Beginners Stained Glass

Adrian Oates

This two day introduction to the traditional method of stained glass construction will give you an insight into this ancient craft that dates back hundreds of years. There will be plenty of hands-on experience and you will be able to make either a traditional panel or put your own contemporary twist on this ancient craft. You will be fully guided … Read More

Breakfast Train Special

Adrian Oates

Combine the nostalgia of steam whilst enjoying your breakfast on board our First Class Carriages for that touch of traditional British luxury. Your breakfast will be served to your table as you enjoy your nostalgic steam journey. £25 pp Bacon Roll, Croissant with butter & jam, Danish Pastry, Tea/Coffee & Orange Juice £29 pp Bacon Roll, Croissant with butter & jam, … Read More

Crimes on Centre Court

Adrian Oates

Multi-award-winning New Old Friends are touring another dose of mirth, murder and mayhem, this time with a side of tennis. Lord Knows the chair of The Wombledon International tennis tournament has died and his son, Hugh, is suspicious. The police won’t take the case so Hugh calls in Perry & Penny Pink, private investigators. What transpires has all the hallmarks … Read More

Honey Honey: ABBA Tribute Party

Adrian Oates

Lets get those dancing shoes, flares and tie-die shirts out of the wardrobe ready as we welcome Honey Honey to The Queen Victoria Hall in Oundle to pay tribute to the wonderful music of ABBA! Honey Honey is an all female ABBA tribute act who have  a vast amount of performing experience between them, Louisa & Claire are excited to … Read More

Rushden Lakes Handmade and Vintage Fair

Adrian Oates

The Rushden Lakes Vintage and Handmade weekend pop-up event is back this Good Friday and Easter Saturday 09:00 to 18:00. Head down to the central boulevard to shop from local small business and artisans. With clothing, homeware, gifts, accessories, treats, art and much more. Free entry and free parking.

Irthlingborough Town Run

Adrian Oates

We are so excited to launch the very first Your Town 5k run in the great town of Irthlingborough NN9 Join the NN9 Community, connect offline and enjoy a local 5k run supporting a great local charity.  We would love you to run with us on Sunday 8th May 2022 at 9am. The inaugural Irthlingborough NN9  5k run/walk starts and … Read More

Blacksmithing Introductory Course

Adrian Oates

This one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the … Read More

An Evening with David Hill

Adrian Oates

Take part in a singing workshop and Q&A with the internationally renowned conductor, David Hill. David Hill, who is Musical Director of The Bach Choir and Principal Conductor of Yale Schola Cantorum, will lead the singing workshop in the Cathedral.  The music featured in the workshop will be: Fauré Cantique de Jean Racine Palestrina Sicut cervus Parry My soul there is a country … Read More

Steam EnGIN Express

Adrian Oates

It’s All Aboard Nene Valley Railway’s Steam EnGIN Express Saturday 11th June – on board service & Gin’s provided by Mally’s Gin Bar Come & relax with friends & family in your reserved, First Class seat aboard our Continental Carriages for a night of nostalgic relaxation & a beautiful selection of Gins. Our on train bar will also be manned … Read More

Open Water Swimming

Adrian Oates

We welcome all swimmers to our regular weekly sessions every Thursday 5:30-7:00pm. Open water swimming is one of the fastest growing sports in the country combining an opportunity to improve fitness with an enjoyment of the outdoors.  Whether you are training for a triathlon or just want to take part in an activity which is sociable as well as good … Read More