Events Calendar
21st Century ABBA LIVE
Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United KingdomFollowing 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 KingdomPrepare 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
Euro Finals
Santa Pod , United KingdomSanta 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.
I Spy Northampton Town Centre Heritage Quiz Trail
A heritage trail around Northampton town centre with a quiz and a prize for the lucky winner! Visit the Central Library in Abington Street, collect a Northampton heritage trail map and guide and take a self-guided walk around the town centre, taking in some of Northampton's important heritage buildings and answering some questions about the sites you espy!
The Church Northampton/ St Johns The Baptist & St Johns the Evangelist Tours
The Church will be open to the public during Heritage Week. Come and look inside this amazing 12th Century Grade 1 listed building and learn about some of its history and amazing architecture. St John The Baptist and St John The Evangelist is one of Northampton's oldest surviving buildings. It was opened in 1138 and in the 886 years since ... Read More
Discover 10,000 Years of History: A Landscape Tour and Family Heritage Trail at The Chester House Estate
As part of Heritage Open Days, this exclusive landscape tour and family heritage trail offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich and varied heritage of one of Northamptonshire’s most remarkable estates! The landscape tour will be led by a knowledgeable team who will bring the estate’s past to life. Capture breath-taking views of the Northamptonshire countryside and experience the ... Read More
The Old Savoy – Heritage Open Day
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
Nene Nursery Mocktails and Magic
Nene Park , United KingdomJoin us at our beautifully green and colourful community plant Nursery and have fun making your own mocktails, using fruit juices, tonics, herbs, botanicals and berries. A magician will also be amazing you with awe-inspiring tricks, so keep your eye out for them whilst also enjoying some horticultural and arts & crafts activities! Nene Nursery is an accessible space. Children ... Read More
Arts and Crafts Fair
Come and meet local exhibitors from Northamptonshire, browse our retail offer and local artwork. We will also be offering low cost crafts for the little ones to keep them entertained!
Performing Room Northampton – Heritage Tour
Explore the deep hidden history of our building. Step back in time to hear our story and discover how our heritage helped to create Northampton’s beautiful Culture Quarter through public exhibitions and immersive multimedia utilising VR technology. We have worked on a multimedia heritage project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to uncover and share the hidden history of ... Read More
Mayor’s Proms in the Park
rushden hallCome along to Proms in the Park, performed by Rushden Town Band. Please bring your own champagne, picnic, chairs and rug.
Queen by Candlelight
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomFeaturing a cast of West End Singers accompanied by an epic live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before. Direct from Carnegie Hall, New York and following a run of sell-out shows across the UK and Australia, join us for an incredible night of Queen Anthems, performed at Peterborough Cathedral, by candlelight. Featuring a cast of West End Singers ... Read More
Rise and Shine Yoga
Nene Park , United KingdomJoin Rise & Shine for some movement in nature every Sunday between 5th May and 8th September. Free classes take place between 9am and 10am, at Roman Point overlooking the tranquil Overton lake. Classes are designed for all abilities and bodies. If you'd like to know more you can find us on Instagram @riseandshineinnature, where we post all weather and teacher ... Read More
Stanwick Lakes Heritage Open Day
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomExplore 10,000 years of history at our Stanwick Lakes Heritage Open Day! From Neolithic to Medieval, and heritage crafts, there is something for everyone to discover. Get hands on with history and discover all about this incredible historical site! Celebrate heritage with the team at Stanwick Lakes!– “Sensational Settlers” theatre show at the Iron Age Settlement – travel through time ... Read More
Bark in the Park
Bring your furry friends to Bark in the Park in the Walled Garden, Hall Park, on Sunday 8th August from 10am - 4pm. The event is free to attend. Kindly sponsored by Gladwells Pet and Country Store. Enjoy a Hog Roast, charity & trade stalls, unique & specialist dog related stalls, refreshments, tombola and much more! £2 per entry for ... Read More
Delapré Abbey: Behind-the-Scenes Tours
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United KingdomHeritage Open Days is back at Delapré Abbey; explore 900 years of exciting and turbulent history. Our friendly staff and volunteers will be guiding you around the behind-the-scenes spaces, sharing the history of the House and its grounds. Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Delapré Abbey at 10:30am, 12:30pm, and 3pm. We will show you all of the nooks ... Read More
Northamptonshire Battlefields Society at Delapre Abbey
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United KingdomVisit the Northamptonshire Battlefields Society at the Coach House at Delapre Abbey on the 8th September to learn more about the County's violent history.
