uk KH Hair Castle Gate 0115 947 2332 khhair-nottingham.co.uk Kings Walk Contact Lenses Kings Walk 0115 947 4287 kingswalkcontactlenses.co.uk

Deckchair Barbering & Hairdressing 84 Derby Road, NG1 5FD 0115 941 7815 deckchairbarbering.co.uk

Cool and quirky, offering everything from traditional to contemporary cuts and everything in between. A warm, friendly environment, with a unique touch – deckchairs on the ceiling, plus a jukebox and Nottingham caves underneath.

Neon Wolf Studios

27 Heathcoat Street, Hockley, NG1 3AG 0115 998 9358 facebook.com/neonwolfstudios The newest and most stylish tattoo studio in Nottingham. Swishest of all, they are host to a rotation of talented artists from across the world.

LA Hair Brightmoor Street 0115 941 3785 lahair.uk.com Las Vegas Nails Broadmarsh Centre 0115 950 8080 Lee Holmes Salon Heathcoat Street 0115 837 2521 leeholmessalon.co.uk The Loft Salon Trinity Square 0115 958 7562 Lotus nails Castle Gate 0115 941 1482 M Hair Extensions George Street 0115 941 5117 mhairextensions.co.uk Marios Barbers Greyhound Street 0115 941 7927 Niva Nails Upper Parliament Street 0757 015 1681 nkd ( ) waxing Pelham Street 0115 924 1454 nkdwaxing.com Nottingham Chinese Medical Centre Upper Parliament Street 0115 941 9000 Optique Vision High Street 0115 950 1499 optiquevision.co.uk

Twenty Eight Girls and Boys Barbers

32 Pelham Street, NG1 2EG 0115 958 6628 twentyeight.uk.com According to FHM Collections, these guys â&#x20AC;&#x153;bridge the gap between the sterile unisex salon and the back street barbers". We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t agree more. Peoples Barber Thurland Street 0772 702 9198 Peppers hairdressing Hounds Gate / Market Street / Forman Street 0115 959 9593 / 0115 947 5038 / 0115 947 3384 peppershairdressing.co.uk Posh Nails King Street 0115 988 1121 Q Hairdressing Carlton Street 0115 958 3030 Quarter Barbers Goosegate 0115 958 3628 quarterbarbers.co.uk Queen Nails Thurland Street 0115 924 2805 Raw Body Craft St James Street 0115 950 0004 bodycrafttattoo.com Rendezvous Barbers West End Arcade Ruby Room Hairdressing Clarendon Street 0115 941 3495 rubyroomhair.com Sonic Barbers Derby Road 0115 959 8090 Soul Hairdressing Derby Road 0115 950 0444 Steele Hairdressing Trinity Walk 0115 950 2400 steelehairdressing.co.uk

YMCA Gym

4 Shakespeare Street, NG1 4FG 0115 952 8803 nottsymca.com/students A 24-hour gym in the heart of Notts, with instructors who know their stuff. YMCA Gym is just one of Notts YMCA's services helping to develop healthier and more connected communities. Stephen Donald Eyewear Kings Walk 0115 958 2888 stephendonaldeyewear.co.uk Sutherland and Barnett Fletcher Gate 0115 950 7341 sutherlandbarnett.co.uk T.K Hair Salon West End Arcade 0753 304 5840 Tim Foster Hair Derby Road 0115 941 2266 timfoster.co.uk Twisted Sisters Salon Heathcoat Street Unique Nails and Beauty Lincoln Street 0115 924 3322 Urban Bliss UK Derby Road ubliss.co.uk USA Nails Trinity Walk 0115 950 8932 Voodoo Tattoo Upper Parliament Street 0115 947 4849 The Xpression Upper Parliament Street The Xpression Too Lincoln Street 0115 998 8915 Yi Xin Tang Trinity Walk 0115 958 1028 Zullo and Holland Upper Parliament Street 0115 950 4635 zulloandholland.com

SHOPPING C’mon, kids. That student loan ain’t gonna spend itself. There’s a whole world of goodies out there for you to spend your pennies on, and not just big chains either. Have a nosy around some of Nottingham’s best independent shops and treat yourself. Go on. You deserve it.

