Guided Walking Tours

Fothergill Watson / Watson Fothergill – Two Names, One Architect

A guided walk around the buildings of architect Watson Fothergill in Nottingham City Centre. Learn about 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- 3km. There will be the opportunity for refreshments at the end of the walk.

“This tour combines some extremely well researched material with an engaging and lively delivery. It’s made me look at Nottingham city centre in a completely new light!”

Tickets for forthcoming Watson Fothergill Walks in February and March on Eventbrite. STOP PRESS… The March 2020 Walks are now on 29th March 10am and 1pm (not 22nd as previously advertised! Apologies for confusion.)

Photo: Lamar Francois

The Hine Hike. Another walk looking at the architecture of Thomas Chambers Hine in the centre of Nottingham. Dates for 2020 coming soon.

Photo: Lamar Francois

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Tickets for future events on Eventbrite.

Lucy is also available to conduct private tours – please get in touch.

Bookings

Tour Guide Lucy Brouwer is a researcher, writer, library assistant and art history graduate who is interesed in looking with fresh eyes on the familiar. Lucy has put together guided walks looking at the architecture and history of Nottingham in the Victorian Age: The Watson Fothergill Walk, The Hine Hike: The Buildings of Thomas Chambers… Continue reading Bookings

Reviews

We’ve had some lovely feedback so far… “Charisma and humour from the guide. She also gave a lot of historical info without ever being dry or boring.” “The buildings and locations were varied and easily accessed on foot. The history of Watson Fothergill’s life and career was very interesting and described in an informative and… Continue reading Reviews