What is Nottingham known for?
Nottingham is a city in the East Midlands known for the legend of Robin Hood, its castle, its lace industry and its caves. It is also home to Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, which claims to be England's oldest pub.
In the Robin Hood legends, the outlaw fought against the Sheriff of Nottingham. A statue of Robin Hood stands near Nottingham Castle.
Sherwood Forest, north of the city, is linked to the legend. The Major Oak, a huge tree said to have been Robin Hood's hideout, is a popular attraction.
Caves and history
Nottingham is built on sandstone, and there are hundreds of man-made caves beneath the city. The City of Caves attraction allows visitors to explore some of them.
Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, built partly into the rock beneath Nottingham Castle, claims to date back to 1189.
Nottingham was famous for lace making in the 1800s. The Lace Market area has historic warehouses.
The city is home to Nottingham Forest, which won the European Cup in 1979 and 1980, and Notts County, one of the oldest professional football clubs in the world.