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This weekend
Robin Hood Pageant - Postponed

Pageant
Severe weather warnings and ground conditions lead to postponement of Robin Hood Pageant
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This years Robin Hood Pageant, which was scheduled to take place this weekend (Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October), has been postponed until spring 2020 (likely April) due to poor ground conditions following the unseasonably wet autumn weather.

While the Pageant cannot take place, *Newstead Abbey and its grounds will still be open to visitors over the weekend*. With weather patterns changeable, visitors are encouraged to check websites and social media for the latest updates before making a journey.

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Rock Cemetery Twilight Tour with Supper - Exclusive

Rock Cemetery
Thursday 31 October

Rock Cemetery

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Our newsletter subscribers are getting the first chance to snap up these event tickets - *Tickets go on sale at 18:30 today
(30pp inc. booking fee)*

Rock Cemetery tours are incredibly popular and sell out almost immediately. Join us this Halloween for a unique opportunity to visit the fascinating catacombs beneath *Rock Cemetery at night*.

Meet at the Lodge for hot chocolate and introductions. You will then be taken into the cemetery and the gates locked behind you.

With no escape, be guided by the Victorian undertaker around Rock Cemetery and the intriguing tunnels and catacombs that lie ready to be explored only with the aid of torch or by candlelight.

On return to the Lodge; calm your nerves with a glass of fizz or Mulled wine then enjoy:
Chicken & Chorizo Stew or Veggie Squash Stew (this is Vegan Friendly)
Served with artisan breads
Dessert - Apple, Pecan & Toffee Pudding with Custard

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Coming soon


Nottingham Rugby Fixtures
Rugby
Friday 18 Oct and Friday 1 Nov

*Lady Bay*

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Why not start a big weekend for watching rugby [ [link removed] ] with watching Nottingham take on London Scottish in their first home Greene King IPA Championship fixture of the 2019/20 season this Friday (19:45 - Lady Bay)

Over 800 supporters came down to The Bay for Nottinghams cup clash with Cornish Pirates at the start of October

Why not give rugby a try? There are lots of offers and tickets as well as hospitality options.

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Friday 18 October

*v London Scottish*

London Scottish [ [link removed] ]
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*Friday 1 November*

*v Cornish Pirates*

Cornish Pirates [ [link removed] ]



Hockley Hustle
Hockley Hustle
**Sunday 27 October**

*Various venues
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Take a few bands, some choirs, an orchestra or two, street entertainment galore, food, dancing, fun, people and you have the HockleyHustle.

Hockley will be full of fantastic music, performers, art, food and for the icing on the cake the event will be raising money for local charities at the same time.

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Young Hustlers
Young Hustlers
*Sunday 27 October*

*Six venues including Sneinton Market and Nottingham Contemporary*

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Following the success of last years festival, Young Hustlers, funded by Arts Council England, is gearing up to bring you a whole day
of fun.

Beatboxing workshops; world-renowned graffiti artists, DJ masterclasses, song writing and music production workshops are all
part of this unique arts event while party sensations, Big Fish Little Fish, are returning to Nottingham Contemporary with their award winning, critically-acclaimed, family rave.

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Prism
Prism
Monday 21 Saturday 26 October

*Theatre Royal*

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Following a sold-out run at Londons Hampstead Theatre, Robert Lindsay and Tara Fitzgerald star in Terry Johnsons witty and poignant play based on the extraordinary life of double Oscar-winning cinematic master, Jack Cardiff.

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Ice Skating Halloween Parties
Ice Skating
Saturday 26 October

*National Ice Centre*

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The venue will be looking eerie and ready to host two spooky ice parties (scaries and fairies for the families and Halloween club party in the evening) with lots of spine-tingling action in store.

There will be gloopy slime, scary face painting and horrifying photobooth filters. Skaters will have the chance to show-off their most frightening and drop dead gorgeous Halloween outfits as prizes for the best spookily dressed skater will be up for grabs at both parties!

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Ultimate Strongman
Strongman
Sunday 3 November

*Motorpoint Arena*

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Join us for Team World Strongman Championship 2019! - A contest that brings 8 of the world strongest teams for the Ultimate Strongman team crowns, this is the first major strongman competition to be held in Nottingham and will also be televised onChannel 5 [ [link removed] ].

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Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night
**Tuesday 5 November**

*Forest Recreation Ground
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The citys biggest FREE Bonfire Night event returns for 2019 with two big fireworks displays at 19:15 and 21:00 (the earlier display being suitable for young children)

The lighting of the East Midlands biggest bonfire will be at 19:45, plus a massive fairground with traditional bonfire night treats. Its a great family night out.

Please do not bring your own fireworks or sparklers to this event.

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Lustre
Lustre
**Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 Nov**

*Nottingham Lakeside Arts*

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*Lustre: Beautiful Things for You and Your Home -*

*Lakeside Arts Contemporary Craft Market*

With Christmas just around the corner, get a head start and buy unique gifts unavailable anywhere on the high street!

Lustre is a friendly, relaxed, contemporary craft and design market, where you can buy everything from artisan jewellery and bags to ceramics, glass and tableware. If you love crafts that are handmade, individual and beautiful, then Lustre is a must for you.

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Reader's Day
Reading Challenge
Saturday 16 November

*County Hall, West Bridgford*

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Come and meet award winning authors! This all-day event features internationally acclaimed authors, bringing readers and writers together for a day of inspiration, entertainment and lively discussion.
Headliners include authors Kit De Waal, Christy Lefteri and Abir Mukherjee.

There will also be a wonderful selection of workshops and discussions

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*Early Bird price* (on or before Friday 25 October 2019)
21 full price 18 conc.**
*After Early Bird*
23 full price 20 conc.**

(**unwaged/over 60/student)

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Next week
Halloween - Old Market Scare and beyond...

Old Market Scare
*Friday 25 Thursday 31 October*

*Various times and venues*

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Experience Halloween in'Old MarketScare' this October.

Step into Nottinghams scariest square. New for 2019, the Horror Hotel - A live action scare maze. Plus an array of spooktacular family rides and attractions! Get a selfie with the giant pumpkin, enjoy a witches brew at Nottinghams scariest bar and plenty of other eerie entertainment.

*HALLOWEEN NIGHT (31 Oct) IN OLD MARKET SQUARE*(6pm - 9pm)
Show off your best and scariest Halloween attire and watch Halloween-themed entertainment including giant dancing skeletons and live bands.

*HORROR HOTEL LIVE ACTION SCARE MAZE [ [link removed] ]*
Monday - Thursday 1pm - 11pm,Friday - Saturday 11am - 11pm,Sunday - 11am - 10pm
7 per body or 25 per family

There is also a full Halloween programme at Newstead Abbey and Wollaton Hall - *watch out for our special Halloween What's On newsletter early next week.* [ [link removed] ]

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