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Found an item? Your responsibilities

What to do when you find someone else's property — your responsibilities and how to return it safely.

Found something in Nottingham? Handling it responsibly protects both you and the owner. Rules vary by location, but the principles are consistent.

  1. Make a reasonable effort to find the owner. Check for ID, contact details, or anything that identifies who it belongs to.
  2. Don't assume it's yours to keep. Keeping found property without trying to return it can have legal consequences. When in doubt, hand it in.
  3. Hand valuables to the authorities. Report significant or high-value finds to the police non-emergency line for Nottingham; they'll log it and may issue a reference.
  4. Store it safely. Keep the item secure and unchanged while you try to return it.
  5. Post a found listing. Add a found-item listing for Nottingham with enough detail for the real owner to identify it — while holding back one verifying detail.

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Recent reports in Nottingham

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Found sculptures near Nottingham Old Market Square

I found a stray set of sculptures in Nottingham city centre this morning. At about 11:00 AM I came across three small bronze figures tucked behind a planter by Old Market Square. They’re about the size of a paperback and a little dusty, with a tiny engraved message on the base. I picked them up because someone might be worried about them, especially if they’re part of a local artist's project or a school display. They’re staying safe with me for now, hoping the rightful owner recognizes them in this listing.

Old Market Square, Nottingham city centre 16 days ago
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Found a drum kit near Old Market Square

I was leaving the area near the Royal Concert Hall around 6:30 pm on Friday when I spotted a full drum kit propped against a lamppost by Old Market Square. It looked like it had been sitting there for a while, cymbal bag half-open, a drum throne wedged behind the bass drum. I checked for contact details but only found a scribbled name on a sticker: K. Patel. I brought it here hoping the real owner would recognize it—the sound of rain on the drum skins reminded me of late gigs and lost rehearsals. If you’re missing a kit, I kept it safe here near where the street musicians park after dark.

Old Market Square, behind the Royal Concert Hall 23 days ago
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Found mid-century oak coffee table with leaf motif

Found a mid-century oak coffee table this afternoon around 3:15 pm in the courtyard behind the Victoria Centre, near the Wheeler Gate entrance in Nottingham. It's a warm oak finish, about 120 cm long, 50 cm wide, and 45 cm tall, with a few surface scratches and a small water ring on the top. The apron has a carved leaf motif and there's a faded 'Handmade in Nottingham' sticker on the underside. It's sturdy and a bit dusty from being outdoors. If this is your table, I'm hoping to get it back to its rightful owner—message me here and we can arrange a pickup near the Broad Street tram stop.

Nottingham 4 months ago
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Leopard gecko found near Nottingham Station

I found a small leopard gecko this afternoon around 4:15pm under a bench outside Nottingham Station on Station Street. It was perched on a cracked, clear plastic terrarium that someone must have abandoned, with a tiny heat mat still warm underneath. The gecko is about 4 inches long, tan with bold black spots and a bright orange tail. I spotted a small white scar on its left shoulder, which is pretty distinctive. It looked healthy, a little spooked, but otherwise in good shape. It obviously belongs to someone who cares for reptiles, and I’d love to help reunite them with their pet if possible.

Nottingham 5 months ago
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Found navy North Face parka near Old Market Square

I found a navy North Face parka this afternoon around 2:15pm outside the tram stop by Old Market Square in Nottingham city centre. It's a men's size L, in good condition with a detachable faux-fur hood and a bright red zipper pull that makes it easy to spot. There's a tiny compass patch on the left sleeve and an inside care tag with the initials 'P.P.' I figured someone might be missing it after a busy day in town, and I’d love to help get it back to its owner. If this sounds like yours, drop me a message here and we can arrange a safe return.

Nottingham 5 months ago
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Black tote bag with pink lining

I found a black canvas tote bag this afternoon around 2:30 pm near the Market Street entrance to Old Market Square in Nottingham. It’s a medium-sized tote, a bit worn but usable, with a bright pink lining that shows when you unzip it. There’s a small white tag on the outer corner with the name 'Mia' written in cursive. Inside I spotted a spiral notebook with a floral cover, a compact umbrella, and a set of keys on a pink keyring. The bag seems to be in decent condition and I’d really like to help the owner get it back if this is theirs.

Nottingham 7 months ago