FASHION &Blanc Kings Walk 0115 837 2980 andblancfashion.com The Bag Company Wheeler Gate 0115 950 3572 bagcompany.co.uk Baklash Market Street 0115 924 1455 Gigi Bottega Flying Horse Walk 0115 979 9997 gigibottega.co.uk Graham Hill Menswear Market Street 0115 947 0272 grahamhillmenswear.co.uk Jolie Lingerie Flying horse walk 0115 908 2240 jolielingerie.co.uk Mimm Broad Street 0115 959 8156 mimm.co.uk

Miss Hype Fashion Broadmarsh Centre 0115 958 6859 Montana Goose Gate 0115 941 3544 montanashop.co.uk One BC Gedling Street 0115 979 9338 one-bc.com Poppy Blow Friar Lane 0774 865 0720 Relic West End Arcade Some Kind of Nature Heathcoat Street somekindofnature.com Stick & Ribbon Bridlesmith Walk 0115 941 4555 stickandribbon.com Threads Urban Clothing Broadmarsh Centre madeinnottm.co.uk Tutu The Exchange 0115 947 0189

Sue Ryder

30-32 Goose Gate, NG1 1FF 0115 958 2483 facebook.com/suerydergoosegate Located in Hockley, specialising in all things vintage and retro. Unique finds at great prices and it all goes towards providing incredible care. Check them out on Instagram @suerydernottingham

Void Carlton Street 0115 952 0039 voidclothing.net Wild Clothing Broad Street 0115 941 3928 wildclothing.co.uk

HOME AND GARDEN Brown Dog Interiors Derby Road 0115 924 0149 browndoginteriors.co.uk

Le Chien et Moi Derby Road 0115 979 9199 lcemstore.com

Stone the Crows Hounds Gate 0115 947 2408 stonethecrows.co.uk

Castle Sound & Vison Maid Marian Way 0115 958 4404 castlesoundvision.com

Nottingham Lighting Centre Maid Marian Way 0115 953 7088 nottinghamlightingcentre.co.uk

The Worm That Turned Derby Road 0345 605 2505 worm.co.uk

Danish Home Store Derby Road 0115 948 4428 danish-homestore.com

Perfect Furniture Upper Parliament Street 0115 924 1269 perfect-furniture.co.uk

JEWELLERY Carolyn Codd Jewellery Trinity Square 0115 985 9856 carolyncodd.com

Hallam Jewellery Upper Parliament Street 0115 941 1276 hallamfinejewellery.com

Stuart Thexton jewellery The Exchange 0115 988 1821 stuart-thexton.com

The Bead Shop Market Street 0115 958 8899 mailorder-beads.co.uk

J Herbert Jewellers Wheeler Gate 0115 941 7879

Temprell Pelham Street 0115 947 3472 temprell.com

Cathy Stephens jewellery Flying Horse Walk 0115 941 0800 cathystephens.co.uk Cope Jewellers Upper Parliament Street 0115 947 2692 copejewellers.co.uk Excel Jewellers St Peters Gate 0115 950 9666 exceljewellery.co.uk

Keishi Jewellery Cobden Chambers 0115 950 4526 keishijewellery.com Michael Levin Jewellers Pelham Street 0115 941 8600 michaellevinjewellers.co.uk

Trinity Goldsmiths Forman Street 0115 947 5052 trinitygoldsmiths.com

Rok Jewellery Wheeler Gate 0115 947 6262 rokaccessories.co.uk

SERVICES Apalts (Clothing alterations) Flying Horse Walk 0115 941 7747

M & C Fix (Phone repairs) Victoria Centre 0115 988 1314

Illpod (IT repairs) Broadmarsh Centre 0115 998 8924 illpod.com

Mobile Solutions (Phone repairs) Upper Parliament Street 0115 988 1556 nottinghammobilesolutions.co.uk

Insta print (Printing) Heathcoat Street 0115 941 8123Â instaprint.co.uk

Paramount Picture Framing Heathcoat Street 0115 941 0799 paramount-picture-framing.co.uk

Kings Walk Repairs (Shoe repairs) Kings Walk 0115 950 1738

PC Infinitum (IT repairs) West End Arcade 0115 998 0368 pcinfinitum.com

Photo Parlour (Photo studio) Queensbridge Road 0115 986 7776 photo-parlour.com Podz (Phone repairs) West End Arcade 0798 458 8354 Seetal Kumari Photography Derby Road

Top Ten Independents

Every year Nottingham BID runs a contest to find the best independent businesses in the city. In 2016 the top ten were: Debbie Bryan Stick n Ribbon The Coffee House

Annieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Burger Shack Specialty Coffee Shop Volt Nightclub Dukki Gifts

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We have vacancies for social workers for children and adults at Nottingham City Council. We offer a competitive salary, award-winning employee benefits scheme, excellent terms and conditions of employment, the Local Government Pension Scheme and much more!

