About this tour
A two-hour walking tour led by a local guide exploring Nottingham's medieval past through the lens of Robin Hood legends and genuine history. You'll visit Nottingham Castle's formidable fortifications, descend into the caves beneath Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, and navigate the Lace Market district where medieval merchants once thrived. The tour separates fact from folklore, revealing how power shifted between nobility and common folk, with stories grounded in the city's actual past rather than pure legend.
Highlights
- Nottingham Castle's defensive architecture and political history
- Underground cave system beneath historic pub, carved into bedrock
- Lace Market's Georgian streets and textile trade heritage
- Robin Hood narratives separated from documented events
- Sherwood Forest connections to local rebellion and resistance
- Medieval Nottingham's class divisions and power structures
What to expect
Expect a brisk walk covering roughly two miles across Nottingham's central areas. Your guide will move between key sites, speaking about medieval power dynamics and how working people resisted authority. You'll descend stairs into caves and climb to castle ramparts, so expect varied terrain and some elevation changes. The pace is conversational but steady—your guide contextualises locations rather than delivering lengthy monologues at each stop. You'll finish in the Lace Market, where the tour concludes.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. The tour involves stairs and uneven surfaces. Prams and strollers are manageable on most routes. Service animals welcome. Not suitable if you have spinal injuries or significant cardiovascular limitations. Nearby public transport available if needed. The pub stop does not include beverages.
Frequently asked
- How long does Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham take?
- Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham cost?
- Prices start from AUD $41 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.