Mary Earps MBE is a football goalkeeper who plays for the senior England women's team, known as the Lionesses, and for Paris Saint-Germain FC. Born in West Bridgford, she won the BBC Sport Personality of the Year award in 2023. During the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, she served as vice captain for England and received the Golden Glove award for being the tournament's best goalkeeper.

placeholder image — Mary Earps MBE is a football goalkeeper who plays for the senior England women's team, known as the Lionesses, and for Paris Saint-Germain FC. Born in West Bridgford, she won the BBC Sport Personality of the Year award in 2023. During the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, she served as vice captain for England and received the Golden Glove award for being the tournament's best goalkeeper.

10 famous women you may not know are from Nottinghamshire

By Phoebe Cox

Published 1st Mar 2024, 16:23 BST

Updated 19th Feb 2025, 11:43 BST

To kick-start Women's History Month which begins March 1, here are 10 famous faces from the Nottinghamshire area.

Did you know that these famous faces are from Nottinghamshire?

9. Cherie Lunghi

Cherie Mary Lunghi is an English actress from Nottingham, known for her work in film, television, and theatre. She is recognised for her roles in Excalibur (1981), Frankenstein (1994), and The Mission (1986). Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty

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10. Maid Marian

Maid Marian is a well-known figure in folklore. Over the years, various actresses have portrayed her in films and on television. She is the heroine of the Robin Hood legend, which is rooted in English folklore from the heart of Sherwood Forest. Photo: Visit Sherwood Forest

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10 famous women you may not know are from Nottinghamshire

To kick-start Women's History Month which begins March 1, here are 10 famous faces from the Nottinghamshire area.

9. Cherie Lunghi

10. Maid Marian

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