The perfect luxury student accommodation in Nottingham

As Talbot Street student apartments are located a short walk away from the city centre, it’s shopping connections are incredible. From supermarkets and newsagents to glamorous global designer brands, anything can be found in the shops along Nottingham’s high street.

The Old Market Square has combined history and the high street in the most beautiful way, with astonishing architecture that’s bursting with bargains it is a very popular shopping spot. A short distance away is the Intu Victoria Centre, a shopping mall which contains around 120 different stores including big name fashion brands and high street retailers, cafes and restaurants as well as a health and fitness centre.

Alternatively there are still traditional markets thriving, that give shoppers an intimate market experience. Victoria Market is located inside the Intu shopping centre, where it’s vendors sell a range of products including fresh fruit and vegetables, locally raised meat and fish, as well as homeware and haberdashery items. If you want to experience the hussle and bussle of a truly traditional market then look no further.

Sneiton Market is a different kind of shopping experience, this alternative market has a local feel and strong community values. Vendors typically sell vegan, ethical, organic and artisan products created by independent businesses. Some beautiful, one of a kind pieces of handcrafted art and jewellery can be discovered here, and customers get the niche opportunity of being able to know the artists or creators, their talents and their inspirations.

Nottingham is an extremely popular destination because of its incredible nightlife, from vivacious, vibrant nightclubs clubs to classy cocktail lounges and local, village style pubs, it caters to all. The pubs and clubs in and around Nottingham city centre offer a diverse range of experiences, with music and drinks tailored to their typical clientele.

University societies also have arranged nights out, often either held in the Student Union or in popular nightclub venues, with themes such as yoga parties, cops and robbers or superhero nights.

If you’re looking for more of a quiet night out, why not visit one of the nationally recognised comedy clubs, such as the Nottingham Playhouse, The Glee Club or NCF Comedy? Here you will be introduced to some of the newest up and coming comedians, and are guaranteed to have a good time.

Budding musicians often find themselves at Rock City for the evening, where local independent artists are welcomed to the stage to showcase their talents in music or poetry. The theatre royal and concert hall is another popular venue, here critically acclaimed plays and internationally recognised artists take to the stage.

The city centre is also home to escape rooms, bowling alleys, cinemas and indoor crazy golf, which are perfect activities to let off some steam in friendly competition on a school night!

As the student accommodation at Talbot Street is in central Nottingham the location makes eating out a dream, with cheap eats such as local community style cafes, independent restaurants and takeaways within walking distance you’ll never go hungry. Nottingham city centre is home to some of the best restaurants in the country, and has an extremely wide variety of cuisines available within a small radius.

Traditional Tapas bars and community cafes line the streets, permeated between well established restaurant chains such as Frankie and Bennies, Pizza Express and YO! Sushi. So whatever you are in the mood to eat, Nottingham has it to offer.

Lace Market is a great place to go for a bite to eat, with modern bars, bistros and restaurants all offering something unique, perhaps in their decor, atmosphere, cuisine or service style.

Food festivals are also a big part of the Nottingham food scene. There are two major food events in the Nottingham calendar, including the Nottingham food and drink festival which attracts thousands of visitors each year to its stalls. The annual Sausage and Cider festival is also greatly attended as guests join together in the festivals traditions and games whilst listening to live music and enjoying the finest sausages and cider the world has to offer.

Nottingham attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year due to its long and fascinating history, leisure activities and retail experiences. There are many different kinds of guided tours available on subjects ranging legends such as Robin Hood, to pub tours including a stop at Ye Olde trip to Jerousalem, believed to be the oldest pub in England.

One famous landmark that demands your attention is Nottingham Castle, in the Middle Ages it’s location was a significant royal fortress with cliffs 130 feet high. The Castle was designed by William the Conqueror, William Peveral, Samuel Marsh and Thomas Chambers Hine and has played a pivotal role in Nottingham’s history and still does to this day by attracting visitors from around the world.

Immerse yourself in underground history by visiting the city of caves, a network of over 500 man made caves lying darkly dormant underneath the heart of the bustling city. Here you will learn their significance throughout Nottingham’s history, from their important uses in World Wars, to their slum style tragedies. The National Justice Museum is also a must visit attraction, which casts a spotlight on how torturous crime and punishment was in the Victorian era in Britain, and how far we have come today. Nottingham is also home to lots of independent galleries that showcase and celebrate local talent in art, sculpture and design.

One of the most infamous things about Nottingham is the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, which has a deep history within the world of cricket. During game season regular national and international matches are still held at Trent Bridge, and tickets can be purchased at a reasonable price. Private tours of the ground can also be arranged. If you are a fitness fan, there are a number of gyms within walking distance that offer discounted membership fees to university students, and there are many fitness and exercise classes run by the university and the local council.

Escaping back to nature is extremely easy to do from the city centre due to its acclaimed public transport system. Wollaton Park, is a tranquil protected park, that is home to Wollaton Hall as well as gorgeous wild, yet timid red deer and fallows. This picturesque, peaceful location is transformed a few times a year to host some of Nottingham’s largest events including music performances and fares. The Attenborough Nature Reserve is another beautiful spot this city has to offer, popular with hikers and bird watchers wanting to enjoy the English Countryside.

Nottingham carnival is probably the most notable date in most residents calendars. It is an annual celebration of all things Nottingham, from its diverse population and cultures, showcasing the cities musical and entertainment talents, accompanied by rides and funfair style games and food and drink stalls. Each year the carnival attracts thousands of visitors to have fun in the sun.

Winter Wonderland is another major event in Nottingham, this magically immersive Christmas market and festival that runs from December to January each year in the city centre. The streets are filled with mouthwatering aromas given off by sizzling German sausages and lined with festive decoration and gift stalls, fairground rides and an ice rink. After you’re all skated out, you can warm up under one of the canopy heaters and are provided with a faux fur blanket, then when, or if, you’re feeling brave enough visit the Ice Bar and enjoy a stein full of beer or a mug of mulled wine whilst playing ice hockey on a frozen table.

Nottingham is also well known for its extravagant Chinese New Year celebrations, with colourful and vibrant displays and festivities. The city showcases Kung Fu skills, dragon dances, bamboo flute music and traditional dances at various locations during the festivities and authentic Asian cuisine is available to purchase on street stalls as well as handmade traditionally crafted items.

The historical and religious festival Vaisakhi, has been greatly celebrated by a Global event called Nagar Kirtans in the city for the last thirty years, with music, dancing and traditional delicacies. This religious festival originated from Hinduism and Sikhism but is celebrated and enjoyed by many in Nottingham. Other religious events that are heavily promoted and celebrated include Diwali and Eid.