Nottingham

The City of Nottingham is a city famous for its ties to the legend of Robin Hood, who is said to have lived in Sherwood Forest, part of Nottingham. The City honors this legend with the Robin Hood memorial statue, and Nottingham castle is a very popular tourist destination, with 130 cliffs on its south and west sides providing a striking presence.

Nottingham has a population of under 300,000, but as part of the larger Nottingham Urban Area, the population grows to nearly 700,000 people. One of the most beautiful aspects of Nottingham is its variety of architecture, dating back to the 1100s. This includes the famous Old Market Square, an open town square, where the Nottingham Council House is located. This is the heart of the city, and meeting at the stone lions on the step of the Council House, has been done for decades. The Square is also a centre of activity for local events.

Nottingham has two universities, including the University of Nottingham, which is widely regarded as one of the most attractive campuses in the UK, with its lush garden campus situated around Highfields Lake. If you are looking for student accommodations in Nottingham, RentingInNottingham.com can be a valuable guide to choosing the right place.

Nottingham has many wonderful and picturesque places for shoppers to enjoy with its Victoria Centre built in the former Victoria Railway Station, and The Exchange Arcade, amongst many others. Residents and tourists can enjoy the variety of festivals and nightlife that Nottingham has to offer. The City brings in about 300,000 visitors each year, effectively doubling its population.