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Having recently read the comments written on this subject, I would like to add my own points of view about whether or not Nottingham is the best city? At one time, I would have definitely said ' NO WAY!' It's a depressing dump. I worked for a major retail company for many years in Nottingham and did not enjoy the city in which I worked and played at that time.
In 1996, I left the U.K and moved to Sydney, Australia for 2 years coming back at the beginning of 1998. Albeit you can not draw any type of comparisons between Sydney and Nottingham, I was impressed upon my return to see what developments had erupted in such a short space of time. It was incredible. On my first visit to Nottingham, I could not believe my eyes when seeing what vast improvements had been made and continuing to be made. The shopping was fantastic. The Victoria Centre, having received it’s new image, was spot on, big bonus to have had the inclusion of The House of Fraser. The nightlife and atmosphere had been totally thunderballed. The pubs were trendier, people seemed to have adopted a more confident attitude towards themselves and each other.
It somehow felt alive with an energy to which it had been lacking on a major scale for many years.
I felt that a more cosmopolitan feel had come over it and that an effort was being made in order to restore and regenerate not only new business, but to revitalise existing concerns.
The Arena, to which I had my first visit to on Saturday the 10th Feb, (Texas in concert) was mind blowing. The whole event was organised efficiently and professionally. I believe that this addition will have a huge effect on the way that Nottingham will become placed on the grand scale of things. It’s already got one of the best reputations for nightlife although there are people of the Nation that say Nottingham is the one of worst cities in the world for trouble. Has anyone tried Newark recently??
I visited a friend of mine recently who left Nottingham several months ago to take up residence in London. He is now wishing to return to Nottingham Uni with a hope of making a better future. After visiting him to see how life was treating him on the South side, I discovered that I can honestly say I was pleased to be back in my neck of the woods.
I’d like to wish him all the good luck in the world, as he is looking forward to a life back in the East Midlands.
I’m not saying that Nottingham doesn’t have it’s bad side, of course it does, but I think that were lucky to have a city that is actively trying to improve itself in such a big stylie way. The only downfall to all this, is that with there now being so many places to eat, drink and generally entertain yourself, it leaves one very confused as to choice of venue, plus the pocket is always taking a severe bashing.
Therefore I feel that there is a necessity for larger incentives to be provided to faithful Notts Pats who sing it’s praises.
Keep it up Notts and be proud of what's being accomplished.
So, I can only conclude that anyone who is not satisfied with Nottingham as being a good place to live, should leave, return and then see if they alter their opinions. It did mine.

Eve
Nottinghamshire

and in reply...

I'd just like to say a big hello to Eve (whose comments are posted further up the page) We worked in the same office in County Hall together in the summer last year and she certainly made my time there a whole lot more fun. Cheers Yvette!! (she's going to kill me).

Oliver
London

and in reply...

Oliver Haywood...did you used to work at County Hall? How the bloody hell are you? I used to send you dodgy emails about my flatmate having a huge crushon you. Uh oh, not that makes me sound like a total weirdo. Anyway, I hope London finds you well. Speaking of Nottingham. I've lived here all my life but have visited many other cities. I can only say that Nottingham is truly outstanding. Its got a little something for everyone. Yes, I agree with the comment about Trent FM being sh**e, but we have some great pirate stations. Now, places like the Cornerhouse, the Lace Market and the Canal side are really booming, I can't imagine why anyone would want to live anywere else.

