Nottingham City Centre is the central area of Nottingham, and the Greater Nottingham conurbation as a whole. The area has seen a great deal of investment and redevelopment in recent years and is consistently rated amongst the top five shopping districts in the United Kingdom (outside of London). It is where the city's major railway station, Council House and main shopping centres are located. Nottingham Express Transit trams run through the area, terminating at Station Street.
The undisputed central feature of the city centre is the Old Market Square, right at the heart of the city. This is undergone a major redevelopment programme which was completed in March 2007. Most of the main shopping streets are based around the square which is dominated by The Council House, whose landmark dome can be seen for miles around. Much of the ground floor of the Council House is taken up by the Exchange Arcade, a shopping centre of boutique stores.
A thrivingbohemian quarter of the city known as Hockley has arisen in recent years, situated close to the Lace Market area.
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Big Night Out
6th December 2010
BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out on Monday 6th December is a celebration of the variety of activities available for people of all ages in Nottingham at night. How you choose to spend your evening is totally up to you, but you may want to take advantage of some of the following special offers...
Don't miss BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out on Monday 6th December and listen out for the regular updates at breakfast time with Andy Whittaker on 103.8FM, 95.5FM and on DAB Digital Radio.
The Big Night Out "Welcome"
The ideal way to start your night is by the steps of the Council House in the Old Market Square, where there'll by a welcome from BBC Radio Nottingham's Andy Whittaker at 6.30pm. Then you'll enjoy free live music from the United Schools Samba Band with a Christmas flavour.
Ice Skating
100 FREE tickets for the outdoor ice Rink in the Old Market Square for the 7pm skating session. Tickets are on a first come, first served basis. Please collect your tickets from the ticket office from 6.30pm.
Tours of the Council House
Take a FREE tour of one of the most fascinating buildings in Nottingham with experienced guides. See the palatial rooms which are used by the current Sheriff of Nottingham plus the Council Chamber, the Lord Mayor's Parlour and the Ballroom. Call into the Council House foyer any time between 6.30pm and 8.30pm.
Theatre
Half price tickets for Mother Goose at Nottingham Playhouse. Call 0115 941 9419 and quote BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out. The show is at 7.30pm. Offer applies only to full price adult tickets although children and seniors can use them. Not applicable to tickets already purchased.
Nottingham Ghost Walk You'll be led round the older parts of the City near the Castle, where the street plan is almost 1000 years old, and there'll be lots of fascinating ghost stories. Not just where ghosts haunt, but something of why they haunt, a bit of history, the odd gory execution and a graveyard (of course!). You may even encounter the real ghost who has been seen on several occasions during our tours!. The Ghost Walk will be running on BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out even though it only usually runs on Saturdays. The walk leaves at 7.15pm from the Salutation Inn on Maid Marian Way. £5 per adult, £3 per child (under 12), family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) £13. No need to book - just turn up.
Galleries of Justice Half-price Ghost Tours! Go deep within the old gaol to discover unsolved mysteries and see if anything paranormal happens to you. With unexplained sounds, sensations and apparitions reported frequently, it won't only be the story teller giving you the heebie jeebies. Whether you're a believer or not you'll still have a great night in the eerie prison and courts once voted the most haunted locations in the UK! Ghost tours start at 6pm and run every half an hour for a Big Night Out price of only £4.50 per person which is roughly half the normal price. Booking is essential 0115 952 0555.
History Walk
Bible & Bottle - A guided walk around the city centre led by Kurt Hatton looking at the historic pubs and churches. You'll learn about the architecture, history and legends behind them and maybe a ghost story or two! The meeting point will be the RIGHT hand side lion in front of the Council House at 7pm. To book, call 0115 987 0709 or 07736 431 571. The tour is at a discounted price of £3 per person and please note that some pubs will be visited along the way.
Quasar
Half price games at £2 per person at Quasar Elite, 22 Cranbrook Street in Nottingham. The centre is open till 9pm. You need to quote BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out when booking on 0115 958 9178.
