Nottingham Castle is a vibrant museum and art gallery housing collections of silver, glass, decorative items, visual arts, paintings and Nottinghamshire Archaeology and History. The galleries also bring the best regional, national and international artist's work to the city. Nottingham Castle is 10 minutes walk from Nottingham City centre, with easy access from train and bus stations. Parking is close by. The Castle is a great place for children, with interactive displays,and an activity - led gallery bringing paintings to life, specifically for the under 5s plus a medieval - style playground in the grounds with covered picnic area.

Don't miss in 2010...

NOTTINGHAM CASTLE OPEN 2010 - IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NEW ART EXCHANGE
23 January - 7 March
As part of the Nottingham Castle Open Exhibition, experience drawings, paintings, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewellery and textiles from an array of local artists across the region, with the exclusive opportunity to buy the work at very reasonable prices.

NOW FOR TOMORROW; 100 YEARS OF COLLECTING NEW ART IN NOTTINGHAM
20 March - 13 June
In celebration of their 100th birthday this year, Now for Tomorrow brings together many of the art works given by the Contemporary Art Society to Nottingham over the years and explores the stories behind them.

NOTTINGHAM BROWN SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE 1690-1800
2 April - November
Nottingham had a little-known thriving pottery industry in the 18th Century, famous for its lustrous finely made brown pots, often inscribed with people's names. This exhibition looks at the potteries, potters and the stories behind them. Rare archaeological material found in the City is also on display.

Opening Times and Admission Prices

THE CASTLE IS NOW CLOSED ON A MONDAY
October - February Open Tuesday - Sunday* 10am - 4pm (last admission 3.30pm)

*Except 24 - 26 Dec and 1 Jan

March - September Open Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm)

Live or work in the city?

FREE entry Tuesday - Friday for Nottingham city residents and those who work within Nottingham city. Please bring proof of status (e.g. Citycard, library card, council tax statement, employment ID badge or letterhead from employer confirming employment in the city). Excludes Bank Holidays and special events.

Admission prices:

Tickets give joint admission to Nottingham Castle and The Museum of Nottingham Life at Brewhouse Yard (situated approximately 5 minutes walk away on Castle Boulevard)

Adults - £3.50
Concessions (under 16's, over 60's & students)- £2
Family Ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) - £8
Groups - 1 free ticket for every 10 purchased

Tickets may be used for one entry to The Museum of Nottingham Life at Brewhouse Yard within 7 days of purchase.

The joint ticket does not apply for special events. Prices may be subject to change.  

How to get here

By car: Follow signs from M1 for Nottingham city centre, then follow brown tourist signs.

Parking: Parking on site for visitors with disabilities only. For information on nearby public car parks Click here for information on nearby public car parks

Please note, we are starting work to restore the main gates at the Castle from 4^th Jan 2010. Work is expected to take between 6 – 10 weeks. During this time we will be unable to accommodate any vehicular traffic. This also means that we cannot provide any parking for disabled drivers during this period.

On foot: 10 - 15 minute walk from Nottingham city centre or train station.

Public transport: Call the Travel Centre on 0115 950 6070 or click here to visit www.triptimes.co.uk

Tourist information: 0844 4775678