Events Calendar
Creative Connections Workshops
Stanwick Lakes“Experience how savouring nature can soothe the mind and boost your creativity" Enrol on this free mindfulness workshop, taking you through 6 sessions delivered online between July and September, with an option to attend a final face-to-face workshop at Stanwick Lakes. Sessions are run by Outdoor Tribe and are fully funded by the Nenescape Landscape Scheme as part of their Extracts ... Read More
The Euro Finals Shootout
Santa PodDay Tickets from £35 Kids 5 to 15 £5, under 5's Free Santa Pod’s most prestigious Drag Racing event featuring some of Europe’s finest teams. The 2021 FIA and FIM Championships are not taking place this year but we will be bringing you as many of the racers as possible for the newly named European Finals Shootout! Plus Jet Cars, ... Read More
John Clare Contemplative Trail
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughJohn Clare, the 'peasant poet' was born in Helpston near Peterborough and died in Northampton. His life began at one end of the Nene Valley and ended at the other. Clare was an eagle-eyed naturalist and his work reflects the effects of the early intensification of farming, including the loss of several species of flora and fauna. He also wrote about himself, ... Read More
Thomas – Fest 21
Nene Valley Railway Wansford Station, StibbingtonJoin Thomas for his very first Festival Thomas-Fest on Sat 11th & Sun 12th Sept. There will be music, bubbles, a Festival Wristband, a crafting area, balloons, cakes, glitter tattoos, a candy cart, unicorn hair station, knots corner & ice-creams. Thomas is really excited as this will be his first Festival and is really proud to be part of The Nene ... Read More
NSRA Hot Rod Drags
Santa PodNow celebrating the 33rd annual Original Hot Rod Drags, supported by the NSRA. It’s a hot rod show at the race track! The usual, ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ formula with Pre ’73 RWYB, invited race classes, Wild Bunch, fireworks and much more. See you at the track.
Fenman Afternoon Tea Train
Nene Valley Railway Wansford Station, StibbingtonAdd a touch of traditional British luxury to your celebration. Your Afternoon Tea will be served to your table as you enjoy your nostalgic Steam hauled journey down our line while you enjoy the luxury of our 1st Class Continental Carriages Seating is available in our open carriages or in a compartment. Table for 2 - £60.00 Table for 3 ... Read More
Northampton’s Queen Eleanor Cross & 1460 Battle of Northampton
Northampton Market SquareVisit Northampton's Queen Eleanor Cross one of only three to survive out of 12. Then it is a short walk to overlook the site 1460 Battle of Northampton where you will hear its story. London Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 8AX The 1460 Battle of Northampton was the first large-scale battle in the Wars of the Roses. It is unique in ... Read More
Jeyes of Earls Barton
26-28 The Square, Earls BartonExplore Our Museums and Exhibitions The Jeyes Museums & Exhibitions were crowned winners of The Judges Special Award for ‘Unique Heritage Experience’ at The Northamptonshire’s Museum & Historic Houses Forum 2014. Take a stroll through Jeyes Jetty and up the stairs where you will find our collection of quaint and quirky exhibitions. We are not your ordinary museum and we aim to offer something ... Read More
Open Water Swimming
Nene ParkOpen water swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country combining an opportunity to improve fitness with an enjoyment of the outdoors. Whether you are training for a triathlon or just want to take part in an activity which is sociable as well as good for you. Swimming takes place around a 400m course in Gunwade lake, ... Read More
Nene Park Trust
Nene Park TrustNene Park is a large area of park land to the west of Peterborough and is the region's favourite place to get outdoors and enjoy nature. It is made up of six different areas: Ferry Meadows, Orton Meadows, Orton Mere, Woodston Reach, Thorpe Meadows and The Rural Estate made up of parkland, meadows, woodlands and lakes. The River Nene runs through all the areas connecting them together. Take ... Read More
We Are Northampton Exhibition
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Crispin Street, NorthamptonWe Are Northampton celebrates the town’s rich heritage and gives visitors from near and far an opportunity to explore Northampton’s character through a sense of identity and place. Displays and interactives explore places of special significance and highlight the unique characteristics of the borough’s different neighbourhoods. Notable residents both past and present, iconic buildings, events, activities, groups and clubs will ... Read More
We are Northampton Exhibition
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Crispin Street, NorthamptonWe Are Northampton celebrates the town’s rich heritage and gives visitors from near and far an opportunity to explore Northampton’s character through a sense of identity and place. Displays and interactives explore places of special significance and highlight the unique characteristics of the borough’s different neighbourhoods. Notable residents both past and present, iconic buildings, events, activities, groups and clubs will ... Read More
One Small Step
Peterborough CathedralA giant representation of the lunar surface, created by the renowned sculptor and artist Peter Walker using imagery from NASA.
