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Nottingham is known as one of the best places to find hookups in the UK. This is thanks to their eclectic nightlife which has adapted to make sure that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a local looking for some new places to find hookups to enjoy or a visitor who wants to make sure that you have an epic night out, AdultHookup has got the Nottingham hookup guide for you to make sure that you don't miss out on everything this great city has to offer.

History of Nightlife in Nottingham

Nottingham's history as a city has been mainly focused on being creative, especially when it comes to their theatre and local music. When it came to nightlife, there were plenty of bars and pubs where bands could play and always people willing to listen. Bands like Ten Years After, Paper Lace and Tindersticks developed their talent in these venues and added to Nottingham's local music scene. For instance, Tindersticks was formed at the HIPPO which is now Coco Tang. In Nottingham, nightclubs often end up taking over each other, with popular 1980s and 1990s clubs being bought by a new owner and given a new name. This also kept the nightlife to certain areas of the city. The trend of pre-drinking at the bars and pubs also become popular during the 1980s and 1990s since the bars and pubs could only stay open until midnight. But new changes to licensing laws have turned Nottingham into a late-night party city, with bars staying open even later than before making it easier than ever to find after-hours hookups.

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As with most cities, Nottingham's nightlife centre is also the near the centre of the city. Old Market Square is the heart of Nottingham's nightlife with both traditional and more modern bars and pubs taking over the area.Most of the gay bars and nightclubs are located off of Market Square, near to the city's other nightlife areas, making it easy to try out different places. Another area is Hockley which is located adjacent to The Lace Market and is home to many of Nottingham's hookup bars. For trendier nightlife options, head down to The Lace Market area just south of Hockley. This area feels like it's been untouched by time with red brick warehouses and red phone boxes along the streets. Many of these buildings have been converted into bars and restaurants that have quickly become nightlife hot spots. Lace Market is also home to stylish superclub, Pryzm. Even the universities are getting in on the nightlife. The NTU Student Union turns into a nightclub once the sun goes down and is the site of one of the most epic club nights in Nottingham, Climax. It's an absolute can't-miss event for the younger generation and makes a great place for hookups.

Best Times To Go Out

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The best times to go out in Nottingham are Fridays or Saturdays. Licensing laws have changed in recent years which means that you have a choice to either go to a bar or nightclub for your last drink of the night. In Nottingham, you get the best of both worlds and most people tend to combine bars and nightclubs in the same night to make the most of their free time. If you are planning to do this, head out to a bar around 9 or 10 pm. Stay for a few drinks and then head out to one of the city's many nightclubs and some of the best Nottingham hookup bars and hookup clubs. If you are planning to try out one of Nottingham's nightclubs or superclubs, then the early you get there the better since there's so much to see.

Nottingham Hookup Spots: Directory

To pick the best places for finding hookups it depends on your mood and the type of Nottingham hookups you are looking for. If you want a sophisticated night out, then you want to choose one of the city's upscale cocktail bars. If you want to dance the night away, a nightclub is a perfect place for you or if you are just looking for a friendly drink or two, then a bar or pub is where you want to be. Luckily, Nottingham has all this and more and the guide below will help give you a better idea of what this UK city has to offer.

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Das Kino

Type
Bar
Space
Vintage furniture, neon lights, ping pong tables
Crowd
20 to 30 somethings, trendy
Address
2fz, 22 Fletcher Gate, Nottingham NG1 2FZ
Website
Any Notes
Perfect spot to grab late-night pizza
Brief Description
If you are looking for a place to meet hookups Das Kino is perfect. This is Nottingham's first ping pong club, making this the perfect place for any kind of entertainment. At night, this bar turns into a late night party spot and they even host live music performances from local bands and DJs. The delicious drinks are just a bonus. There are no queues so you never have to wait to get inside.
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Coco Tang

