Events Calendar

Children’s Fused Glass Workshop

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join June from Semperart at this workshop, especially for children to make their own unique fused glass. During the session you will * Develop a design that June has created especially for this workshop, you can choose to make either a dragonfly or a butterfly. * Choose a variety of coloured glass to create your design There are two workshops at 10:30 ... Read More

£15

Treewilder

Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, Oundle, United Kingdom

Treewilder is an exhibition of site-responsive interventions, sculptures and video work set in Barnwell Country Park aiming to encourage visitors to explore the woodland space throughout autumn and winter. Guest curated by Angela Kingston, the exhibition features work by Denise de Cordova, Delaine Le Bas, Kim L Pace, Jennet Thomas, Danny Treacy, and Johannes Zits. Suggestive of both the words ... Read More

Free

February Drop in Crafts at Summer Leys

Summer Leys , United Kingdom

Throughout February half term we will be running a variety of drop-in crafts at our Summer Leys visitor centre. Pop by to get involved and create a wildlife craft to take home with you! Sessions will be running 10:30am-3pm on the following dates: Saturday 11th February- Owl Pellet Dissection: Come along to have a look at our range of skulls and bones ... Read More

February half-term: The Big Thaw

Peterborough Museum Priestgate, Peterborough, United Kingdom

Oh no! The Ice Age collection has defrosted! Can you help us hunt down what ancient creature has been brought back from extinction? Using the clues it left behind in the museum galleries, looking at fossils and doing science experiments, figure out which Ice Age animal has escaped – fun for all the family to enjoy! Make your vert own ... Read More

Free – £39

Threads Throughout Creation Exhibition: Jacqui Parkinson Textiles

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

Jacqui Parkinson returns to the Cathedral to showcase her stunning exhibition, 'Threads Throughout Creation'. The exhibition includes 12 large vibrant panels telling the Genesis story. Her previous exhibition Threads Throughout Revelation was exhibited at 14 other cathedrals across the UK between 2016-2018 and viewed by up to 1 million people! Here's what The Very Revd Professor Dr Gordon McPhate - Dean ... Read More

Strictly Ballroom The Musical

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

Based on Baz Luhrmann’s award-winning worldwide film phenomenon, Strictly Ballroom: The Musical is heading to Northampton as part of a brand-new UK and Ireland tour starring Strictly Come Dancing favourite Kevin Clifton and BBC’s Eastenders’ Maisie Smith! Directed and co-choreographed by Britain’s best loved TV Judge, Craig Revel Horwood, Strictly Ballroom: The Musical follows arrogant, rebellious young ballroom dancer, Scott Hastings (Kevin Clifton). When his radical and daring dance style sees him fall out ... Read More

‘Try before you buy’ Optics Event at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

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

Your chance to ask an expert about all things optics and try out an extended range of models from the Opticron range, in the wonderful setting of the Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve.

Willow Weaving (Obelisks) at Summer Leys

Summer Leys , United Kingdom

Join to weave a willow obelisk to take home with you, perfect for training climbing plants up, all in the beautiful setting of Summer Leys nature reserve. Booking essential- spaces are limited so please book now to secure your place Suitable for adults (12+) Beginners welcome Weaving can be surprisingly physical work, so some strength in the hands is required ... Read More

£34 – £40

Indian block Printing – Beginners Workshop

One this half day workshop you will work with local multi-media artist Melanie Missin-Keating. This is an introduction to Indian Block Printing, it really is quite easy to do and creates fabulous results. They can be used on fabrics, papers, clothes and much more.  You will be using genuine Indian blocks and some that  Melanie designed which are hand carved ... Read More

Romans in the Nene Valley Talk

Nene Park , United Kingdom

Join Prof. Stephen Upex MCIfA. FSA. for an enlightening evening talk about the Romans of the Nene Valley. Stephen will talk about his new book covering topics such as military presence, forts, villas, farmsteads, religion and burials along with the important Roman town of Durobrivae with it's sprawling industrial suburbs. Stephen has Excavated, written about, and researched the area for ... Read More

Summer Leys Wildlife Wander

Join our knowledgeable volunteers as they take you for a guided walk around Summer Leys nature reserve, to explore this beautiful wetland site and learn more about the reserve and the array of wildlife that calls it home. Please ensure you wear suitable outdoor footwear and clothing, appropriate for the weather. Please note paths can get quite muddy during winter. ... Read More

Jersey Boys

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

The Internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys is working its way back to Northampton! This smash hit musical has won 65 major awards and has been seen by over 27 million people worldwide. They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough ... Read More

Meat Loaf by Candlelight

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

Join us for an incredible night of Meat Loaf anthems, performed in the beautiful Peterborough Cathedral by candlelight. Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the West End production of 'Bat Out of Hell', accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience the ultimate tribute to Meat Loaf as you have never heard before. This concert ... Read More

