Nottingham Castle has launched its search to fulfil two unique seasonal positions as the maiden voyage of its Land Train approaches this summer. The historic city attraction is searching for two new team members to share the role of driver and conductor on the eco-friendly land train that will take … [Read more...]
Nottingham Castle reveals egg-cellent easter line up
Four days of circus-themed Easter fun are coming to Nottingham Castle, with the promise of a programme jam-packed with activities for families and visitors of all ages during the bank holiday weekend. The “Easter Weekender”, which will run from 15 to 18 April 2022, 10am to 4pm, will feature a trail … [Read more...]
Nottingham Castle surpasses ambitions to welcome 100,000th visitor
Seven months after its successful reopening, Nottingham Castle has welcomed its 100,000th visitor. A milestone moment for the city’s major heritage attraction, members of the Castle team surprised the ticket holder, Melvyn Twycross from Chilwell, with a luxury gift basket containing local … [Read more...]
Florist donates bouquets at Nottingham Castle in act of kindness
Donations of flowers have been gifted to Nottingham Castle visitors as part of 'Random Act of Kindness Day' on 17 February from local, family-run online florist, Bunches. Bunches donated over 150 beautiful bouquets to guests of Nottingham Castle, in a bid to bring people joy as they entered the … [Read more...]
Nottingham’s iconic statue gets festive
It seems that even a seven foot, half inch thick bronze statue can’t escape the Christmas spirit... Although technically not a jumper, more of a festive tunic - the fun has been carried out by the organisation behind great city centre initiatives such as Halloween, The Magic of Christmas, and Light … [Read more...]
Nottingham youngsters gain a unique insight into the magnificent mind of Paul Smith
Nottingham icon and one of Britain’s foremost fashion designers, Paul Smith, has returned to home soil inspiring local young people and making his first trip to the “Hello, My Name is Paul Smith” exhibition, currently on its final stop of a worldwide tour at Nottingham Castle. Paul held an … [Read more...]
Nottingham Castle confirms it will open the summer!
Following its £30million redevelopment, the first images of Nottingham Castle and the new home of Robin Hood have been released to celebrate that the historic Ducal Palace and grounds will reopen on Monday 21st June 2021. The exclusive sneak peek, revealed by The Nottingham Castle Trust, hints … [Read more...]
Nottingham Castle reveals archaeological secrets on the Great British Dig
The city’s very own Nottingham Castle takes a starring role on The Great British Dig this Wednesday (3rd March 2021) on More4 for a behind the scenes look at the archaeology found at the world-class heritage attraction. The episode, which focuses on unearthing the hidden history of William the … [Read more...]
Nottingham Castle lights up with 100 faces
A dazzling projection illuminating the historical site with portraits of local residents marks the lead-up to Nottingham Castle’s reopening. Set to reopen this spring following a transformational £30m redevelopment, Nottingham Castle has launched the lead-up to its unveiling with a … [Read more...]
Nottingham Castle receives Capital Kickstart grant from Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund
Nottingham Castle has been awarded a £95,538 Capital Kickstart grant as part of the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund enabling the organisation to push forward with its major redevelopment despite the financial challenge caused by the Covid-19 crisis. Nottingham Castle is one of … [Read more...]