St Pegas Church and Medieval Wall Paintings – Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

14th Century wall paintings are the most striking feature of Peakirk church, but its fabric dates from the early 11th to 15th century. Join us for stories of Anglo-Saxon rivalries and misdeeds behind its founding. Guided tours are also available. The most striking feature of St Pegas Church is its extensive 14th century wall paintings, including a passion sequence and … Read More

St Peter’s Church Northampton – Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

Enjoy the beautiful Romanesque architecture of this beautiful grade 1 listed building in the heart of historic Northampton. The active Friends group will welcome you to our historic church with guides and activities. Marefair, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SR

St Peter’s Church Northampton – Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

Enjoy the beautiful Romanesque architecture of this beautiful grade 1 listed building in the heart of historic Northampton. The active Friends group will welcome you to our historic church with guides and activities. Marefair, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SR

St Peter’s Church Northampton – Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

Enjoy the beautiful Romanesque architecture of this beautiful grade 1 listed building in the heart of historic Northampton. The active Friends group will welcome you to our historic church with guides and activities. Marefair, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SR

Lyveden – Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

Intriguing Elizabethan lodge and moated garden. Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age. Begun by Sir Thomas Tresham to symbolise his Catholic faith, Lyveden remains incomplete. There are tranquil moats, viewing terraces and an Elizabethan orchard to explore, as well as an enigmatic garden lodge covered in religious symbols. The full … Read More

Lyveden – Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

Intriguing Elizabethan lodge and moated garden. Set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire, Lyveden is a remarkable survivor of the Elizabethan age. Begun by Sir Thomas Tresham to symbolise his Catholic faith, Lyveden remains incomplete. There are tranquil moats, viewing terraces and an Elizabethan orchard to explore, as well as an enigmatic garden lodge covered in religious symbols. The full … Read More

Heritage Family Fun Day

Adrian Oates

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…

Walk With the Rangers

Adrian Oates

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

Mayerling (Royal Opera House – Broadcast)

Adrian Oates

Inspired by dark and gripping real life events, this Royal Ballet classic depicts the sexual and morbid obsessions of Crown Prince Rudolf leading to the murder-suicide scandal with his mistress Mary Vetsera. The oppressive glamour of the Austro-Hungarian court in the 1880s sets the scene for a suspenseful drama of psychological and political intrigue as Rudolf fixates on his mortality. … Read More

Madama Butterfly (Royal Opera House – Broadcast)

Adrian Oates

The Royal Opera (12A) Sung in Italian with English subtitles  Recorded screening.  ‘Love cannot kill: it brings new life.’ On a starlit night in Nagasaki, these are the words spoken by American soldier Pinkerton to young geisha Cio-Cio-San. But as they both learn, words and promises carelessly spoken can have indelible consequences. With a score that includes Butterfly’s aria, ‘Un … Read More