The Fast Show

Santa Pod , United Kingdom

With Saturday Night Special RWYB on 25th March & Weekend Camping Welcome to The Fast Show at Santa Pod Raceway, the first performance and modified car event on the calendar. Featuring huge club stand displays, Run What Ya Brung, Sports Compact Drag Racing, Drift Rides, Stunt Displays, Jet Car, Trade Village, Caterers, Fun Fair Rides and much more. There’s something ... Read More

Willow Weaving Workshop

Nene Park , United Kingdom

This is a beginners workshop to introduce you to the wonderful world of willow. Join Martin from Rutland Willow as he takes you through the techniques you need to create 3 pieces of work starting small and working up to this beautiful Dragonfly There are two sessions starting at 10:00 and 13:00. Minimum Age: 16yrs + Meeting point: Discovery Den Cost: £25.00pp Book

Alpaca Workshop

Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

Have you ever wanted to learn about Alpacas? We have the perfect experience for you. Visit to the Chester House Estate and take part in an Alpaca Husbandry Workshop led by Easton Way Farm. In the alpaca husbandry workshop, you will learn all things about alpacas! Firstly, you will start off with a quiz to see how much you already know and then we ... Read More

Classic Car Day

Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

The first ever Classic Car Day comes to the Chester House Estate, for a whole day of discovering your favourite Classic Cars! Surrounded by 85 acres of historic landscape, a range of the greatest Classic Cars will be displayed around the site with the knowledgeable owners on hand for any questions you may have about the incredible cars. Do you have a ... Read More

Forest School – Chester House

Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

We have a fantastic offering this May half term to connect with nature, working with Muddy Boots! Forest School for 18 months - 5 years (Tuesday 30th May 2023 and Friday 2nd June 2023) Learn how to build a Teddy Bear Shelter, make a mess in the muddy kitchen, connect with a sensory nature activity and much more. This forest ... Read More

PODS presents ‘Sister Act’ the Musical

Peterborough Cathedral , United Kingdom

Fresh from the success of Shrek and Elf, PODS are back and raising their voices with a fabulous performance of Sister Act. Fresh off the success of Shrek and Elf, PODS are back and raising their voices as they deliver a fabulous performance of the hit musical extravaganza, Sister Act. Sister Act is a stirring and joyful musical based on ... Read More

Event Series Pond Dipping – What lurks beneath?

Pond Dipping – What lurks beneath?

Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, Oundle, United Kingdom

Where: Barnwell Country Park When:  Wednesday 31st May 2023 10:15am - 11:15am and 11:30am - 12:30pm Cost:     £15 per family (2 adults and 3 children max) Suitable for children aged 4+ (Must be accompanied by an adult) Booking essential via Eventbrite Northampton, United Kingdom Barnwell Country Park Events | Eventbrite Car parking charges apply    

£15
Event Series Pond Dipping – What lurks beneath?

Pond Dipping – What lurks beneath?

Barnwell Country Park Barnwell Road, Oundle, United Kingdom

Where: Barnwell Country Park When:  Wednesday 31st May 2023 10:15am - 11:15am and 11:30am - 12:30pm Cost:     £15 per family (2 adults and 3 children max) Suitable for children aged 4+ (Must be accompanied by an adult) Booking essential via Eventbrite Northampton, United Kingdom Barnwell Country Park Events | Eventbrite Car parking charges apply    

£15

Basketball Tournament – Oundle School Sports Centre

Oundle School Common Room, Milton Road, Oundle, United Kingdom

Get ready to showcase your skills and compete against some of the best teams in town in our upcoming basketball tournament! Here are the details you need to know: 5v5 format, with teams allowed to have more than 5 players for substitutions and rotations League setup with top placed teams entering playoffs. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of 5 ... Read More

Dragstalgia

Santa Pod , United Kingdom

A vintage lifestyle weekend dedicated to race cars, bikes and hot rods from a bygone era. Enjoy Championship racing with the headlining Cannonball class for supercharged nitro and alcohol fuelled Altereds and Funny Cars, period correct Gasser Circus, invited historic bikes and lots more. See vehicles from Santa Pod’s illustrious history return to the strip. Plus live music*, Jet Car, ... Read More

https://santapodtickets.com/p/dragstalgia

21st Century ABBA LIVE

Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

Following on from last year’s hugely successful and  sell out shows, this is an evening of hit after hit with songs you know and love from Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, Super Trouper and many, many more. 21st Century ABBA faithfully recreates all the greatest hits of one of the world’s most famous group combining stunning vocals, ... Read More

