Events Calendar

Northants Open Stuidos – Jamie Poole

Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

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: 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, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

Stanwick 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

Free
Event Series Sessions House Tours

Sessions House Tours

Sessions House Sessions House, George Row, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DF, United Kingdom

Seize 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 Leys , United Kingdom

Join 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 Park , United Kingdom

There 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

Event Series Hunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort

Hunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort

Northampton Market Square, United Kingdom

Hunsbury 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

Free

The Mayor’s Show

Bassfords Recreation Ground Marshalls Road, Raunds, United Kingdom

From 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.

Free
Event Series St Matthew’s Church

St Matthew’s Church

Northampton Market Square, United Kingdom

The building was designed by a local architect, Matthew Henry Holding (1846-1910) in 13th century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew's Day in 1891 and the church was dedicated in 1893 on St Matthew's Day, 21 September. Father Walter Hussey second vicar at St Matthew’s commissioned, an outstanding succession of fine works of art. Moore's sculpture ... Read More

Free
Event Series The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre

The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre

The Deco Theatre Abington Square, Northampton, United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Paint Party

Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United Kingdom

Come 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, Northampton, United Kingdom

Join 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

£20

Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club

Royal and Derngate 19-21 Guildhall Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Don’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

£17
Event Series Longthorpe Tower Tour

Longthorpe Tower Tour

Longthorpe Tower Thorpe Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire,, United Kingdom

Longthorpe 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

Walk With the Rangers

Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, Oundle, United Kingdom

During 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

£5

Stanwick Lakes Autumn Run

Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

We 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

£12 – £23

DIY Sustainability Workshops at the Nene Wetlands- Simple Swaps to Reduce Plastic

Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Join 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

Event Series Crusader Community Boating – River Nene

Crusader Community Boating – River Nene

Beckets Park , United Kingdom

Discover 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

Northampton Classic Bus Rally and Running Day

Northampton Market Square, United Kingdom

A 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

Free

Heritage Family Fun Day

Rushden Lakes Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Heritage 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...

Free

R.H.W.R. Diesel Driver Experience

Rushden Station John Clark Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

We 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

£195

Northampton Classic Bus Rally and Running Day

Northampton Market Square, United Kingdom

A 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

Event Series Hunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort

Hunsbury Iron Age Hill Fort

Northampton Market Square, United Kingdom

Hunsbury 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

Free

Peterborough Italian Festival

Cathedral Square, Church Street, Peterborough, PE1 1XH , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series St Matthew’s Church

St Matthew’s Church

Northampton Market Square, United Kingdom

The building was designed by a local architect, Matthew Henry Holding (1846-1910) in 13th century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew's Day in 1891 and the church was dedicated in 1893 on St Matthew's Day, 21 September. Father Walter Hussey second vicar at St Matthew’s commissioned, an outstanding succession of fine works of art. Moore's sculpture ... Read More

Free

Peterborough Cathedral – Upper Levels and Tower Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

Explore 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.  

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Musical Summer Sundays

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Today 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 Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

An 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

£24.50

The Everly Brothers & Friends Tribute Show

Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, United Kingdom

The 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

£21.50

Kim Wilde: Greatest Hits Tour

Royal and Derngate 19-21 Guildhall Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Following 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

£31 – £38
Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Open Water Swimming

Open Water Swimming

Ferry Meadows, Overton Bank, Ham Lane, PETERBOROUGH, PE2 5UU , United Kingdom

We 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

£6.50
Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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

Event Series Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral Highlights Tour

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

The 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