St Margaret’s Church Fletton

Adrian Oates

Saxon Stones, the interior of a wonderful church, family history display, weddings through time display, archival display, Life of the Church display. This is a chance to see inside St. Margarets church and look at the Saxon Stones. There will be members of the congregation on hand to guide you through the displays. Trace your family history. Absorb the wonderful … Read More

“Medieval Gardens, including the Monastery Garden”

Adrian Oates

This is an invitation to join us for an illustrated talk by Michael Brown. The talk begins at 2 pm in the visitor centre but Michael will be in our heritage garden to show you around from 1 pm and you can also get refreshments from our cafe. The event is free, but admission is by ticket only. Book early … Read More

Bloomin’ Marvellous: An Exploration of Floral Art Through the Centuries

Adrian Oates

Artists have sought to capture the blooms of nature in all their beauty and decay from earliest times. This art form continues to inspire artists today. Inspired by an exhibition of works by members of the Northampton Botanical Arts Society at Abington Park Museum and following on from last summer’s very popular series on gardens in art, join us for … Read More

Bloomin’ Marvellous: An Exploration of Floral Art Through the Centuries

Adrian Oates

Artists have sought to capture the blooms of nature in all their beauty and decay from earliest times. This art form continues to inspire artists today. Inspired by an exhibition of works by members of the Northampton Botanical Arts Society at Abington Park Museum and following on from last summer’s very popular series on gardens in art, join us for … Read More

Bloomin’ Marvellous: An Exploration of Floral Art Through the Centuries

Adrian Oates

Artists have sought to capture the blooms of nature in all their beauty and decay from earliest times. This art form continues to inspire artists today. Inspired by an exhibition of works by members of the Northampton Botanical Arts Society at Abington Park Museum and following on from last summer’s very popular series on gardens in art, join us for … Read More

Bloomin’ Marvellous: An Exploration of Floral Art Through the Centuries

Adrian Oates

Artists have sought to capture the blooms of nature in all their beauty and decay from earliest times. This art form continues to inspire artists today. Inspired by an exhibition of works by members of the Northampton Botanical Arts Society at Abington Park Museum and following on from last summer’s very popular series on gardens in art, join us for … Read More

An introduction to the history of the Stanwick Lakes site

Adrian Oates

This is an invitation to join us for an illustrated talk by Neil Busby The talk begins at 2 pm in the visitor centre but Neill will be on the Mezzanine floor in the visitor centre from 1 pm to show you around our new heritage presentation, and you can also get refreshments from our cafe. The event is free, … Read More

Northampton Classic Bus Rally and Running Day

Adrian Oates

A display of classic buses on the Market Square and regular FREE bus services using classic buses and coaches running from Drapery on routes in Northampton and the surrounding area. There will also be some sales stalls with transport related items. A selection of classic local and regional buses and coaches will be on display, some of which will run … Read More

Northampton Heritage Fair at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery.

Adrian Oates

A wide variety of exhibits, displays and demonstrations covering many different local subjects. Love Northampton .then come and see a little of what we have to offer. Now in its 20th year, the Northampton Heritage Fair aims to be bigger and better than ever! Join us at the recently opened and totally revamped Northampton Museum & Art Gallery where there … Read More

Church of the Holy Sepulchre – Heritage ICON Conservations and Outcomes of Unique Conservation

Adrian Oates

The world famous Holy Sepulchre Church 1100 AD has so much to interest our many visitors with oceans of conservation and recent research that now enhances and expands our Visitor Experience…a not to miss Heritage Open Day! Northampton’s oldest standing building offers so much to see in history and militaria down the centuries. With the Northampton castle having stood for … Read More