Type
Cocktail bar
Space
Vintage decor, brick walls, low lighting
Crowd
Young
Address
45 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham NG1 2GN
Website
Any Notes
Door charges on some days, check website for more details
Brief Description
Coco Tang isn't like any other place in the city. It's more like a hybrid between a speakeasy and a nightclub than a cocktail bar. Speakeasies have gained popularity in recent years and Coco Tang proves why. This underground bar has a huge selection of bespoke liquors that are used to create delicious cocktails. It's a great spot for late-night drinks especially for the after-work crowd and offers a unique experience for finding hookups.
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The Lacehouse

Type
Bar
Space
Contemporary loft, rustic decor, bare brick, raw wood
Crowd
20 to 30 somethings
Address
The Lacehouse, Broadway, Nottingham NG1 1PS
Website
Any Notes
No door charge
Brief Description
This venue gets its name from it's location in a former Nottingham lace factory and is a fun nightlife spot. The industrial vibe is carried throughout the space with a rich and decadent open-plan interior. There's a really friendly atmosphere which makes it easy to find hookups and show someone a good time. It's also the place to find the largest selection of rum in Nottingham with a cocktail menu with over 60 options for you to try. They mostly play jazz or indie music keeping with the vintage decor and theme of the place.
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Tilt

Type
Cocktail bar
Space
Vintage decor, stage area, brick walls
Crowd
Young, eclectic
Address
9 Pelham St, Nottingham NG1 2EH
Website
Any Notes
No queues usually, no door charge
Brief Description
If you're looking for Nottingham hookup bars that are hidden gems, Tilt is one that you should try. This cocktail bar brings back all the glamour and excitement of old vintage clubs and music venues. The drinks are delicious and Tilt's bartenders are very skilled at creating some of the most original cocktails. It's the best place in the city to listen to live blues or sample some incredible cocktails which pair perfectly with the atmosphere of the place.
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Ink

Type
Nightclub
Space
4 clubs, 8 bars, rooftop venue, neon lighting
Crowd
20 to 30 somethings
Address
The Elite Bldg, 2 Queen St, Nottingham NG1 2BL
Website
Any Notes
No casual dress includes hoodies, sneakers and sportswear
Brief Description
Ink is a true superclub. This place is massive with 4 different rooms actually making up the space. Each room is actually like it's own club, changing the music and theme. It's a great place to wander and check out to see what's going on. They use top audio and visual technologies to create a one-of-a-kind experience. Check out: Trash Mansion for an "urban street decay" party or Neon for a futuristic light show and tunes to go with it.
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Rescue Rooms

Type
Nightclub and lounge bar
Space
Multiple venues, sofas, antler chandelier, looks like someone's house
Crowd
Young, loves to party
Address
Rescue Rooms, Masonic Place, Goldsmith Street, Nottingham NG1 5LB
Website
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Affordable drinks
Brief Description
The best hookup clubs are the ones that cater to all different types of people and musical tastes. It's also about feeling comfortable. Nobody wants to go someplace where they are too nervous to say anything which is why Rescue Rooms is so successful. Since its opening in 2003, they have hosted dozens of musicians and DJs to Nottingham's party-loving crowd.They have featured everyone from The Killers, Calvin Harris, Ellie Goulding and La Roux at their venue. They hold about 450 people on the first floor and has a separate performance space upstairs called the Red Room that holds about 100. They also have 2 bars including one in the adjoining building that is open to everyone with a ticket. On busy nights, they sometimes open up the upstairs balcony bar to deal with the demand. If you want to find the best place to stand, head towards the front left side which gives you a good view of the stage.
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Propaganda

Type
Nightclub
Space
Spacious venue, VIP booths and tables
Crowd
LGBT, mixed crowd
Address
The Lace Market, 8-10 Broadway, Nottingham NG1 1PS
Website
Any Notes
Free entry with Student ID, no casualwear allowed
Brief Description
Located in the trendy Lace Market area which is host to some of Nottingham's best hookup clubs, Propaganda is a great venue to party to give 5 am Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. This nightclub is LGBT-friendly with a good mix of people from all ages and backgrounds all coming together to dance the night away. If you are feeling adventurous, check out Pounded on Wednesdays, where drinks are only £1.
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New Foresters

