Events Calendar
Treewilder
Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, OundleTreewilder is an exhibition of site-responsive interventions, sculptures and video work set in Barnwell Country Park aiming to encourage visitors to explore the woodland space throughout autumn and winter. Guest curated by Angela Kingston, the exhibition features work by Denise de Cordova, Delaine Le Bas, Kim L Pace, Jennet Thomas, Danny Treacy, and Johannes Zits. Suggestive of both the words ... Read More
The Architecture Tour
Peterborough CathedralFor a limited time only, we will be offering a special guided tour focused entirely on the Cathedral's construction and how it has changed over the centuries. You will explore the site of the Cathedral's medieval Lady Chapel, the iconic West Front, the Norman Nave, the Tudor New Building and much more. The tour lasts around 90 minutes and takes ... Read More
Christmas at Chester House
Chester House Estate Irchester,, WellingboroughJoin the elves this Christmas as they take you on a festive journey to discover the Greatest Gift in the World … For nearly a thousand years, elves have seen the finest presents to have ever been created in the North Pole. But what could the greatest gift be? A precious jewel, an amazing invention, or a magical toy crafted ... Read More
Rushden Lakes Handmade and Vintage Christmas Pop-Up Fair
Rushden Lakes RushdenMK Handmade and Vintage is thrilled to return to the wonderful Rushden Lakes on the consecutive weekends of 3/4 December, and 10/11 December 2022. The central boulevard, will host a selection of our wonderful designer-makers, artists, artisans and specialist vintage and antique dealers at this vibrant venue. Every item is unique; and no retail items are permitted, making us the ... Read More
Children’s Fused Glass Workshop
Nene ParkJoin June from Semperart at this workshop, especially for children to make their own unique fused glass. During the session you will * Develop a design that June has created especially for this workshop, you can choose to make either a dragonfly or a butterfly. * Choose a variety of coloured glass to create your design There are two workshops at 10:30 ... Read More
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
The Castle Theatre WellingboroughWe all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Terrible Tudors live on stage! From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry's headless wives and his punch up with the ... Read More
The Night Before Christmas
Royal and Derngate 19-21 Guildhall Rd, NorthamptonTwas the night before Christmas when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse… Having enchanted children at Christmas time for more than 200 years this popular festive poem bursts into life in a magical and immersive production for under 7s and their grown-ups. Watch in amazement as Father Christmas and his reindeer fly through ... Read More
Winter Light Trail
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré AbbeyStep into a breath-taking, illuminated woodland trail this Christmas! With an all new, longer trail for 2022. Discover an array of magical light installations with a brand-new trail experience that spans over 1¼ miles throughout the stunning woodland, walled garden and grounds of Delapré Abbey.
Game of Goose Family Trail
Lyveden LyvedenGet outside this winter and discover a favourite Tudor board game - Game of Goose. Pull on your wellies and explore nature with this family-friendly trail. Discover family-friendly activities in the grounds at Lyveden and take home a mini version of the Game of Goose to colour and play at home.
Christmas at Ferry Meadows
Nene ParkExperience the magic of Christmas at Nene Park this winter. From 25 November to 2 January, the heart of Ferry Meadows will be transformed for Christmas, with an open-air ice rink, mini Christmas market and vintage fun fair, festooned with twinkling lights and festive garlands. Park visitors can glide into the festive season on our eco-friendly synthetic ice rink, open ... Read More
Wildlife Explorers – the Holly & the Ivy
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughJoin the Wildlife Explorers at Stanwick Lakes to discover the natural traditions of Christmas. The RSPB Wildlife Explorers is a nature group for children aged 4 to 12 that meets monthly at Stanwick Lakes. Meetings are active, hands-on and give children the opportunity to explore their local nature reserve, learn about wildlife and have fun with other young people who ... Read More
Needle Felted Christmas Ornaments Workshop
Peterborough Museum Priestgate, PeterboroughThis Christmas, learn to make decorations using traditional needle felting. Join our local textile artist and artisan felter, who is an experienced workshop provider in schools and with adults. In this workshop, she will guide you through making a felted robin and small felted Santa or gnome to decorate your festive tree, or give away as gifts. A perfect festive ... Read More
Needle Felted Christmas Ornaments Workshop
Peterborough Museum Priestgate, PeterboroughThis Christmas, learn to make decorations using traditional needle felting. Join our local textile artist and artisan felter, who is an experienced workshop provider in schools and with adults. In this workshop, she will guide you through making a felted robin and small felted Santa or gnome to decorate your festive tree, or give away as gifts. A perfect festive ... Read More
Woofmas Market
Chester House Estate Irchester,, WellingboroughChristmas at the estate... with a special visitor for our four-legged friends, as Santa Paws will be joining us for our Woofmas Market! SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER 10AM - 4PM Bring your dogs and join us for all of this: - Artisan Shopping Stalls (with goodies for dogs and humans) - Meet Santa Paws* - Carol Singers - Christmas Crafts - ... Read More
Brunch with Santa
Rushden Goods Shed, John Clark Way, Rushden, NN10 0FW John Clark Way, RushdenJoin Santa and his Elves on our stationary Buffet Carriage for a delicious Brunch. All children receive a present from Santa. All ticket holders will also receive a ride on our diesel train. If you have any dietary requirements please email catering@rhts.co.uk
Paper Marbling Workshop
Peterborough Museum Priestgate, PeterboroughExperiment with the traditional Turkish art of Paper Marbling. Perfect for anyone wishing to have a go at Marbling Art as a stand-alone technique or as part of a wider practice - to make really special Christmas gift wrappings, or as endpapers for books or decorative works. You will learn about the history, materials and techniques of this beautiful and ... Read More
Christmas Magic
Peterborough CathedralChristmas starts here! All your festive favourites performed by Peterborough Male Voice Choir, Peterborough Voices and Peterborough Youth Choir. Performances are at 2.30pm and at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced from £21 to £36.50.