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.

St. John the Baptist Church, Kingsthorpe Open Day

Adrian Oates

11th / 12th Century Church, with displays outlining it’s history and “The Chained Library” on show. Address: St. John the Baptist Church, The Green, Kingsthorpe NN2 6QD

St Matthew’s Church Tour

Adrian Oates

The building was designed by local architect Matthew Henry Holding in 13th Century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew’s Day in 1891. The church was dedicated on St Matthew’s Day two years later, 21 September 1893. Artworks include Henry Moore’s Madonna and Graham Sutherland’s Crucifixion. Address: St Matthew’s Church, St Matthew’s Parade, Northampton, NN2 7HF

Exploring the Wildlife, Heritage and Culture at Stanwick Lakes

Adrian Oates

A weekend of activities at Stanwick Lakes as part of the Nene Valley Festival, including: -Nature Detectives -Nature-themed Kids Crafts -The Big Bronze Age Boat Build -Guild of Spinners, Weavers & Dyers -Bronze Age Living History -Bifrost Guard Viking Camp -Iron Age Roundhouse Settlement -Heritage Garden Open Days -Northants Open Studios -Northants Recipes -Made in Northants Local Produce -Artisan Stalls … Read More

Delapré Abbey Heritage Open Days

Adrian Oates

Sunday 10th September & Sunday 17th September 11am-4pm Self-guided entry to the Abbey: £8, under 18s free Tours: free*   Explore 900 years of exciting and turbulent history at Delapré Abbey. Our friendly staff and volunteers will be guiding you around, sharing the history of the House and its grounds. Reminisce on the history of the Abbey’s picturesque gardens with … Read More

Concert in the Park

Adrian Oates

An afternoon of live music from Corby Silver band and vocalist Jennah with a range of vintage vehicles on display

Dress for Battle at Longthorpe Tower

Adrian Oates

Over a two hour tour, in a smaller group, visitors will be able to discover in more detail about medieval costume and even try a few items of clothing on if they wish! Our Dressing for Battle & Court day will focus on medieval armour and arms and reveal the many layers of medieval ladies’ dress from the hose to … Read More

Weedon Royal Ordnance Depot Open Day

Adrian Oates

Immerse yourself in the history of the 200-year-old Weedon Royal Ordnance Depot. Free entry to the Visitors Centre where our friendly volunteers are on hand to guide and inform you about the history of this fascinating place. On display there are many artefacts which give a wonderful insight into the history of the site and its operations from Napoleonic times … Read More

St Matthews Church Tour

Adrian Oates

The building was designed by local architect Matthew Henry Holding in 13th Century Gothic style. The foundation stone was laid on St Matthew’s Day in 1891. The church was dedicated on St Matthew’s Day two years later, 21 September 1893. Artworks include Henry Moore’s Madonna and Graham Sutherland’s Crucifixion. Address: St Matthew’s Church, St Matthew’s Parade, Northampton, NN2 7HF