Quick answer: Merchant of Venice at Patchings Art Centre, Calverton (NG14 6NU), is a relaxed place for birthday and family celebrations near Nottingham, with Italian food to share, free on-premise parking and a calm setting about 20 minutes from the city centre. Call 0115 965 3479 to plan your day.
A Family-Friendly Venue Near Nottingham
When there are children, grandparents and friends all at one table, the setting matters. Patchings has space, parking on the doorstep and a menu of pasta, pizza and desserts that suits every age. Wander the galleries and gardens before or after, and it becomes a day out as well as a meal.
Celebrations We Welcome
- Birthday lunches and dinners
- Christenings and naming-day meals
- Mother’s Day and Father’s Day lunches
- Anniversary and reunion meals
- Graduation and exam-success celebrations
Planning Your Celebration
- Choose a date and tell us the number of adults and children.
- Share allergies and dietary needs in advance.
- Consider the Party Menu (PDF) for larger groups.
- Remember Patchings is closed on Mondays and 25 December.
Gifts for the Guest of Honour
A Merchant of Venice voucher is a lovely birthday present — see our gift vouchers — and an Italian hamper from our Italian gift hampers page works for relatives who live further away. See also our Nottingham gifts guide.
Booking
Reserve online via OpenTable for smaller groups, or call for larger celebrations. Read more about the area in our things to do in Calverton guide and the private hire guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Call 0115 965 3479 with your date and number of guests.
Yes. The restaurant offers a relaxed setting for all ages, with free on-premise parking.
Yes. Vouchers are valid at all three locations.
Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Closed on Mondays and 25 December.
Bring the whole family — there is plenty of room and plenty to enjoy.
