Hire a car in Nottingham
Nottingham is a vibrant city in the UK’s East Midlands region, offering world-class attractions and entertainment for the whole family. Drive to Sherwood Forest and follow in the footsteps of Robin Hood and his band of merry men, visit Nottingham castle, or journey to the epic Peak District National Park.
We’ve made hiring a car in Nottingham really easy for you. Come and collect your rental from the AVis offices in Nottingham train station or city centre to get the most out of Nottingham and the surrounding areas..
Flying visit?
You can hire your car or van at East Midlands Airport, if you prefer.
Avis van hire in Nottingham
What do you need to shift? Our van rental fleet is available to hire from a range of locations in Nottingham. Choose from small hire vans, perfect for that weekend DIY project; medium vans, well suited to hauling rolls of carpet, heavy floor tiles, or moving the kids to university; and large vans to accommodate some or all of your worldly goods.
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Why choose Avis for your Nottingham car hire?
- Fully flexible
Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.
- Fully flexible
- Savings on coverage
When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.
- Savings on coverage
- Loyalty benefits
Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.
- Loyalty benefits
- Safety first
From our well-maintained fleet to protecting your data, we take safety seriously. That’s why we’ve partnered with Dettol® to ensure both hygienic rental locations and thoroughly cleaned vehicles.
- Safety first
- Faster collection
Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.
- Faster collection
- VIP treatment
Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.
- VIP treatment
What to do in Nottingham
There’s more to Nottingham than the legend of Robin Hood. From the vibrant city streets to tree lined country roads skirting Sherwood Forest, we know you can’t wait to feel the open road. So we won’t hold you up.
Whether it’s a cute compact for the city, an executive saloon for that business trip, a dependable estate for a weekend jolly, or a herculean people carrier for a family outing, we have the perfect car for you.
UK driving rules
Want a quick guide to the rules of the UK roads? We’ve unlocked them for your journey.
Plan your trip from Nottingham
Start at the 11th century castle and its pleasant grounds in this young, vital city (the median age is lowered by the presence of two large universities). Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, connected to the city, is reputed to be England's oldest inn. Shoppers and those in the know will then make a dash to Hockley, for its boutiques and hip hangouts.
Close to the city centre, Arboretum Park was opened in 1852 and provides a quick and easy escape from Nottingham’s crowded streets and shopping centres. The grade II listed site is home to around 800 trees, an aviary, formal gardens, a bandstand (where brass band concerts take place most Sundays), and plenty of space for your blanket and picnic basket. It hosts a series of summer events, including the Mela (July 18th), a festival celebrating Asian food and culture, and Pagan Pride (August 1st).
Beyond Nottingham
Set in 500 acres of parkland, grade I listed, 16th-century Wollaton Hall is the perfect place to spend a hot summer’s day – a slice of Elizabethan elegance and gorgeous countryside just three miles from Nottingham city centre.
The home of Robin Hood, according to local folklore, Sherwood Forest now houses one of 22 Go Ape! adventure parks found across the UK. Children over the age of 10 can emulate Russell Crowe (while their parent’s mimic Kevin Costner) as they tackle zip wires, rope swings and treetop tunnels and bridges.
Car and van hire locations in Nottingham
Avis offers a wide range of cars and vans to choose from so you can find exactly what you need. With convenient pick-up points in Nottingham city centre, Nottingham train station and Nottingham East Midlands Airport we make it simple to access your vehicle no matter where you are.
What’s more, our flexible one-way packages mean you can pick up your car or van from one destination and drop it off at another. Need a longer-term vehicle hire? No problem, you can rent one of our vehicles for up to 3 months.