A richly illustrated exploration of one of England's hidden architectural gems—Nottinghamshire. This volume offers an illuminating introduction to the memorable and astonishing buildings of one of England's lesser-known counties. Centrally located in England, Nottinghamshire boasts a rich history, including its legendary connection to Robin Hood. Nottinghamshire includes the outstanding medieval churches of Newark, Worksop Priory, and Southwell Minster. The country houses offer a fascinating variety of architectural styles: Wollaton Hall showcases Elizabethan architecture in its most imaginative form, and Bunny Hall demonstrates English Baroque in its quirkiest version. Newstead Abbey, home of the poet Lord Byron, incorporates the haunting monastic ruins of a former Augustinian abbey. The city of Nottingham is filled with Victorian and Edwardian commercial constructions and is invigorated by a local tradition of first-rate modern architecture. With new color photographs, maps, and illustrations, this volume is the ideal guide to one of the most fascinating counties of England.