Events Calendar
Nene Valley Festival
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Open Water Swimming
Ferry Meadows, Overton Bank, Ham Lane, PETERBOROUGH, PE2 5UU , United KingdomWe welcome all swimmers to our regular weekly sessions every Thursday 5:30-7:00pm. Open water swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country combining an opportunity to improve fitness with an enjoyment of the outdoors. Whether you are training for a triathlon or just want to take part in an activity which is sociable as well as good ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Tim Peak: My Journey to Space
New Theatre 46 Broadway, Peterborough, United KingdomFasten your seatbelts and get ready for an awe-inspiring ride. Tim Peake is a European Space Agency astronaut. In December 2015, he became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station to conduct a spacewalk (and run a marathon!) whilst orbiting Earth. Now, join him on an epic and thrilling journey to the International Space Station as he extends ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Open Water Swimming
Ferry Meadows, Overton Bank, Ham Lane, PETERBOROUGH, PE2 5UU , United KingdomWe welcome all swimmers to our regular weekly sessions every Thursday 5:30-7:00pm. Open water swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country combining an opportunity to improve fitness with an enjoyment of the outdoors. Whether you are training for a triathlon or just want to take part in an activity which is sociable as well as good ... Read More
Church of St Edmund King and Martyr
Northampton Market Square, United KingdomThe first known incumbent was here in 1223, but there had already been a church for some time: when Simon de Senlis, 2nd Earl of Northampton, founded the Cluniac priory of St Andrew in Northampton, between 1093 and 1100, he endowed it richly, including his lands in Hardingstone and the church itself. The earliest surviving fabric is the early 13C ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Flag Fen Archeology Park
Flag Fen , United KingdomFree Entry to Flag Fen Archeology Park. Discover Flag Fen, famous for its ancient Bronze Age archaeology. Follow the footsteps of our ancestors and explore the reconstructed prehistoric landscape and discover treasures from over 3000 years ago. The park that you can visit today was first laid out in 1987 on the site of the earlier platform excavation, becoming a ... Read More
The Old Savoy – The Home of The Deco Theatre
The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, United KingdomThe Deco Theatre, Northampton's hidden gem, is host to a wide variety of shows, the Christmas pantomime, and many training events. Over recent years the theatre has thoroughly re-established itself and continues to grow from strength to strength. The Building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”, described as “Northampton’s only super ... Read More
St Peter’s Church Northampton – Heritage Open Days
Northampton Market Square, United KingdomEnjoy the beautiful Romanesque architecture of this beautiful grade 1 listed building in the heart of historic Northampton. The active Friends group will welcome you to our historic church with guides and activities. Marefair, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SR
Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomThe ground level route around the Cathedral takes roughly one hour and explores the key features the building's history and architecture. The tour is free as part of the Nene Valley Festival and lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is not usually necessary, but if you want to be sure of a place, please book online using the links below. Given ... Read More
Longthorpe Tower Living History Event
Longthorpe Tower Thorpe Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire,, United KingdomSee Longthorpe Tower brought to life at our living history re-enactment weekend with the Medieval Sokemen Living History Group! Visit the Medieval residence at Longthorpe Tower to not only see the stunning wall paintings, but to experience life as it would have been in the 15th century, when the manor was occupied by the Whittlebury family. Our experienced costumed interpreters ... Read More
Jeyes of Earls Barton – Family Visitor Attraction
Jeyes 26-28 The Square, Earls Barton, United KingdomNorthamptonshire Transport Heritage will be operating a network of free bus services connecting local venues. Open Saturday 10th 0900-1700 and Sunday 11th 1000-1600 for visitors to come and explore our visitor attraction. Shop, Lunch & Explore! Jeyes of Earls Barton is a family run visitor attraction packed full of heritage, culture and fun! There is something for all the family ... Read More
Longthorpe Tower Tour
Longthorpe Tower Thorpe Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire,, United KingdomLongthorpe Tower is one of Peterborough's historic gems. The stone tower, built between about 1290 and 1300, is the only surviving part of a 14th century fortified manor house and its great significance derives from the spectacular wall paintings in the main first-floor room. Added about 1330, they are among the most impressive examples of medieval domestic wall painting in ... Read More
The Land Rover Owners International Show
The East of England Showground Peterborough, United KingdomThe LRO Show is the UK’s biggest and best Land Rover Show with leading Land Rover specialists, parts and accessory traders offering everything you could possibly need for your Land Rover: from elusive spares, repair panels, trim parts, engine tuning, suspension, styling and security upgrades, to tools, expedition kit and adventure tours, there is something for every Land Rover owner! ... Read More
Northants Open Studios – Gerald Porter
Jeyes 26-28 The Square, Earls Barton, United KingdomOPEN 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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 8:30 - 17:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Gerald Porter Phone: 01604846166 Email: gerald_porter@talktalk.net Address: Jeyes at EarlsBarton, NN6 0NA
Adult RYA Start Sailing – Level 1
Ferry Meadows, Overton Bank, Ham Lane, PETERBOROUGH, PE2 5UU , United KingdomThis two day (consecutive) course covers how to sail in all directions, including an awareness of launching and recovery. After the course participants will be able to sail in light winds under supervision. All safety equipment, including wetsuits and buoyancy aids are provided. Suitable for: 16yrs + Meeting point: Nene Outdoors Cost: £166.00
Heritage Open Days – Heritage Bus Tours
Northampton , United KingdomNorthampton Transport Heritage, once again are proud to host, in partnership with West Northamptonshire Council, this year's Heritage Open Days - Heritage Bus Tours. On Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September where you can ride on real pieces of Northamptonshire History and travel back in time! At least three of our ex-Northampton Corporation Transport classic buses alongside our ex-United Counties ... Read More
Northamptonshire Archives and Heritage Service Open Day
Northampton Market Square, United KingdomTours of the Archives Service behind the scenes and an opportunity to see some of the amazing archives that are looked after and available for you to use for family, local and social history. Plus a small exhibition. Whether you have used the service for research or not, you may never have seen where the archives are physically stored and ... Read More
Free Let’s Fish!
