Events Calendar

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Nene Valley Railway – Santa Specials

Nene Valley Railway Wansford Station, Stibbington

Santa & his Wansford Station Team have been working hard to allocate seats to everyone that has purchased tickets to join us this festive season. At this point in time all Santa Steam Tickets have sold out. Our team of staff & volunteers are working extremly hard to try and get another carriage ready to go back into service, which ... Read More

£18
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

Chester House Estate – Father Christmas Experience

Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough

Join us for our first Christmas at the Chester House Estate. Meet Father Christmas and his elves in his magical winter wonderland grotto and receive a very special early Christmas present. Before you leave you may like to purchase a professional photo or souvenir. The Father Christmas visit at Chester House is a shared group experience, the timed session with ... Read More

£7 – £13

Delapre Abbey – Candlelit Tours

Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey

Wednesday 1st, Thursday 2nd, Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th, Wednesday 22nd and Thursday 23rd, Wednesday 29th December Tours at 6pm and 7pm £15 per person. Price includes mulled wine and a mince pie Experience the Abbey by candlelight on this wonderfully festive, special out-of-hours tour. Step back in time and soak up the stories, sights, and sounds of by-gone festivities. Once ... Read More

£15

Northampton Museum – Knit and Natter

Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Crispin Street, Northampton

Every Friday 12.30 to 1.30pm FREE Looking for a way to unwind after a busy week? Come along to our Knit & Natter sessions, every Friday lunchtime, led by experienced knitters Debra Cox and Louise Hannam-Jones. Bring your own knitting and have a bite to eat in the new museum café. Drop in – no bookings required but please purchase ... Read More

Free

Castle Theatre – Sleeping Beauty

The Castle Theatre Wellingborough

Get ready for the pantomime you've been dreaming of & awaken to a world of wonders this Christmas! Join us this Christmas as we transform the much-loved classic story into a fun-filled family panto, full of songs, dances and even a firey Dragon! Cursed by the jealous Wicked Queen on her 16th birthday, the beautiful Princess falls into a deep ... Read More

£10

Delapre Abbey – Wreath Making Workshop

Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey

Friday 10th, Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th, Monday 13th, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th December£20 per session / maximum of 15 participants per session / 10am-12pm or 2-4pm Price includes tea/coffee and a slice of Christmas cake Make your own wreath using natural materials foraged from the grounds of Delapré Abbey. During this workshop you will learn the art of making ... Read More

£20

Christmas at Sacrewell Farm 2021

Sacrewell Farm Great North Road, Peterborough

Will you be lucky enough to catch Father Christmas and the Elves warming their toes by the log fire in the old farmhouse at Sacrewell again this year? Book our magical Christmas experience for all the family! After your visit to see Father Christmas discover where the naughty Elves have hidden the location of Santa’s Present Room. Don’t worry follow ... Read More

£8

Urban – Renowned Street Art Exhibition

Peterborough Museum Priestgate, Peterborough

Renowned street art by some of the world’s most celebrated contemporary artists will be on display at Peterborough Museum and Art Gallery in a major new exhibition. An exhibition of major national importance, ‘Urban’ will include original works by graffiti artist Banksy, Damien Hirst, My Dog Sighs, the Connor Brothers, Blek le Rat, Pure Evil, and other prominent artists. ‘Urban’ will open on 11 December and ... Read More

£8

Irchester Country Park – 10km Walk

Irchester Country Park

Join our ranger led 10k group walk. Starting point outside Irchester Country Park Cafe, walking along the canal to Summer Leys, returning back through Irchester Country Park to the start. This is a 10km walk, suitable for friendly dogs ( they will need to wear a lead around wildstock and at the nature reserve) To book: email educationrangers.ncc@northnorthants.gov.uk Booking Essential

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Barnwell Country Park – Natural Wreaths

Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, Oundle

Don't forget to book your place on our December 'Natural Minds' and 'Natter-Jills' friendly sessions for adults: Brixworth, Barnwell and Irchester Country Parks. We'll be using natural materials to make willow Christmas door wreaths - what could be more relaxing? See below poster for more details. To book, email: EducationRangers.NCC@northnorthants.gov.uk

£4