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Wonderful time OF THE YEAR THE IT’S IN NOTTINGHAM LITTLE HELPERS ARE HERE TO SHOW YOU JUST HOW MAGICAL NOTTINGHAM CITY CENTRE IS THIS CHRISTMAS! We’ve got a cracker of a magazine for you brimming with gorgeous gifts, great events and much more. Whether you’re buying for a foodie, tech lover or a little one, we’ve got the top prezzie picks from across the city centre, plus say goodbye to socks and scent sets with our look at the must-buy gift experiences on page 31.

Find out about our special Tea With Santa events on page 15 and show our local independent businesses some love on 2nd December with Small Business Saturday over on page 29. Plus, if you fancy winning some brilliant prizes, take a peek at pages 10 and 32!

Nottingham is the place to really enjoy your-elf this festive season, with Winter Wonderland in Old Market Square, Toy Testing at intu Victoria Centre and Santa’s Grotto at intu Broadmarsh plus much more on page 13. We’ve also got all the details on this year’s pantos on page 17 (oh yes we have!)

From special gifts to creating cosy memories – whatever you’re looking for this Christmas, It’s in Nottingham.

CONTENTS GIFTS FOR HER................................................................4

GADGET GIFTS..............................................................21

GIFTS FOR HIM.................................................................5

FOODIE GIFTS................................................................21

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS.....................................6

AFTER WORK CELEBRATIONS....................................23

FESTIVE ACCESSORIES...................................................9

CHRISTMAS JUMPERS..................................................24

HOT TICKETS COMPETITION......................................10

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS........................................25

WINTER WONDERLAND..............................................11

NEW YEAR’S EVE............................................................26

CHRISTMAS EVENTS.....................................................12

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY.......................................29

SECRET SANTA GIFTS...................................................14

GIFT EXPERIENCES........................................................31

TEA WITH SANTA EVENTS...........................................15

COMPETITIONS.............................................................32

BRIDLESMITH GATE GIFTS...........................................16

MORE NOTTINGHAM OFFERS...................................33

PANTOMIMES.................................................................17

TRAVEL INFORMATION................................................35

GIFTS FOR KIDS.............................................................19

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Jolly Gents Gifts

DISCOVER THE PERFECT PRESENT FOR THE SANTA IN YOUR LIFE. 01. JACK WOLFSKIN THE EXCHANGE Stormlock Pompom Beanie £25

02. SUPERDRY INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Orange Label Winter Zip Hoodie £74.99

03. MOTORPOINT ARENA BOLERO SQUARE Tickets to Chris Rock – Total Blackout Tour on Tuesday 23rd January from £53.20 04. PAGE 45 MARKET STREET ‘The Sound of the World by Heart’ by Giacomo Bevilacqua £22.99 05. BLUE BANANA EXCHANGE WALK Jack Daniels Belt Buckle (from a selection) from £29.99 06. FORBIDDEN PLANET FRIAR LANE Game of Thrones Jon Snow Funko Pop Figure (from a selection) from £9.99 07. HOUSE OF FRASER INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Howick Striped Dressing Gown £55 08. JOHN LEWIS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Cashmere Scarf £75 09. TWO SEASONS FLETCHER GATE Element Strike T-Shirt £28 10. RIVER ISLAND INTU VICTORIA CENTRE AND LISTER GATE Leather Strap Gloves £12 11. THE FRAGRANCE SHOP INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Diesel Only The Brave 200ml £64.50 12. COPE JEWELLERS UPPER PARLIAMENT STREET Breitling Colt Skyracer £1,810 All prices correct at the time of going to print.

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MAKE HER CHRISTMAS SPARKLE WITH THESE GORGEOUS GIFTS. 01. BAG COMPANY WHEELER GATE Leather Backpack £149 02. ROMAN INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Silver Skinny Sequin Scarf £14 03. VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FLYING HORSE WALK New Fond Dress in Red £410 04. J IGSAW VICTORIA STREET Luca Velvet Pom Slipper £45

05. BONMARCHÉ LOWER PARLIAMENT STREET Statement Flute Sleeve Coat £45

06. NEW LOOK LISTER GATE AND THURLAND STREET Navy Bra and Briefs £14.99 and £5.99 07. HOUSE OF FRASER INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Bare Minerals Go Nude or Make a Statement Lipstick Set £30 08. LUSH CLUMBER STREET Jolly Holidays Gift Set £29.50 09. MARKS AND SPENCER ALBERT STREET M&S Collection Fairisle Pyjama Top and Bottom £16 each 10. RADLEY THE EXCHANGE Darling Row Large Multiway Bag £229 11. GIGI BOTTEGA FLYING HORSE WALK Federica Tosi Star and Moon Earrings £85

12. JOHN LEWIS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Firebox Unicorn Tears Gin 50cl £40 All prices correct at the time of going to print.