Jo
Nottingham

I must agree with the earlier comments of eddie, from nottingham. i have lived in all my life Nottingham and never saw its real potential until my current partner, who had been away in Leeds for couple of years, told me how much he had missed the city. this made me open my eyes and look around. This city has alot to offer potential tourists, students and companies. Not only with the history of the castle and Robin Hood but with other land marks. What about Wollaton Hall, Newstead Abbey, and the history of DH Lawrence. Not to mention Jesse Boot and other famous Nottinghamers (excuse the expression) including Golf star Lee Westwood. I am not saying that i think Nottingham should be awash with tourists but i cant understand why the local government has failed to notice the history this city has to offer. People come for Robin Hood and thats all they get. Why cant we show them what else Notts has to offer? As for the beggers, which every city, yes Martin from Arboreutum even Leeds, have problems with. What can be done? More centres? I am not sure they are helping as it is. I have never found beggers to be violent but maybe thats just me. And how you can compare our city with Liverpool is above and beyond me. Nottinghams night life is spectacular and i feel can be compared with the best. The bars are close together unlike that of London and are usually problem free. What about Media and such clubs? I am also wondering about the battle of Drugs in Nottingham? Is anything being done to help? Instead of worrying aabout the chewing gum on the streets shouldnt we be finally facing this problem? Nottingham isnt the only city with this problem. On the whole I think Notts is a great place to live like any fast paced city it has its problems. The idea now is to work on fixing them.

Debbie
Beeston, Nottingham

Wow you people!!! My name is Tony Hadley (and before you ask... no not that one) and after reading your views i thought i just had to make a comment. Mr Crossland, i can't say that i've heard of you... plans for world domination still on the drawing board are they son???? at least you have something positive to say about the city... Mr Masters, was it really the city that did that to you? i doubt it somehow, a bad workman always blames the city he lives in???

Tony Hadley
nottingham

Nottingham is truely a great place to live, i only have 2 quarrels the first being too many beggers on the streets and the other being Trent FM what is that all about? do they stick a 24 hr tape on everyday becuase it plays the same c### all the time ...get a life Trent we're in the 21st century now.

Chris
Beeston

I agree with the many comments from people saying that it is only once you have moved away from Nottingham, that you begin to realise just how wonderful a place it is. Like so many things in life, it requires a bit of perspective to appreciate the bigger picture. I moved away from Nottingham at the end of last summer, having moved to the City with my girlfriend 2 years previously. My new job in London is great, but not for me, and I am hoping to return to Nottingham this summer. For good. Anyone who hasn't been there should go, those who are there should just be happy at what a great place they live in!

Oliver Haywood
London

i live in Cardiff, but am from nottingham. while i like cardiff, there is nowt like 'ome. nottingham is the greatest city in the world, merely because i was born there. the blue plaques will be out in force when i die, and tourists from around the globe will flock to The firs in Sherwood to pay homage to me and my birthplace.

Jez Crossland
Cardiff, Wales

Nottingham has turned a
young man who had dreams and
aspirations in to a depressed, hated
and victimised wreck.

No, Nottingham is certainly not
"best" as far as I am concerned.

Jon Masters
Nottingham

I spent two great years of my life in Nottingham while I was doing the AAT course at the People's College.
Now when I'm back home (I come from Poland) I really miss the city, language, people, nights out and my best friend. I found Nottingham very friendly and pretty.

Gosia Poniatowska
Gdansk, Poland

Yes, i have a friend who live in nottingham at coston bassett. i received from them few photos and this trully is very beautiful.

Daniel Shah
VIC.BARCELONA SPAIN

Only 4 months ago, I left Nottingham for the first time to go to university, it's only now that I realise how great Nottingham really is, especially for shopping. Although, I wouldn't say it's the best city, the beggars and big issue sellers still really annoy me, but you get this even in nice towns like Winchester. I think they could still do a lot more with Nottingham, there must be more we can do with Robin Hood, and if they just tidy up the streets and get rid of a few pigeons, I'll be happy.

Caroline
Winchester

Does anybody from the local parliment read or understand the issues that are raised by their own constituents? People here are quite happy to say how great Notts is except for 1. the dirt 2. the beggars 3. the licensing laws.

If you expect pants, you get pants. Don;t be so self congratulatory (that includes the self delushionists who haven't live here for years (was it ever that great?))

Notts needs to get it's act together to consider itself a top ten city.

