Events Calendar
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
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.
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
Peterborough Cathedral – Gallery View or Moon with a View
Peterborough CathedralOn the dates listed here, you can climb the steep stone steps and see the artwork 'One Small Step' by Peter Walker from above. Gallery View dates Climb up to the first floor gallery to take pictures of family or friends below, or just to capture the artwork, One Small Step by Peter Walker, from above. The Gallery View climbs take roughly ... Read More
Nene Park – Holiday Trail
Ferry MeadowsComplete a trail around Ferry Meadows and claim a prize at the end! Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre and then hunt for questions as you walk around Ferry Meadows. Return to the Visitor Centre to claim your prize. Available every day during October Half Term from 10am - 4:00pm. £1 per sheet. No need to book; just ... Read More
Wildlife Trusts October half term events
Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, RushdenThis half term the Wildlife Trusts have lots of fantastic activities for you! Saturday 23rd-Sunday 31st October 10am - 3.30pm £3 per trail £ 2WTBCN members; Brilliant Bone Trail - Match all the bones to the animals and follow the clues round the lake Monday 25th October 10.30am - 2.30pm £2 - £5 per craft; Crafty Monday - Halloween special ... Read More
Stanwick Lakes – Halloween Trail
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughThis Halloween, visit and explore the Spooktacular trail at Stanwick Lakes! From the 25th October – 31st October. Earn your Witch or Wizard powers by helping The Stanwick Sorceress remember the spell for her magic potion. Use her ‘Book of Spells’ to follow the spooktacular trail and find all of the missing ingredients…but beware, it is Halloween after all! Mwahaha! This family fun ... Read More
Peterborough Cathedral – One Giant Leap returns!
Peterborough CathedralBack for half term, by popular demand, is our 90 minute children's activity session is inspired by the Apollo 11 moon landing. It includes the famous teddy bear parachute jump! It's time for our young visitors to help teddy with his astronaut training - as he parachutes from high up in the cathedral. See him "falling-with-style", help him fold up ... Read More
Peterborough Cathedral – Science Interaction
Peterborough CathedralThe Cambridge Science Centre will be offering hands-on activities and hosting drop-in demonstrations of scientific wonders! The team from Cambridge offers a fantastic interactive display in which all ages can become involved in some fun learning all about the wonders of the scientific world. On Monday 25th and Thursday 28th October, special demonstrations will be given. Unsupervised activities are available on ... Read More
Lego Week
Rushden Station Goods Shed, John Clark Way, Rushden, NN10 0AW John Clark Way, RushdenEnjoy half term. Bring your youngster along to the Goods Shed, & have fun constructing exciting Lego Creations. We will, of course, have a selection of refreshments available for everyone. We suggest that everyone is at least 5 years old.
Nene Park – Autumn Colour Walk
Ferry MeadowsJoin one of our Rangers; Sophie for a walk around Ferry Meadows looking at the variety of plants that give us the splendid autumn colours. Suitable for: 12yrs + Meeting point: Outside the Visitor Centre
Barnwell Country Park – Natural Minds
Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, OundleTime out for adults of all ages. Enjoy connecting with nature, meeting people and learning new skills. A themed walk around the park, an activity £4 per person. Usual parking charges apply. Booking essential email educationrangers.ncc@northnorthants.gov.uk Please wear suitable outdoor clothing.