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SHOPPING CROSS THOSE PRESENTS OFF YOUR LIST AFTER WORK OR HAVE A WANDER INTO TOWN AND ENJOY LATE NIGHT SHOPPING AND FABULOUS FOOD IN NOTTINGHAM CITY CENTRE.

The Exchange OPENING HOURS

WEEK

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TUE

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THU

FRI

SAT

SUN

w/c 20th Nov

9am – 6pm

10am – 5pm

w/c 27th Nov

9am – 6pm

9am – 7pm

9am – 6pm

10am – 5pm

w/c 4th Dec

9am – 6pm

9am – 7pm

9am – 6pm

10am – 5pm

w/c 11th Dec

9am – 6pm

9am – 7pm

9am – 6pm

10am – 5pm

w/c 18th Dec

9am – 8pm

10am – 5pm

w/c 25th Dec

CLOSED

10am – 5pm

9am – 6pm

10am – 5pm

w/c 1st Jan

CLOSED

9am – 6pm

10am – 5pm

You couldn’t be closer to some fab foodie finds with Queen Street a stone’s throw away. Enjoy classic fish and chips at George’s Great British Kitchen, or visit Bill’s next door for homely food in a cosy setting. Craving something sweet? Indulge yourself at Patisserie Valerie or walk through The Exchange and find that caffeine fix at 200 Degrees.

Debenhams

Marks & Spencer

Debenhams is open until at least 7pm, Monday to Friday from Monday 11th December until Christmas with even later opening on Wednesdays and Saturdays until 8pm. Sunday opening hours are 10am to 5:30pm.

Marks and Spencer is open from 8:30am to 8pm Monday to Saturday from Monday 3rd December to Saturday 23rd December and is open 10:30am to 4:30pm on Sundays. Christmas Eve: 10:30am to 4:30pm

Christmas Eve: 10am to 5:30pm

Boxing Day: 8am to 6pm

New Year’s Eve: 10:30am to 4:30pm

New Year’s Eve: 11am to 5pm

Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

intu Victoria Centre OPENING HOURS

WEEK

MON

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

SUN

w/c 20th Nov

9am – 6pm

9am – 7:30pm

9am – 6pm

8am – 9pm

9am – 7pm

11am – 5pm

w/c 27th Nov

9am – 7pm

9am – 6pm

9am – 7:30pm

9am – 6pm

9am – 7pm

11am – 5pm

w/c 4th Dec

9am – 8pm

11am – 5pm

w/c 11th Dec

9am – 8pm

11am – 5pm

w/c 18th Dec

9am – 8pm

10:30am – 5pm

w/c 25th Dec

CLOSED

8am – 7pm

9am – 7pm

10:30am – 5pm

w/c 1st Jan

10:30am – 5pm*

9am – 6pm

9am – 7:30pm

9am – 6pm

9am – 7pm

11am – 5pm

There’s plenty of food choice to re-fuel at intu Victoria Centre, with a selection of restaurants to satisfy the fussiest of eaters. Must-try’s include Thaikun Thai street food, Tortilla real Californian burritos and tacos, Caffè Rizzoli for prosecco with the girls, Ed’s Easy Diner is a winner for the kids and Nottingham Street Food Club has a host of different local independents serving up delicious street food.**

intu Broadmarsh OPENING HOURS

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TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT

SUN

w/c 20th Nov

9am – 5:30pm

9am – 8pm

9am – 5:30pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

w/c 27th Nov

9am – 5:30pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

w/c 4th Dec

9am – 5:30pm

9am – 7pm

9am – 5:30pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

w/c 11th Dec

9am – 5:30pm

9am – 7pm

9am – 5:30pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

w/c 18th Dec

9am – 7pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

w/c 25th Dec

CLOSED

10am – 5pm

9am – 5:30pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

w/c 1st Jan

CLOSED*

9am – 5:30pm

10:30am – 4:30pm

FOR MORE INFO ON CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS PLEASE VISIT

ITSINNOTTINGHAM.COM/XMASHOURS *Selected stores are open, please check website for details **Clocktower dining restaurants are open later. Individual store opening times may vary, please check website for details All times may be subject to change.

THE TIE

THE HEELS

01. TK MAXX MILTON STREET Silk Tie, From a Selection From £9.99 02. DEBENHAMS LONG ROW Hammond and Co Red Fox Tie £20

03. NEW LOOK WOMENS LISTER GATE AND THURLAND STREET Red Bow Strap Heels £27.99 04. OFFICE INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Host Navy Heels £64

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05. PIA EXCHANGE WALK Rudolf Pendant £29 06. ARGENTO BRIDLESMITH GATE & INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Nomination Snowflake Charm £18

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PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD AND JINGLE THAT JEWELLERY.

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THE WINTER BOOT 07. SHOE ZONE LISTER GATE Lilley Riding Boot £27.99 08. HOTTER LISTER GATE Belle Boot £135

THE WATCH 09. SWATCH INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Swatch X You Customised Watch From £41.50 10. TEMPRELL PELHAM STREET Daniel Wellington Watch £139

THE FORMAL SHOE 11. NEW LOOK MENS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Black Patent Shoes £29.99 12. VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FLYING HORSE WALK Utility Derby Lace Up Shoes £425 All prices correct at the time of going to print.

