Events Calendar

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The Euro Finals Shootout

Santa Pod

Day 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

Thomas – Fest 21

Nene Valley Railway Wansford Station, Stibbington

Join 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 Pod

Now 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.

Ongoing

Jeyes of Earls Barton

26-28 The Square, Earls Barton

Explore 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

Free

Nene Park Trust

Nene Park Trust

Nene 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, Northampton

We 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, Northampton

We 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 Cathedral

A giant representation of the lunar surface, created by the renowned sculptor and artist Peter Walker using imagery from NASA.

The Land Rover Owner Show

The East of England Showground Peterborough

The 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 Cathedral

Laughing 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

£10

Wildlife Trusts – Little Bug’s Club

Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, Rushden

The Wildlife Trusts weekly sessions for 2-5 years are the perfect place for the little ones to learn about nature, build confidence and gain skills all in the wonderful setting of the Nene Wetland's Education Area. All sessions run 10.30am - 12pm £6 per child dates are as followed; Thursday 7th October Thursday 14th October Thursday 21st October   To ... Read More

£6
Event Series Oundle Farmers’ Market

Oundle Farmers’ Market

Enjoy a great selection of stallholders at the monthly farmers market. Buy direct from the farmer, grower or producer and enjoy fresh, quality products whilst supporting local. Help reduce waste and bring your own bags. From 8am - 1pm.

Peterborough Cathedral – Baby Loss Awareness Service

Peterborough Cathedral

A simple service for anyone who has lost a baby during pregnancy, or at or after birth, however long ago that might be. The service coincides with Baby Loss Awareness Week. Baby Loss Awareness Week runs from 9th to 15th October annually. During this quiet service there will be time for reflection, with gentle music, prayers and the lighting of candles. ... Read More

Free

Peterborough Cathedral – Be a Chorister for a Day

Peterborough Cathedral

Children in school Year 2 are invited to come along and experience a little of what it is like to be a Cathedral chorister. There will be musical activities, a Cathedral tour and the opportunity to meet some of our current choristers. The children will also sing at a short service which parents and visitors are welcome to attend. Booking ... Read More

Free
Event Series Living Nativity

Living Nativity

Peterborough Cathedral Peterborough, UK, Peterborough

Join Mary, Joseph, a Roman Centurion and donkeys from Sacrewell Farm for this live re-enactment of the Nativity story. Be inspired as you see this costumed re-enactment of the Nativity Story progress through the Cathedral grounds. The Living Nativity will take place twice, at 10.30am and 2pm. Entry is free – donations are welcome.

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral

The ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More

Chinese Night on the Pacer

Rushden Station Station Approach, Rushden

Seats are now available for you to join us for a Delicious Chinese Meal, aboard our recently acquired Pacer Train. Our carefully selected Local Chinese Restaurant will be supplying a menu handpicked for you.

The Castle Theatre – No Jacket Required

The Castle Theatre Wellingborough

The UK's top Phil Collins tribute makes its first appearance at the Castle Theatre, as part of their ‘Serious UK Tour’.  Thirty years after the release of Phil’s only live album, the band will incorporate those ‘Serious Hits’ into their show, plus the best of the rest from Phil Collins’ chart-topping career as a solo artist and with Genesis. No ... Read More

£23