16 famous people it might surprise you to learn are from Nottinghamshire
By Martin Hutton
Published 4th Apr 2019, 16:01 BST
Nottinghamshire has produced more than its fair share of people who have gone on to find fame - from TV presenters to sporting stars and musicians.
Here’s a look at some of the famous people born in and around the county. Obviously there are plenty of others so let us know your favourites via our Facebook page.
The former England manager (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Allsport/Getty Images)
The free-scoring former Newcastle United, Manchester United and England striker is from Lenton.
The two-time Olympic swimming champion was born in Mansfield and has a pool in her home town named after her.
The former Blue Peter presenter and TV and radio personality was born in Mansfield.
Dickinson found fame as the lead singer of the world-renowned band Iron Maiden - a long way from being born in Worksop.
A BAFTA and Golden Globe winner - as well as being an and Oscar nominee - Samantha was born in Clifton and has work alongside the likes of Tom Cruise and Johnny Depp.
The England and Notts right-arm bowler is his country's second-highest Test wicket taker of all time, with 437 to his name.
