The Level

The Level is a modern live music and multi-purpose venue in central Nottingham, located within the Nottingham Trent Students’ Union building. Its main event space accommodates around 1,200 people standing and can also be adapted for a range of seated layouts. A lower-level performance area overlooked by an upper gallery creates a dynamic setting suited to concerts, club nights, conferences and other live events.

Inside, flexibility and event production are central to the experience. Professional sound and lighting systems support different types of performances, while bar and catering facilities make longer events more convenient for visitors. The combination of an open floor in front of the stage and elevated areas provides varied viewing positions throughout the venue.

Shakespeare Street, Nottingham, NG1 4GH, United Kingdom places The Level directly in the city centre. There is no on-site parking, but the Victoria Centre and Trinity Square car parks are nearby, while the Nottingham Trent tram stop is only a few minutes away on foot. Access to the venue is directly from Shakespeare Street; for broader information about transport around Nottingham and connections from other parts of the city, see the city guide below.

Nottingham, a city of the Robin Hood legend and one of the liveliest urban stages in the East Midlands, is a natural destination for sport and concerts. The big-city buzz here isn’t created only in stadiums and arenas, but also in streets filled with pubs, restaurants, and music venues. Thanks to a compact city centre and a strong mix of things to do, it’s easy to plan an evening that starts with enjoying the city and continues after the event in a great nightlife rhythm.

When it comes to arriving and getting around, Nottingham is known for practical solutions: the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram network and Nottingham City Transport bus routes link key city spots with neighbourhoods and approach areas, making arena and stadium trips simple and stress-free. If you arrive by train, Nottingham Station is the central hub where it’s quick to switch to tram or bus, and for air travel the most common choice is East Midlands Airport (EMA), with connections into the city via public transport and road links. In practice, that means places like Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, City Ground and Trent Bridge are easy to reach even for first-time visitors.

Once you’ve got your tickets, Nottingham also gives you a “tourist bonus” that perfectly fills the hours before or after an event: take a stroll across Old Market Square and continue into the creative Lace Market and Hockley, where historic architecture meets modern bars and galleries. For a classic city viewpoint, head to Nottingham Castle, and if you want a breather by the water and riverside paths, River Trent is a great choice. For a calmer part of the day, there’s also Wollaton Hall with its spacious park, ideal for an easy walk before a big night out.