First dates in Nottingham city centre
Relaxed first date ideas in central Nottingham: a free gallery at Weekday Cross, the Nottingham Trail and Winter Wonderland in Old Market Square.
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Dating in Nottingham and across Notts
City date ideas, Sherwood Forest walks and market town meeting points, for singles in and around Nottingham.
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NottinghamBook a free slot at Nottingham Contemporary, then wander the Lace Market.BeestonWalk the lakes and hides at Attenborough Nature Reserve.EdwinstoweWalk out to the Major Oak in Sherwood Forest.Newark-on-TrentStroll the castle grounds on the Trent, then the market square.SouthwellFind the carved stone leaves in the Minster's Chapter House.WorksopHire bikes or walk the lake at Clumber Park.
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First dates around Nottinghamshire
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A day out in Sherwood
How to plan a relaxed date in Sherwood Forest and the Dukeries: the Major Oak, bike trails at Sherwood Pines and a lakeside walk at Clumber.
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Free dates in Nottingham and Notts
Free date ideas in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire: Wollaton Hall's deer park, Green's Windmill in Sneinton and Southwell Minster.
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Where singles meet here
- Forest Recreation parkrunA free 5k run, jog or walk at the Forest Recreation Ground every Saturday at 9am. The Forest Pavilion has a cafe, and a tram stop is close to the park entrance.
- Help the Friends of the ForestThe Forest Recreation Ground has a community garden and a Friends group that helps with planting and runs a yearly history walk. Volunteering outdoors is an easy way to meet people.
- Talks and workshops at Nottingham ContemporaryThe gallery runs short talks four days a week and hands-on sessions like clay and drawing workshops. Making something in a small group gives you an easy reason to talk.
What’s on
Coming up
- 12 November to 31 December 2026: Winter Wonderland in Old Market SquareAn ice rink, a skate path above the square, a big wheel and Christmas market stalls until 24 December. Entry is free and the attractions are ticketed, so check prices.
- August: Robin Hood Festival in Sherwood ForestJousting, arena shows, music and storytelling at Sherwood Forest. In 2026 it ran over three weekends in August, so check the 2027 dates nearer the time.
- Late September to early October: Goose FairThe big travelling fair fills the Forest Recreation Ground for ten days, and in 2026 it ran from 25 September to 4 October. Fun for a lively date, though go early if you do not like crowds.
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Where should I go on a first date in Nottingham?
Somewhere central and public, like Nottingham Contemporary or a walk round the Lace Market. In winter, Old Market Square has Winter Wonderland.
What are free things to do on a date in Nottingham?
Wollaton Hall and its deer park, Green's Windmill, Nottingham Contemporary and the Nottingham Trail are all free. See our free dates guide.