As a student, you could also be a Homecare worker. You don’t need experience, but you can help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Your career development is really important to us and you will have a manager who supports you to develop your social work skills. We have various roles available from Newly Qualified to Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 Social Worker.

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SPECIALIST Andersons of Nottingham (Florist) King Street 0115 941 4392 nottinghamflorist.com

Elefair Giftware Broadmarsh 0794 901 8053 elefairy.com

Angela Vickers (Bridal) Heathcoat Street 0115 941 5616 angela-vickers.co.uk

Five Leaves Bookshop Long Row 0115 837 3097 fiveleavesbookshop.co.uk

The Art File (Giftware design) Weekday Cross 0115 850 7490 theartfile.com

Fletcher Gate Art Gallery Fletcher Gate 0115 950 9966 fletchergateartgallery.com

Barley Twist (Confectionary) Carrington Street 0775 179 8504

Focus Gallery Derby Road 0115 837 5570 focusgallerynottingham.com

Behind the Red Door (Giftware) Union Chambers 0115 950 2564 behindthereddoor.co.uk Big Apple (Big apple) West End Arcade 0115 956 2722 Books and Pieces West End Arcade 0115 958 8932 Bunneys Bikes Carrington Street 0115 947 2713 bunneysbikes.com Classical CD and Bookwise (Music) Goosegate 0115 948 3832 Cobden Place Cobden Chambers 0115 784 2944 cobdenplace.co.uk Contemporary Design Store Broadmarsh Centre madeinnottm.co.uk Dezigne (Boutique) Goose Gate 0115 837 0240 DOHM Shop Weekday Cross 0755 705 1625 dohmshop.com Dress Place (Bridal) George Street 0115 924 2409 dressplace.co.uk Dukki Design (Giftware) Broadmarsh 0115 941 3800 dukkigifts.co.uk

Forty Two (Sports) Victoria Street 0115 950 4852

Ideas on Paper

4 Cobden Chambers, NG1 2ED 07977 098 375 ideasonpapernottingham.co.uk An inspirational and collectible selection of zines, magazines, journals, and books inside. Their publications cover everything from fashion, art, culture and design, to business, economics, food, wine and travel. All complemented by a luxurious range of stationery, of course.

Framework and Lime Gallery Derby Road 0115 947 2132 limegallery.co.uk Gauntleys (Wines, whiskies and cigars) High Street 0115 911 0555 gauntleys.com Gee Dee Models Heathcoat Street 0115 941 2211 geedee-modelshop.com George Thornton Fine Art Flying Horse Walk 0115 924 3555 georgethorntonart.com The Golden Cage (Fancy dress) Derby Road 0115 9411 600 thegoldencage.co.uk Handmade Nottingham (Giftware) St James Street handmadenottingham.com Home Is Where the Heart Is (Homeware) Trinity Walk 0788 089 4394 Hopkinson (Giftware) Station Street 0115 837 1316 hopkinson21.co.uk Hung Up (Gallery) Derby Road 0784 186 1837 hungupltd.com

Forever Records

2A Cobden Chambers, NG1 2ED 0115 947 6237 forever-records.com Specialising in new music, second hand and classic records, Forever Records brings the best of vinyl to Nottingham. Set up by a true vinyl enthusiast, look out for their quirky events and playbacks.

Ice Nine Goosegate 0115 958 0786 icenine.co.uk Inspired Flying Horse Walk 0797 048 6385 facebook.com/InspiredNottingham James Bride Pelham Street 0115 947 2540 james-bride.com

The Magic Mirror (Fancy dress) Derby Road 0115 924 0748 themagicmirror.co.uk M Kemp Antiques Derby Road 0115 941 7055

Rough Trade

5 Broad Street, NG1 3AJ, 0115 8964021 roughtrade.com The record shop is one of the hottest hipster spots in the city. Primarily a record shop, where you’ll find everything from the hottest local tunes to classic vinyls. There’s also some pretty slick books on offer, too. Upstairs, you’re invited to arm yourself with a craft ale and some fresh vegan scran, and get stuck in to some proper music. Kold Chillin’ host one of the biggest hip hop nights in Nottingham and call Rough Trade their home, alongside the incredible Fan Club – the monthly club night and zine that puts women at the forefront.