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TICKETS

Christmas is right around the corner but we’re giving you two amazing gifts early (just don’t tell Santa...) Nottingham has some of the best events around – and we’ve got tickets for two of the hottest shows in town up for grabs... You could win two tickets to The X Factor Live Tour on 23rd February 2018 at the Motorpoint Arena where, for the first time ever, the audience chooses the winner each and every night! Plus, we have a family ticket for four to this year’s glitzy panto, Beauty and the Beast, at The Theatre Royal starring Nottingham native Sherrie Hewson and TV and stage star Ben Richards. For your chance to win* one of these sparkling prizes head to

itsinnottingham.com/xmascomp

*Terms and conditions apply, see website for details 10

Festive GET INTO THE

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Winter Wonderland

Christmas at the Castle

OLD MARKET SQUARE AND LONG ROW

NOTTINGHAM CASTLE

Friday 17 November–Sunday 31 December

from Saturday 25 November

Nottingham’s Christmas market is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever, with more stalls and the UK’s largest Ice Bar!

There’s festive fun for the whole family at Nottingham Castle this Christmas. From a cosy Christmas shop in the gatehouse to a festive fayre in the Castle Café – Nottingham Castle is the place to be this Santa season – all with stunning views of our great city.

Step into Christmas and enjoy over 60 themed market and festive food stalls in Old Market Square, plus skate around the city’s gorgeous 60ft Christmas tree or keep your cool with a shot glass made of ice in the Ice Bar.

Follow a Christmas trail around the museum and galleries, then, as night falls, collect your lantern at the gate and discover more about the Castle’s fascinating history as you wander the grounds and descend into the caves by candlelight.

Afterwards, why not warm up in the two-storey Winter Bar with views over the ice rink, or slide down to the Helter-Skelter Bar for a glass of mulled wine, cider or winter cocktails.

Find out more and book your skating, Ice Bar and Castle tickets at

www.whatsonnottingham.com

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THE FESTIVE SEASON IS A GREAT TIME TO GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND ENJOY SLEIGH-MAZING EVENTS IN THE CITY! BEER AND CAROLS NIGHTS MALT CROSS 11th, 12th and 13th December - 18+ 17th December - Family friendly It’s time to don your Christmas bling and get ready to sing with Beer and Carols at the Malt Cross. Entry is free on a first come, first served basis and is open to all ages. High notes not your thing? Head over to the Handmade Nottingham Winter Market on the 19th November. Visit www.maltcross.com for more information.

SANTA’S GROTTO (IN ASSOCIATION WITH PLAYMOBIL) INTU BROADMARSH 24th November to 24th December Take your own Santa’s little helpers to see the man himself at intu Broadmarsh’s festively feel good grotto. The magic begins on 24th November and runs until Christmas Eve. Book online at www.intu.co.uk/broadmarsh

CHRISTMAS LIGHT EVENT THE EXCHANGE 25th November from 11am Be among the first to see the Exchange’s fabulous Christmas decorations and enjoy a feast of live festive music and amazing street magic, along with giveaways and sweet treats. Plus, pick up a tote bag on the day and it could contain up to £200 of Exchange shopping vouchers.

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS TREASURE HUNT FLYING HORSE WALK 1st – 24th December Visitors need to find each famous verse of the song hidden in the windows of 12 of the shops located in the arcade. The treasure hunt is free to enter, with a special prize for the winner who matches correctly each verse with the right store. Entry forms can be picked up from the arcade.

NEW YEAR’S SHOWS MOTORPOINT ARENA Tired of buying socks and chocs for Christmas? Why not treat them to an amazing show at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and have something special to look forward to. CHRIS ROCK 23rd Jan 2018 STRICTLY COME DANCING LIVE 6th & 7th Feb 2018 THE SCRIPT 13th Feb 2018 PALOMA FAITH 3rd March 2018 MICHAEL MCINTYRE 23rd – 25th March 2018 Visit www.motorpointarenanottingham.com for prices and gift cards.

CRAFT. FAIR. CONTEMPORARY. NOTTINGHAM CONTEMPORARY 17th – 19th November Buy them a cracker of a gift at Craft. Fair. Contemporary., featuring stalls from 34 designers and makers, family craft activities, live music and seasonal food and drink. Visit www.nottinghamcontemporary.com/event for more information.

TOY TES

TOY TESTING LAB INTU VICTORIA CENTRE 24th November – 24th December

Take your little ones along to help Santa find the best toys this Christmas! They’ll don a lab coat and glasses as they test out amazing toys, and will get a free gift to take away. Entry costs £3 and it runs every weekend from the 24th November, and then every day from the 16th – 24th December.

