Remains of brewery cellar found under roundabout

Work on turning the roundabout into a T-junction began in May

The remains of a 19th Century brewery cellar have been uncovered during work to replace a roundabout in Nottingham, the city council has said.

Work to transform the "outdated" Maid Marian Way island and turn it unto a T-junction began in May.

Nottingham City Council said the roundabout had been "almost completely removed", revealing the remnants of the building.

The authority said part of the cellar was also used as an air raid shelter during World War Two, with room to accommodate 400 people.

The work is being carried out as part of an £8.97m revamp project

"It is of no archaeological interest, although its depth is somewhat interesting," the council said.

"Although part of the cellar was used as an air raid shelter, this is true of hundreds of cellars in Nottingham."

The council said work on the £8.97m revamp project was "progressing well".

Pedestrian crossing points and improved cycle facilities will also be added as part of the scheme, which is expected to be completed in Spring 2025.