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Beeston
Spend a half‑day in Beeston, just 15 min by tram from Nottingham; walk the high street, park, and grab a bite.
Beeston is a compact town in Nottinghamshire, bordering Nottingham. Its pedestrianised high street, public parks and a few pubs make it easy to explore on foot. Good tram links mean you can reach it from Nottingham in 10‑15 minutes, so a half‑day or full day is enough unless you plan to play a round of golf or visit the heritage centre.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited daylight)
- Airport
- EMA
- Nights
- 0
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Beeston999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Beeston, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay aware of personal belongings on public transport and in crowded areas, especially after dark.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire and ambulance · 111 Non‑emergency medical (NHS 111)
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportEMA East Midlands Airport (about 15 km (9.3 mi) north, 20‑min by car or bus).EMA East Midlands Airport (about 9.3 mi (15 km) north, 20‑min by car or bus).
- Getting aroundTram (Nottingham Express Transit) connects Beeston to Nottingham and the wider tram network; most sights are within a 10‑minute walk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- BeerPint of ale£3–£4 (≈ US$4–6)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from Nottingham centreapproximate£10–£12 (≈ US$14–16)
- Metro or bus rideTram single ticketcheck£2.80 (≈ US$4)
- Museum or sight ticketCanalside Heritage Centre entry£5–£7 (≈ US$7–10)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person£25 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per room£80 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per room£120 (≈ US$160)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget £30 (≈ US$40) · Mid £55 (≈ US$75) · High £80 (≈ US$110)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EMA East Midlands Airport (about 15 km (9.3 mi) north, 20‑min by car or bus)EMA East Midlands Airport (about 9.3 mi (15 km) north, 20‑min by car or bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Jun
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jul
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Oct
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)), coolest Jan (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Beeston: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
12 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
10 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
May
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
Jun
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
Jul
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Sep
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
Dec
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Tram (Nottingham Express Transit) connects Beeston to Nottingham and the wider tram network; most sights are within a 10‑minute walk. Buses run to Nottingham, Derby and Long Eaton. Taxis from Nottingham city centre cost about £10.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Nottingham city centre
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Tram from Beeston Interchange, about 10 min
Major museums, shopping and nightlife; easy return the same day.
Beeston Fields Golf Club
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
Walk 10 min from town centre or bus from the tram stop
18‑hole course, open year‑round; green fees start around £30.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hylands Hotel
central, walking distance to tram stop and high street
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £30–£45 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- £45–£70 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- High
- £70 (≈ US$95)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 1 night × £80 | £80 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × £55 | £55 |
| Tram return ticket Nottingham‑Beeston1 × £4 · check | £4 |
| Coffee at a café1 × £3 · check | £3 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | £14 |
| Trip total≈ £156 per person per day, bed included | £156≈ US$250 |
2026 estimate in GBP; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Pint of ale | £3–£4 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Taxi from Nottingham centreapproximate | £10–£12 (≈ US$14–16) |
| Tram single ticketcheck | £2.80 (≈ US$4) |
| Canalside Heritage Centre entry | £5–£7 (≈ US$7–10) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Taxi fare from Nottingham centre is around £10 (≈ US$14); confirm price before boarding.
- Check opening hours of the Canalside Heritage Centre (9:30 am‑4:00 pm).Check opening hours of the Canalside Heritage Centre (9:30 AM am‑4:00 AM pm).
- Tram service may be reduced on Sundays and bank holidays; verify schedule.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire and ambulance
- 999
- Non‑emergency medical (NHS 111)
- 111
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Emergency
- Police999
- Fire and ambulance999
- NHS non‑emergency111
Embassy
US consular services are in Nottingham (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tram Nottingham ↔ Beeston: about £2.80 (≈ US$4) each way (check)
- Taxi Nottingham → Beeston: ≈£10–£12
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Beeston. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Beeston
- secondaryWikivoyage: Beeston, revision 5241457 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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