CRABTREE AND EVELYN THE EXCHANGE Friday 24th November and Friday 15th December Join the staff at Crabtree and Evelyn for their annual shopping events featuring hand treatments, prosecco and nibbles, a gift with purchase plus a 10% discount when you quote ‘reward10’. 12

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Christmas and skating go together like Santa and Rudolph, so head over to the National Ice Centre for fun themed skates below and enjoy festive skates from the 4th December – 7th January. CHRISTMAS FAMILY FOAM PARTY Sat 23rd Dec, 2:30pm-7pm CHRISTMAS FOAM PARTY Sat 23rd Dec, 7:30pm-9:30pm NEW YEAR’S FAMILY PAINT PARTY Friday 29th Dec, 5:30pm-7pm NEW YEAR’S PAINT PARTY Friday 29th Dec, 7:30pm-9:30pm

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Secret Santa Selections 01. THE TREAT KITCHEN WHEELER GATE ‘Gin & Tonic’ and ‘Prosecco & Strawberry’ Gummy Christmas Baubles £3.95 02. PAPERCHASE LOW PAVEMENT Santa Playing Cards £6 03. THE BODY SHOP ALBERT STREET AND BRIDLESMITH GATE The Body Shop x Henry Holland Limited Edition Truth or Dare Set £9 03

04. PRIMARK ANGEL ROW Reindeer Slippers £6 05. NEW LOOK LISTER GATE Blue Gem Drop Earrings £5.99 06. TK MAXX MILTON STREET Charity Socks for Cancer Research UK £2 02

07. THORNTONS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE AND LISTER GATE Continental Chocolate Gift Collection £10 08. ANN SUMMERS LONG ROW Novelty ‘Hunk’ Apron £10 09. SUE RYDER GOOSE GATE Jewellery – from a selection 10. RIVER ISLAND INTU VICTORIA CENTRE AND LISTER GATE Candy Kittens Sour Watermelon Sweets £8 11. NEXT INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Loose Leaf Tea and Accessories Set £8 12. TIGER INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Snowman mug £3 All prices correct at the time of going to print.

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go-ho-ho and see Santa with the little ones this Christmas?

It’s In Nottingham are hosting some magical ‘Tea with Santa’ events at some of the city’s most loved department stores. Throughout late November and December you can enjoy festive feel good story telling from Father Christmas himself, plus your little star can tuck into a yummy tea and take home a wrapped gift from Santa. Some of Nottingham city centre’s top department stores are welcoming Santa, including House of Fraser, Debenhams, John Lewis and Marks and Spencer.

Don’t forget Check out the Tea with Santa dates on Wednesday evenings, when the city’s shops are open longer up to 8pm*: WEDNESDAY 22ND NOVEMBER . . . . . . . . . 4:30PM - MARKS AND SPENCER WEDNESDAY 29TH NOVEMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30PM - JOHN LEWIS WEDNESDAY 6TH DECEMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30PM - HOUSE OF FRASER WEDNESDAY 13TH DECEMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:30PM - DEBENHAMS Tickets and events vary per store, with prices for a child ticket starting at £6. For more information and booking details, visit our website. *Please check with individual stores for closing times.

DISCOVER WHEN SANTA IS COMING TO A STORE NEAR YOU AT ITSINNOTTINGHAM.COM/TEAWITHSANTA

BRIDLESMITH

01. JOULES BRIDLESMITH GATE Berkley Scarf in Camel £24.95

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02. WHITTARD OF CHELSEA BRIDLESMITH GATE Limited Edition Christmas Chai £7 03. TED BAKER BRIDLESMITH GATE Global Luxe Paisley Velvet Jacket £995

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Premium Brands

04. WHITE STUFF BRIDLESMITH GATE Ralph Cable Knit Hat £19.95 05. ECCO BRIDLESMITH GATE Shape 55 Boot £140 06. ARGENTO BRIDLESMITH GATE & INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Nomination Mother and Daughter Charm £41

TREAT THEM TO A GORGEOUS GIFT FROM THE CITY CENTRE’S MOST STYLISH SELECTION.

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07. THE BODY SHOP BRIDLESMITH GATE Frosted Plum Festive Tin £20 08. C ATH KIDSTON BRIDLESMITH GATE Crescent Rose Buckle Backpack £58

09. REISS BYARD LANE (OFF BRIDLESMITH GATE) Hexan Textured Crew Neck Jumper £95 10. URBAN DECAY BRIDLESMITH GATE Vice Lipstick Palette £31.50 16

11. DUNE LONDON BRIDLESMITH GATE Be Loved Court Shoe £99 12. WATERSTONES BRIDLESMITH GATE Origin by Dan Brown (Hardback) RRP £20 All prices correct at the time of going to print.

! u o y d n i h e b s e ’ H NOTTINGHAM HAS SOME OF THE BEST PANTOS AROUND (OH YES WE DO!) SO GET READY TO BOO, HISS AND HAVE A GREAT TIME.

