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  1. Sky Mirror at Nottingham Playhouse

    Nottingham

    Anish Kapoor's Sky Mirror is a must see piece of art, located at Nottingham Playhouse within the city centre.

  2. Print Fair Contemporary 2026

    nottingham

    Nottingham Contemporary are excited to return this year with Print Fair Contemporary, taking place across the weekend of Sat 17 and Sun 18 Oct, with a launch Evening on Fri 16 Oct.

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  3. Heritage Open Days 2026 - Trent Bridge: Cricket Ground and Heritage Centre

    Nottingham

    Visit the world's second-largest cricket library, discover the history of the world-famous ground and County Club, see a new stained glass window and enjoy views from the highest grandstand.

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  4. Summer of Play

    Worksop

    Taking place from Saturday 18 July - Sunday 6 September, Clumber Park's Summer of Play offers 6 interactive zones, crammed full of imaginative ways to play.

  5. Secret and Sacred Libraries from East Midlands Parishes

    Nottingham

    Step into the sacred libraries of the East Midlands parish priests through books that they owned and annotated across the centuries.

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  6. Makers of Imaginary Worlds Magic Paintbrush

    Nottingham

    Step into an interactive, storytelling playground where you shape the tale using your imagination and immersive technologies.

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  7. Heritage Open Days 2026: Laundry With Matron

    Nottingham

    This Heritage Open Day, join our Matron to learn more about what gaol life looked like for Georgian female prisoners.

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  8. Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre & National Nature Reserve

    Edwinstowe

    Home of Robin Hood and once part of a royal hunting forest, Sherwood Forest Country Park covers 450 acres and incorporates some truly ancient areas of native woodland.

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  9. Highfields Park

    Add Highfields Park to your Itinerary

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    Highfields Park

    Lenton, Nottingham

    Since 1921 Highfields Park has remained the home of The University of Nottingham with the original Highfields House being absorbed into the campus as a staff annexe.

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  10. Heritage Open Days 2026: Talk: Newark Castle Past, Present and Future

    Beeston

    Learn about the history of Newark Castle from the time of Alexander the Magnificent in the 12th century all the way up to the present day.

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  11. Robin Hood Statue at Thoresby Park

    Newark

    Robin Hood is Nottingham’s most culturally significant attraction; our local hero represents freedom, strength and liberty. If you want to catch a glimpse of Nottingham’s favorite  vigilante, you should take a trip to Thoresby p ark to see Robin…

  12. Holiday Inn Mansfield-Alfreton Wedding Fayre

    South Normanton

    Come and meet the team, view the venue, the exhibitors are waiting to answer your questions.

  13. St Mary's Church Nottingham City Centre

    Nottingham

    t Mary’s Church – Grade 1 Listed and the largest medieval building in the city of Nottingham - is an iconic example of Nottingham’s prosperity during the 15th century. Its magnificent architecture - massive tower, slender columns, huge windows and…

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  14. Heritage Open Days 2026 at National Holocaust Museum - Everyday Histories

    Laxton, Newark

    Join the museum for Everyday Histories, a reflective day of learning that brings together material from our collections and the lived experience of a Holocaust survivor.

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  15. Good Riddance Book Launch with Andy McDermott

    Nottingham

    Nottingham-born author Andy McDermott returns to his home city for the UK launch of his new crime novel, Good Riddance, at The Bell Inn on Wednesday 23 September 2026.

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  16. Cosy Club Christmas Showcase

    Nottingham

    Step inside Cosy Club and discover how magical your Christmas celebration could be!

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  17. LagosPhoto: Stories of Movement and Belonging Launch Event

    Nottingham

    LagosPhoto Festival is one of Africa's most significant international contemporary arts festivals. Founded by the African Artists' Foundation in 2010, this month-long event biennially celebrates both emerging and established photographers through…

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  18. Heritage Open Days 2026

    Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture. Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out…

  19. Heritage Open Days 2026: The People of St Mary's Guided Tour

    Newark

    Hear unique tales ranging from the medieval period to the present day!

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