Discover Victorian Nottingham’s architecture on a guided tour. Uncover quirky stories, Gothic influences, and the legacy of Watson Fothergill.
Discover Victorian Nottingham’s architecture on a guided tour. Uncover quirky stories, Gothic influences, and the legacy of Watson Fothergill.
- Watson Fothergill Head Office - View the exterior of one of Nottingham’s most unusual buildings and learn about its architecture and history.
- Nottingham - The walking tour covers Nottingham’s historic city centre including the Market Square, Lace Market and Castle Quarter.
- BOX Nottingham - The exterior of this building is well worth a…
- Watson Fothergill Head Office - View the exterior of one of Nottingham’s most unusual buildings and learn about its architecture and history.
- Nottingham - The walking tour covers Nottingham’s historic city centre including the Market Square, Lace Market and Castle Quarter.
- BOX Nottingham - The exterior of this building is well worth a look (you can come back later and look inside as it’s now a Sports Bar)

- Walking tour of Nottingham
- Explore architecture of Watson Fothergill
- Walking tour of Nottingham
- Explore architecture of Watson Fothergill
Why did the Victorians compare a mortgage to a monkey? How can a single architect have two names on one building? What connects one of Nottingham’s leading Victorian architects with Mick Jagger and Thomas Hardy? These intriguing questions and more will be explored during an engaging and informative guided tour of architect Watson Fothergill’s buildings…
Why did the Victorians compare a mortgage to a monkey? How can a single architect have two names on one building? What connects one of Nottingham’s leading Victorian architects with Mick Jagger and Thomas Hardy? These intriguing questions and more will be explored during an engaging and informative guided tour of architect Watson Fothergill’s buildings in Nottingham City Centre. Discover the works of one of Nottingham’s most notable Victorian architects, his distinctive style, and the Gothic influence on the city’s architecture. The walk covers approximately 3km (1.86 miles) and concludes with an opportunity for refreshments.
Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable footwear suitable for city walking. The meeting point is outside the Nottingham Tourism Centre on Smithy Row (adjacent to the Council House).
- Wheelchair and scooter users are welcome but please check with organiser as some steps involved at end of walk. Otherwise is on pavements and pedestrian streets.
- Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
- Please contact organiser if you wish to bring children under 16
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.