What’s happening in The Meadows
Queens Walk Recreation Ground
Queen’s Walk Recreation Ground is a focal point as you enter the Meadows from the Nottingham train station end. This green space is an incredible communuity resource, with a fascinating history including being used by sports teams through the centurys. The recreation ground now houses a play area, sensory garden, wildflower meadow and bowls pitch, as well as space for picnics and relaxing, walking and playing. There's an interesting mix of feature trees planted from all over the world, as well as lovely examples of native trees. Queen’s Walk Recreation Ground has been awarded the Green Flag Award 2011/2012.
Queen’s Walk Recreation Ground is managed by Nottingham City Council.
Image © Nottingham City Council
Victoria Embankment
Victoria Embankment has to be one of Nottingham's most famous green spaces - running alongside the River Trent, it makes for beautiful views, as well as hosting many events though the year. This site has play areas, a bandstand, formal gardens, and sports pitches - a great place to get active!
Victoria Embankment is managed by Nottingham City Council.
Click here for further information on Victoria Embankment
If you like a good walk outside, download a flyer on healthy walks on Victoria Embankment!
Arkwright Meadows Community Gardens
A great project in the Meadows, combining vegetable growing, education, and a real community space.
The Meadows library
Wildlife in the City works closely with Nottingham City's local libraries - a great place for resources about your local environment.
It’s no snow day for willow weaving volunteers
Wildlife in the City volunteers enjoyed a novel session in the snow, with willow experts Wildworks helping us create a magnificent living willow tunnel at Queen’s Walk Recreation Ground in the Meadows.
Meet Willow the Fox!
Meet ‘Willow’ - the fresh foxy face of our new Wildlife in the City website.
An insider’s view of a nest box in The Meadows!
Wildlife in the City have installed a tiny camera at Queen’s Walk Recreation Ground in The Meadows - linked to a TV in the nearby pavillion for LIVE action!
