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Spectator Sports
World class sport to see and enjoy all year round
Nottinghamshire is the perfect place to enjoy sport and get active, boasting world-class facilities and great sporting pedigree.
If you are one of the lucky fans that will be coming to Nottinghamshire to watch a sporting event then we have put together lots of information within this website to help you find directions on ‘how to get here’ as well as information about the surrounding towns and of course the city of Nottingham, ideas of where to stay, eat, nightlife and perhaps places to visit when you're not busy watching sport!
Football
Did you know that Nottingham is the home to two-time European Cup winners? This being Nottingham Forest Football Club. We are also home to the Oldest Football League Club in the world, Notts County F.C. It was formed in 1862 and was a founder member of the English Football League in 1888, making the club an important part of football history.
Both football stadiums are in walking distance from Nottingham Train Station, with convenient links from Nottingham city centre. Many fans even walk the distance.
Cricket
Nearby to the football stadiums, you’ll find the world famous Trent Bridge, which has seen Test Cricket being playing for over a century. Home of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, Trent Bridge is a world-famous cricketing landmark. Recognised as one of the finest cricket venues across the globe, it has acted as host for county and Test cricket since 1838 and is the world's third oldest Test ground. Each summer they host various Test and Vitality matches as well as fixtures during The Hundred.
Rugby
Nottingham Rugby Club has been in the city since 1877, originally based at Ireland Avenue in Beeston before moving to Meadow Lane and then onto their current home, The Bay, in West Bridgford. Nicknamed "The Archers", the club compete in Champ Rugby, England's second tier of professional rugby, and their style of play is described as "fast-paced, attacking and exciting". Spectators can expect to see high risk, high reward rugby with plenty of points being scored.
Horse Racing
Nottinghamshire is also proud to be home of two thoroughbred horse-racing tracks which have been in existance since the 1800s: Nottingham Racecourse and Southwell Racecourse. The history books show racing taking place in Nottingham as far back as 1773 at what’s described as ‘Nottingham Forest’ but by the end of the 19th Century the Nottingham Racecourse had moved to the present site of nearly 300 acres at Colwick Park.
Both courses feature event days including the likes of Ladies Day, Family Fun Day, and Gents Day, meaning there is always something to look forward to throughout the year.
Ice Sakting & Ice Hockey
The National Ice Centre is home to the GB Short Track Speed Skating squad. Public skating sessions and amazing seasonal events take place daily and families are welcome, with under 5s skating for free. For more information about participating, click here.
The National Ice Centre & Motorpoint Arena Nottingham are also home to local legends The Nottingham Panthers. The only professional ice hockey team in the East Midlands, you can catch Panthers' home fixtures at The National Ice Centre & Motorpoint Arena Nottingham during the Elite League season, usually running September - April each year.
Tennis
The Nottingham Tennis Centre also has excellent facilities and has played host to many international tournaments. This includes the Nottingham Open, which is an annual event held just before the Wimbledon Open, and threfore regularly attracts some of the best tennis players in the world.
Get Stuck In
If taking part in sporting activities is more your thing, then why not check out the ‘Get Active’ section of our website. You’ll find out everything you need to know about all the different types of sporting activities that you can get involved in.
