Nottingham: Giant monsters 'take over' city for Halloween

27 October 2023

News image — The huge creatures are lurking in locations across the city centre

BBC Inflatable monster at Binks Yard in Nottingham — The huge creatures are lurking in locations across the city centre

Giant inflatable monsters have "taken over" Nottingham ahead of Halloween.

The creatures can be seen on the rooftops of the Theatre Royal, Bravissimo in Bridlesmith Gate, The Cornerhouse, Nottingham Castle, Binks Yard and Victoria Centre at the main and clock tower entrances.

The six monsters have been put in place as part of the Nottingham Halloween Festival.

The display is on until 5 November.

A map detailing the locations of the inflatable monsters can be downloaded.

BBC Inflatable monster at the Victoria Centre in Nottingham

BBC Inflatable monster on the roof of the Theatre Royal in Nottingham

BBC Inflatable monster hands on a wall at Nottingham Castle

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