Beauty and the Beast THEATRE ROYAL, THEATRE SQUARE, NOTTINGHAM NG1 5ND Saturday 9th December 2017 to Sunday 14th January 2018 Tickets £18 - £35.50

on’t miss the Theatre Royal’s spellbinding family pantomime Beauty and the Beast starring much-loved actress, TV star, presenter, and Nottingham native, Sherrie Hewson as Mrs Potty, TV and stage star Ben Richards as the Beast and featuring the welcome return of panto favourites Ben Nickless and Andrew Ryan. This unmissable show will be packed with laughter, stunning costumes, music and plenty of festive magic.

Cinderella NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE, WELLINGTON CIRCUS, NOTTINGHAM NG1 5AF Friday 1st December 2017 to Saturday 20th January 2018 Tickets from £23, family tickets from £100. Pay what you can on 10th January.

xpect sumptuous costumes, magnificent scenery and a coach load of hilarity, slapstick, song and dance in Kenneth Alan Taylor’s magical Cinderella. Prepare to boo, hiss and cheer – oh yes you will! – in this perfect festive treat.

DISCOVER NEW FLAVOURS Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Nottingham Taste Finder With over 250 places in Nottingham to eat and drink, our interactive food and drink finder can help you to find the perfect place to relax after an evening of shopping!

VISIT

WWW.ITSINNOTTINGHAM.COM/TASTE

to take the quiz

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Little Angels SEE THEIR FACES LIGHT UP WITH THESE PLAYFUL PRESENTS.

01. ARGOS LOWER PARLIAMENT STREET AND INTU BROADMARSH Paw Patrol Chase £49.99 02. MONSOON INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Ruthy Red Faux Fur Coat £43

03. TRESPASS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Drip Drop Waterproof Rain Suit From £23.99 04. WILKO LOWER PARLIAMENT STREET AND INTU BROADMARSH Cash Register Play Set £12 05. N EXT INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Pom Pom Hat and Mittens Set From £10 06. J OHN LEWIS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Star Wars Advanced Battle Drone £169.99

07. D EBENHAMS LONG ROW Beauty and the Beast Mug £12 08. C ATH KIDSTON BRIDLESMITH GATE Lion Backpack £27 09. JOJO MAMAN BÉBÉ POULTRY Woodland Skittles £14 10. HOUSE OF FRASER INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Hamleys Bear £18 11. M ARKS AND SPENCER ALBERT STREET Paddington™ Plush Toy £12 12. D R MARTENS THE EXCHANGE Delaney Gold Glitter Junior Boots From £70

All prices correct at the time of going to print.

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01. THE CHEESE SHOP FLYING HORSE WALK Bespoke hampers made up to £100 02. WHISKY SHOP CHEAPSIDE Loch Fyne Living Cask, Batch 4 – 50cl £45

03. WHITTARD OF CHELSEA BRIDLESMITH GATE Christmas Pudding Biscuits £7 04. DELILAH FINE FOODS VICTORIA STREET Local Hamper of favourites from Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire From £76 05. HOTEL CHOCOLAT ALBERT STREET Yule Log £20 06. THE TREAT KITCHEN WHEELER GATE Mulled Wine Gourmet Sweets £9.95

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Go Gadget Go! GREAT GADGET TREATS FOR THE TECHIE IN YOUR LIFE.

07. SEVENOAKS SOUND AND VISION FLYING HORSE WALK Bowers and Wilkins FX Wireless Headphones £329 08. HOUSE OF FRASER INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Fitbit Alta in Fuschia £129.99

09. CASTLE SOUND AND VISION MAID MARIAN WAY Rega Research Planar 2 Turntable £375 10. SUPERFI MARKET STREET Bose Soundlink Micro Bluetooth Speaker £99.95 11. ARGOS LOWER PARLIAMENT STREET AND INTU BROADMARSH Amazon Dot in White £49.99 12. LAKELAND WHEELER GATE KitchenAid® Artisan® 175 Stand Mixer Ice Blue £549.99 All prices correct at the time of going to print.

ACCREDITING

NOTTINGHAM

as an entertaining, diverse, safe and enjoyable city for

CONSECUTIVE YEARS!

Find out about Nottinghamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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After Work

CELEBRATIONS

THERE’S SNOW TIME OF YEAR QUITE LIKE CHRISTMAS, SO GATHER YOUR WORK PALS AND ENJOY THESE CITY CENTRE ANGELS FOR FOOD, DRINK AND PLENTY OF FESTIVE CHEER.

PIT & PENDULUM

PELHAM STREET AND VICTORIA STREET

Whether you’re on the naughty or nice list, head over to the gorgeously gothic P&P for a Seven Deadly Sins cocktail and some great grub.

SLUG & LETTUCE THE CORNERHOUSE

Say a huge cheers to the sparkliest time of year with 50% off food on Mondays (excludes Bank Holidays) and 2-4-1 on delicious cocktails (check for availability).

RED’S TRUE BARBECUE QUEEN STREET

Leave with a belly bigger than Santa’s with epic burgers, meat feasts and desserts with a sprinkle of Christmas magic.

