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
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
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
Walk With the Rangers
Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, OundleDuring 2022 we are giving you the opportunity to join some of the Rangers as we complete six walks across the fields and public rights of ways from some of Northamptonshire's finest Country Parks. 18th September - Barnwell Country Park All walks start at 9AM £5 per walk Booking essential
Stanwick Lakes Autumn Run
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, WellingboroughWe are now taking bookings for our Autumn run - Sunday 18th September. Book your place today! We offer 5k, 10k or half marathon distances and as the route is pretty flat, it's a great chance to aim for a PB! Cost: 5k - £12 10k - £16 Half Marathon - £23
DIY Sustainability Workshops at the Nene Wetlands- Simple Swaps to Reduce Plastic
Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, RushdenJoin 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
Northampton Classic Bus Rally and Running Day
Northampton Market SquareA display of classic buses on the Market Square and regular FREE bus services using classic buses and coaches running from Drapery on routes in Northampton and the surrounding area. There will also be some sales stalls with transport related items. A selection of classic local and regional buses and coaches will be on display, some of which will run ... Read More
Heritage Family Fun Day
Rushden Lakes RushdenHeritage family fun day hosted by Rushden Town Council and Higham Town Council as part of The Nene Valley Festival 2022. Stalls, activities, a free open-top heritage bus tour and more...
R.H.W.R. Diesel Driver Experience
Rushden Station John Clark Way, RushdenWe are offering 4 people to attend a 6 hour course on our 142 Pacer Schedule: 10.30am -briefing in the Buffet Carriage with tea and biscuits. 11am – Each participant will receive 30 minutes of driving and 30 minutes of conducting with the supervision of our competent railway staff. 1pm- A delicious ploughman’s lunch in the Buffet Carriage 2pm Each ... Read More
Northampton Classic Bus Rally and Running Day
Northampton Market SquareA display of classic buses on the Market Square and regular FREE bus services using classic buses and coaches running from Drapery on routes in Northampton and the surrounding area. There will also be some sales stalls with transport related items. A selection of classic local and regional buses and coaches will be on display, some of which will run ... Read More
Peterborough Italian Festival
Cathedral Square, Church Street, Peterborough, PE1 1XHThe Peterborough Italian Festival is back! Join in the celebrations on Sunday 18th September on Cathedral Square with a huge array of Italian food and drink stalls. Entertainment will start from 12pm: 12pm - Boomerang from Italy 12.30pm - Luke Carey - Dean Martin / Frank Sinatra / Frankie Valli 1pm - Giuseppe Barile opera and traditional Italian songs 1.30pm - ... Read More
Peterborough Cathedral – Upper Levels and Tower Tour
Peterborough CathedralExplore the upper levels of Peterborough Cathedral by taking this fascinating tour. Please read the full information at www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk/towertour before making your booking.
Concert in the Park
Enjoy live music from the Corby Silver Band and Neil Richardson. Venue - Castle Fields Wellingborough.
Musical Summer Sundays
Nene ParkToday we have the Peterborough Citadel Salvation Army Band playing for all our visitors to enjoy. Free events, donations welcome.
Leo Green and Radio 2’s Sound of the 50’s
The Castle Theatre WellingboroughAn exciting night with Saxophone Star and Broadcaster, Leo Green, along with his explosive band and singers. This is not an Oldies tribute show - there are no dodgy look-a-likes....this is two hours of fast paced incredible music that will have you singing and dancing! With a band that features the best musicians in the country, along with incredible singers, ... Read More
The Everly Brothers & Friends Tribute Show
Key Theatre Embankment Road, PeterboroughThe Temple Brothers, officially the UKs No.1 Tribute to The Everly Brothers as voted for by the National Tribute Music Awards 2017 are proud to announce the return of their Theatre Show, produced by themselves. The show is dedicated to the music of one of the greatest harmony duo’s the Everly Brothers. Just as the Everly Brothers were the Temple Brothers are real life brothers, their harmonies are unlike anything ... Read More
Kim Wilde: Greatest Hits Tour
Royal and Derngate 19-21 Guildhall Rd, NorthamptonFollowing the Worldwide success of Here Come The Aliens and the recent live album Aliens Live, Kim Wilde and her incredible band are heading back on the road in 2020 with Kim’s Greatest Hits Tour. Featuring hit singles from 1981 to 2020, this will be an unmissable event not only for Kim Wilde fans, but also for fans of the 80s. Featuring classics such as Kids In ... Read More