carni 10,094 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 On the 13th Sept, We are dropping our Son and partner off in Nottingham. They are staying at The Ibis on Fletcher Gate for a weeks Holiday. What a compliment they pay us. Of all of the places in the British Isles to choose from. They choose Nottingham as their favorite City. Brought up with class, I say! They have plans for..Wollaton Hall, Belvoir Castle, The Tunnels, Robin Hood and Ghost tours( if still operating) and generally strolling the streets of the City. If any one knows of any local events of interest happening, we would be be pleased to investigate. They won't have a car, so will be limited to Buses and Trains. By the way, does any one know if the'Hot Pea Stall' in the Market is still open? Many thanks for any tips. 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveN 1,118 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 There's a "Whats On" section on the Post's website http://www.nottinghampost.com/entertainment Here's amother link to the council's page http://gossweb.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/googlesearch/searchresults.htm?q=what's%20on%20nottingham%20september 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
... 1,411 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 Carni,perhaps a game of pitch and putt followed by a row in the boat lake and a ice cream,university boating lake. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MelissaJKelly 2,124 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 If you're referring to the one in Vic Centre Market Carni I believe it is 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
firbeck 860 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 Here's one I did a few years ago, catch the Robin Hood Line train to Newstead then walk down the lane to Newstead Abbey, it's a lovely walk, past the site of Annesley Sheds, then into the park, if I remember right it was free to get into the park and gardens, you just have to pay to go round the house. I don't know what the bus arrangements are to Edwinstowe these days, we used to catch the East Midland bus from Huntingdon Street many years ago when we spent weekends with my uncle. I loved my weekends in Sherwood Forest, there must still be a service I would have thought, then they can go and visit the Major Oak or better still go for a wander into the depths of the real forest where the tourists don't go. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveN 1,118 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 A book that might be interesting for a visit to Nottingham is one I bought recently from the Tourist & Information Office under the Council House. It's called "Walks by Public Transport In Nottingham" by Paul Madely £9.99. It lists 20 walks around the city (few just outside) and gives details including buses to catch, eating & drinking places, full description of travelling round each 'walk' and of course what to see. There's no publisher mentioned so I can only assume it's either been published by the writer himself or the tourist office. If you want more details about the walks let me know. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
.... 23 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 The Broadway Cinema/Media centre for a film/food might be a visit at only a few minutes walk away. As something different, the Nottingham Panthers ice hockey team play a home game on the 13th. Again, but a few minutes walk away. Newstead Abbey is a nice idea. I think there's a gate and a small charge at the gardens nowadays. After walking from Newstead to the abbey you can then walk down the main drive (1.8m) to the A60 and catch a Pronto bus near The Hutt to the Vic Centre. Every ten minutes during the day. A visit to the Galleries of Justice and/or Nottingham Contemporary which are both very close to Fletcher Gate. Lace Market Theatre, just around the corner. Lakeside Arts Centre and Nottingham Playhouse. Train to Newark on a market day is a few pounds return and about 35 minutes journey through pleasant countryside. Visit to historic Southwell and it's minster. The Workhouse is great too. Nottingham City Transport 100 bus from King Street, three per hour. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted September 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 Thank you so much every one for your suggestions. I have just spoken to my son. He is thrilled with the response and he is going to read all of your posts on Nottstalgia. Brilliant. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MELTONSTILTON 452 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 Belvoir Castle might be a problem if they are using public transport, because nothing passes it or goes near it unless the like long walks. And also The Castle and Gardens are now closed until Easter 2015, because they are only opened a few days each year, to the public. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted September 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 MELTONSTILTON, Thank You, I will pass that info on. Better they know before they plan to go. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MELTONSTILTON 452 Posted September 7, 2014 Report Share Posted September 7, 2014 Just happy to be of some help Carni 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
