Nottingham has been voted England’s home of sport in a VisitEngland campaign, launched in celebration of an extraordinary sporting year during which the country welcomed the America’s Cup World Series, Rugby World Cup and the inaugural Tour de Yorkshire.
Having received more nominations than any other English destination, earning the ‘People’s Choice’ position in a shortlist of six, Nottingham went on to score a whopping 38% of the total number of public votes, securing its place as England’s Home of Sport.
James Berresford, VisitEngland’s Chief Executive, says: “Live sporting events are great drivers for tourism, worth £3.2 billion to the sector. With this accolade, Nottingham has been put firmly on the tourist trail as a must-visit destination for any sports fan. As the site of our glorious Ashes win this summer, the setting for the recently released and critically acclaimed I Believe in Miracles film and the home to the National Water Sports Centre, Nottingham offers visitors plenty to see and do.”
Jennifer Spencer, Chief Executive of Experience Nottinghamshire, said: “We’re over the moon to have been named England’s official home of sport! This is a fantastic coup for Nottingham, and a wonderful reflection of the diverse sporting offer we have here – from legendary sporting heroes such as Brian Clough and Torvill & Dean, to world class sporting facilities such as Trent Bridge and top spectator and participant events all year round. We’re looking forward to welcoming even more sports lovers to Nottingham as a result of this achievement. Thanks to everyone who voted and all of the partners who supported Nottingham.”

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