Nottingham
Nottingham is a UK city in Nottinghamshire. It is a place with a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire covered by the legend of Robin Hood. Nottingham is a popular tourist destination with a variety of landmarks, monuments, and culture. The city is famous for its many fairs and festivals and has a long tradition of lace and trade.
Nottingham is often referred to as the "Queen of the Midlands" because of its wide streets, beautiful architecture and many beautiful parks. This is a place with a unique historical atmosphere that is definitely worth a visit.
History and facts
Nottingham was founded in the 7th century by the Saxons. In the Anglo-Saxon period was part of the kingdom of Mercia. During the Roman period a busy road passed around the modern city. Although there are no accurate data on the presence of a Roman settlement. In the 9th century Nottingham was conquered by the Vikings and became one of the five fortified cities of their state.
Nottingham was first mentioned under a modern name in the 11th century. In the same period Wilhelm the Conqueror founded on the hill a castle opposite to which the settlement developed. Later Nottingham was conquered by the Normans. During the Middle Ages the city occupied the space between the castle and the old market square. It is now the historic center of Nottingham. In the late 12th century (during the Third Crusade) the castle was occupied by supporters of John the Landless. Upon his return from the campaign of King Richard the Lionheart his troops besieged Nottingham and took the fortress. In medieval legends, Nottingham Castle becomes the site of a confrontation between noble robber Robin Hood and a local sheriff.
By the 15th century Nottingham had become a successful trading city. During the Industrial Revolution it was one of the centers of the British textile industry. Nottingham's industrial development lasted until World War II. City status was conferred on June 18, 1897.
Nottingham is often referred to as the "Queen of the Midlands" because of its wide streets, beautiful architecture and many beautiful parks. This is a place with a unique historical atmosphere that is definitely worth a visit.
History and facts
Nottingham was founded in the 7th century by the Saxons. In the Anglo-Saxon period was part of the kingdom of Mercia. During the Roman period a busy road passed around the modern city. Although there are no accurate data on the presence of a Roman settlement. In the 9th century Nottingham was conquered by the Vikings and became one of the five fortified cities of their state.
Nottingham was first mentioned under a modern name in the 11th century. In the same period Wilhelm the Conqueror founded on the hill a castle opposite to which the settlement developed. Later Nottingham was conquered by the Normans. During the Middle Ages the city occupied the space between the castle and the old market square. It is now the historic center of Nottingham. In the late 12th century (during the Third Crusade) the castle was occupied by supporters of John the Landless. Upon his return from the campaign of King Richard the Lionheart his troops besieged Nottingham and took the fortress. In medieval legends, Nottingham Castle becomes the site of a confrontation between noble robber Robin Hood and a local sheriff.
By the 15th century Nottingham had become a successful trading city. During the Industrial Revolution it was one of the centers of the British textile industry. Nottingham's industrial development lasted until World War II. City status was conferred on June 18, 1897.
General information
Population: 320,000
Area: 74 km2
Language: English
Currency: Pounds
Visa: UK
Time zone: UTC 0
Tips usually included in the bill
Convenience stores work from 8 am to 6pm
Restaurants serve after 7pm
Area: 74 km2
Language: English
Currency: Pounds
Visa: UK
Time zone: UTC 0
Tips usually included in the bill
Convenience stores work from 8 am to 6pm
Restaurants serve after 7pm
Geography and climate
Nottingham is located in central England on the Trent River. The city is bounded in the north by the Sherwood Forest and surrounded by low hills. Nottingham is located 206 km north of London, 72 km north-east of Birmingham and 90 km south-east of Manchester. The city has a temperate maritime climate with cool summers and mild winters.
