Top 12 date ideas in Nottingham

Whether you’re trying to make a good impression in a new relationship or treat your lifelong partner to something exciting, there are plenty of date ideas in Nottingham to choose from. From combat archery classes to ice skating and cocktails (not combined!), you’re sure to make your date in Nottingham one to remember. 

Paddleboard your way through Beeston

Up for making a splash in Nottingham’s 15-mile canal? SUPFITNESS offers a way to get your game on with a crash course in paddleboarding. Join your partner in a balancing act on the waters of Beeston, a quaint and pretty borough worth exploring from a boat-eye view. Be warned, however: paddleboarding is exercise! So, try not to plan anything too strenuous afterwards as the two of you may not have the energy!

Compete at indoor paintballing

Are you and your partner competitive types? Shooting paint pellets at each other might not sound like much of a romantic exercise, but that all depends on your perspective (and on who wins). The Alley is the UK’s first indoor paintball range, and a great opportunity to avoid any bad weather without sacrificing any potential date fun.  

Explore the City of Caves

Looming out of the Trent valley, the city of Nottingham hides a well-kept secret: a network of sandstone caves lurking just under the surface. Sounds spooky, right? The truth is much less grim: the caverns were carved out to expand the city’s living space, and were often used for tanneries, pubs and housing. Over 800 of these caves stretch out under Nottingham, and the National Justice Museum offers a delve into the largest section currently available to the public. It’s an opportunity to show your partner a whole new side of the city - literally! 

Have a cocktail evening

Whether you consider alchemy to be science or fantasy, there’s no denying that The Alchemist bar has fine-tuned its grasp on the bubbly arts. From its Red Dead Zombies drink to the aptly named Bubblebath, the bar prides itself on adding a unique twist to a regular cocktail evening. Take the opportunity to try something new and show off your adventurous side to your partner in the process!

Watch a stand-up comedian

Laughing together is one of the strongest bonding experiences you can share, and there’s no better way to break the ice than by watching stand-up comedy. Just The Tonic comedy club has a lineup of shows every Saturday, with occasional shows on Sundays and weekdays as well. Browse the bookings and surprise your partner with one of their favourite comedians or try someone you haven’t watched before to see if they can make you crack a smile. 

Take a Robin Hood tour

Nothing completes a date in Nottingham quite like a traditional Robin Hood tour. Mixing historical facts with ballads and songs, this tour explores the legend of Robin Hood and its evolution into the dashing rebel story we know today. If your partner loves the tales of Sherwood Forest, this is the perfect way to explore the city through a 12th-century lens. Enjoy tales of valour, tyranny and theft as you explore Nottingham’s historical landmarks together, including the Old County Gaol and the Saxon Lace Market.

Enter the world of Warhammer

Do you and your partner share a love of gaming? Warhammer World might not seem like the most traditional date, but for a couple who loves the Warhammer universe, it could be the most memorable day of the year. Nottingham is proud to host the Warhammer World experience complete with a full exhibition, gaming tables and even an on-site pub! Spend time painting Warhammer miniatures together, studying the exhibits or attending one of many events thrown by the venue for game lovers. The key to your partner’s heart is their interests, after all!

Play mini golf with dinosaurs

Jurassic Cove is ready to challenge you and your date to an evening of prehistoric roundup at a mini golf course. Grab your golf clubs and head into a world of dinosaurs, where scoring a hole-in-one could be the way to save your partner from a five-metre-tall T-Rex. Spend an evening competing at 18 unique holes, overseen by the critical eyes of the Cove’s many resident dinosaurs. 

Take to the ice together

Is there anything quite as romantic as ice skating? There could be, but it’s still quite high up on the list. At the National Ice Centre you can take your partner for a spin around the rink: dance, skate and race your way across the ice, all while testing your skills of balance. Whether you’re a natural or you fall over your feet every few minutes, your partner is sure to be endeared by your attempts. It’s a win-win!

Have a romantic meal out

Nottingham is full of new, exciting and fun evenings out with your date, but sometimes all you need is good company, a glass of wine, and an hour or two to talk. The city is host to some beautiful restaurants and eateries to provide the perfect backdrop to a date, whether you want to spoil your spouse with a Michelin star experience or sit down to chat at the pub.

Take a tour of the Old County Gaol

If you’re searching for the spookier side of Nottingham, a tour of the Old County Gaol could be right up your alley. Hold hands for comfort as you learn about the people imprisoned in the gaol, their fates and their ghost stories in the present day. Enjoy an adult-focused learning experience, with no shying away from the gory and grim - just make sure that your partner enjoys that sort of thing first!

Challenge each other to combat archery

Last - but far from least - our top suggestion for a date activity in Nottingham is a game of combat archery. Enter the Hunger Games in a fight for glory and fame, complete with foam-tipped arrows and usable barricades to hide behind. Duck, dive, dodge and let your teamwork carry you both to victory in a true test of compatibility.

The best date activities in Nottingham

From The Lace Market to the castle walls, there’s no denying that Nottingham has a certain amount of charm. Whether you and your partner enjoy high-energy activities or wine, cheese and a chat, the city is bound to provide something to match your tastes. Whatever you end up doing, just don’t let it overshadow the true value of a date - spending time together! 

If you’re interested in taking the extra step and buying a new home in Nottingham, check out our range of new builds close enough for you to try out every date the city has to offer (and more).

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