Peterborough , United KingdomLearn to fish with our team of professionally qualified and licensed angling coaches. All bait, equipment, permits and licence are provided. All you need to do is book in and turn up on time on the day. These one-hour sessions are available to all adults and for children aged from six years old and upwards who are interested in trying ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Peterborough Cathedral – Upper Levels and Tower Tour
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomExplore 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. Free event as part of the Nene Valley Festival.
Nene Park Art Club
Nene Park Trust , United KingdomAre you aged 14-19? Do you enjoy being outdoors? Do you like art? As a member of Nene Park Art Club you can take part in art workshops, learn about the sculptures in the Park, meet local artists, develop art events, and help take care of the sculptures in the Park. Monthly sessions begin in September for the autumn term: 10 September, Block ... Read More
Alwalton Church – St. Andrew’s
Explore this medieval church in the quiet village of Alwalton. Earliest parts date from 1170. Tower built in 13th century. Extensive restoration in 1840s and further improvement works in the 1960s. Light lunches available from midday to 2pm. Teas and coffees available all day.
Lyveden – Heritage Open Days
Lyveden Near Oundle, Northamptonshire, United KingdomIntriguing Elizabethan lodge and moated garden. Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age. Begun by Sir Thomas Tresham to symbolise his Catholic faith, Lyveden remains incomplete. There are tranquil moats, viewing terraces and an Elizabethan orchard to explore, as well as an enigmatic garden lodge covered in religious symbols. The full ... Read More
Northamptonshire Natural History Society
Northampton Market Square, United KingdomInterested in Natural History in Northamptonshire? Want to look through a microscope? Want to handle local rocks and fossils? Interested in Astronomy? A keen photographer interested in more skills? Then visit us in our purpose built rooms. We are a society in Northampton dating back to 1876. We encompass many disciplines including Astronomy, Geology, Microscopy, Meteorology, Photography and many others. ... Read More
Northants Open Studios – Samantha Brockway
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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 1000 - 1600 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Samantha Brockway Phone: 07968695002 Email: samanthabrockway@icloud.com Address: 78 Derngate, Northampton., NN1 1UH
Open Studios – Susan Webb
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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Susan Webb Phone: 07982657934 Email: sjwebb01@btinternet.com Address: 19 Back Lane, Ringstead, NN14 4DR
Northamptonshire Open Studios – Aleksandra Kreicberga
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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 1000 - 1600 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Aleksandra Kreicberga Email: info@akreicberga.co.uk Address: Abington Park Museum Park Avenue South Northampton, NN1 5LW
Northamptonshire Open Studios – Michael Leaman
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United KingdomOPEN 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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 1000 - 1600 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Michael Leaman Phone: 07778597334 Email: m.leaman@btinternet.com Address: The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House 78 Derngate Northampton, ... Read More
Northamptonshire Open Studios – Kerrie Suteu, Luminata Prints
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomOPEN 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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Kerrie Suteu, Luminita Prints Phone: 07425152532 Email: kerriedav@hotmail.com Address: Stanwick Lakes, NN9 6GY
Northants Open Studios – Annette Elizabeth Sykes
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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 1000 - 1600 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Annette Elizabeth Sykes Phone: 07783728019 Email: annetteelizabethsykes@gmail.com Address: Primrose Gallery, High Street. Thrapston, NN14 4JH
Northants Open Studios – Mark Thirkill
Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United KingdomOPEN 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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Mark Thirkill Phone: 07879335657 Email: markthirkill@icloud.com Address: Chester House Farm Estate, NN8 2DH
Northants Open Studios – Pat Bustin
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: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Pat Bustin Phone: 01832735060 Email: patbustin@btinternet.com Address: Swallow Cottage, Drayton Road, Lowick, Northants, NN14 3BG
Northamptonshire Open Studios – Jo Lesley
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United KingdomOPEN 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 Spaces: Unlimited Spaces Event Date: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:30 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Jo Brown Phone: 07553371306 Email: Jolesleyglassart@outlook.com Address: 78 Derngate, Northampton,, NN1 1UH