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Nottingham’s Art Deco Pubs again!

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I’ll be repeating my talk on pubs of the 1920s & 30s in January 2026

There’s still time to join me for Nottingham Deco in the Details Part 2 on Thursday, 30 October at 11 am. It doesn’t matter if you’ve done Part 1 – the tour is self-contained! This time I’ll be looking at buildings including Notts Fire & Rescue, YMCA, The Palais de Danse, The Lord Roberts, Sneinton Market, and The Bath Inn.

The Lord Roberts, corner of Broad Street and High Cross Street, Nottingham. (Photo: Lucy Brouwer)

And speaking of Art Deco Pubs, I’ll be staging my illustrated talk on Nottingham’s Art Deco Pubs again in January at The Vat & Fiddle. Tickets via this link or from the bar at The Vat. The previous performances have all sold out so book ahead to avoid disappointment! 

Nottingham’s Art Deco Pubs: Pub Architecture, Trends and Improvements in the Interwar Years, Tuesday 20 January 2026, Doors 7 pm. Tickets £10 each.

Join me at The Vat & Fiddle, 20 Jan 2026. Doors 7 pm. 

My walking season is almost over, but I am working on a few new ideas for next year. You can still book me to guide and of my tours as private walks for groups – fees starting at £100 for up to 5 people (maximum group size 20). Please drop me a line here to organise a tour. 

Plus – look out for some Thomas Chambers Hine-related news coming soon…

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Zoom talks for groups

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If there are any groups – WI, U3A, Local History Societies etc – who would be interested in a Zoom-version of one of my talks then please get in touch. My talks on Watson Fothergill in Nottingham, The Buildings of Fothergill in Mansfield and On The Trail of Thomas Chambers Hine can all be delivered as an illustrated digital lecture via Zoom. Please contact Lucy to discuss your requirements.

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Fothergill Talk at Mansfield Library

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Lucy will be giving an illustrated talk on Fothergill’s Buildings in Mansfield live and in person at Mansfield Central Library on 10 May 2022 at 2pm. Tickets are £3 each and available from the library or via this link on Eventbrite.

Tickets for my talk on Fothergill in Mansfield

Fothergill Watson (as he was then) was born in Mansfield in 1841 and many of his early buildings came about through his connections in the town. The illustrated talk looks at Fothergill’s family, the buildings that he designed in the town that remain, including houses, shops and the Cattle Market. There will also be a chance to discover some of the buildings that have been demolished.

Book now to avoid disappointment!

Lucy is also available to give talks on local architects to groups in Nottinghamshire, in person or via Zoom. Email for more details.

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New Dates Added in April

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I’ve had such a great response to the walks so far – thank you everyone who has booked or spread the word! I have a number of new events coming up…

Lucy throwing some shapes on Broadway! Photo: Stravros Pouricas @stavraki_notts


Sunday 31st March, 1pm – Mother’s Day Heritage Tour a short look around the Lace Market, followed by a choice of Afternoon or Cream Tea at Debbie Bryan. Tickets available here from Debbie Bryan.

Yummy afternoon teas at Debbie Bryan – part of the Mother’s Day package.


Sunday 14th April, 10am –The Hine Hike.  I will be offering another chance to join me for a tour of the buildings of Thomas Chambers Hine. This time the walk includes tea (or coffee) and cake at Debbie Bryan. Tickets £12 on sale now.

The Hine Hike returns!


Thursday 18th April, 6pm – Watson Fothergill Walk – Evening Edition. This is a slightly longer version of the walk, taking advantage of lighter evenings. It will conclude in Fothergill’s pub (drinks not included). Tickets £12, available now.

An evening Watson Fothergill Walk

Tuesday 25th June, 2.30pm – On The Trail Of TC Hine. I will be giving an illustrated talk at West Bridgford Library, looking at some of Thomas Chambers Hine’s buildings in Nottingham. Tickets £3 here or in person from the library.

Learn more about the buildings of Thomas Chambers Hine from the comfort of the library! TICKETS

I hope you can join me at one of the events – sign up for the mailing list for regular updates when new dates are announced.