Classics on the Lawn
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United KingdomEntry £2, pre-book here If you would like to exhibit your classic car on the day then they’re offering pitches for £12.50 here Enjoy a day out for all the family with vintage, classic and specialist cars in the grounds of the historic Abbey. Alongside this the historic house will be open so that you can find out more about the Abbey’s ... Read More
Performing Room Northampton – Heritage Tour
Explore the deep hidden history of our building. Step back in time to hear our story and discover how our heritage helped to create Northampton’s beautiful Culture Quarter through public exhibitions and immersive multimedia utilising VR technology. We have worked on a multimedia heritage project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to uncover and share the hidden history of ... Read More
Music in the Park: Salvation Army Brass Band
Nene Park , United KingdomCome along to enjoy some music in the Park! The Salvation Army Brass Band will be playing some well-known hymns, marches and songs from the musicals outside the Visitor Centre in Ferry Meadows, so come along, relax and enjoy! Any donations collected during their performance will be kindly gifted to Nene Park Trust, going towards the upkeep and maintenance of ... Read More
Brass and Bliss Cream Tea with the Mayor
Enjoy an afternoon of music from the Nene Valley Community Band in the beautiful surroundings of Swanspool Gardens. The event is free to attend, but why not make it extra blissful and purchase a cream tea for £10 to help raise money for the Mayor’s chosen charities: Northamptonshire Heritage Forum & Friends of Swanspool Gardens. To book your Cream Tea ... Read More
Paint an Icon Retreat
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomYorkshire Icon School Presents an Icon painting retreat. A five day course for anyone who is looking to improve their mental and spiritual health. In recent times Icons have become more widely used and venerated in the western Church. They have a depth and power which draws one into a deeper prayer life. Icons, for all their newness in the ... Read More
Jeyes of Earls Barton
Jeyes 26-28 The Square, Earls Barton, United KingdomThe Jeyes Heritage collections recall the Victorian lives of Northampton brothers, Philadelphus, entrepreneur and John Jeyes, inventor of the world famous disinfectant, Jeyes Fluid. Philadelphus Jeyes, ‘Chymist and Druggist’ of 6 The Drapery in the heart of Northampton - one of the few remaining buildings to have survived The Great Fire of 1675. Explore the maze of museums and exhibitions ... Read More
Natural Minds
Natural Minds is time out for adults of all ages to take some active rest. Enjoy connecting with nature, meeting people and learning new skills. This month is all about ‘Shinrin Yoku’ – join us for a gentle forest bathing stroll. A morning of pure relaxation in the park as you fully immerse ourselves in all its natural wonder. £6.50 ... Read More
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Big night out. Big. HUGE. Pretty Woman: The Musical is finally embarking on a UK and Ireland tour – so make a date to see Hollywood’s ultimate rom-com, live on stage, when this smash-hit musical visits Royal & Derngate in September 2024. Once upon a time in the late ’80s, Vivian met Edward and her life changed forever. Be swept up in ... Read More
Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter of Jurassic Sea Creatures
Peterborough Museum Priestgate, Peterborough, United KingdomExplore the life and legacy of Mary Anning, the pioneering fossil hunter who unearthed the secrets of Jurassic sea creatures. Our captivating exhibition invites you to journey through Anning's remarkable discoveries that began along the coast of Lyme Regis. Learn how Anning's groundbreaking work challenged scientific thinking and paved the way for modern paleontology. Join us and be inspired by ... Read More
The Priestgate Vaults Tour
Peterborough Museum Priestgate, Peterborough, United KingdomTake part in a Vaults tour and venture down into the Museum’s cellars. Explore layers of history rarely seen by the public and hear the stories of the people who once lived and worked within the building. Brought to life through projections and characters from this buildings history, a tour of the vaults will take you through 500 years of ... Read More
The Marriage of Figaro
The Castle Theatre Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United KingdomCount Almaviva lives with his Countess on their estate near Seville. The Count has his eye on his wife’s maid Susanna, who is about to marry the Count’s servant, Figaro. Much to Figaro’s dismay, the Count plans to seduce Susanna on the night of the wedding. Meanwhile, Cherubino, the Count’s young page, has a crush on the Countess, but has ... Read More
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Big night out. Big. HUGE. Pretty Woman: The Musical is finally embarking on a UK and Ireland tour – so make a date to see Hollywood’s ultimate rom-com, live on stage, when this smash-hit musical visits Royal & Derngate in September 2024. Once upon a time in the late ’80s, Vivian met Edward and her life changed forever. Be swept up in ... Read More
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Big night out. Big. HUGE. Pretty Woman: The Musical is finally embarking on a UK and Ireland tour – so make a date to see Hollywood’s ultimate rom-com, live on stage, when this smash-hit musical visits Royal & Derngate in September 2024. Once upon a time in the late ’80s, Vivian met Edward and her life changed forever. Be swept up in ... Read More
Northamptonshire Film Archive Trust – Railways