Type
Gay bar
Space
Heated beer garden, 5 TVs
Crowd
LGBT mostly, lesbian-friendly
Address
18 St Ann's St, Nottingham NG1 3LX
Website
Any Notes
Open 7 days a week, karaoke
Brief Description
The New Foresters has been an established gay venue since 1958 but back then it was called The Foresters Arms. It was known primarily as a lesbian bar but today you will see a mixed crowd. Just make sure to look smart if you are heading to this gay bar to make it easier to find hookups. You can get a little privacy in one of the VIP booths or choose to try your chances out in the wild. They even have monthly shows and events so make sure to check their website to figure out the best night to go out.
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NG1

Type
Nightclub
Space
Couches, tables, 4 bars, 2 floors, multi-colored lights
Crowd
Mixed ages, LGBT
Address
76-80 Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham, NG1 1EH
Website
Any Notes
Music changes nightly
Brief Description
Just a few minutes walk from Market Square is this premier late night destination and one of the city's largest nightclubs. This superclub is like 4 different spaces in one and with 3 sound systems, it's easy to feel the music. It's a great option for an LGBT venue because it's got so many different rooms to try so there's always something new to enjoy. It also caters to a variety of ages with an older crowd gravitating towards the bar to the right of the entrance while the younger crowd congregates towards the back where the dance floor is. While it might be hard to have a conversation, you probably won't be doing much talking by the end of the night.
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The Bowery Club

Type
Nightclub
Space
Low ceilings, ping pong tables, dark venue
Crowd
Younger crowd
Address
22 Fletcher Gate, Nottingham NG1 2FZ
Website
Any Notes
Cheap drinks
Brief Description
The Bowery Club only opened in 2014 but it's already one of Nottingham's best hookup clubs. It's a different atmosphere from the other Nottingham nightclubs, going for a darker, grittier and underground setting that caters to hardcore clubbers. It might feel a little claustrophobic thanks to the low ceilings and crowd of bodies. If you end up here, expect to get really sweaty and really close to hot strangers. This boutique nightclub plays a mix of R'nB and house music and even has table service available. It's open late which gives you more time to meet someone while the intimate setting makes it easy to get close.
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The Boilermaker

Type
Hidden bar
Space
Contemporary, tables, hidden doors
Crowd
20 to 30 year olds, trendy
Address
36 Carlton St, Nottingham NG1 1NN
Website
Any Notes
First some first served, no bookings available
Brief Description
Probably one of the most creative and fun hookup bars is this cocktail bar which is hidden behind a boiler showroom. Despite the rather strange venue, this bar really knows how to create a fun and funky atmosphere. To get in, first talk to the salesman at the front and tell him how many people are in your party, then you will walk through the "Staff Only" door which goes into a cloakroom/bathroom. By the sink, you will notice that there's a door and this is the entrance to the cocktail bar. Once you are inside, you can enjoy two (or three) of their signature quirky cocktails.
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PRYZM Nottingham

Type
Nightclub
Space
2 clubs, 4 themed bars, neon lighting
Crowd
20 to 30 year olds, partiers
Address
Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham NG1 3BB
Website
Any Notes
A little expensive
Brief Description
With a capacity of over 2500, Pryzm is the biggest nighclub venue in Nottingham. The main room offers a large open space with room to dance down the middle or you can take a seat in the private booths that line the dance floor with one of the nightclub's cocktails. If you want to get away from the crowd, head up to the balcony. It's a great place to keep an eye on the action and increase your chances for finding hookups. Take a trip to another world with their themed rooms. They even have one that is modelled after a ski lodge.

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While Nottingham is still relatively new to the late-night hookup scene, it's proven that it knows what it's doing. The hookup bars and hookup clubs are great places to meet people who are interested in the same thing that you are and you never have to worry about mixed signals. Besides these places, Nottingham is also home to some rocking music festivals which are where all the cool people go to drink and party until the early hours of the morning. It doesn't matter where you go in Nottingham, you can always have a good time.

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