The top student activities to do at Nottingham

1)Visit the Attenborough Nature Reserve 

Located just on the outskirts of the city you’ll find the beautiful Attenborough Nature reserve. It’s the perfect place to go for a walk and unwind and is completely free. There’s a number of lakes and a surprising amount of natural wildlife, enjoy!

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Nottingham NG9 6DY

 

2) Wollaton Hall 

This amazing Elizabethan hall is set amongst 500 acres of land, including woodland, a deer park and gardens. You may recognise the building as it was home to Batman in Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster epic, The Dark Knight rises. The hall hosts a variety of events and exhibitions so keep your eye out on their listings.

Location: Wollaton Hall, Nottingham, NG8 2AE

 

3) Explore the city of caves

Surprisingly the city Nottingham is actually built upon a network of man made sandstone caves. The caves have served various purposes over the years, including their use as an air raid shelter during the war. Explore the caves with a guided tour.

Location: Garner’s Hill, Nottingham NG1 1HF

 

4) Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall 

Nottingham’s Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall host events throughout the year and cover everything from theatre, concerts, talks, musicals and more. Just check their listings to see what takes your fancy and remember your student card as some of their shows may include student discounts. 

Location: Theatre Square, Nottingham NG1 5ND

 

5) Nottingham Industrial Museum 

Nottingham’s Industrial museum is a proud homage to Nottinghamshires Industrial history. The museum has its own steam hall, transport gallery (with old cars and motorcycles on display), Textiles gallery, Gin Yard and more. The museum’s located in the old stables quarters of the enormous Wollaton Hall.

Location: Wollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park The Courtyard, Nottingham NG8 2AE

 

Best ways to make friends at University in Nottingham 

 

1) Join your University Freshers groups!

An active community of fresher students can be found prior to arriving at University through these online student chat groups listed on our website. Discussions range from university courses and student societies to welcome week queries and Nottingham freshers nightlife plans.