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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.

We joined The Woolly Tellers for their show ‘Definitely Not Respectable’, an evening of songs and spoken word retelling the history of Victorian Nottingham and the old Malt Cross music hall, which still stands today on the city’s infamous St James’ Street.

Forest Live is a three-day, outdoor festival based in the woodland heart of the county – Sherwood Pines, showcasing some of the best singers and performers out there.

With the weather being very kind to us this year, the festival was a perfect choice for a day out with friends and family. We were thrilled to be a part of it and see Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott as well as UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey.

What better way to spend one of our sunny days during this summer’s heatwave than at Robin Hood's Wheelgate Park in north Nottinghamshire. Like little keen beans, my children and I headed over to be there for the doors opening at 10am to make the most of the day.

So, we know how beer is made right? Hops, yeast, water…beyond that my own knowledge is pretty sketchy. Well, the good folk over at Brewhouse & Kitchen (B&K) on Trent Bridge can turn you from novice to master brewer (kind of) in just one day!

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!