Businesses in and around Trent Bridge are always happy to see international cricket staged at Trent Bridge.

The increased thoroughfare of people leads to a busy but successful time for Nottingham, one which many will thrive over the coming summer.

Café Olive, situated just over the road from the Radcliffe Road stand, is no different to this as assistant manager Javid Oomian relives past match days.

“We have to employ an extra member of staff during the Test to ensure everything runs smoothly,” Javid said.

“Other than that from two weeks before we are making sure we are stocked up to the max and then we should be fine,” he added.

“This Ashes brings with it a great atmosphere and we look forward to it ever year.” Javid Oomian

With spectators allowed in and out of the ground on match days, places like Café Olive will benefit from the fans craving different outlets to eat on a long Test day.

“On the first day everyone stays in the stands a bit more to try and get their feet in the ground,” Javid said.

“By the second day they realise there are other café’s, businesses and pubs so they explore a little more and that is when we get busy.

“This Ashes brings with it a great atmosphere and we look forward to it ever year.

“Everyone who comes in is happy and dressed up bringing a festival feel to the place right on our doorstep.

“Its good fun and we try to enjoy the atmosphere as much as possible.

“The city slips under the radar a bit and games like these make people realise what a good place this is.”

The Café is aiming to make the most of the biggest sporting rivalry beginning at TrentBridge with an order designed for a dedicated cricket fan.

“This year we are aiming to produce a take out baguette and drink offer so that people can sit in the ground with a sandwich and a drink whilst watching the cricket.”