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National Ice Centre hosts Easter family fun day
A day of Easter activities at Nottingham's Ice Centre includes free family entertainment off the ice and taster skating sessions.
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Waterstones Easter events for younger (and older) readers
Waterstones Nottingham is hosting a day of events for the National Year of Reading 2026, with children’s workshops, a Shakespeare-themed session led by a local expert, and an evening appearance from Adrian Tchaikovsky.
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Nottingham school holidays: £3 activities at Stonebridge Farm
Stonebridge City Farm is extending opening hours for the Easter holidays, with daily low-cost activities and free entry as the charity continues to face rising running costs.
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Kids needed to find dragon eggs in Sherwood Forest this school holiday
Families can head into Sherwood Forest this Easter for a dragon-themed trail packed with hidden clues, activities, and rewards, with explorer packs adding to the adventure.
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Ay Up Market fills Old Market Square this weekend
90 traders take over Old Market Square for the Ay Up Market, with street food, independent stalls and live music running across the weekend.
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Charity gig at Liquid Light Brewery tonight raising money for Nottingham Women's Centre
Five bands play Liquid Light Brewery tonight, raising funds for Nottingham Women’s Centre with a night of rock and punk.
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Emmanuel House secures final £75k to buy Goose Gate home
Emmanuel House has secured the final £75,000 needed to buy its Goose Gate building, with hundreds of small donations helping the charity reach its March deadline and secure its long-term future.
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Circus Zyair show arrives at Forest Recreation Ground
A touring circus has returned to Forest Recreation Ground with a new 2026 show, featuring international performers and animal-free acts. Shows run daily until Sunday.
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Black Sheep Coffee opens on Clumber Street
Black Sheep Coffee has opened its first Nottingham branch on Clumber Street, with plans for seven more across the city. The rapidly expanding chain is aiming to stand out with its use of Robusta beans and a menu of unconventional add-ons.
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Nottinghamshire council shake-up enters final week of consultation
Final week to comment on plans to replace Nottinghamshire’s current council system with two new unitary authorities, with a government decision expected this summer.
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Young performers take to Bonington Theatre stage in Arnold
60 young performers bring National Theatre Connections to Bonington Theatre tonight, with excerpts and a new play for just £10.
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Pen pals across the Atlantic: Nottingham links up with US library
A new partnership between Nottingham Central Library and a US library invites residents to write and exchange letters across the Atlantic.