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Nottingham Lakeside Arts is The University of Nottingham's unique public arts centre and museum presenting an eclectic programme of music, dance, theatre, visual art, special collections and family events all year round.
Based in the idyllic grounds of Highfields Park with two excellent cafés and a gallery shop with craft cabinets selling original works by leading craftmakers, there’s a varied programme including free events and workshops for both families and individuals.
With a direct tram stop outside, Nottingham Lakeside Arts is the ideal place to take time out, unwind and experience the best visual and performing arts. And now, you can get a reduced £2 tram return ticket for Lakeside ticketed events. All you need is your ticket for the Lakeside event/show, then select the event ticket on the tram ticket machine and board the tram!
For more information, get in touch @LakesideArts on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
Take a look at our brochure here
Box office:
Performance nights
Monday - Saturday: 10am until half an hour after start of the performance
Non-performance nights
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: 12noon - 4pm
Djanogly Gallery, Gallery Shop & University of Nottingham Museum
Tuesday - Saturday: 11am - 5pm
Sunday: 12noon - 4pm
Weston Gallery
Tuesday - Friday: 11am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday: 12noon - 4pm
Pavilion Cafe
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
Click here to read or download the Access Guide for Lakeside Arts:
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult Price | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
| Opening (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020) |
|---|
* Box office:
Performance nights,
Monday - Saturday: 10am until half an hour after start of the performance.
Non-performance nights,
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm,
Sunday 12noon - 4pm.
Djanogly Gallery, Gallery Shop & University of Nottingham Museum,
Tuesday - Saturday: 11am - 5pm,
Sunday: 12noon - 4pm.
Weston Gallery,
Tuesday - Friday: 11am - 4pm,
Saturday & Sunday: 12noon - 4pm.
Pavilion Cafe,
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm.
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