Hucknall

Hucknall is a market town in Nottinghamshire positioned about 7 miles north of Nottingham, featuring a central high street lined with shops and dining options. Residential neighborhoods and industrial zones spread throughout the area, creating the typical layout of a working English town.

Until 1915, the town was called Hucknall Torkard, a name rooted in the Torcard family who held ownership of the land during medieval times. The longer name was eventually shortened, leaving the simpler Hucknall that remains today.

St. Mary Magdalene Church holds the graves of poet Lord Byron and his daughter Ada Lovelace, making it a place where literary history can be felt by those visiting the churchyard. The presence of these two figures draws people interested in 19th-century creativity and scientific thinking.

The town connects easily to Nottingham via tram, which serves as the northern terminal for public transit users coming from the city. Walking around the high street and main areas is straightforward, making navigation simple for visitors without a car.

Lincoln Green Brewing Company, established in 2012, revived local brewing traditions by producing craft beer in the town center using both heritage methods and contemporary approaches. The brewery has become a working example of how traditional crafts adapt to modern tastes.

Location: Ashfield

GPS coordinates: 53.03390,-1.20130

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:29