Nottingham

Nottingham is a city in Nottinghamshire, England, in the East Midlands region. It sits on the River Trent and is a major urban center for the county, with a population of about 330,000.

Historically, Nottingham developed around the medieval town and castle. Nottingham Castle, first established after the Norman conquest, and the Sheriff of Nottingham figure are linked with the Robin Hood legend. The city grew as a commercial and industrial center, notably for lace-making in the 18th and 19th centuries and later for bicycle manufacture.

In higher education and research, Nottingham hosts two large universities: the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University. The city is also a hub for healthcare and public services.

In the city center, notable districts include the Lace Market, a former lace industry quarter, and the Old Market Square, one of the largest public squares in the UK. Landmarks include Wollaton Hall and Park, and Nottingham Castle’s hillside ruin; Sherwood Forest and the nearby countryside are associated with folklore. The city houses cultural venues such as the Theatre Royal, Royal Concert Hall, and the National Justice Museum.

Transport links connect Nottingham to the rest of the UK by rail from Nottingham Station and via the Nottingham Express Transit tram system; the M1 runs north of the city, and East Midlands Airport serves the region.