Northants Open Studios Pop Up at Chester House

Adrian Oates

Pop Up Exhibition as part of the Northants Open Studios Art Festival across the County. Meet the artists and see a range of artworks ranging from photography, textiles, ceramics, collage and painting. Set within the beautiful Threshing Barn at Chester House, there’s sure to be something for everyone.

Nene Valley Youth Rangers

Adrian Oates

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

Earls Barton Soap Box Derby

Rickileigh Edwards

This years Soap Box Derby is themes Hero and Villians! A great family day out for a unique experience in the bustling village.

Higham Ferrers Horticultural Show

Adrian Oates

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

Model Weekend

Adrian Oates

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

Jeyes of Earls Barton Special Bus Tours

Adrian Oates

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.

Pond Dipping – What lurks beneath?

Adrian Oates

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    

February Half Term: Trail and Crafts – Ice Age Themed!

Adrian Oates

Looking for a cost effective way to keep the kids having fun this February half term? Come and join us at the Museum for some Ice Aged themed fun all the family can enjoy! No need to book, just drop in! The Trail: Set off round the museum, checking out all the galleries, on our popular Ice Age themed trail … Read More