Events Calendar

Gaia, an artwork by Luke Jerram
Peterborough Cathedral Peterborough, UK, PeterboroughThe same artist created the Museum of the Moon, which was shown at the Cathedral in October last year, attracting an estimated 40,000 visitors. Measuring seven metres in diameter, Gaia features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the earth’s surface.

Food and Drink Festival
Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, OundleThe Kingfisher Food Festival celebrates the best of local produce from in and around the county.

Stanwick Lakes Autumn Run
Stanwick LakesAn ideal event for the recreational runner entering a run for the first time or the competitive runner looking for a personal best!

The Prebendal Manor House – Heritage Open Days
The Prebendal Manor House NassingtonThe Grade 1 listed manor is the earliest surviving dwelling in Northamptonshire with a history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period.

Open Water Swimming at Sywell Country Park
Sywell Country Park Washbrook Lane, EctonEnjoy a summer-long series of open water swimming sessions at Sywell Country Park offers the chance to swim in a safe and controlled environment. Public sessions are planned every Saturday from 8am to 10am until 28 September 2019 and are open to all ages and abilities.

Oxfordshire Craft Guild – Diversity in Design and Craft
Closed Mondays. The Oxfordshire Craft Guild comprises high-quality designer/makers each with their own individuality across different crafts in the Guild. Works in the exhibition are for sale. All items are unique and can be purchased, and range in price from easily affordable to slightly more expensive.

Charles Kitchen – Into the Light
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, NorthamptonClosed Mondays. Light effects from both coastal and inland scenes inspired the works in this exhibition. By working to translate nature’s colours and weather effects onto a two dimensional surface the artist is able to evoke the atmosphere of each scene rather than produce a copied representation of it. Gathered here are paintings from a career spanning thirty-five years.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Heritage Open Days – Jeyes of Earls Barton
Jeyes 26-28 The Square, Earls BartonExplore fascinating exhibitions in celebration of Heritage Open Days and Nene Valley Festival 2019!

Peterborough Heritage Open Days
PeterboroughMore than 30 buildings in Peterborough and the surrounding villages have signed up to take part in this year’s Heritage Open Days weekend, which will be celebrated in Peterborough from Friday 13 September to Sunday 15 September, with a couple of events the following weekend. New venues include the 18th century D’Arcy Jewellers’ Shop in the city centre, the ArcHaus ... Read More

Northampton Heritage Open Days
NorthamptonIf you love local history and heritage, don't miss Northampton's Heritage Open Days from 13-15 September, with over 30 historic venues in and around town open to the public free of charge. This year's event is extra special, as it marks 25 years since Heritage Open Days started! It's your chance to discover more about some of the town's oldest ... Read More

All Aboard for Rushden
The Greenway The Greenway, RushdenRushden Greenway, between High St and Crown Way. Bring your smartphone or tablet to the Greenway in Rushden and discover some interesting characters from Rushden’s past, including the strong-minded suffragettes and the cracking story of an egg delivery lady. Scan all the railway stop signs at least once to enter a competition to win a prize worth at £100. Download ... Read More

Alwalton Church
Alwalton Church Church Street, Alwalton, PeterboroughThe last resting place of the motor car pioneer and developer Sir Henry Royce with a small display of his life. Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton.

Nene Valley Trail
Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, Oundle10am to 4pm. Enjoy a self-led trail around the park looking for interesting River Nene Facts! Available at the Kingfisher Café.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Rainbow Café
Stanwick LakesMovement to sing and dance. For children under 5 enjoy free Hodeaway entrance before and after the sessions. Please book. Tel: 01933 625522.

Introduction to Sourdough
Sacrewell Farm Great North Road, PeterboroughEnter into the world of sourdough bread with our expert Helen from the White Cottage Baking School. She'll teach you the principles of making delicious sourdough bread in our charming Victorian bakery.

Crafting Wild Beasties
Fermyn Woods Country Park Fermyn Woods Country ParkCome and say hello to our Roots of Rockingham Back from the Brink team and create some fantastic creatures to take home with you! Little people and grownups welcome! Back from the Brink are offering this Fabulous free drop in event as part of the Nene Valley Festival 2019! Free Event. Parking £4 for the day. No booking necessary but ... Read More

Heritage Family Fun Day
Rushden Lakes RushdenCome along and enjoy a family fun day at Rushden Lakes and discover more about the local heritage in the nearby towns of Rushden and Higham Ferrers. Enjoy an array of interesting stalls, fun entertainment and competitions, displays, activities, crafts and much more!

Family Woodland Wellbeing Session
Oxlip Wood SudboroughWoodland wellbeing activity session booking now “an awesome experience, no pressure, no stress and people on hand to help and guide you. All the kids had an amazing time and in such beautiful scenery”

Heritage Open Days – Lyveden
Enjoy a visit to this intriguing Elizabethan lodge and moated garden. Learn more about the Lyveden Reconnected project and enjoy fundraising activities and kids trails.

The Guildhall
The Guildhall St. Giles Square, NorthamptonA rare chance to see this gem of Victorian architecture, built in 1861 - 64 to the design of E W Godwin, extended in 1889 -92 in a similar style by A W Jeffrey & Matthew Holding. Guided Tours Available!

Thrapston Guided History Walks – Huntingdon Road, Thrapston – the last 250 years
Thrapston St James Church Hall, ThrapstonThe walk will start from outside St James Church Hall and finish at the junction of Market Road and Huntingdon Road. This is a free event but booking is essential. The walk will be approximately 90 minutes and will be on pavements. The walk will be led by Neil Busby, Thrapston Heritage. Your ticket will be emailed to you.

Tower Tours
Peterborough Cathedral Peterborough, UK, PeterboroughExplore the inside of Peterborough Cathedral from above, with fabulous views of the Cathedral interior along the triforium level, above the Apse Chapel and transepts.

Carpenters Gold
Key Theatre Embankment Road, PeterboroughImmerse yourself in an enchanting evening featuring the musical brilliance of Richard and Karen Carpenter

Moth Morning and Breakfast Snack
Fermyn Woods Country Park Fermyn Woods Country ParkBack from the Brink are offering a Fabulous free two part event celebrating the Nene Valley Festival 2019! Come and meet the marvellous moths of the Rockingham Forest! Beverages and a breakfast snack provided while our expert lepidopterist: Mark Hammond helps us to identify moths visiting the light traps. All ages and experience levels are very welcome to attend Free ... Read More