GEORGE’S GREAT BRITISH KITCHEN QUEEN STREET

Have yourself a merry little Cod-mas with sumptuous fish and chips, plus enter a sugarplum wonderland with their candy floss pudding.

JUNKYARD BRIDLESMITH WALK On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me - great craft beer, yummy bar food and a cocktail or three!

PIEMINISTER ANGEL ROW Yule want the cold weather to stay so you can enjoy the cosy pie, mash and gravy delights here.

MALT CROSS ST JAMES STREET Toast to the most wonderful time of the year in this gorgeous former music hall with tasty guest ales and hearty food.

LAS IGUANAS CHAPEL BAR Tis the season to be spicy so why not get the party started with their Carnival of Christmas, plus its 2-4-1 cocktails all day every day! For more festive dining inspiration – plus our interactive food and drink finder quiz – visit ITSINNOTTINGHAM.COM/TASTE

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FOR HER 01. OASIS THE EXCHANGE Gingerbread Christmas Jumper £40 02. TOPSHOP INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Bauble Jumper £55 03. DEBENHAMS LONG ROW Sequin Dog Jumper £35 04. DOROTHY PERKINS INTU BROADMARSH Bauble Jumper £26 05. MARKS AND SPENCER ALBERT STREET M&S Collection Christmas Jumper £29.50 06. WAREHOUSE THE EXCHANGE Soft Deep Bardot Jumper £39

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FOR HIM 07. PRIMARK LONG ROW Fairisle Jumper £12 08. RIVER ISLAND INTU VICTORIA CENTRE AND LISTER GATE Dinosaur Christmas Jumper £28 09. TOPMAN INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Merry Xmas Jumper £30 10. WHITE STUFF BRIDLESMITH GATE Bears Charity Jumper £55 11. BURTON BEAST MARKET HILL Navy Naughty List Jumper £28 12. BLUE INC INTU BROADMARSH Navy Cut and Sew Jumper £19.99

WEAR CHRISTMAS WITH PRIDE AND DON THESE KNITTINGHAM GEMS.

NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS

All prices correct at the time of going to print.

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ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CHARITY

NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS

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01. WILKO UPPER PARLIAMENT STREET AND INTU BROADMARSH Feather Encapsulated Bauble £1 02. TOPSHOP INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Tinsel Cat Bauble £6

WHITE CHRISTMAS

03. MARKS AND SPENCER LISTER GATE White Knitted Stocking £19.50 04. NEXT INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Set of Two Heart Decorations £5 05. T K MAXX MILTON STREET White Pinecone Wreath, From a Selection £12.99

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06. D EBENHAMS LONG ROW Unicorn Decoration £7

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BEDAZZLE THAT TREE AND CREATE YOUR OWN GROTTO WITH THESE FAB PICKS FROM TWO KEY TRENDS.

MERRY AND BRIGHT 07. JOHN LEWIS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Lima Llama Tapestry Pom Pom Stocking £20 08. ACCESSORIZE LISTER GATE AND INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Bell Heart Decoration £6

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09. HOUSE OF FRASER INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Fox with Scarf Decoration £8 10. PRIMARK LONG ROW Mickey Mouse Bauble £5 11. NEXT INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Slogan Bauble (pack of four) £8 12. PAPERCHASE LOW PAVEMENT Pom Pom Wreath £15

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NEW YEAR’S EVE It’s time to grab your glitziest outfit, pop the champagne and toast to a fabulous 2018, and where better to celebrate than Nottingham city centre! From club nights and classical music to fireworks at the Castle, there’s something for everyone to see in the New Year. Pop on those dancing shoes and party into the early hours with dazzling club nights at Rock City, Pom Pom, Pryzm and Ink. Or if you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy great live music then head to Oaks for performances by Gemma Danielle and Franklyn Ogosi. Head over to The Theatre Royal Nottingham for an evening of full on glamour at the New Year’s Classical Gala, featuring timeless music from West Side Story and a Midsummer Night’s Dream. Tickets start from £15 and can be booked at trch.co.uk. Feeling lucky? Alea Casino have their New Year’s Eve Ball with a drink on arrival, live band and a delicious four course meal for just £60 per person. The Grosvenor Casino are also seeing in the New Year in style with music from Shakes & DJ Razor, prize draws, a buffet and plenty of bubbles with tickets and packages from £25. Discover more ways to celebrate 2018 in Nottingham at

itsinnottingham.com/newyearseve.

