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Melbourne writer Lisette Muratore on working with the Nottingham Women's Centre

Mon 21 Sept 2026

Lisette Muratore is a Melbourne based writer and illustrator who, this past summer, became the Nottingham Women’s Centre’s remote writer in residence with help of Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature. She phoned in from across the world to chat to us about what the experience was like, and how it impacted her creative practice.   

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Common Ground: Alan Lodge's upcoming exhibition documents protests, parties and festivals over the last fifty years

Sat 19 Sept 2026

Opening this month at Bonington Gallery is Common Grounds: Counterculture & Confrontation since 1976, a retrospective of the work of Alan ‘Tash’ Lodge. One of the UK’s most prolific photographers of alternative lifestyles, Alan’s work gives a vivid first person insight into the new age traveller movement and the 90s free-party scene, raising questions about the right to gather, policing, surveillance and community.

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Hidden Notts: six lesser spotted alleways worth visiting in Nottingham

Sat 19 Sept 2026

If you’ve lived in Nottingham a while you’ll probably have at some point found yourself off the beaten path, trying out a shortcut or exploring an alleyway only to discover a cool shop, cafe or bar. Amongst more familiar streets – should you be curious enough – there are some excellent hidden treasures, each with their own historical tales and modern day offerings to enjoy…

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Art Fest 2026: what's happening this year?

Wed 16 Sept 2026

After bringing over thirty murals to Nottingham in the past five years, Art Fest is doing things differently in 2026. Through exhibitions, street art tours, talks and workshops, this year’s programme celebrates Nottingham’s visual artists while opening conversations about what comes next… 

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18 of the best independent places to eat in Nottingham on a Monday

Sun 13 Sept 2026

Mondays in the city can be a bit of a culinary minefield. After a busy weekend, plenty of independent restaurants and cafés take the day off – and quite rightly so. But that doesn’t mean you have to resign yourself to a sad meal deal when the Monday hunger starts calling. Whether you’re starting the week with a catch-up over coffee, looking for a proper lunch, or fancy treating yourself to dinner, our Food Co-editor and Nottingham Food Guide founder Julia has rounded up eighteen of the best places to eat in Nottingham on a Monday.

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Theatre Review: Grindr the Opera at the Nottingham Arts Theatre

Sat 12 Sept 2026

If you’ve ever opened Grindr “just for a look” and somehow found yourself three hours later discussing your entire life with a stranger, then Grindr: The Opera might feel less like theatre and more like an intervention...

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Nottingham’s Biggest Ever Wine Festival Launches alongside Legendary Annual CAMRA Beer Festival at Trent Bridge

Sat 12 Sept 2026

The Trent Bridge Wine, Champagne and Prosecco Festival will run alongside the popular beer and cider festival between Wednesday 7 and Saturday 10 October...

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Gig review: Westside Cowboy at Rough Trade

Fri 11 Sept 2026

Westside Cowboy proved once again why they are a band worth watching as they brought their infectious energy to a packed Rough Trade Nottingham. Our writer Marta tells the story of the night...

 

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Gig review: Cody Pennington at Rock City

Fri 11 Sept 2026

Cody Pennington brought the Nashville spirit to Nottingham turning Rock City into Cowboy City, for one night at least. Rich Morris braved the sea of cowboy hats and boots to experience the independent artist's music and spirit for himself...

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Theatre Review: Till the Stars Come Down at the Nottingham Playhouse

Fri 11 Sept 2026

A wedding might bring everybody together. Beth Steel is much more interested in what happens once they are all in the same room...

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Make your mark: ten creative opportunities coming up in Nottingham

Thu 10 Sept 2026

Nowadays, it’s not always easy to be creative in the UK, especially if you don’t have the money or family connections for the strongest possible head start. Luckily, our city’s ‘do-it-yourself’ culture has given rise to various creative opportunities, competitions, training projects, and free showcases. Here’s ten of the best in Nottingham, which if you're a creative person might be just what you were looking for…

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Left Brian Sept 2026 - Glasnerism

Tue 08 Sept 2026

For fans of the red team it’s been quite the summer for upgrading to a new leader who seems to have genuine beliefs and a determination to implement them. For this edition of Left Brian, I’ll focus on the steady opening month for Oliver Glasner’s Nottingham Forest...

