Nottingham

Forever associated with men in tights and a sheriff with anger-management issues (aka the Robin Hood legend), Nottingham is a dynamic county capital with big-city aspirations, evocative historical sights, and a buzzing music and club scene thanks to its spirited student population.

Nottingham, England February 25, 2020:  Tourists shopping at the Shops on Old Market Square with the Council House
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