Hotels for Paul Heaton

Expect a singalong crowd who know every word, from the early solo hits through to the newer material. Paul Heaton's shows lean on warmth and wit rather than spectacle, with plenty of dry stage banter between songs. A 6.30pm start makes for an early finish on a weeknight, so it suits fans travelling back the same evening as much as those making a night of it. Songs about ordinary lives, delivered with a big-hearted brass-and-band sound, tend to bring an all-ages mix rather than one particular crowd.

Right in the centre of Nottingham near the castle and the historic Lace Market, the Motorpoint Arena hosts concerts, sport and family shows in a genuinely walkable setting. Cafés, bars and restaurants surround it, with the city's nightlife just streets away. Nottingham station and the NET tram network sit close by, linking the arena to the wider East Midlands. Booking a central room lets you enjoy the city before a show and be back at your door in minutes once it wraps up.