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Mansfield Town Film Festival 2026: in conversation with director Jay Martin

Mon 07 Sept 2026

Coming up later this month, Mansfield Town Film Festival provides a packed three day schedule of working-class voices, locally made films, live screenings, masterclasses, and Q&As. We spoke to festival director Jay Martin about representation, community and why Mansfield is putting the East Midlands firmly on the cinema map… 

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Stage Review: Robin Hood International Improv Festival at the Squire Performing Arts.

Sun 06 Sept 2026

If you think improv is just a group of comedians shouting random words at each other until someone says something funny, then Nottingham’s Robin Hood International Improv Festival might just change your mind...

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In photos: Foolhardy Folk Festival 2026 at The Arboretum

Sat 05 Sept 2026

Skilfully curated by honorary Notts-man Beans on Toast, Foolhardy Folk Festival has become a hugely popular bank holiday event. With the bandstand as its focal point, this year's festival once again combined the best elements of nature and music. This year's lineup included Badly Drawn Boy, Skinny Lister, 3 Daft Monkeys, K.O.G and Beans on Toast himself...

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Gig review: Little Grandad at The Bodega

Sat 05 Sept 2026

If you have been anywhere near a certain niche sector of internet music discussion, Little Grandad is a name that certainly rings a bell - but if not, then let us introduce them: Little Grandad are a "Britaincana" band formed by the Lower brothers in 2025 who have been taking over the Windmill Scene like the second coming of Edward I. They have toured with bands including Cardinals, The Orchestra (for now) and Man/Woman/Chainsaw, and have now decided to take over the country, one city at a time. This time, it was Nottingham's turn...

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Festival review: the LeftLion guide to Shambala

Sat 05 Sept 2026

Just over a hour away from Notts, Shambala Festival brought creativity, silliness and a great line up over bank holiday weekend. Despite a bit of wet weather threatening to dampen the fun, LeftLion editor Sophie Gargett donned some wellies and went along to check out the silliness...

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Night Creatures Podcast #9: Chloe Leak on the Nottingham scene, the challenges of working in the industry as a woman and promoting independent nights

Fri 04 Sept 2026

Night Creatures is a LeftLion podcast, shining a light on the promoters of Nottingham. Your host and interviewer is Beane, co-founder of Nottingham’s beloved Soul Buggin’ night and he brings with him two decades of experience of putting on great parties in the city...

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Gig review: The Grove turns two!

Thu 03 Sept 2026

When it opened in 2024, The Grove immediately became a vital part of Nottingham's grassroots music scene. With legendary sound, friendly staff and a truly inclusive attitude, it has since grown as a favourite among bands and gig-goers alike. The venue recently celebrated its 2nd birthday with a series of performances by local acts Rainbow Frog Biscuits, Jacquline, Veduna, OK, Lady, Amantes, Riley Marsh, George Gadd + The Aftermath, Cheap Dirty Horse and Hystamine. We sent Ryan and Nigel along for a slice of cake and some top tunes...

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We speak to Freya Ridings about songwriting, empowerment and Nottingham memories

Thu 03 Sept 2026

Since breaking through with her top 10 single Lost Without You in 2017, Freya Ridings has established herself as one of the UK’s most impressive vocal talents, able to deliver tender balladry and euphoric moments of power with equal skill. Not content to rest on her laurels with the launch of her third album Mother Of Pearl, Ridings quickly launched into a huge UK and EU tour. We caught up with her ahead of the Nottingham date...

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Breaking Ground: how Nottingham Forest Women are scaling up their ambitions

Wed 02 Sept 2026

As Nottingham Forest Women prepare for a new Women’s Super League 2 (WSL2) campaign, Head of Women's and Girls’ Football Amber Wildgust tells us about their new manager Tom Mallinson, recruitment strategy, a landmark pre-season tour to Canada, and why they want to become the destination club for emerging talent.

 

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Nadia on... Access to green spaces

Tue 01 Sept 2026

Labour Mp for Nottingham East Nadia Whittome discusses the need to access green spaces.

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