01. MONSOON INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Stasia Star Velvet Jacket £99

02. TED BAKER BRIDLESMITH GATE Saphia Navy Skirt £120 03. ACCESSORIZE INTU VICTORIA CENTRE AND ALBERT STREET Katie Crystal Statement Earrings £15 04. DUNE BRIDLESMITH GATE Cliopatra Heels £90 05. DR MARTENS THE EXCHANGE Tassel Brando Leather Saddle Bag £125 06. DEBENHAMS LONG ROW Principles - Ben De Lisi Dress £55 07. MARKS AND SPENCER ALBERT STREET NYE Dress £89

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08. BURTON BEASTMARKET HILL Burgundy Velvet Tuxedo Jacket £75 09. PRIMARK LONG ROW Tan Stretch Chino £9 10. NEW LOOK MENSWEAR INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Navy Print Shirt £19.99 11. FATFACE BRIDLESMITH GATE Cashmere Crew in Chocolate £98

12. JOHN LEWIS INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Made in Italy Holdall £165 13. OFFICE INTU VICTORIA CENTRE Giles Boot £89.99 27

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F LY I NG HOR SE WAL K BO U T I Q U E SH O P P I N G AR CAD E

THIS CHRISTMAS PAY A VISIT TO FLYING HORSE WALK FOR AMAZING GIFT INSPIRATION AND ALL YOUR FESTIVE SHOPPING NEEDS A luxury shopping arcade in Nottingham city centre, connecting South Parade and St Peter’s Gate, housing a range of national and independent boutiques and brands, including fashion, bridal wear, art, food and drink, gifts and crafts, barbering and alterations.

OUR SHOPS INCLUDE APALTS • BERKETEX BRIDE • BREW CAVERN • BRIK SQUARED BARBERSHOP • CATHY STEPHENS JEWELLERY • FLYING HORSE VAPES • GEORGE THORNTON ART • GIGI BOTTEGA • INSPIRED • PEARL BOUTIQUE • SEVENOAKS SOUND AND VISION • SLATERS • THE CHEESE SHOP • VIVIENNE WESTWOOD • WHITEWALL GALLERIES • 200 DEGREES

VISIT www.flyinghorsewalk.co.uk FlyingHorseWalkNotts

@FlyingHorseWalk

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SMALL BUSINESS

S AT U R D AY

2 ND D E C E M B E R Nottingham has some quirky and creative shops and venues so why not show them some love this Small Business Saturday, and support the local economy and our tree-mendous businesses!

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Recommendations UNIQUE GIFTS

ROOM AT THE INN

Forget rummaging round the leftover choccies over Christmas and instead stock up on The Treat Kitchen goodies on Wheeler Gate. They make delicious fresh fudge in store and have indulgent hot chocolate spoons which are perfect for cosy evenings. Explore the widest range of comics and graphic novels in the city at Page 45 on Market Street who’ve been representing our great small businesses since 1994.

Visiting Nottingham for the weekend or after a recommendation for friends? Nottingham city centre has two stylish stays worth seeing. St James Hotel on Rutland Street is a boutique delight with gorgeous rooms, a sumptuous restaurant and the perfect penthouse. Head a little further into the city and you’ll discover The Lace Market Hotel on High Pavement, where they ask you to give in to rare indulgence and enjoy the wonderful rooms, food and cocktails on offer.

EATING AND DRINKING

YOU BEAUTY

You can’t visit Nottingham city centre without popping by Annie’s Burger Shack on Broadway for an epic bite. Everything on the menu can be made either vegetarian or vegan, so there’s something for everyone! Christmas is a time for sharing, and what better place than Baresca on Byard Lane. With tonnes of tapas dishes and their £11.95 menu Del Dia is the perfect place to visit with friends this festive season.

Christmas is the perfect excuse to pamper yourself and The Beauty Temple on Queen Street are on hand (and foot!) to add a little festive sparkle with melting massages, merry makeovers and glasses of prosecco-ho-ho-ho to make your visit evening more delightful. Fancy a new do? Visit Icon Hair and Beauty on the top floor of The Cornerhouse and add some extra highlights to your festive break.

DISCOVER MORE about our Nottingham city centre independent businesses at www.itsinnottingham.com/independents

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THE PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING? Treat them to a great gift experience in Nottingham city centre and say bye-bye to body spray sets, and hello to being their favourite gift bearer this Christmas.

ARE YOU ADVENTURER ENOUGH? Treat them to their own rainforest adventure with Lost City gift vouchers to enjoy 18 or 36 holes of adventure golf at The Cornerhouse.

ONE FOR THE FILM FANATIC Treat them to the gift of film with a membership at Broadway Cinema on Broad Street for only £27 which gives them access to instant discounts and much more. Cineworld in The Cornerhouse also have an unlimited movie pass for £17.90, so they can binge watch the latest blockbusters.

MUSIC TO THEIR EARS Tickets to a gig at Rock City on Talbot Street, Rescue Rooms on Goldsmith Street and The Bodega on Pelham Street could be music to their ears – check their individual listings for full details.

EXPLORE THE CITY If they love a little law and order then sentence them to a tour of the National Justice Museum on High Pavement in the Lace Market, or why not satisfy their curiosity with a trip down to the City of Caves in Nottingham, part of the National Justice Museum.

VISIT WWW.ITSINNOTTINGHAM.COM and browse our directory of Nottingham businesses for more unique gift inspiration.