Joe’s Store Friar Lane 0115 941 8882 joesstore.co.uk Kayes Pet Shop Trinity Walk 0115 941 8469 kayespetcentre.co.uk Knit Nottingham Trinity Walk 0115 947 4239 knitnottingham.co.uk The Little London Herbal Store Trinity Walk 0115 947 2854

ATTRACTIONS

Music Inn Alferon Road 0115 978 4403 musicinn.co.uk Nottingham City Guitars Woolpack Lane 0115 950 5909 nottinghamcityguitars.com Nottingham Drum and Guitar Centre Cranbrook Street 0115 841 4148 drumandguitar.co.uk Nottingham Stamp Centre Wollaton Street 0115 947 4747 P Spowage art gallery Byard Lane pspowageartgallery.com Page 45 (Comics) Market Street 0115 950 8045 page45.com Pearl Boutique Flying Horse Walk 0115 941 5307 pearl-boutique.com Pen Sense King Street 0115 947 2724 writing-instruments.so.uk Plates Records St James Street platesrecords.co.uk

Pop Press St James Street pop-press.co.uk Royalnatty West End Arcade royalnatty.co.uk St James’s Street Shoe repair St James Street 0115 941 4272 nottinghamshoerepairs.co.uk Stitch Line West End Arcade 0777 332 2819 The Tokenhouse (Giftware) Bridlesmith Gate 0115 950 2121 The Treat Kitchen (Confectionery) Wheeler Gate 0115 941 1661 thetreatkitchen.co.uk The Vaporium Goosegate theevapeoruim.co.uk Vintage Wines Derby Road 0115 947 6565 vintagewinegifts.co.uk Weavers Castle Gate 0115 958 0922 weaverswines.com Welch the Florist Derby Road 0115 973 7896 welchtheflorist.co.uk Windblowers (Musical instruments) Derby Road 0115 941 0543 windblowers.com

STAY

City Of Caves Broadmarsh Centre 0115 988 1955 cityofcaves.com

Harts Hotel Park Row 0115 988 1900 hartsnottingham.co.uk

Galleries of Justice Museum High Pavement 0115 952 0555 galleriesofjustice.org.uk

Lace Market Hotel High Pavement 0115 948 4414 lacemarkethotel.co.uk

St James Hotel Rutland Street 0115 941 1114 stjames-hotel.com

Health and Welfare If the proverbial hits the fan, we’ve got you covered. There’s always someone to lend an ear in good old Hoodtown... Nottingham Rape Crisis Helpline: 0115 9410440 nottinghamrapecrisis.org.uk

Mind Nottingham (Mental Health) Helpline: 0300 123 3393 Text: 86463 mind.org.uk

Nottingham Women’s Centre Telephone: 0115 9411475 nottinghamwomenscentre.com

Nottingham Street Pastors streetpastors.org Victoria Health Centre (Sexual Health Walk-in) Telephone: 0115 9627745 Glasshouse Street, NG1 3LW

Samaritans Telephone: 116 123 Email: jo@samaritans.org samaritans.org

The Topaz Centre (SARC) Telephone: 0845 600 1588 Email: support@topazcentre.org.uk topazcentre.org.uk Insight Healthcare (Mental Health) Telephone: 0300 555 5582 Email: east.midlands@insighthealthcare.org insighthealthcare.org

NOTTINGHAM

Queens Medical Centre (A&E) Telephone: 0115 9249924 Derby Road, NG7 2UH

Nottingham Counselling Service Telephone: 0115 950 1743 nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk Recovery Nottingham (Drug and Alcohol abuse) Telephone: 07920 586524 recoveryinnottingham.co.uk

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We’re here to help... ...but you can help us too!

The City Council provides a range of services that can help your time as a student in Nottingham go as smoothly as possible. Here’s some useful info on what we can do for you and also what you can do to help ensure the city continues to be a great place to live, study, work and play.

Help with housing We can help with a range of housing issues if you’re accommodation isn’t up to scratch, from rat problems to inadequate safety and security measures. Speak to your landlord first but if you have no joy, get in touch. If you live in a house in multiple occupation (HMO), we can advise if your landlord needs a licence to show the property meets certain standards. Go to www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk and search for ‘private sector housing’ for more info.

Get fit at low cost with us We think we have some of the best, most up-to-date council leisure centres in the country and we offer students discounted health and fitness membership giving you access to eight gyms, seven swimming pools, seven health suites and over 200 fitness classes every week. Go to www. nottinghamcity.gov.uk/ leisure and click ‘join us’ then ‘membership types’.

Help keep Nottingham clean... Nottingham has won accolades for being the cleanest big city in the UK. That doesn’t happen by accident! You can get a fine for dropping litter, including chewing gum and cigarette butts, so please make sure you use a bin.

