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We took a trip to Redsmith Distillery to find out more about the award-winning gin crafted here in the heart of Nottingham and get an exclusive taste of the new Outlaw Gin.

We met up with creator Wayne Asher at the small but perfectly formed distillery in Sneinton Market, where he regaled us with tales about how he took his first steps in the world of spirit making, a far cry from his former career in aerospace and aircraft engines. Following a stint as plumbing and heating engineer he was looking for new challenge and began searching for a project which would bring him joy, and a product which could bring joy to others. Inspired by a documentary on Sip-Smith distillery in London and their pioneering work with HMRC to legalise small scale distilleries, he knew exactly what he wanted to achieve.

Ahead of the Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival opening on Wednesday (17 October), we grabbed five minutes with the festival organiser, Steve for some quick fire questions – he’s a busy man!

Blending opulence with modern simplicity, Merchant's Restaurant is the statement piece of the Lace Market Hotel, offering contemporary fine-dining and some deliciously creative dishes. Situated in an impressive Georgian building which was previously a doctors residence, the hotel has elegant period features such as original sash windows, fireplaces and a quirky layout. After being completely restored and modernised in recent years, both the Lace Market Hotel and the Merchants Restaurant are now full of artistic character and contemporary design.

I was delighted when I discovered a night out for Nottingham Craft Beer week which could have been made for me, combining two of the things which make me most happy – A Chocolate & Beer tasting evening at the historic Cock & Hoop Pub at Nottingham's Lace Market Hotel.

Within 5 minutes of leaving the A1 near Retford, you can be enjoying AA Rosette dining in the former 17th century coaching Ye Olde Bell Inn, which has welcomed an eclectic mix of visitors over the years, including Queen Victoria and One Direction!

Just a stone’s throw from Wollaton Park, Nottingham Lakeside Arts, and Highfield’s Boating Lake, one of the delights about visiting Bramleys Brasserie is taking in the University of Nottingham campus as you drive up to the restaurant - a reminder of what a beautiful part of the city this is.