Nottingham Castle hosts MacBryde and Colquhoun exhibition

Over 100 works chart the rise and struggles of artists Robert MacBryde and Robert Colquhoun, whose success in 1940s London gave way to hardship shaped by war, poverty, and persecution, now explored in a new Nottingham Castle exhibition.

Soapbox racing and County Fair are top of this week's calendar

A mix of sport, music, markets and workshops across Nottinghamshire this week, from sailing open days to poetry nights and vintage fairs.

Notts Street Food Festival meets Blaze vs Surrey at Trent Bridge

A bank holiday double bill sees league-leading Blaze host Surrey in a 50-over One Day Cup match, alongside a 17-stall street food festival at Trent Bridge.

Open Studios Notts features 50 spaces to see rarely revealed art

Throughout the month, venues across Nottinghamshire are opening their doors for people to see art.

Nottingham hosts GB vs Italy ice hockey World Championship warm-up

Great Britain face Italy at the Motorpoint Arena today in the second of four exhibition games before the 2026 World Championship, with several Nottingham Panthers favourites in the squad.

Nottingham car-free challenge starts amid 2028 carbon push

People in Nottingham are being urged to swap some car journeys for walking, cycling and public transport this month, as the city continues its bid to become carbon neutral by 2028.

Lister Gate Birds reopens as more investment happens in area

Birds Bakery has reopened its Lister Gate branch after a refit, as fresh retail and NHS investment raise hopes for a revival of one of Nottingham city centre's most vacant streets.

100-mile walk highlights support for veterans

Two Nottinghamshire councillors will walk 100 miles in May for Combat Stress, raising money for the metal health and support charity.

East Midlands acting scheme offers free support for professionals

Applications are open for Nottingham Playhouse's Actors Collective, a free development scheme for professional actors offering workshops, mentoring and networking between roles.

Homes England seeks traders for temporary Broad Marsh sites

Homes England is seeking traders, creatives and groups for temporary Broad Marsh plots, but questions remain over the exact locations and readiness of the spaces.

Vigil to be held to mark 40 years since Chornobyl disaster

A vigil at the Robin Hood statue will mark 40 years since the Chornobyl disaster, remembering those affected and the workers who risked their lives in the aftermath.

Meadows repair café offers free help fixing everyday items

A new volunteer-led repair café opens in the Meadows today, offering help with clothing, bikes, small electricals and more while cutting waste.