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The nights are drawing in, there’s a chill in the air... autumn has well and truly arrived. In the words of Albert Camus, autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower, and whether you're wandering amongst the ancient oaks of Sherwood Forest or along Europe’s longest avenue of Lime Trees at Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire has some spectacular spots to stretch your legs and embrace autumn's stunning seasonal displays.

While the city offers its diverse culture of shopping, night life and international cuisine, sometimes what we really want is to escape the hustle and bustle and retreat into a calmer, slower way of life. Nottinghamshire has a great balance between urban cool and country charm, with the north of the county full of rolling hills, legendary forests and great activities. We've teamed up with Kayak to bring the best of Nottinghamshire to your doorstep.

The Heights of Abraham is an extraordinary place of natural beauty, transformed into a unique visitor attraction for all the family. We take a look at the 'seven wonders' of the Heights of Abraham and just what makes this place so special.

Nottingham offers a huge amount of potential for photographers both professional and amateur. Visit Notts caught up with Lamar Francois, one of Nottingham’s top photographers, who gave us his advice on how to get some great photos of our beautiful city.

The final bank-holiday of the year is almost here. Whether you’re looking to laugh out loud at live stand-up, end the holidays on a high with some family fun or get your groove on to live music, there’s plenty happening in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire to make the most of the long weekend!

When the world goes awry and you need a break from all the tiring hustle and bustle, why not go for a stroll and connect with nature?  No need to venture out of the city into the picturesque Nottinghamshire countryside for a walk if you don’t have much time to spare – a quiet saunter in the scenic University of Nottingham campus can be just as therapeutic for your eyes and soul.  Read on if you're in for a stroll across the grounds of the University of Nottingham.