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Win a little gift for yourself or a fab present for a loved one this Christmas with the It’s in Nottingham Christmas Facebook giveaways! Keep an eye out throughout December and you could win some amazing prizes. #NottmXmasGiveaways • Dine out this Christmas with a £50 Tarn Thai voucher • Say Santa Bébé with a £50 JoJo Maman Bébé voucher • Sparkle this festive season with a £50 Pia Jewellery voucher • Always be on time for those parties! Design your own Swatch x You watch • Loosen those Santa belts with a selection of pick n’ mix food with a plank party for 5 at the Pit and Pendulum • Step into Christmas with a £50 Ecco Shoes voucher • Celebrate in style with a VIP booth and Christmas cocktails for 6 at Slug & Lettuce • Buy gifts, outfits and more with a £100 Biba @ House of Fraser voucher • Forget the turkey with a £50 Annie’s Burger Shack Voucher • Fuel your Christmas shopping mission with a meal for 2 at Barburrito • Dazzle and shine with a Temprell Jewellery necklace worth £89 • Treat a friend to dinner and drinks with a £50 voucher to spend at The Loxley.

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Over 80 exclusive offers in Nottingham city centre Did you know that you can enjoy great city centre savings on eating and drinking, shopping and things to do with the MORE Nottingham offer scheme? Simply show an Easyrider card, Robin Hood card or a student card to redeem the offers.

• 20% off at The Beauty Temple

To take a look at the great MORE Nottingham offers visit itsinnottingham.com/more

• 20% off at Lost City Adventure Golf

Or search MORE Nottingham in your app store to see them all!

• £4.50 coffee and breakfast at 200 Degrees • £1.99 double cheeseburger and fries at Burger King • 50% off food at Southbank • Free styling session at Aveda Urban Therapy *See website for terms and conditions.

To enjoy all the amazing offers simply show any of the cards shown at the time of purchase! Easyrider card – the convenient, prepaid smart travel card which provides UNLIMITED all day travel, including late night buses, across the NCT network* at prices cheaper than on bus cash tickets. Pick one up at the NCT Travel Centre in Old Market Square.

Robin Hood Travel Card – It’s never been easier to travel in and around Nottingham by bus,train or tram with the Robin Hood Card. Simply buy a pay-as-you-go card from any of the Robin Hood Network ticket machines across the city, pick up a season ticket from the Victoria Bus Station (For tram only season tickets visit the NET Travel Centre on King Street).

Student card – Enjoy all of the great MORE Nottingham offers with a valid student card

Not got any of these cards? Robin Hood cards can be bought for £2 at machines throughout the city. Visit robinhoodnetwork.co.uk to find out more.

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GREAT CHRISTMAS SHOPPING, EVENTS, AMAZING OFFERS AND FOOD ARE JUST A BUS, TRAM OR CAR RIDE AWAY THIS FESTIVE SEASON

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It’s no fuss with the bus, especially with Nottingham City Transport’s Grouprider ticket. It’s the best value way for families or two adults to travel and is available after 09:30 on weekdays and any time on weekends and Bank Holidays. Buy the ticket on the NCTX Buses app with your debit/credit card or on the bus with cash. Nottingham City Transport is the perfect option for getting home on New Year’s Eve too! For more information

Avoid the traffic and travel by tram throughout the festive period. With 7 park and rides conveniently located on the outskirts of the city and 5,000 free spaces, you can hop on the tram and get dropped off at Winter Wonderland, the Theatre Royal or the Lace Market. The popular £5 group ticket (Up to 2 Adults and 3 Children) will be available all day Tuesday 26th December until Friday 5th January as well as after 4pm and weekends throughout December. Trams will also be running late on New Year’s Eve, making it the perfect way to get home from the big celebration!

VISIT WWW.NCTX.CO.UK/CHRISTMAS.

VISIT WWW.THETRAM.NET

CAR / PARKING

PARK AND RIDE

Prefer to load up your car with shopping bags and hit the road? There’s plenty of parking options in Nottingham. Plus, all roadworks are suspended over December, making getting into Nottingham easier than ever.

If you don’t fancy parking in the city centre then there’s plenty of Park and Ride options available in Nottingham. • Clifton South, NG11 8BF - Tram • The Forest, NG7 6AQ - Tram

NCP Stoney Street - NG1 1LS

• Hucknall, NG15 7TD - Tram

NCP Nottingham City - NG1 6HG

• Moor Bridge, NG6 8AE - Tram

NCP Maid Marian Way - NG1 6AE

• Phoenix Park, NG8 6AS - Tram

Trinity Square (North Church Street) - NG1 4AF

• Toton Lane, NG9 7JA - Tram

Lace Market (Fletcher Gate) - NG1 1QE

• Wilkinson Street, NG7 7NW - Tram

Broadmarsh East (Popham Street) - NG1 7JD

• Queen’s Drive Park and Ride, NG2 1AP - Bus

Sheriff’s Lodge (Canal Street) - NG1 7HG

• Racecourse Park and Ride, NG2 4BE - Bus

VISIT ITSINNOTTINGHAM.COM/TRAVEL FOR MORE INFORMATION