...and tidy! Remember to bring your wheelie bin back in off the street after your rubbish has been collected. If you don’t, you could be blocking the way for someone with a wheelchair or a pushchair…and you can get fined for that too! If you’ve got bulky waste to get rid of, like an old sofa or fridge, we’ll collect it free of charge! You need to prove you’re a city resident to get this service by being on the Electoral Roll in Nottingham – see page 26 for more info.

Respect your neighbours If you’re having a party or are coming back from one, think about your neighbours who might have to get up for work early or have young children. Remember that could be you one day soon so be considerate and try not to let things get too loud or go on into the early hours.

For more information on being a student in Nottingham, check out www.nottmstudents.com 85

SPORT NOTTS COUNTY FC

Once managed by England’s Sam Allardyce, it’s been a tough few seasons for the world’s oldest professional league club. They were relegated from League One in the 2014-15 season, then entered another relegation battle the following season. But if there’s an upside to their struggles, it’s that the drudgery has inspired committed fans such as Jake Bugg, Shane Meadows, Vicky McClure and William Ivory. By contrast, the Notts County Ladies team compete at the top level and have a dozen or so international players in their ranks. They’d probably give the men’s team a decent game right now…

NOTTINGHAM PANTHERS

One of the biggest names in the Elite Hockey League; Panthers have won the League Championship no less than four times, including as recently as 2013. They’re also, by some way, the best supported team in British ice hockey with regular attendances of over 5,000 at the National Ice Centre. Get your tickets in advance, particularly for the big games against bitter rivals Sheffield Steelers, and keep your fingers crossed for a bit of scrapping. Stadium: National Ice Centre, NG1 1LA Chant: Repeat “Let’s Go Panthers!” ad infinitum.

panthers.co.uk

NOTTS COUNTY CRICKET CLUB

For the last nine years, Notts have competed at the top level of English County Cricket. Unfortunately, extended absences on England duties for Stuart Broad and Alex Hales haven’t helped their cause and they’ve just been relegated to the second tier. The club's limited overs team Stadium: Meadow Lane, NG2 3HJ is called the Notts Outlaws and they’re pretty Chant: “I had a wheelbarrow, the wheel fell off…” popular too. Their home is the legendary Trent to the tune of On Top of Old Smokey. Bridge venue, and for that alone it’s worth a nottscountyfc.co.uk visit, whether it’s to watch county championship, nclfc.co.uk Twenty20, one-day or tests.

NOTTINGHAM FOREST FC

Your folks will remember the halcyon days that Forest had in Europe under Brian Clough, but these days they compete at the second tier of English football. They’ve got a few decent players this season, a new foreign manager and a renewed hope. It’s not quite the same as the Cloughie days when John Robertson, Stan Collymore and Stuart Pearce were in the ranks, but it’s a step in the right direction. Unfortunately, the ladies team play their games at Basford United, are poorly funded and only compete at the third level of the game. Stadium: The City Ground, NG2 5FJ Chant: “Mull of Kintyre. Oh mist rolling in from the Trent.” by Paul McCartney’s Wings. Seriously. nottinghamforest.co.uk nottinghamforestladies.co.uk

Stadium: Trent Bridge, NG2 6AG Chant: Don’t be silly dear boy, that’s just not cricket.

trentbridge.co.uk

NOTTINGHAM RUGBY CLUB

Currently competing in the Championship, the second tier of English Rugby, the Green and Whites have been somewhat nomadic in recent years. After ground-sharing with Notts County FC for a stint, they have now settled at Lady Bay. They had a heyday in the eighties with the likes of Rob Andrew, Dusty Hare and Brian Moore in their squad, which they’ve yet to repeat, but their game is on the up. Stadium: Lady Bay, NG2 5AA Chant: “We’re the green and white army” to the tune of Seven Nation Army.

nottinghamrugby.co.uk

And there’s more... Until 2017, Nottingham is England’s official City of Football. This means that there are all manner of free footballing activities going on over the next few months. city-of-football.uk We have two roller derby teams – the Hellfire Harlots and Nottingham Roller Girls. The latter also have a men’s team, the wonderfully titled Super Smash Brollers. hellfire-harlots.co.uk nottsrollerderby.co.uk

We’ve not one, not two, but four competitive basketball teams in our city; Nottingham Hoods (Men’s), Nottingham Wildcats (Women’s), Notts Nova (Youth) and Mansfield Giants (Mixed). nottsbasketball.co.uk Nottingham Caesars are our resident American Football team and compete in the BAFA MFC. nottinghamcaesars.co.uk For those of you that like MMA; Jim ‘Judo’ Wallhead, Dan ‘Outlaw’ Hardy and Paul ‘Semtex’ Daley all live and train in the city.