MAISON GB
Discover stylish clothing in Nottingham's Gothic House, a Victorian warehouse on historic Barker Gate amid Lace Market's tanneries, graveyards, and mail coach legacy.
Nestled in Nottingham's historic Lace Market, MAISON GB occupies the striking Gothic House on Barker Gate, a former 1883 warehouse blending Victorian industrial heritage with contemporary clothing retail. This clothing shop offers stylish apparel amid the evocative architecture of a conservation area once home to tanners, burial grounds, and early mail routes. Explore unique fashion in a space rich with layered history, from prehistoric tracks to 19th-century graveyards now repurposed as gardens.
A brief summary to MAISON GB
- Gothic House, Barker Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1JU, GB
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Budget
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 9 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit mid-morning on weekdays for quieter shopping and better light to photograph the Gothic facade.
- Pair your visit with a walk through Barker Gate Rest Garden, a former burial ground now offering peaceful benches.
- Check the shop during Lace Market events for pop-up fashion shows or heritage tours.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
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MAISON GB location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Gothic House Origins
Gothic House stands as a testament to Nottingham's industrial past, constructed mostly in 1883 by architects W. & R. Booker as a warehouse in the Lace Market conservation area. Perched on Barker Gate, this narrow lane traces back to medieval times when it was known as "Vicus Tannatorum," the street of the tanners, reflecting the area's early leatherworking trade. The building's robust Victorian facade, with its pointed arches and intricate detailing, evokes the Gothic Revival style that defined much of Nottingham's 19th-century architecture. Originally used for storage and trade, it has evolved while retaining its historical character amid the surrounding heritage neighborhood.Barker Gate's Layered Past
Barker Gate itself forms part of one of Nottingham's oldest roads, a prehistoric east-west track skirting the high lands north of the River Trent. In 1645, it gained prominence as the entry point for Britain's first regular Royal Mail service from London, arriving via Newark and the Trent crossing at Stoke Ferry. The lane witnessed darker chapters too, serving as overflow burial grounds for St. Mary's Church from 1742 onward. Acquired for a mere ten shillings from the Duke of Kingston, these plots—known as Middle Bury and Bottom Bury—handled overcrowding until closures in the 1850s due to overuse. Body-snatching incidents in 1827 added notoriety, with locals discovering thirty stolen corpses. By the 20th century, the sites transformed: one paved for St. Mary's School playground, another becoming Barker Gate Rest Garden, a serene pocket amid the urban fabric.Lace Market Transformation
The Lace Market, encircling Barker Gate, boomed in the 19th century as Nottingham's lace production hub, with warehouses like Gothic House storing delicate fabrics destined for global markets. Today, this conservation area pulses with creative energy, its converted mills hosting boutiques, galleries, and eateries. Gothic House fits seamlessly into this revival, repurposed as MAISON GB, a clothing shop offering modern apparel that nods to the district's textile legacy. Shoppers navigate creaky floors and high ceilings, surrounded by echoes of machinery and merchants.Architectural and Cultural Echoes
Inside, the building's period features—exposed brick, ironwork, and expansive windows—create an atmospheric retail space. Its multi-use history includes stints as offices, gyms, restaurants, and residential penthouses, underscoring adaptive reuse in heritage preservation. Adjacent landmarks like the former Baptist chapel-turned-school and remnants of "Paradise" burial ground enrich the stroll. The nearby Ice Stadium site and Riste Place add to the eclectic mix, making Barker Gate a microcosm of Nottingham's evolution from medieval tanning district to vibrant cultural quarter.Modern Allure in Historic Setting
MAISON GB curates clothing that appeals to fashion-forward visitors, blending everyday wear with statement pieces suited to the Lace Market's stylish crowd. The shop's location invites lingering, with Barker Gate Rest Garden providing a leafy respite for reflection on the area's storied past. Whether browsing racks or admiring the architecture, the experience merges retail therapy with historical immersion, capturing Nottingham's knack for honoring its roots while embracing the new.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Quirky
- Unique
- Lively
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Industrial Designs
- Vintage Styles
For the architecture buff
- Historic
- Landmarks
- Heritage Neighborhoods
For the social media creator & influencer
- Instagrammable
- Photo Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Car-Free Access
- Public-Transport Accessible
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- LGBT Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Wheelchair Access
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly