Name: Watson Fothergill Walk
Start: 2025-02-12T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-02-12T16:00:00+00:00
Location: City Centre

Join tour guide Lucy Brouwer to explore the Nottingham city centre buildings of Victorian architect Watson Fothergill.

Why did the Victorians think a mortgage was like a monkey? How can one architect have two names on one building? What links one of Nottingham's foremost Victorian architects with Mick Jagger and Thomas Hardy? These questions and more will be answered on a guided walk around the buildings of architect Watson Fothergill in Nottingham City Centre. Explore the buildings of one of Nottingham's most prominent Victorian architects, his signature style and the influence of the Gothic on the city's buildings. A walk of approximately 2km (1.25 miles) 2 hours.

What’s Included:

Guided 2-hour walk around Nottingham city centre
Explore buildings designed by Victorian architect Watson Fothergill
Learn about his signature Gothic style and architectural influences
Hear fascinating stories and historical facts about Nottingham
Walk approximately 2km (1.25 miles) through the city

Age restrictions: 12+

Adult (General admission. Minimum age 12. ) £20

Available dates

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Wed, 12 Feb 14:00 - 16:00

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Sun, 23 Feb 10:00 - 12:00

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How to get there

Outside Tourist Information Centre, Nottingham, NG1 2BY

Yuup extras

Stick around and enjoy a drink or some food at Fothergill's pub.

COVID-19 guidelines

Event is outside. You are free to wear a mask if you wish. Please do not attend if you have tested positive for Covid 19.

On the day

Participants are asked to come appropriately prepared for all weather eventualities and to wear footwear suitable for city walking. Meet for a prompt start outside Nottingham Tourism Centre on Smithy Row (next to Council House).

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How to change dates

Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.

How to get a refund

Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.

Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Watson Fothergill Walk

In the heart of Nottingham, Lucy Brouwer is a passionate tour guide, art historian, and storyteller. She brings the city's architecture to life with her engaging walking tours, showcasing the work of renowned architects like Watson Fothergill and Thomas Chambers Hine. Lucy's tours take you on a journey through Nottingham’s rich architectural history, with her latest walks uncovering hidden Art Deco gems from the 20th century. Whether you're a local or visiting, Lucy’s tours offer a fresh perspective on the city’s iconic landmarks.

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