Whether it's a case of woods and tree but what many consider to be the best facets of the city are actually destroying it (ie Market Square and the Victoria Centre) get out there and see how it should be done (Leeds and Manchester prime examples)

Martin
Notts, sherwood street, city centre

in reply

Keep your shirt on...I really think that you need a holiday.

Have you ever thought that its the constituants that give Nottingham(The WORLD RENOWNED) city, a bad name. Do you smoke? ever threw your ash out the car window...? Do you chew Chewing gum?...ever throw it on the floor?

DO YOU RECYCLE!!...I do agree with you that the Councils need an affirmative action approach...Clean up the streets yada yada yada ...

The people need to affirm in thier own minds, not to do all of the above....so...when you have shot all the pidgeons,
put some clothes on the girls, brought back Robin Hood,
closed Teasers, eradicated Vadalism and Graffiti,etc etc etc

Then maybe you have a case...until then...

PS..NOTTS IS A TOP TOP CITY. RESPECT IT OR MOVE ON..

Goughy
Tokyo Japan

I had the chance to study some years ago in Nottingham, and I must say that these years stay in my memory as one of the best time of my life...not only because of the quality of university, but also because of the super people
in and around Nottingham and the culture/fun/event-possibilities there. I would return there at once if I could.

By the way - this is not just old memory, I came to Nottingham at least twice every year for the last 8 years!

There are always pro and cons for living in such a town - but be glad that you can live in such a lively city and enjoy yourself in spite of all problems.

Sannette
Near Stuttgart/Germany

Is Nottingham the best city in the UK?

I'm afraid to say I think not. I've lived here for eighteen months now (having lived in North Wales, Liverpool and Leeds previously).

Nottingham does have potential for sure, but I am amazed how dirty and grubby the city is, awash with aggresive beggars. Never have I seen so much disgusting chewing gum and litter in a town, where is the pride?

The Victoria Centre is a sixties nightmare, and so shopper un-friendly (why are there pillars everywhere?).

Also, whilst there are a number of bars, the clubs and late licences in Notts are very poor.

Leeds is an excellent city and a Notts could learn a lot from it. Brilliant shops, very clean, excellent night life (including past 11pm)forward looking council that hve really created a 24hr cosmopolitan city.

Come on Notts are you up to it? Clean your act up.

Martin
Arboreutum, Nottingham

Kujawa san Konichiwa...Genki..?
Nagoya is definately better than Nottingham, and so is Tokyo , judging by the amount of Notts lads out here. I live in Setagaya...absolute Zero dirt in the streets,,absolute zero crime rate..appart from the odd case.
Daijobu janiou.

Carl
Tokyo

I was born & brought up in Nottingahm and lived there for 20-odd years but have now lived just down the road in Leicester for over a decade.

There is no doubt that Leicester has a lot more to offer than Nottingham and I find it a far nicer place to live.

We can offer the excellent Haymarket theatre and plenty of interesting shopping.

I find the Shires far nicer to shop in than Nottingham's centres. As we are an integrated multi-cultural City then there is a far wider diversity of shopping.

We are home to champions in Football, Cricket, Rugby & Basketball and we have the largest roller skating rink in the country.

I also find the people in Leicester a lot more friendly than Nottingham.

Neil Asher
Leicester

I've lived in London for 10 years now, and if I could find a decent job in my field of expertise, I'd be back like a shot. It really is true - you have to move away to appreciate what you left behind.

Al
London

Nottingham is a great place .great people,apart from the tramps all over market square.great music comeing from trent fm.i live out in the country in cotgrave,and still i vist nottingham to do all my shopping.visted many over citys like belgium a france and still love notts.

Ronald Bell
Cotgrave, Notts

Being a Student at Nottingham Trent I've been here for two years. So far all I've experienced is diversity to the extreme. This city has it all. Its got good nightlife people with accents you can understand but also heritage and countryside beauty. In my opinion it is the 2nd best city behind London but Nottingham does offer you everything in the UK in one whole package.

