Scotland

Nottingham is the largest city in the East Midlands. Over the centuries it has been home to many different races and cultures. During Anglo Saxon (600 AD) times The Saxon chief (called Snot) gave the town its name at the time - Snottingham. Later, in the 9th century, the town was home to the Vikings and it was one of the 5 major towns they held. 

The city is well known for lace production, during the 15th Century the town become famous for the religious sculptures made from alabaster that were exported. Then during the industrial revolution again it was renowned for the textiles that were manufactured in it. Nottingham remained famous for this trade until the end of the second world war, when cheaper imports became more widely available. More recently, a lot of the buildings used for producing textiles have been restored and put to other uses. 

What are some of the things to keep you occupied when you visit Nottingham?

1.     The Tales Of Robin Hood – This attraction allows you to travel back in time to when Robin Hood and his Merry Men roamed the forests surrounding this city in medieval times. The museum offers a range of films and live shows reconstructing the times of this folk hero and there is an adventure ride to take and you may prefer the experience of a medieval banquet.

2.    The Galleries Of Justice – On this historic site you can learn about 300 years of crime and punishment that occurred in the city. It is situated in the heart of Nottingham’s Lace Market which means you can find it in the city centre. It was used from the 1780’s right up until the 1980’s as not just the courts but a prison as well. You have the chance during your visit to this wonderful attraction to watch a real trial take place in the Victorian Courtroom and witness the prisoner being sentenced and escorted to their cell. You also have a chance to explore the medieval caves below the courts and cells as well.

3.    Wollaton Hall – This can be found a few miles outside the city and also boasts a natural history museum. Dating back to Elizabethan times was the brainchild of Robert Smythson and was completed back in 1588. You can look around the house and the museum of Natural History one is able to explore the 500 acre park that surrounds it. You can also explore the fascinating Tudor kitchens in the hall.

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