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Nene Valley Festival
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The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
Santa Pod’s most prestigious Drag Racing event featuring over 250 of Europe’s finest teams. Witness the awesome power of 300mph Top Fuel Dragsters, 200mph Drag Bikes and over 20 supporting classes. See the famous Jet Car, Monster Trucks, stunt shows, static displays, air displays, traders and more. Camping available onsite so come for the weekend.
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St. John the Baptist Church, Kingsthorpe Open Day
11th / 12th Century Church, with displays outlining it’s history and “The Chained Library” on show. Address: St. John the Baptist Church, The Green, Kingsthorpe NN2 6QD
St Matthew’s Church Tour
The building was designed by local architect Matthew Henry Holding in 13th Century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew’s Day in 1891. The church was dedicated on St Matthew’s Day two years later, 21 September 1893. Artworks include Henry Moore’s Madonna and Graham Sutherland’s Crucifixion. Address: St Matthew’s Church, St Matthew’s Parade, Northampton, NN2 7HF
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
Santa Pod’s most prestigious Drag Racing event featuring over 250 of Europe’s finest teams. Witness the awesome power of 300mph Top Fuel Dragsters, 200mph Drag Bikes and over 20 supporting classes. See the famous Jet Car, Monster Trucks, stunt shows, static displays, air displays, traders and more. Camping available onsite so come for the weekend.
St Matthew’s Church Tour
St Matthew’s Church Tour
The building was designed by local architect Matthew Henry Holding in 13th Century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew’s Day in 1891. The church was dedicated on St Matthew’s Day two years later, 21 September 1893. Artworks include Henry Moore’s Madonna and Graham Sutherland’s Crucifixion. Address: St Matthew’s Church, St Matthew’s Parade, Northampton, NN2 7HF
Old Black Lion Tours
Old Black Lion Tours
There will be 4 public tours, each lasting one hour, of the Old Black Lion site on Marefair in Northampton. Each tour is limited to a maximum of 10 people so booking is required. Neighbouring St Peter’s Church should also be open to the public at this time
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Canons Ashby Open Day
Visit Canons Ashby to enjoy the beautiful gardens, the historic house, the medieval church, and join our volunteers for short pop-up talks about the creative people from our place’s history. Whilst you’re here, pop into the shop to collect a souvenir or treat yourself in the tearoom to a cream tea or a light lunch. Free entry on these days ... Read More
Apple and Ale – Food Festival
Join us for Lyveden’s first Apple and Ale Festival, discover producers of local ciders, beers and other foody delights. Discover local ciders, beers, and other foody treats at Lyveden's first Apple and Ale Festival. Take a volunteer-led tour of Thomas Tresham's garden and buy heritage-variety apples from Lyveden's own orchard.
Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum
Get your steam and diesel loco fix here! The museum is home to a collection of exhibits and artefacts, along with many other interesting displays. Address: Irchester Country Park, Irchester NN29 7DL
Canoe 2 Nene Valley Festival Offer
Canoe 2 are delighted to be supporting the Nene Valley Festival. To celebrate, this year we have some offers for the 9-day festival! OFFER LIVE THROUGHOUT THE Nene Valley Festival 20% Off standard Canoe/Kayak/Paddleboard/Pedalo & Katakanu Hire, getting on the water 9th to 17th September inclusive Whether it’s half an hour on a pedalo, half-day Kayak Hire, a trip to ... Read More
Canons Ashby Open Day
Visit Canons Ashby to enjoy the beautiful gardens, the historic house, the medieval church, and join our volunteers for short pop-up talks about the creative people from our place’s history. Whilst you’re here, pop into the shop to collect a souvenir or treat yourself in the tearoom to a cream tea or a light lunch. Free entry on these days ... Read More
Higham Ferrers Horticultural Show
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Our show is open to everyone, young and old, beginners and experienced producers. You don't have to live in Higham Ferrers to take part – all entries are very welcome. Some classes will be just for fun and some for those who take their produce far more seriously; classes for vegetables, fruit, flowers, floral art, cakes ... Read More
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
Santa Pod’s most prestigious Drag Racing event featuring over 250 of Europe’s finest teams. Witness the awesome power of 300mph Top Fuel Dragsters, 200mph Drag Bikes and over 20 supporting classes. See the famous Jet Car, Monster Trucks, stunt shows, static displays, air displays, traders and more. Camping available onsite so come for the weekend.
