The city of Nottingham is the largest of all cities to be found in the East Midlands area of England. Over the years, it has seen many varied settlers. In the time of the Anglo Saxons The Saxon chief (called Snot) gave the town its name at the time – Snottingham. Then in 867 AD Vikings from Denmark captured the town and it became one of five fortified towns that they held.
The city is well known for lace production, the town’s fame was for religious scupltures, constructed from alabaster. At the time of the industrial revolution again it was renowned for the textiles that were manufactured in it. However, during the Second World War this came to an end as no longer were they able to compete with the textiles being produced in South Asia and the Far East. In recent times, the buildings associated with the textile industry have been restored to their former glory.
So just what is there for you to do when you visit Nottingham?
1. The Tales Of Robin Hood – Go back in time to the medieval forests that were reputedly used by Robin Hood and his Merry Men. There is not only wonderful films and live shows to watch and enjoy but there is an adventure ride to take and you may prefer the experience of a medieval banquet.
2. The Galleries Of Justice – On this historic site you can learn about 300 years of crime and punishment that occurred in the city. Situated at the heart of the Lace Market which is located in the very centre of the city. It was used from the 1780′s right up until the 1980′s as not just the courts but a prison as well. One of the highlights of the museum is a reconstruction of a Victorian courtroom which houses re-enactments of trials and see the prisoner be sentenced and escorted to their cell. If you have time, you should take a trip around the medieval caves below the courts.
3. Wollaton Hall – Also has a natural history museum and is situated 3 miles west of the city of Nottingham. Dating back to Elizabethan times was designed by Robert Smythson and was finally completed in 1588. You can look around the house and the Natural History Museum one is able to explore the 500 acre park that surrounds it. You can also explore the fascinating Tudor kitchens in the hall.
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