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We all know that Sherwood Forest was the hiding place of Robin Hood, but did you know that it was also used to hide tanks, ammunition and even a whole railway system during the Second World War? The Sherwood Forest and Newark area is steeped in modern history as well as medieval which is the focus of the Spirit of Wartime Sherwood Trail.

Just like places names, the daily language we use marks our identity. Simply, because it signals group membership and affiliation to a special place. And how important that is, is shown by merchandise.

The National Curry Week has arrived! For the sporty types amongst us – no we’re not talking about the professional basketball player Stephen Curry – we’re talking about the delicious dish all Brits just can’t seem to get enough of. In light of this special week we present you a selection of our favourite curry dishes and where to find them. Get ready for a listing of fabulous curry restaurants in Nottingham!

You see place names everywhere, but how often do you stop and think about what they mean? Place names can actually tell you a lot. For example, about people, history and landscape. Who lived in this area? Who invaded and what did the landscape used to be like?

On 27 November 1982, Sir Elton John gave the inaugural concert to mark the opening of the new Royal Concert Hall in Nottingham. With its ground-breaking design and innovative acoustics, for the past forty years the Royal Concert Hall has become renowned for hosting the very best in entertainment including world-leading orchestras, pop and rock stars, West End musicals, stand-up comedy, family shows and community events.

350 artists, 30 venues, five charities and one wristband. It all adds up to the return of Hockley Hustle for the first time in three years following a Covid enforced hiatus.