Alvaro Roberts
Milton Keynes

I have lived in nottingham since 1992. I don't see what the fuss is all about. The city has a great potential to get rich via tourism , unfortunately local leaders does not seem to have a clue how to achieve this. Also there are certain areas that I would not like my daughters to visit.

Also the clubbing & nightlife feels like everybody is on the run.
There isn't any place where one can go & enjoy the night without being disturbed by young thugs.

Friday & saturday nights are not very interesting for a family , especially the market square seems to be filled with people who are heavily drunk & abusive in general.

I can not stand the twiggy & joe's show on radio trent either.

eddie
nottingham

Nottingham, is surely the best city in England.
Most people get intothe laid back atmosphere of our city from an early age. Which may be why the last famous person to be spawned here was Robin Hood. Oh I`m sorry...I forgot about Paper Lace.

Do you know any other famous or even imfamous,(Paul Scarrot),sons or daughters of England`s middle city?

Nottingham born and bred.

Josef Kujawa
Nagoya Japan

in reply

Hi Josef - a list of celebs with connections to our fair county of Nottinghamshire can be found at:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/spotlight
/celebrity_abcd1.shtml
They're all post-Robin - although Paper Lace don't seem to have made it onto the list - an error on our behalf I'm sure.

Graeme
成人论坛 Nottingham Online

Lovely place, marvellous people, terrific countryside - what more can I say - Brilliant! But, ay-up , it's a shame they pulled down Mundella. Keep it up at the TBI !

George Cook
Brisbane

mansfield is just outside nottingham, but it is just as nice, but some people dont like it.

Thomas Whiteley
MANSFIELD

Originally from Nottingham, for the past five years I have lived in Marbella, Spain, Kuwait and now am working in Bahrain. When I think of England I always think of Nottingham. I love the vibrancy of the city, the fantastic shops and pubs, and the fact that some of the most beautiful countryside in England is only minutes away. And yes, living in a desert land I also miss the cold (though not all year). My father lives in Mapperley and I eagerly await my once yearly visit. Originally we lived in Farnsfield, and I then moved to the City. A fantastic place - be proud of it!! PS- you probably wonder what I'm doing here!! Believe me, one year will be enough although, in Middle Eastern terms, Bahrain is one of the better countries!!

Jane Love
Manama, Bahrain

I lived in Nottingham for 8 months and enjoyed the city centre and the surrounding countryside. The people are pleasant and easy-going which is the most important thing. The nightlife is diverse, I've never seen a better city for shopping outside London and the Market Square/Lace Market area is very trendy. But you can't call that shack on the rock a 'castle'! It's also very cosmopolitan, largely due to having 2 big universities. I would definitely consider living there in the future and the problems mentioned are common in most large towns in the UK anyway.

Amit
Madrid

nottingham is the best city in england but it is a shame about the quality of the football teams

Natalie Earp
Nottingham

in reply...

Natalie do you ever go down to the grounds of Notts or Forest and see the games they play, cuz as i read this thing from your saying that we have no good teams. If you do go down you must be asleep or something as Notts & Forest are doing great at the moment. Come on, Nottingham is a great City and it has 2 great Football teams on a roll at the moment so if you haven't got anything good to say then try not to say it as i'm sure if you speak to 10'000 Forest fans and 8'000 Notts fans and i'm sure there are more out there that we are proud of our teams at the moment. So Natalie come back when you have something good to say okay.

GRAHAM
Toronto, Canada

Compared to what, or for what? For shopping, which is what I come for, compared to York, Lincoln or London, YES. For anything else, can't say, no local knowledge.

teresa
Lincolnshire, England

I quite agree something should be done about the appalling weather. Suggest the local council gives everyone holiday vouchers to sunny Skeggy when Notts is under the weather. PS we also have connections to the S.I.MPSONS and are amused by the phonecalls to Mo's Tavern.