21st Century Queen LIVE

Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

Prepare for the concert of a lifetime as 21st Century Queen recreates many of the bands best known and loved hits including We Will Rock You, Radio Ga Ga, and possibly the best known single of all time Bohemian Rhapsody. Performing hit after hit of arguably the greatest rock band’s of all time and combining stunning vocals and live musicians, 21st Century Queen promises ... Read More

£18 – £75

Ultimate Street Car

USC at Santa Pod Raceway is the Largest, Loudest, Hottest and Fastest modified car festival in Europe featuring Run What Ya Brung public track time, Drag Racing, Music*, Club Camping, Traders, Show & Shine, Drifting, Stunts Displays, Jet Car and much more. It's the UK's most extreme Car Show.

https://santapodtickets.com/p/ultimatestreetcar

NOS – Barton Hall Hotel – The Orangery

Eleven artists come together to take NOS back ‘home’ for a pop up one day event. Filled with a varied mix of media and technique from ceramics to painting, glass to illustration, this beautiful setting takes us back to where it all once began.

Free

Northampton Castle Guided Walks

Visit the site of Northampton Castle and its surrounds. Hear about the many major events that took place here. Your guide will tell you the history of the site prior to the castle and of the advent and building of the castle, which became one of the largest and most important castles in England. A site of strategic and military ... Read More

Lunchtime Talks – Costume Stories from the Nene Valley

Discover Northamptonshire Hub Rushden Lakes, Rushden

Come along to this informative talk at the Discover Northamptonshire Hub at Rushden Lakes from fashion historian Sharn Matthews! This talk will go into detail about the types of clothing worn throughout the centuries within the Nene Valley, as well as highlighting the museum collections at Peterborough, Oundle and Northampton. Tickets cost £2.50, and include a hot drink.

Magnificent Mosaic

Nene Park Trust , United Kingdom

Come along to learn about the magnificent roman mosaic found close to Ketton, Rutland. Jim Irvine will speak about how he found the mosaic and the process of what happened next. Lakeside meeting room, Nene Outdoors, Ham Lane , PETERBOROUGH, PE2 5UU Book via the Nene Park Trust Website.

£5
Event Series The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway

The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway

Santa Pod , United Kingdom

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.

£38
Event Series 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

Event Series The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway

The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway

Santa Pod , United Kingdom

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.

£38

Old Black Lion Tours

St Peter's Church Church Street, Irthlingborough, United Kingdom

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

Event Series 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

Apple and Ale – Food Festival

Lyveden Near Oundle, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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.

Free
Event Series Canons Ashby Open Day

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

Free

Canoe 2 Nene Valley Festival Offer

canoe2 The Boathouse, Rushden Lakes, United Kingdom

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

Jeyes of Earls Barton Open Day

Jeyes 26-28 The Square, Earls Barton, United Kingdom

Jeyes of Earls Barton will be open all weekend and welcoming Northampton Transport Heritage Buses. Jump on to one of their traditional buses and stop off at various local attractions across the county. Jeyes of Earls Barton will be open all weekend for you to shop, lunch and explore. We have an award winning coffee shop, gift and toy shops, ... 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

Free
Event Series The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway

The FIA European Finals @ Santa Pod Raceway

Santa Pod , United Kingdom

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.

£38

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

Everything Food & Drink @ Rushden Lakes

Rushden Lakes Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Come and join us for our next Everything Food and Drink event at the beautiful Rushden Lakes! on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September 2023, we will be taking over the central boulevard with an array of amazing stalls. We will have over 50 stalls of the ultimate shopping experience! With a huge amount of trade stands selling a whole ... Read More

Heritage Bus Services

George Row Northampton

Classic buses providing FREE heritage bus services in and around Northampton linking venues participating in Heritage Open Days and running short tours. Regular FREE bus services and short tours using classic buses and coaches running from the Town Centre on routes around Northampton and the local area serving many of the venues open to the public. Event Times Saturday 9 ... Read More

Event Series OPEN STUDIO – NOS

Northants Open Studio

Joy Norman, Mixed Media Artist - I will be holding an open studio event over three weekends in September as a member of Northants Open Studios, Rutland Open studios and the Leicester Textiles Festival. Venue: 8 Northfield Road, Blaby, Leicestershire LE8 4GU. Opening Weekends: September 9th/10th, 16th/17th and 23rd/23th from 10am to 4pm. I will also have work on display ... Read More

Free

Church of the Holy Sepulchre Open Day

Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Sheep Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2LY , United Kingdom

A national treasure, an icon of Northamptonshire and a building of international significance presents our visitors with the wow factor! The church has seen more than 150,000 visitors from around the world since 1982. Recent conservation of stained-glass windows and brilliant updating of the military ‘Soldiers Chapel’.

Free

Exploring the Wildlife, Heritage and Culture at Stanwick Lakes

Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United Kingdom

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

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.