Cogenhoe Village Heritage Trail
Northampton Market SquareA Green Plaque tour through the village of Cogenhoe. A self-guided tour through the village of Cogenhoe following the trail of Green Plaques on historically significant buildings. A leaflet is available by email with a guide map plus an explanatory brochure for each location. For these resources, please email 'ENQUIRIES@COGENHOEHERITAGE.ORG.UK' 1 Station Road, Cogenhoe, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN7 1LT Additional Information ... Read More
60 miles by Road or Rail pop-up
Northampton Market SquareJoin 60 Miles by Road or Rail in a celebration of Northampton and Corby’s New Town heritage. Explore written and recorded memories from residents past and present and enjoy interacting with our pop-up multimedia exhibition. Suitable for all ages. Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW Friday 10 September: 10.00 - 16.00 Saturday 11 September: 10.00 - 17.00 Sunday 12 September: 11.00 ... Read More
The Land Rover Owner Show
The East of England Showground PeterboroughThe ever-popular LRO Show is gearing up to celebrate all things Land Rover this September 11–12th, at the East of England Showground, Peterborough. As we see a growing number of people wanting to get out and enjoy outdoor events in the UK, tickets for the two-day extravaganza are on sale now – and will be selling fast.
Dr Faustus
Peterborough CathedralLaughing Tree Theatre brings you a stripped back version of Christopher Marlowe’s enduring tale of sin and corruption brought about by lust for power. Doctor Faustus is a brilliant, arrogant scholar, whose thirst for knowledge and influence leads him to summon the demon Mephistopheles, demanding from him power and dominion over the occult arts. Mephistopheles agrees, but the price is ... Read More
St John the Baptist Church
St. John the Baptist Church, Church Street, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1XB Peterborough Parish Church (named after St John the Baptist and so often referred to simply as St John’s) is the historic parish church for Peterborough. It is a Grade I listed building and designated as a Major Parish Church. St John’s is situated in a prominent position in the ... Read More
Church of St Mary and All Saints, Fotheringhay
St Mary & All Saints Church Fotheringhay, PeterboroughSet alongside the River Nene, Fotheringhay Church has a superb octagonal lantern tower. In addition to being an important place of worship, it has numerous and notable links with history. Guide books available. From the time of the Normans to the advent of the Stuarts, it was directly linked to the royal families of both Scotland and England. Here a ... Read More
Flag Fen Finds Day
Flag FenCome and have your fossil or archaeology finds identified by our experts from the Portable Antiquities Scheme and Peterborough Museum. Alongside meeting our experts there will be fun children's activities. The event is free and will take place in the forest schools area, next to the car park. There is no need to book, just turn up on the day. ... Read More
Model Weekend
Rushden Station Goods Shed, John Clark Way, Rushden, NN10 0AW John Clark Way, RushdenTrains, boats and planes , but on a small scale! The exhibition will show off a wide range of models, from Static to Radio Controlled, from small to large. Steam, clockwork & electric powered, as well as unpowered.
Outdoor Tribe – 5 Ways to Nature Connection
Find a way to connect to nature with the Outdoor Tribe; Build an Animal Home 10.30 - 11.30 Forest Bathing 11.30 - 12.30 Mindfulness 13.00 - 14.00 Land Art 14.00 - 15.00 Nature weaving 15.00 -16.00 Ancient Woodland Location between Thrapston & Corby Register for free Tickets at; https://outdoortribe.co.uk
Express G&S!
Key Theatre Embankment Road, PeterboroughAll aboard for a murderous musical mystery tour! The masters of G&S in small spaces” present this brand new, side-splitting spoof of the classic railway mystery. A trio of intriguing travellers (and a pianist) take on multiple characters, uncover clue upon red herring, while ripping through the G&S operettas with a cake soaked butter knife, all aboard the G&S Express. ... Read More
André Rieu: Together Again
The Castle Theatre WellingboroughThe King of the Waltz has handpicked his all-time favourite show tunes, operatic arias and dance numbers from stages around the world - featuring many performances never seen before on the big screen. André brings together performers from all over the world in one global spectacular to make you smile, sing and dance. Featuring performances from São Paulo, Mainau, Bucharest, ... Read More
The Upbeat Beatles
The Deco Theatre Abington Square, NorthamptonThe Upbeat Beatles are second to none – powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship. The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business. There isn’t a band to touch them – 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why! No other band ... Read More
The Comedy Store – September 2021
The Castle Theatre WellingboroughThe Comedy Store announces 2021 dates across all nine of its venues, expanding to new audiences across the U.K. Renowned as the breeding ground for new talent, the likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Millican all began their careers at The Comedy Store and have since gone on to become household names. This will be ... Read More
André Rieu: Together Again
The Castle Theatre WellingboroughThe King of the Waltz has handpicked his all-time favourite show tunes, operatic arias and dance numbers from stages around the world - featuring many performances never seen before on the big screen. André brings together performers from all over the world in one global spectacular to make you smile, sing and dance. Featuring performances from São Paulo, Mainau, Bucharest, ... Read More