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Talks & Lectures Events in Nottingham

22 upcoming talks & lectures events

Nottingham’s intellectual landscape offers a rich tapestry of talks and lectures, drawing curious minds to its many corners. From the hushed aisles of Waterstones to the historic State Chamber at Southwell Minster, and the community hubs of Beeston Library and Nottinghamshire Archives, these spaces host a diverse range of discussions. Expect a thoughtful crowd, eager to engage with new ideas, historical insights, and contemporary issues. The city’s tradition of open discourse finds fertile ground here, with events that cater to a wide spectrum of interests, fostering a genuine spirit of shared learning and exploration.

As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 22 upcoming talks & lectures events in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, including 8 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Shining a light on... Helios. Here Comes The Sun! at State Chamber at Southwell Minster
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Shining a light on... Helios. Here Comes The Sun!

📍 State Chamber at Southwell Minster

£7.84

Royal Marines Reserve Merseyside NOTTINGHAM Recruit Presentation at 10 Carter RdFREE
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Royal Marines Reserve Merseyside NOTTINGHAM Recruit Presentation

📍 10 Carter Rd

PubhD #86 - Nottingham Research Lectures in a Pub at Barley TwistFREE
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PubhD #86 - Nottingham Research Lectures in a Pub

📍 Barley Twist

K.L. Slater in Conversation with T.M. Logan - Nottingham at Waterstones
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K.L. Slater in Conversation with T.M. Logan - Nottingham

📍 Waterstones

£5.00 - £21.00

Ben Kapur | From Stills to motion: Gear, stories & skills behind my work at Wex Photo Video NottinghamFREE
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Ben Kapur | From Stills to motion: Gear, stories & skills behind my work

📍 Wex Photo Video Nottingham

Hannah Couzens | Portrait Photography: More than a face. at Wex Photo Video NottinghamFREE
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Hannah Couzens | Portrait Photography: More than a face.

📍 Wex Photo Video Nottingham

SONY Community Talks | Discover SONY Alpha Cameras, Lenses & Technology at Wex Photo Video NottinghamFREE
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SONY Community Talks | Discover SONY Alpha Cameras, Lenses & Technology

📍 Wex Photo Video Nottingham

Talk: From the background to the figure: Integration in the life and work o at Nottingham Contemporary
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Talk: From the background to the figure: Integration in the life and work o

📍 Nottingham Contemporary

£0.00

Let's Talk Health - Thriving Nottingham at The Indian Community Centre Association (ICCA)FREE
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Let's Talk Health - Thriving Nottingham

📍 The Indian Community Centre Association (ICCA)

Reading Event: The Books we Love: Inspire's Favourite Reads Panel Event - West Bridgford Library at West Bridgford Library
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Reading Event: The Books we Love: Inspire's Favourite Reads Panel Event - West Bridgford Library

📍 West Bridgford Library

£5.00

LINCOLN FRESHERS 2026 WRISTBAND ⚡️ at Multiple-venues
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LINCOLN FRESHERS 2026 WRISTBAND ⚡️

📍 Multiple-venues

From £29.99

Heritage Talk: On Freedom's Wings - the Inside Story - Hucknall Library at Hucknall LibraryFREE
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Heritage Talk: On Freedom's Wings - the Inside Story - Hucknall Library

📍 Hucknall Library

CPD Club (09.26) with special guests Rockwool at ARC Space
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CPD Club (09.26) with special guests Rockwool

📍 ARC Space

£15.00 - £30.00

Heritage Talk: On Freedom's Wings - the Inside Story - Mansfield Library at Mansfield Central LibraryFREE
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Heritage Talk: On Freedom's Wings - the Inside Story - Mansfield Library

📍 Mansfield Central Library

Heritage Talk: History Mystery, The Reason for the Rhyme at Beeston Library at Beeston Library
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Heritage Talk: History Mystery, The Reason for the Rhyme at Beeston Library

📍 Beeston Library

£3.50

Heritage talk: Tales from Hungerhills - West Bridgford Library at West Bridgford Library
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Heritage talk: Tales from Hungerhills - West Bridgford Library

📍 West Bridgford Library

£3.50

Shining a light on... English Language in early medieval Southwell at State Chamber at Southwell Minster
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Shining a light on... English Language in early medieval Southwell

📍 State Chamber at Southwell Minster

£7.84

The FM Show Podcast Live at The Canalhouse
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The FM Show Podcast Live

📍 The Canalhouse

Luke Harrower: An Asexual Guide On Love at The Canalhouse
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Luke Harrower: An Asexual Guide On Love

📍 The Canalhouse

Joe Wells and Abigoliah Schamaun: Neurodivergent Moments at The Canalhouse
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Joe Wells and Abigoliah Schamaun: Neurodivergent Moments

📍 The Canalhouse

Justin Panks: Five Unpopular Opinions (and why you agree with them) at Laceworks at ARC Space
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Justin Panks: Five Unpopular Opinions (and why you agree with them)

📍 Laceworks at ARC Space

NOTTS500 International Men's Day Event at GMB Nottinghamshire County Branch
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NOTTS500 International Men's Day Event

📍 GMB Nottinghamshire County Branch

£2.88

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Talks & Lectures Events in Nottingham — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant talks & lectures scene in Nottingham with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates talks & lectures events from across Nottingham, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

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How many talks & lectures events are on in Nottingham?

There are currently 22 upcoming talks & lectures events in Nottingham. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming talks & lectures in the city.

Are there free talks & lectures events in Nottingham?

Yes — 8 of the current talks & lectures listings in Nottingham are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

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Talks & Lectures Events in Nottingham — Your Complete Guide

Talks and lectures in Nottingham form one of the richest and most democratic parts of the city's intellectual life. On any given week, the city hosts public lectures, panel debates, academic symposia, author readings, TED-style talks, political discussions, and science communication events — many of them free to attend.

Universities, cultural institutions, think tanks, bookshops and independent venues all contribute to a programme that spans every discipline. Science, philosophy, politics, economics, climate, technology, art history, social justice, psychology — if you're curious about it, there's likely a Nottingham talk series covering it.

The city's literary culture dovetails closely with its talks calendar: author events tied to new book releases, conversations between writers, and festivals of ideas fill the diary throughout the year. Many events include a Q&A session, giving audiences the chance to engage directly with speakers in ways rarely possible elsewhere.

Getting the most from talks in Nottingham: follow your favourite venues and curators on social media as many events are announced with only short notice; some of the best talks are free but require advance registration which fills quickly; arrive early for popular events as standing room is rarely available; and consider joining membership schemes at Nottingham's key cultural venues for priority booking and discounts.