Gunthorpe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gunthorpe weir An underwater object breaks the smooth passage of the water over the top tiers of the weir.
Gunthorpe weir An underwater object breaks the smooth passage of the water over the top tiers of the weir.
Moorings near Gunthorpe Bridge
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Gunthorpe weir The water breaks gradually as it passes over the different tiers
The River Trent. Looking towards Gunthorpe Bridge from the river bank by the Unicorn Hotel. Gunthorpe Bridge is the only bridge over the River Trent between Newark and Nottingham. Old Gunthorpe toll bridge, http://images.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://homepages.which.net/~shardlow.heritage/gunth.jpg&imgrefurl=http://homepages.which.net/~shardlow.heritage/shwppcards.htm&usg=__o0CWy9UhqL9o7Ju1jsVRWYTz0QM=&h=339&w=535&sz=38&hl=en&start=7&um=1&tbnid=lDpKlYKFY8o-4M:&tbnh=84&tbnw=132&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dgunthorpe%2Bbridge%26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26um%3D1 , was built on the site of a ford and ferry that had existed since Roman times. Built in 1875 by the Gunthorpe Bridge Company who raised £7,500 through a share issue, it was a largely iron structure crossing the Trent: see 956029 and 955984. The tolls were horse and carriage 1/-, horse and wagon 6d, horse alone 3d, people and passengers 1d, motorcycles 3d, cars 1/- and lorries 2/6. In 1925 the Gunthorpe Bridge Act empowered the council to buy the owners out, demolish the bridge and replace it with the present one, seen here, a couple of hundred yards up stream. This believed to be the first toll bridge in the country to be replaced by a free one.
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Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns

Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns

4 out of 5
Bridge Trentside Nottingham England
The price is AU$99 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$99
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (239 reviews)
Staff were good, but room was too warm and in need of redecoration. Also disappointing that the bar closed at 10pm but we couldn't get a drink at 9.57pm because the bar had already closed.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park Nottingham England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)
Fab as usual!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

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The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

4 out of 5
Nuthall Road Nottingham England
The price is AU$144 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$144
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Room was very cosy, staff were very friendly just wish we could have had a dressed table for dinner on the Saturday (valentines day )other had

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
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Roomzzz Nottingham City

Roomzzz Nottingham City

4 out of 5
Stanley Place Nottingham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (912 reviews)
Clean room, comfy bed, excellent customer service..quiet, will definitely return when in Nottingham next.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Roomzzz Nottingham City
River Rooms Nottingham

River Rooms Nottingham

2 out of 5
4-6 Radcliffe Road Nottingham England
Stay at this apartment in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a computer station. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and City ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
Excellent amenities

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

River Rooms Nottingham
St Mary's Quarters

St Mary's Quarters

4 out of 5
26-28 High Pavement Nottingham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and National ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
Room was clean and well kept. Good location with car parks close by.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

University of Nottingham featuring street scenes and heritage elements

University of Nottingham

Overlooking a lake, the spire of the Trent Building is one of Nottingham’s most distinctive sites, representing over 135 years of higher education in the city.

University of Nottingham
Theatre Royal showing theatre scenes, street scenes and a city

Theatre Royal

Watch an entertaining show and learn about the city’s dramatic arts scene at this prominent theater. Meet friends for a pre-show chat in the bar or restaurant.

Theatre Royal
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, Nottingham

Trent Bridge

You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Trent Bridge
The home of Nottingham Forest and has been since 1898

City Ground

Catch an event at City Ground during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

City Ground
Nottingham featuring a castle, heritage architecture and a fountain

Wolla­ton Hall

See the real-life Wayne Manor from the Batman franchise and explore its fascinating museum and vast scenic grounds where deer roam.

Wolla­ton Hall
Nottingham Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Nottingham Castle

Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.

Nottingham Castle

Activities

Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)

AU$27
per adult
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

AU$20
per adult
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
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Nottingham showing markets, an administrative building and a city

Nottingham

River Trent Pleasure boat on the River Trent at Hoveringham

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