Archives and heritage building tour and 1970s Northampton promo film
Archives and heritage building tour and 1970s Northampton promo film
There will be three tours of the archive building, also demonstrations of what activities go on behind the scenes with selection of archives for preservation, digitising large material, and conserving the documents to preserve them for future use. These need to be booked in advance. Tours will run at 9:15am, 10:30am and 11:45am and will be limited to 12 participants ... Read More
Brixworth All Saints Church
Brixworth All Saints Church
Oldest church north of the Alps in continuous use Supporting Ride and Stride, the church is a leading example of early Anglo-Saxon architecture. The heritage centre will also be open and serving light refreshments.
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Northamptonshire Heritage Fair
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery, Abington Park Museum, Chester House Estate. This year we are expanding the Heritage Fair over three venues. Abington Park Museum has been a regular host of the fair and the two newly opened venues of Northampton Museum & Art Gallery and Chester House Estate will co-host. We aim to bring you a greater number of ... Read More
Apple and Ale – Food Festival
Join us for Lyveden’s first Apple and Ale Festival, discover producers of local ciders, beers and other foody delights. Discover local ciders, beers, and other foody treats at Lyveden's first Apple and Ale Festival. Take a volunteer-led tour of Thomas Tresham's garden and buy heritage-variety apples from Lyveden's own orchard.
Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum
Get your steam and diesel loco fix here! The museum is home to a collection of exhibits and artefacts, along with many other interesting displays. Address: Irchester Country Park, Irchester NN29 7DL
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway
Santa Pod’s most prestigious Drag Racing event featuring over 250 of Europe’s finest teams. Witness the awesome power of 300mph Top Fuel Dragsters, 200mph Drag Bikes and over 20 supporting classes. See the famous Jet Car, Monster Trucks, stunt shows, static displays, air displays, traders and more. Camping available onsite so come for the weekend.
Jeyes of Earls Barton Special Bus Tours
Jeyes of Earls Barton Special Bus Tours
Northamptonshire’s Transport Heritage will be running special bus tours to Jeyes, so why not pop along to visit, have lunch and take the opportunity to explore this delightful apothecary. No booking required.
Exploring the Wildlife, Heritage and Culture at Stanwick Lakes
Exploring the Wildlife, Heritage and Culture at Stanwick Lakes
A weekend of activities at Stanwick Lakes as part of the Nene Valley Festival, including: -Nature Detectives -Nature-themed Kids Crafts -The Big Bronze Age Boat Build -Guild of Spinners, Weavers & Dyers -Bronze Age Living History -Bifrost Guard Viking Camp -Iron Age Roundhouse Settlement -Heritage Garden Open Days -Northants Open Studios -Northants Recipes -Made in Northants Local Produce -Artisan Stalls ... Read More
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Abington Church with a link to William Shakespeare!
Abington Church with a link to William Shakespeare!
The historic church will be open for visitors to look around. Some parts of the church date back to 1200 and it has a connection to the Bard! Abington church stands in Abington Park. Visitors will be able to look around inside. No booking required.
Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Northampton Open Day
Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Northampton Open Day
The church with a link to William Shakespeare! The historic church will be open for visitors to look around. Some parts of the church date back to 1200 and it has a connection to the Bard! Abington church stands in Abington Park. Visitors will be able to look around inside. Address: Church of St Peter & St Paul, Park Avenue ... Read More
An Evening with Nick Penny
An Evening with Nick Penny
As part of the Nene Valley Festival, we are delighted to be welcoming Northamptonshire author Nick Penny to Lamport for a talk and book signing. Nick Penny will talk about his new book Call of the Kingfisher, which reminds us of the magic and importance of connecting with nature. The author has walked beside the River Nene at Oundle for ... Read More
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Willow Weaving at The Wildlife Trust’s Community Garden
Willow Weaving at The Wildlife Trust’s Community Garden
Join The Wildlife Trust BCN at our community garden at Rushden Lakes to weave a willow obelisk to take home with you, perfect for training climbing plants up. Booking essential- spaces are limited so please book now to secure your place We recommend this event for ages 8+, please bear in mind this can be challenging for children and you ... Read More
The Old Savoy Theatre Open Days
The Old Savoy Theatre Open Days
Come and visit the town’s re-born art deco entertainment venue. A hidden gem, the Old Savoy 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. No booking required.