Come and explore the history of Northamptonshire through film! The Northamptonshire Film Archive Trust will be presenting clips from 1930s – 1980s relating to Northamptonshire railways in on 12th September at the Chester House Estate. Doors open 1:30pm, presentations from 2pm. Admission is £6 per person including tea or coffee. Booking is essential – to book, visit the Chester House website ... Read More
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Big night out. Big. HUGE. Pretty Woman: The Musical is finally embarking on a UK and Ireland tour – so make a date to see Hollywood’s ultimate rom-com, live on stage, when this smash-hit musical visits Royal & Derngate in September 2024. Once upon a time in the late ’80s, Vivian met Edward and her life changed forever. Be swept up in ... Read More
Hot Rod Drags
Santa Pod , United KingdomNow celebrating the 36th annual Original Hot Rod Drags, supported by the NSRA. It’s a hot rod show at the race track! The usual, ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ formula with Pre ’73 RWYB, invited race classes, Wild Bunch, fireworks and much more. See you at the track. Camping available onsite so come for the weekend. Buy Tickets ... Read More
Guided Tours of 78 Derngate
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United KingdomA chance to go round the heritage house: the only architectural project of Mackintosh’s open to the public outside Scotland – and are given half hour guided tours. An ordinary Georgian terraced house made extraordinary, by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Multi-award winning 78 Derngate was the marital home of local businessman, WJ Bassett-Lowke between 1917-1926. He commissioned the famous Glaswegian architect, ... Read More
Talk: Spires, Squires, and Celebrations
Susan Copperwheat will be using unique stories & photography to show the humour & hidden aspects of Northants that we can all discover. Location: Discover Northamptonshire, Rushden Lakes, NN10 6FH Date: 13th September 2024 Time: Doors open at 5:45pm. Talk starts at 6pm and lasts approximately an hour. Tickets cost £5 and include a hot or cold drink of your ... Read More
Murder Mystery Evening: Til Death Do Us Part – a wedding with a twist…
Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United KingdomQuite possibly the shortest lived marriage in history, are you on the side of the bride or the groom? One thing is for sure, someone shouldn't have made it onto the guest list... Can you help find the culprit and end of the day with a happily ever after? A murder mystery evening in our stunning wedding venue, the Marquee, ... Read More
Northamptonshire’s Archaeological Resource Centre Open Day
Examine some of Northamptonshire's most remarkable archaeological artefacts and get hands-on with history through family-friendly activities, including the exciting opportunity to wash real artefacts! As part of Heritage Open Days, Northamptonshire's Archaeological Resource Centre (ARC) is hosting an ARC open day on Saturday 14th September from 10am - 4pm. For those with a particular interest in human history, the team ... Read More
Model Weekend
Rushden Goods Shed, John Clark Way, Rushden, NN10 0FW John Clark Way, RushdenCome along to the Rushden Railway Station and Goods Shed for the annual Model Weekend. The Goods Shed will be full of a selection of models including running model railways of different types, Lego displays, boats, car and more. Train rides will be running trips every 45 minutes from 11am – 3.30pm.
Crusader Community Boating – River Nene
Discover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 14th and 15th 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
Delapre Dogfest
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United KingdomJoin Delapre Abbey for a day of tail wagging fun. Fun activities include: • Fun dog show • Hay bale racing and games for dogs • Puppuccino bar • Dog trainer talks • Dog groomer talks • Flyball demonstrations • Kids activities and crafts • Artisan and craft market for dog lovers and all the family • Live music • ... Read More
The Priestgate Vaults Tour
Peterborough Museum Priestgate, Peterborough, United KingdomTake part in a Vaults tour and venture down into the Museum’s cellars. Explore layers of history rarely seen by the public and hear the stories of the people who once lived and worked within the building. Brought to life through projections and characters from this buildings history, a tour of the vaults will take you through 500 years of ... Read More
Lyveden’s Apple and Ale Fayre
Lyveden Lyveden, United KingdomJoin us a celebration of the fruitfulness of apple season. Meet local producers, try your hand at our apple-themed fair games and buy heritage-variety apples from Lyveden’s orchards. Meet local food producers, play apple games, take part in a free recipe trail and buy heritage-variety apples from Lyveden’s orchards. You can also take a free, volunteer-led tour of Thomas Tresham’s ... Read More
Longthorpe Tower by Candlelight
Longthorpe Tower Thorpe Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire,, United KingdomExperience Longthorpe Tower lit by the soft glow of candlelight and uncover the fascinating tales of this remarkable building through a guided tour led by costumed characters representing different eras in the Tower’s rich history. Meet characters from the illustrious Thorpe family who built the Tower and commissioned the remarkable wall paintings, and the Whittlebury family amidst the turbulence of ... Read More
Delapré Abbey: Behind-the-Scenes Tours
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United KingdomHeritage Open Days is back at Delapré Abbey; explore 900 years of exciting and turbulent history. Our friendly staff and volunteers will be guiding you around the behind-the-scenes spaces, sharing the history of the House and its grounds. Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Delapré Abbey at 10:30am, 12:30pm, and 3pm. We will show you all of the nooks ... Read More