Karaoke Booths
Walkabout Bar 11 - 15 Friar Lane
Nottingham
NG1 6DA
0115 941 0990
£10 Sing Shack Offer - all new, sound-proof Karaoke booths for up to 15 people (minimum of 6 people per booking). Includes Hostess to serve you and your party plus a free bottle of bubbly on arrival. To book this offer either 1) phone - 0115 9410990 2) email or 3) visit website and quote BNON10
Open-Mic Night
The Rescue Rooms and Stealth 25 Goldsmith Street
Nottingham
NG1 5LB
0871 310 0000
Join us for an open-mic night in our Acoustic Rooms and enjoy the ongoing discovery of local talent! We're offering Happy Hour prices all night long! Carlsberg/Becks/Corona £1.50, Red Stripe/glass of wine £2.00, San Miguel £1.80 and bottle of wine only £6.00! Free entry.
Restaurants & Bars
MemSaab Restaurant 12-14 Maid Marion Way
Nottingham
NG1 6HS
0115 957 0009
3 course dinner for £16. Table to be booked in advance mentioning 'Big Night Out'. Available for bookings of 6 and under only.
Bella Italia The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 950 9480
50% off of the Food bill. You must notify a team member before ordering and present a printout of the offer list as a voucher. Not valid with Tesco Clubcard Deals Token. 1 voucher valid for up to 4, only 1 voucher per party/table/bill.
Strada Nottingham The Cornerhouse
Trinity Row
Nottingham
NG1 4DB
0115 947 5009
2 for 1 on main courses. You must take a print out of this offers list to act as a voucher. The cheaper main course will be free, only 1 free main per voucher, only 3 vouchers per table. Not valid with any other offer, set menu or Tesco Clubcard tokens.
The Via Fossa 44 Canal St
Nottingham
NG1 7EH
0115 947 3904
Selected drinks for £2 from 6pm onwards.
Yates's 49 Long Row
Nottingham
NG1 6JB
0115 947 3334
Buy One, Get One Free offer on main meals purchased between 6.00 - 7.00 pm.
The Rutland Square Hotel St James Street
Nottingham
NG1 6FJ
0115 941 1114
Wine & Dine for One - £14.50 (2 courses and a glass of wine)
Wine & Dine for Two - £29.50 (2 courses and a bottle of wine)
To qualify for the offer, please ring in advance to make a reservation quoting BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out. Choose any two courses from a set Menu.
Bar de Nada 43 Broad Street
Nottingham
NG1 3AP
0115 988 1199
Order 3 tapas + bread and between 5.00 - 7.00 pm and the time you arrive is the price you pay! (i.e. arrive at 5.00 pm and pay £5, arrive at 6.15 pm and pay £6.15) The clock stops when the last member of your party has arrived. This offer is from a limited choice menu and is on a first come, first served basis. Bookings cannot be taken.
Pandora's Box 36-38 Houndsgate
Nottingham
NG1 7AB
0115 947 5279
Enjoy a free glass of Homemade Mulled Wine and Mince Pie or half price Cocktail on entry. Le Club's music is nu-disco and vocal house, catering for close groups of friends / students. You have the option of booking a table with bottles of alcohol or you can just come in normally and pay £5 on the door.
Join the regular "Bring Your Bear" Monday night: bring your cuddly toy bear to get a special offer on a bottles of Red, White or Rose wine for £5 per bottle! Plus for Big Night Out only, £1.80 each for pint of Carlsberg or single spirit + mixer and £2.00 for a bottle of San Miguel or pint of Gaymers.
Anoki Barker Gate (opposite Trent FM Arena)
Nottingham
NG1 1JU
01159 483 888
2 FOR 1 OFFER on tables arriving at 5.30 pm and vacating by 7.30 pm or on tables arriving after 10.30 pm and vacating by 12.00 midnight.
Capocci Upper Parliament Street
Nottingham
NG1 2AG
0115 99473622
Two for One on main courses (cheapest meal free). Each person dining must purchase at least one drink in order to qualify for this offer.
Getting There Nottingham City Transport is offering 1 free child with every adult passenger from 5.30pm. An adult passenger being any customer who is buying a single, day ticket or presenting a pre purchased day or season ticket. All customers need to say when they board is "Big Night Out" and 1 child can travel free with every adult.
Terms and Conditions for all offers All these offers are only available for BBC Radio Nottingham's Big Night Out on Monday 6th December 2010. Offers must not be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotional menu. No cash alternative is available. Please check with each venue for any other applicable terms and conditions, the manager's decision is final.
