Holiday rentals and lettings in Nottingham

From city break to forest trek, Nottingham offers the exciting high life of the Creative Quarter to the tranquil leafy glades of Robin Hood country. Choose a holiday rental on the banks of the River Trent and enjoy the sounds of the life of the river and serenity of the Nottingham countryside. For the nightlife of Nottingham, find a letting in the Lace Quarter, or slightly further north in Hockley, ‘Nottingham’s Soho’, crammed with the best gastro pubs, clubs and bars which make for an unforgettable night out!

Nottingham welcomes holiday makers with a fine offering of chic rentals and lettings. Holiday in a riverside penthouse, looking over the city of Nottingham from a pretty terrace, or perhaps your ideal holiday home is a chic townhouse right in the centre of the action! Wherever you choose there’s no doubt that you will have the time of your life in this exciting city.

Easily reached from Doncaster-Sheffield Airport, Nottingham is also just off England’s main north-south motorway, the M1. There’s also a major train station here, so reaching Nottingham by rail is a breeze. Once here, you’ll be spoilt for choice with a vast array of events and activities to enjoy year round. Start near the train station and take a stroll down the canal front where you’ll find former industrial buildings from the 1800s repurposed as trendy bars and restaurants. Or head to Nottingham’s centre, the largest market square in the UK and the city’s main landmark. Enjoy the fountains and enjoy some great people watching in the heart of Nottingham!

Having digested the hustle and bustle of this thriving city, take a break in some of the UK’s loveliest city garden spaces which are all close to the centre. Highlands Park, located near the University campus, boasts over 120 acres of landscaped garden and open space. As well as large grassy areas to enjoy a picnic, there’s mini golf, croquet, a boating lake and a children’s play area. Perfect for peace and relaxation in between the fun and excitement of Nottingham city.

Whether you want to woo your beloved or dance the night away together, Nottingham is a mecca for couples who seek to have romantic fun. Stroll through the exotic gardens of Newstead Abbey, former home to the legendary poet and writer Lord Byron and originally an Augustine abbey. The gardens feature gothic follies, crashing waterfalls, exotic plants and delightful peacocks and make a lovely day out for lovers. Start your evening at ‘Sexy Mamma Love Spaghetti’, Nottingham’s finest Italian restaurant, then find your dancing feet at the Nottingham’s biggest and best nightclub, Oceana.

Packed with some fascinating and exclusive independent shops, Nottingham is the place to be for shopaholics. If handmade delights make your heart beat faster, don’t miss Debbie Bryan’s treasure trove of gifts and artisan jewellery. Chocolate Utopia lives up to its name with the sweetest selection of confectionary you’ll find in town. For the big shopping experience, make your way to Nottingham’s Intu Victoria Centre where you’ll find the old favourites side-by-side with interesting indies.

At this highly-rated interactive, story-based tour learn more about the famous bandit, and how life would have been in Nottingham at the time that he lived in the area.

Home to animals from donkeys to rabbits, this urban farm gives children a chance to be hands-on with all creatures great and small. Hold and stroke the smaller animals, and support the farm by buying food for the larger ones.

Two of Nottingham’s most important historical industries – bicycles and lace making – are exhibited here, offering an insight into what made Nottingham a hugely significant English city.

This grade 1 listed building has a history going back over 600 years, and a church has been on the site since the time of the Saxons. The Victorian stained glass windows are an absolute delight.

With free family workshops, art skills courses and film sessions, this is far more than just a gallery. Of course, you may just wish to browse the art exhibitions and the bonus is that it’s free to enter!