Gunthorpe

Travel Guide

Gunthorpe weir An underwater object breaks the smooth passage of the water over the top tiers of the weir.
Gunthorpe weir An underwater object breaks the smooth passage of the water over the top tiers of the weir.
Moorings near Gunthorpe Bridge
Photo by Paul Buckingham (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Gunthorpe weir The water breaks gradually as it passes over the different tiers
The River Trent. Looking towards Gunthorpe Bridge from the river bank by the Unicorn Hotel. Gunthorpe Bridge is the only bridge over the River Trent between Newark and Nottingham. Old Gunthorpe toll bridge, http://images.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://homepages.which.net/~shardlow.heritage/gunth.jpg&imgrefurl=http://homepages.which.net/~shardlow.heritage/shwppcards.htm&usg=__o0CWy9UhqL9o7Ju1jsVRWYTz0QM=&h=339&w=535&sz=38&hl=en&start=7&um=1&tbnid=lDpKlYKFY8o-4M:&tbnh=84&tbnw=132&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dgunthorpe%2Bbridge%26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26um%3D1 , was built on the site of a ford and ferry that had existed since Roman times. Built in 1875 by the Gunthorpe Bridge Company who raised £7,500 through a share issue, it was a largely iron structure crossing the Trent: see 956029 and 955984. The tolls were horse and carriage 1/-, horse and wagon 6d, horse alone 3d, people and passengers 1d, motorcycles 3d, cars 1/- and lorries 2/6. In 1925 the Gunthorpe Bridge Act empowered the council to buy the owners out, demolish the bridge and replace it with the present one, seen here, a couple of hundred yards up stream. This believed to be the first toll bridge in the country to be replaced by a free one.
Photo by Kate Jewell (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns

Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns

4 out of 5
Bridge Trentside Nottingham England
The price is €60 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€60
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (241 reviews)
Very clean and very friendly staff would recommend a stay to anyone

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Unicorn, Gunthorpe by Marston's Inns
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park Nottingham England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,381 reviews)
Great service and facilities

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Get rates
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway

4 out of 5
Nuthall Road Nottingham England
The price is €86 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€86
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
Very friendly staff, especially Dennis on front desk. Nice size room with large shower.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
See all 1,603 properties in Gunthorpe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Roomzzz Nottingham City

Roomzzz Nottingham City

4 out of 5
Stanley Place Nottingham England
Stay at this aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (912 reviews)
Clean room, comfy bed, excellent customer service..quiet, will definitely return when in Nottingham next.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Roomzzz Nottingham City
River Rooms Nottingham

River Rooms Nottingham

2 out of 5
4-6 Radcliffe Road Nottingham England
Stay at this apartment in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a computer station. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and City ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (335 reviews)
The only problem we had with the room was it was freezing! It was warmer out in the hall

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

River Rooms Nottingham
Dwell City Living

Dwell City Living

4 out of 5
2-6 Alfreton Road Nottingham England
Stay at this apartment in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium bedding and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and Nottingham ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (145 reviews)
This is the 2nd time we've stayed here and will happily stay again. It's easy access to the city centre, the rooms are clean, comfortable and affordable 🙂

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Dwell City Living
See all properties in Gunthorpe
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

University of Nottingham featuring street scenes and heritage elements

University of Nottingham

4/5(109 reviews)

Overlooking a lake, the spire of the Trent Building is one of Nottingham’s most distinctive sites, representing over 135 years of higher education in the city.

University of Nottingham
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, Nottingham

Trent Bridge

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Trent Bridge
Theatre Royal featuring street scenes, a city and theatre scenes

Theatre Royal

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Watch an entertaining show and learn about the city’s dramatic arts scene at this prominent theater. Meet friends for a pre-show chat in the bar or restaurant.

Theatre Royal
The home of Nottingham Forest and has been since 1898

City Ground

Catch an event at City Ground during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

City Ground
Nottingham which includes château or palace, a fountain and heritage architecture

Wolla­ton Hall

See the real-life Wayne Manor from the Batman franchise and explore its fascinating museum and vast scenic grounds where deer roam.

Wolla­ton Hall
Nottingham Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Nottingham Castle

4/5(62 reviews)

Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.

Nottingham Castle

Things to do

Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)

€16
per adult
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

€12
per adult
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

€17
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
See all activities in Gunthorpe