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7 events,
Children’s Fused Glass Workshop
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
Treewilder
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
February Drop in Crafts at Summer Leys
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
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
Threads Throughout Creation Exhibition: Jacqui Parkinson Textiles
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
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
Nature Tots
Nature Tots
A fun monthly outdoor parent and toddler group with a nature theme. Each session will include a messy craft activity, time to explore the beautiful outdoors, story and song time. The session will take place mostly outside, so please dress for the weather.
6 events,
‘Try before you buy’ Optics Event at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre
‘Try before you buy’ Optics Event at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre
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.
6 events,
Willow Weaving (Obelisks) at Summer Leys
Willow Weaving (Obelisks) at Summer Leys
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
5 events,
Indian block Printing – Beginners Workshop
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
5 events,
Romans in the Nene Valley Talk
Romans in the Nene Valley Talk
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
4 events,
Summer Leys Wildlife Wander
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
3 events,
Jersey Boys
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
4 events,
Meat Loaf by Candlelight
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
5 events,
The Fast Show
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
Willow Weaving Workshop
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
4 events,
Alpaca Workshop
Alpaca Workshop
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