banjo48 928 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Also reading this thread with interest due to my upcoming visit. Question if I may, where is good reasonable places to park now near the city ? I like to park up and just wander around taking in old memories, I have sometimes parked in the Vic Center but from memory it's very expensive, any other places recommended ? I usually come in via Carlton road or Colwick road or maybe even down Woodborough road. I do have an Australian ACROD (disability) card due to my arthritis and crook back, but unsure if it would be accepted in the UK now, and I only tend to use it if it's really playing up bad, so don't mind paying for parking so long as it's reasonable. What days are the Newark markets on ? Is there any car boot sales worth a visit ? Sorry Carni to pinch the thread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trevorthegasman 150 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 When we go back I use the park and ride at the Forest (free unless its changed) and walk from there,I do the same wander around the city as far as Arnold as if I still have the tool bag on my back with the hammer over my shoulder.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,248 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Just like some of the locals Trevor,...................oh sorry ..AS IF.........YOU CARRIED A HAMMER.. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted September 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 banjo48, We'll share owt wi yo miduck. When we come to Nottingham for the Goose Fair, we usually visit family at Gedling first, and also head to Nottingham through Colwick. We have used a Park and Ride from Colwick in the past (not sure if it's just for G-F time)? There was also a good Car Boot Sale around there somewhere. We haven't been to the Car Boot for quite a few years so I hope someone living in the area can confirm if both things are still available. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
... 1,411 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Might I suggest they bring a metal detector and spend time near Sherwood forest,they might find the odd 3d to pay for their visit. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
darkazana 1,736 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 #12 Banjo48 You could always use the park and ride into town. There's one by the QMC that charges about £3.00 per car, don't know where the others are but I'm sure other Nottstalgians will tell you. As I remember it, Newark Markets are on every day except Sunday and Tuesday. Monday is the flea market Wednesday is main market with also cattle market and antiques market at riverside Thursday is farmers market and horse market last Thursday every month Friday and Saturday main market days again 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
darkazana 1,736 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 oops now noticed Carni has mention park and ride too 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted September 8, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Aw....Come on darkazana............I thought of it first. Huh! PS I bet you copied at School Anawl! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
darkazana 1,736 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 Only when it was Bradbury day on a Thursday......mental arithmetic....aaaargh you fahnt me aht! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Commo 1,292 Posted September 8, 2014 Report Share Posted September 8, 2014 With all of these suggestions Carni, I reckon that they will need a month in the Fair City, they can't cram that lot into a week! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted September 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2014 The weeks sight seeing holiday in Nottingham for Chris and Kaz ended today. They have had a great week, with the weather being brilliant as well. They didn't make a lot of the places we all suggested, as they explained that they were happy exploring the City its self. Each had a £15 bus pass, but mainly used it around and about town. They visited Colwick Woods and Park. Accidently. By getting on the wrong bus. I told them the gory story about the murder in 1844 at a place called 'Savilles Spinney' named after William Saville. Who murdered his wife and children in that place. Chris said. He was glad I told him after they had visited the Woods! The pair of them were besotted with Wollaton Park and Hall, and visited on Three Days, spending 4/6 hrs each time. Their visit to The Halls of Justice was another place they enjoyed. They dined in different venues each evening, and among their favourites were...Pitcher and Piano on High Pavement and Wagamama on Burton Street for Oriental food. There you go.... Our Fair City has done it again. It has won the hearts of two Black Country Tourists. Great Stuff. 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sue B 48 1,226 Posted September 20, 2014 Report Share Posted September 20, 2014 I could have past them I went twice last week to Wollaton Park, and the Halls of Justice was one of our favourite places to visit with our grandson. Im glad they enjoyed it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
carni 10,094 Posted September 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2014 sue B, They loved it at Wollaton Park, and spent most of the time walking the grounds, feeding Squirrels and watching the Deer. It's been many years since I went there. I must visit again soon. I remember the building being one of my favourite places. Did there used to be some kind of Animal or Large Skeleton in the main entrance, or is my memory playing tricks! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
catfan 14,793 Posted September 20, 2014 Report Share Posted September 20, 2014 A very big gorrilla ! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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