Seymour
Nottingham

Nottingham should definitely do something about the droves of people begging and selling stuff in the streets. It is a real nuissance that coming to Nottingham as a tourist I can't stand anywhere in town without being harassed immediately by someone wanting money from me. I usually answer these people in German and that puts them off. How about creating some kind of 'no begging please' symbol. A yellow ribbon would do nicely. All we would need now is a local newspaper to promote such a ribbon. I think that the citizens of Nottingham should reclaim their city centre.

Patrick
Switzerland

Nottingham! You can`t beat it can you. I now live in Adelaide South Australia.But i miss the cold,i remember the ice on the water in the diches!And the cobbled streets. As i type this it`s 39.8oc

Tony Sherwin
Australia

I LOVED the Indian music the would play out of the radio. I DID NOT LIKE the rascism displayed by other white people in curry houses etc, on my street.

Nottingham, Nottingham, When I moved there I felt cheated that the 'Castle' was indeed no such thing.

I did not like the fact that my fellow country people think anything too creative is 'weird', and how unsupportive they were towards new ideas. I am very happy to be away from this small mindedness of my fellow country people.

I have several things to say to my country: England, stop worrying about what the Jones are up to down the street, or what so and so's son is up to, or the local vicar for that matter. Let people be people, let them be who they are without your judgemental inquisitiveness. Look at your fear of new things and creative ideas, don't burn them down in silence and your fears, open up tothem and help them to live strong!, you may be suprised at how much wild creativity and new ideas enrich your life.

I also want to say, England, face up to and apologise to the world for your Imperialist past, stop talking about 'when we were a great nation'. No, England was a nation that committed genocide all over the world and wiped out cultures, events that 'bleed' through history into problems of today.

Only then will I be be able to feel a sense of true pride with my nation of birth.

Malcolm
SF USA

and in reply...

Malcolm from the USA seems to have missed the point. The question is "Is Nottingham the best city in the country"? Not an invitation to flaP his lip about whatever nonsense's on his mind. I know very few people who keep going on about Britain being a great nation. But rest assured, I will correct anyone I hear talking like that. We really want to be like the wonderful people from the USA, who have no history of a genocidal nature. Oh, except they raped, pillaged and murdered their native people. Oh yes, and the fact that they decided to rape, pillage and murder the people of Vietnam because they dared to folow a communist ideal. Oh yes, and they murdered and disfigured millions of Japanese civilians and poisoned their land for generations. God bless the USA.

Keith
London, England

Nottingham rocks!!!

laura

I'm originally from Nottingham and five years ago I started university in Hull. I was offered a job here straight after I'd finished uni so I stayed. Next week I'm moving back to Nottingham to a new job and I cannot wait! You do not realise how good Nottingham is until you move!

Richard
Hull

Only once you leave Nottingham do you truly realise what you are missing. Whilst some benefits of living in another city may be favourable like sunnier weather or better work oportunities, its once you've left you realise what you are missing. The 15minute bus journey into town. Shopping in one area, more clubs and pubs than you can drink in, and whose mentioned the gangs of girls around market square on a Friday night? Chips with gravy, curry sauce and mushy peas? Men in white short sleave shirts all year round. Girls without tights on in winter? People who talk casually on the top of a bus. The towns a perfect size smaller than Manchester and Birmimgham but larger than Norwich or Stoke. Funny i've lived in in London for 15 years but when asked where i'm from I reply "Nottingham"

Stuart Gould
Hatch End London

I was forunate to be able to visit this city where my Grandmother lived at one time, [she was born in Sheffield] Thanks to an invitation from a special male friend of mine, [Hi! Brendan!] I was able to get a pretty good look at Nottingham on the back of a RED triumph sprint! It was so cool to see alot of this city via motor bike! I hope to visit Nottingham again some time next year! It is one of the coolest cities in England, and it does have alot to offer!

Kim Marie Pilon
Burlington, Wisconsin USA