You can find music venues, bars and live performance spaces in the City Centre, Forest Fields, Beeston and West Bridgford. Pubs host acoustic nights, small bars run DJ sets or themed evenings tied to events such as Splendour Festival or Comedy Festival. Live acts often appear near transport links including Nottingham Railway Station or along tram routes serving Hockley and Radford Recreation Ground.
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Penny LanePenny Lane is a nostalgic arcade bar located at 9 Fletcher Gate in Nottingham’s Lace Market neighbourhood. The venue stands out for its creative cocktails with playful themes, including Haribo-topped drinks and the legendary Donkey Derby game. Visitors often come here on weekends to unwind after work or bring kids during family-friendly hours until 8pm daily.
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Bunk Cocktails & WingsYou can find Bunk Cocktails & Wings on Lower Parliament Street in Nottingham. It’s one of several lively spots near Castle Square, known for bold cocktails and signature wings. People come here most weekends to hang out after work or with friends, often staying late over drinks and sharing plates.
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ManahattaYou can find Manahatta Nottingham on Queen Street in the city centre. It's a cocktail bar with an NYC-inspired design, featuring dim lighting and upbeat music. The venue stands out for its drink collection called The Wish List and a unique feature known as Stocks on the Rocks, where live prices change based on demand.
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