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St Matthews Church Tour
The building was designed by local architect Matthew Henry Holding in 13th Century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew’s Day in 1891. The church was dedicated on St Matthew’s Day two years later, 21 September 1893. Artworks include Henry Moore’s Madonna and Graham Sutherland’s Crucifixion. Address: St Matthew’s Church, St Matthew’s Parade, Northampton, NN2 7HF
78 Derngate Heritage Open Days
78 Derngate Heritage Open Days
The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House Experience a 30-minute guided tour of The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House at 78 Derngate and see original features among some astonishing and unique interiors in an ordinary Georgian house made extraordinary by the world-renowned Glaswegian architect, artist and designer. Address: The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House, 78 Derngate, Northampton, NN1 1UH
78 Derngate Heritage Open Days
78 Derngate Heritage Open Days
The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House Experience a 30-minute guided tour of The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House at 78 Derngate and see original features among some astonishing and unique interiors in an ordinary Georgian house made extraordinary by the world-renowned Glaswegian architect, artist and designer. Address: The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House, 78 Derngate, Northampton, NN1 1UH
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Apple and Ale – Food Festival
Join us for Lyveden’s first Apple and Ale Festival, discover producers of local ciders, beers and other foody delights. Discover local ciders, beers, and other foody treats at Lyveden's first Apple and Ale Festival. Take a volunteer-led tour of Thomas Tresham's garden and buy heritage-variety apples from Lyveden's own orchard.
The Blisworth Tapestry and a heritage walk
We are displaying the Blisworth Tapestry (a large tapestry sited in the Baptist Chapel Coffee House) which details the history of Blisworth from Roman times. We are mounting a Heritage display (Blisworth is an exceptionally well-documented village) and will be offering a heritage walk around the village. Booking is not required for our activities. We will have a children's activity ... Read More
Crusader Boats
Discover the River Nene in Northampton The two-hour river trip will start from Becket’s 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 welcome. Address: Crusader Boats, Becket’s Park, Northampton NN1 5NL
Model Weekend
Join us at Rushden Railway Station and Goods Shed for our annual Model Weekend. The Goods Shed will be full of a selection of models including running model railways of different types, boats, car and more. Our Pacer train will be running trips every 45 mins from 11am - 3.30pm The Buffet Carriage will be open for sandwiches, cakes and ... Read More
Raunds Saturday Market
Raunds Saturday Market
Raunds Town Council brings you the Raunds Saturday Market on the Town Square with a variety of stalls and free entertainment including live singer.
Dress for Battle at Longthorpe Tower
Dress for Battle at Longthorpe Tower
Over a two hour tour, in a smaller group, visitors will be able to discover in more detail about medieval costume and even try a few items of clothing on if they wish! Our Dressing for Battle & Court day will focus on medieval armour and arms and reveal the many layers of medieval ladies’ dress from the hose to ... Read More
Nene Valley Youth Rangers
Nene Valley Youth Rangers
Join The Wildlife Trust BCN for our next Youth Rangers session where we will be getting stuck into some practical conservation work at Summer Leys. Booking required. This event is suitable for ages 11+. For safety purposes, young people must be accompanied by an adult (first accompanying adult free), and we encourage you to get involved in the fun! Please ... Read More
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Apple and Ale – Food Festival
Join us for Lyveden’s first Apple and Ale Festival, discover producers of local ciders, beers and other foody delights. Discover local ciders, beers, and other foody treats at Lyveden's first Apple and Ale Festival. Take a volunteer-led tour of Thomas Tresham's garden and buy heritage-variety apples from Lyveden's own orchard.
Made in Northants Fair
Free to enter local producer's fair with stalls full of crafts, jewelery, housewares, plush items, handcrafted food & drinks, and much more. A chance to see local talent and support our community's makers.
Earls Barton Soap Box Derby
Earls Barton Soap Box Derby
This years Soap Box Derby is themes Hero and Villians! A great family day out for a unique experience in the bustling village.
Delapré Abbey Heritage Open Days
Delapré Abbey Heritage Open Days
Sunday 10th September & Sunday 17th September 11am-4pm Self-guided entry to the Abbey: £8, under 18s free Tours: free* Explore 900 years of exciting and turbulent history at Delapré Abbey. Our friendly staff and volunteers will be guiding you around, sharing the history of the House and its grounds. Reminisce on the history of the Abbey’s picturesque gardens with ... Read More
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Art on The Square
As part of Northants open studios, Earls Barton Church Hall will be opening its doors to exhibit the work of nine talented local artists. The exhibition will be held on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th September between 10am and 4pm. refreshments will be available
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