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Things to Do in Nottingham in October and November 2023

Are you looking for a fun and exciting getaway in the heart of England? If so, you should consider visiting Nottingham, a vibrant and historic city that offers something for everyone. Whether you are into culture, entertainment, or nature, you will find plenty of things to do in Nottingham in October and November 2023. And if you book your stay at the Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel, you will enjoy a cosy and elegant accommodation in the fashionable Lace Market district, only minutes away from the best attractions and events in the city. Here are some of the things you can do in Nottingham in October and November 2023:

• Experience the Goose Fair. One of the oldest and largest travelling fairs in Europe, the Goose Fair returns to Nottingham for 10 days from Friday 29th September to Sunday 8th October 2023. You can enjoy fairground rides, games, food stalls, and more at the Forest Recreation Ground. The fair is a tradition that dates back to the 13th century and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
• Celebrate the Bramley Apple Festival. The picturesque town of Southwell hosts its annual festival to honour the country's favourite cooking apple on Saturday 28th October 2023. You can sample delicious apple products, watch live cookery demonstrations, join fun children’s activities, and more. Southwell is also home to the stunning Southwell Minster, a 12th century cathedral that is worth a visit.
• Watch a show at the Mayhem Film Festival. If you are a fan of horror, sci-fi, and cult cinema, you will love the Mayhem Film Festival, which showcases the best of these genres at the Broadway cinema from Thursday 12th October to Sunday 15th October 2023. You can see screenings of fantastic films, documentaries, and short films, as well as participate in Q&A sessions with filmmakers and guests.
• Explore the Nottingham Industrial Museum. Located in part of the 17th-century stables block of Wollaton Hall, the Nottingham Industrial Museum is a volunteer-run museum that displays collections of steam engines, transport vehicles, textile machinery, and other industrial artefacts that tell the story of Nottingham’s industrial heritage. You can also visit Wollaton Hall itself, a stunning Elizabethan mansion that houses a natural history museum and a deer park.

These are just some of the things you can do in Nottingham in October and November 2023. Don't miss this opportunity and book your stay at the Mercure Nottingham City Centre George Hotel today. You will love it!