Events Calendar
Nene Valley Festival
Nene Valley Festival
Enjoy a 9 day programme of wildlife, culture and heritage events. More information coming soon!
Northampton Castle and Heritage Park
Chalk Lane, Northampton, , Northamptonshire, NN1 2RWTake a short tour of the site of Northampton Castle, one of the most important Mediaeval castles. Sadly most of the castle was lost when railway marshalling yards were built in the 19th century, but enough of the site remains to give a picture of this imposing; one of the biggest British castles At Northampton, there was once a massive ... Read More
Free Archaeological Archive Tour
Chester House Estate Irchester,, WellingboroughThis tour by the ARC Curator and/or our team of volunteers will show visitors the ARC building which stores the archaeological archives from excavations carried out in Northamptonshire and explain how we curate the objects. We will also show some highlights we have within our collections. Please be aware there is a chance you may see human remains during this ... Read More
Crusader Community Boating – River Nene
Beckets ParkDiscover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 17th & 18th September and will start from Becketts Park in Northampton town centre running both up and down stream. This trip has full access for wheelchair users. This event is not suitable for very young children. Well behaved owners with pets ... Read More
A Celebration of Nature, Heritage and Adventure at Stanwick Lakes
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughEnjoy family fun activities including: Nature engagement for the kids – pond dipping and Den building. Heritage – Traditional and modern crafters demonstrating their skills, Bifrost guard with activities such as archery and axe throwing. Adventure – Newly opened play tower and water play back in full use, adventure trail and assault course. More information coming soon!
Northants Open Studios – Maureen Forde
The Castle Theatre WellingboroughOPEN STUDIO DESCRIPTION An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Event Date: 17 September 2022 Event time: 1000 - 1600 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Maureen Forde Phone: 07763992684 Email: mef1508@gmail.com Address: CASTLE THEATRE, 10 CASTLE WAY, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 ... Read More
Northants Open Studios – Warren Shaw
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughOPEN STUDIO DESCRIPTION An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Event Date: 17 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Warren Shaw Phone: 07729762859 Email: studio@warrenshaw.art Address: Stanwick Lakes, NN9 6GY
Northants Open Studios – Simon Dolby
OPEN STUDIO DESCRIPTION An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Event Date: 17 September 2022 Event time: 1000 - 1600 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Simon Dolby Phone: 01832273801 Email: simon.dolby@sky.com Address: 30 West Street, Oundle, Northamptonshire, PE8 4EF
Northants Open Stuidos – Jamie Poole
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughOPEN STUDIO DESCRIPTION An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Event Date: 17 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 17:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Jamie Poole Phone: 07899676769 Email: jamie@jamie-poole.com Address: Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre and Yardley Arts NN7 ... Read More
Exhibition – Lenka Page at Stanwick Lakes
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughStanwick Lakes will host a variety of handpicked artists exhibiting their work throughout September, with a special event on the weekend of 17 and 18 September. Stanwick Lakes is a beautiful nature reserve in the heart of the Nene Valley with abundance of wildlife, picturesque walks and varied flora. A lot of the artists' work has been inspired by the ... Read More
Sessions House Tours
Sessions House Sessions House, George Row, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DFSeize your opportunity to take a look around the county’s most significant building with an expert tour guide. This superb Grade I listed building, of international significance, was built immediately after the 1675 fire of Northampton and retains much of its original appearance and features. See the full-length Royal portraits, hear about its construction and marvel at the incredible plaster ... Read More
DIY Sustainability Workshops at Summer Leys- Simple Swaps to Reduce Plastic
Summer LeysJoin us as part of the Nene Valley festival to learn about micro plastics, what to look out for when shopping and the simple substitutions you can make in your home, whilst also getting creative by making some DIY handmade items to help you be more sustainable in your home. Due to the nature of these activities, children must be ... Read More
Cycle Skills Track
Nene ParkThere will be temporary cycle skills track laid out at Nene Outdoors for anyone to have a go. Recommended minimum age 8yrs+. Helmets Essential. This is a free have a go session, thanks to funding from LNER for the On Ya Bike project in partnership with PECT. Drop in anytime between 11am and 4pm. No need to book. Suitable for: 8yrs+ ... Read More
Hunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort
Northampton Market SquareHunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort dates back to between the 7th and 4th centuries BC. The internal rampart at Hunsbury appears to have been burnt down and vitrified - such forts are rare in England. Hunsbury Iron Age hill fort can be found in the middle of Hunsbury Hill Country Park. It is a scheduled monument currently on the "at ... Read More
Northampton Castle and Heritage Park
Chalk Lane, Northampton, , Northamptonshire, NN1 2RWTake a short tour of the site of Northampton Castle, one of the most important Mediaeval castles. Sadly most of the castle was lost when railway marshalling yards were built in the 19th century, but enough of the site remains to give a picture of this imposing; one of the biggest British castles At Northampton, there was once a massive ... Read More
The Mayor’s Show
Bassfords Recreation Ground Marshalls Road, RaundsFrom 12pm to 5pm, enjoy some good old fashioned fun at the Mayor's Show. Free entry. Venue is the Bassfords Recreation Ground , Marshalls Road, Raunds.
Paint Party
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UUCome and paint your own version of the famous Van Gogh, The Starry Night with the Social Canvas at the Discovery Den in Ferry Meadows, whilst enjoying a glass of prosecco! This event is being hosted by Amy Kathryn, a frequent visitor and lover of the park who is running the London Marathon this year for Nene Park Trust, this event is ... Read More
A Celebration of Father Ted
The Deco Theatre Abington Square, NorthamptonJoin us in celebrating one of the greatest sitcoms ever made, as we welcome renowned stand-up Joe Rooney for a night of all things Father Ted! Joe featured as the rebellious Father Damo in the classic Father Ted episode The Old Grey Whistle Theft, leading Dougal astray with his earring, cigarette smoking and bad-boy attitude. Joe will host a screening of the episode, take you behind ... Read More
Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club
Royal and Derngate 19-21 Guildhall Rd, NorthamptonDon’t miss our comedy club in the Underground Studio with compere Dan Evans. This season features many of comedy’s rising stars. Doors 7.45pm Show 8pm. Recommended for ages 16+ Adam Bloom Naomi Cooper Robert White Tickets: £17
Crusader Community Boating – River Nene
Beckets ParkDiscover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 17th & 18th September and will start from Becketts Park in Northampton town centre running both up and down stream. This trip has full access for wheelchair users. This event is not suitable for very young children. Well behaved owners with pets ... Read More
Hunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort
Northampton Market SquareHunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort dates back to between the 7th and 4th centuries BC. The internal rampart at Hunsbury appears to have been burnt down and vitrified - such forts are rare in England. Hunsbury Iron Age hill fort can be found in the middle of Hunsbury Hill Country Park. It is a scheduled monument currently on the "at ... Read More