Free family trail that you don't want to miss this summer!

🏹 A free, family-friendly trail across Nottingham city centre

🗓️ From 4 August 2025

Uh-oh — the sneaky Sheriff of Nottingham is causing trouble again! He’s hidden letters all around the city centre, and only the cleverest of clue-hunters can help Robin Hood track down his missing treasure.

11 legendary characters are waiting to be found – each one holding a secret letter. Spot them all, crack the code, and reveal where the treasure’s been stashed. Ready to join the quest?

The challenge is simple:

🗺️ Grab a free map from any of the participating venues listed below, including Nottingham Castle, Nottingham Contemporary, and Nottingham Central Library, or download it here and print it off at home.

👣 Visit each marked venue on the map to find the hidden characters

🔠 Each character will give you a letter - collect all the letters and solve the mystery location

🎯 Once you've found all 11 characters and cracked the code, head to Nottingham Castle to claim your reward!

🏁 Take your time with the trail — there’s no rush to finish it all in one go! Feel free to do it bit by bit, ticking off a few characters on each outing. You can start wherever you like, just make sure you find them all along the way!

📍 Featured locations:

• Broadway Cinema
• Motorpoint Arena
• National Justice Museum
• Nottingham Arts Theatre, George Street
• Nottingham Castle
• Nottingham Central Library
• Nottingham Contemporary
• Nottingham Playhouse
• Royal Concert Hall
• Theatre Royal
• The City of Caves

Look out for Robin’s legendary allies — like Maid Marian and Little John — and keep your eyes peeled for troublemakers like the Sheriff and Prince John!

🎉 More than just a trail:

While you're out and about, enjoy creative activities and family-friendly events at venues along the way. There’s plenty to do, see, and explore all summer long - check out our blog here.

Need a break? Nottingham has loads of kid-friendly cafés and restaurants, many offering great summer deals on meals.

🚍 Getting here:

Plan your journey with great value group travel options -

• NCT Grouprider: Up to 5 people for £9 (at least 1 adult), all-day travel in the City Zone. £13 for unlimited all-day travel across all NCT services in the City Zone and Outer Zone.
• NET Group Ticket: Unlimited travel on one day for 1 or 2 adults and up to 3 children for £10 (valid weekends, school holidays & weekdays after 4pm). You can buy tickets through the NETGO! app or by using the ticket vending machines at any stop.

📲 Download the It’s in Nottingham app

The It’s in Nottingham app is packed with everything you need to make the most of your visit, including shops, restaurants, events, and built-in Google Maps. Whether you're exploring for the first time or rediscovering the city, the app makes it easy and fun.

Download the app for free on Apple or Android.

📸 Get social

Don’t forget to tag us in your adventure photos!
@itsinnottingham | #RobinHoodNottingham

🏹 Tell us what you loved most about the trail!

We would love to know what you and your little ones enjoyed most on the trail. Share your feedback with us by 11.59PM on Sunday 14 September 2025, for a chance to win one of four £50 Nottingham Gift Cards to spend at businesses in Nottingham city centre.