Nottingham

Old Market Square, Nottingham

About Old Market Square

For over 800 years, Old Market Square has served as a bustling marketplace, making it one of the oldest public squares in the UK, and one of the best places to go in Nottingham. It serves as a social and transportation centre for the city and is the second largest public square in the United Kingdom. The streets of Nottingham's shopping district radiate outward from Old Market Square. Even the farthest stores may be reached in a short amount of time because of the city's wide avenues, which provide rapid, straight paths across the tiny city centre.

Major festivals and events, such as the annual Summer Riviera Beach and the annual Winter Wonderland, are also held in Nottingham, which is sometimes referred to as "the beating heart" of England. All year long, there are farmers markets where you can stock up on fresh, regional fare like artisan cheeses and meats. The Bell Inn or the picturesque Malt Cross is recommended if you're looking for a quiet place to unwind here, away from the noise and bustle of the city. Or, you may choose French Living, where you can enjoy hearty, home-cooked meals in a truly European atmosphere

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Monday09:30 – 16:30

Tuesday09:30 – 16:30

Wednesday09:30 – 16:30

Thursday09:30 – 16:30

Friday09:30 – 16:30

Saturday09:30 – 13:00

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Old Market Square Highlights

• Visit the Old Market Square, Nottingham's original pedestrian plaza and a historic landmark situated in front of the stately Nottingham Council House.
• On this renowned plaza, you can attend events, fairs, and political rallies.
• Discover the past of one of the prime tourist places to visit in Nottingham with a guided tour.
• At Speakers' Corner, a copy of the renowned location in London's Hyde Park, you may hear campaigners and performers
• Visit the Nottingham Tourism Centre to the east of the plaza for information on programs and festivals during your stay.
• Visit the Nottingham Winter Wonderland between the middle of November and the beginning of January.
• If you're here during the winter, you should also ride The Wheel of Nottingham, which is occasionally set up here.
• Participate in a holiday festival featuring an ice rink, a merry market with bars, rides, stalls, and a Nativity scene.

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