What's On in Northamptonshire

Street Dance Classes - Adult and children street dance classes. Beginners and intermediate classes. Street Dance, Hip Hop, Freestyle Disco and Rock and Roll. Shows, competitions, exams and much more.
Thursday 16 Aug 07 to Friday 31 Jul 09 - Mondays and Friday. Please call 07710 478 118 for times of classes and more info.
Chaplins, 105 St. Michaels Road, Northampton  Northamptonshire NN1 3JT   Contact Journey

The Little Green House - The Little Green house is an exciting and brand new range of creative classes in Northampton. We offer Fun with Food, Cookery, Gardening, and Mini Finishing School amongst others! Call 07949 163090 or 01604 601443 or visit little-green-house.co.uk
Tuesday 1 Jul 08 to Friday 31 Jul 09 - Open 9.00am - 3.00pm Monday - Saturday & Outside these hours by prior arrangement
37 Billing Road  Northamptonshire NN1 5DQ   Contact Journey

Activity Seekers for the 50+ - Meet Wednesday’s from 10 – 12 o’clock. To keep people active and to socialise. You do not have to be a church member to take part. First hour is Exercise, Yoga or Tai Chi, done standing or sitting in a chair. Line Dancing too for the more energetic. The second hour a talk on a wide variety of subjects, for example, computers and gardening. £2 entry Phone Joan Crockford 01604 716186
Wednesday 3 Sep 08 to Friday 3 Jul 09 - Most Wednesdays 10 - 12 o’clock.
St. Alban’s Church, The Large Hall, Broadmead Avenue, Northampton  Northamptonshire NN3 2RA   Contact Journey

Baby Days at Magnolia Studios - Discounts available on our regular Baby Days at Magnolia Studios to have your baby’s and children’s handprints and footprints captured forever. Select from Silver fingerprints, pottery prints, clay imprints or Plaster relief casts. They make great gifts for parents, godparents and grandparents. Baby days are on Thursdays - call 01604 629578 to book or for more details.
Sunday 26 Apr 09 to Sunday 26 Jul 09 - Tue - Fri 12pm to 5pm. Saturday 10am to 4pm. Other times by appointment. Baby days are on Thursdays - book an appointment
37 Billing Road  Northamptonshire NN1 5DQ   Contact Journey

The Poppies - Past, Present and Future - This exhibition turns the floodlight on the national game from a local perspective. Kettering Town Football Club, known as ’The Poppies’, has 137 years of proud history and this exhibition will take visitors on a journey through that history, right up to the present day. The exhibition is produced by the Kettering Town ’Poppies’ Supporters’ Trust.
Saturday 9 May 09 to Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 9.30am - 4.45pm; Tues-Sat
Manor House Museum, Sheep Street, Kettering,  Northamptonshire NN16 0AN   Contact Journey

Celebration of 100 years of carnival exhibition 1908 to 2009 - The Borough Council of Wellingborough and the Wellingborough Carnival in association with the Wellingborough Museum are holding an exhibition to celebrate a 101 years of Wellingborough Carnival at The Wellingborough Museum. The exhibition is free of charge to visit, however groups should ring the Museum on 01933 276838 to make a booking.
Saturday 13 Jun 09 to Saturday 18 Jul 09 - open Monday to Saturday from 10am until 4.30pm closed on Sundays.
Dulley’s Baths, 12 Castle Way, Wellingborough  Northamptonshire NN8 1XB   Contact Journey

Northampton Casuals Rugby League Club - Adult Team - Adult & Under 16's Training Session 7pm - 8.30pm
Wednesday 1 Jul 09 - See www.northamptonrl.co.uk for timings
Northampton Casuls RFC, Old Bedford Road, Rushmills, Northampton.  Northamptonshire NN4 7AA   Contact Journey

Family Fun Day - Bug hunts, crafts, nature walks, scavanger hunt, bouncy castle, games and children's workshops. Charges vary to cover cost of materials. Telephone 01933 276866 for details
Wednesday 1 Jul 09 - 11am to 4pm
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN9 7DL  Northamptonshire NN29 7DL   Contact Journey

SOLO ART EXHIBITION BY MICHELE FIELD - Artist known for her canal & vibrant floral canvases. Not only can you enjoy the art show but also this unique canal side museum takes you back in time to a fascinating journey & insight of canal life. Stoke Bruerne oozes charm and makes for a great day out. Tel: 01604 862229
Wednesday 1 Jul 09 to Monday 28 Sep 09 - OPEN 10am to 5pm daily
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton  Northamptonshire NN12 7SE   Journey

CANAL & FLORAL ART EXHIBITION BY MICHELE FIELD - Artist known for her canal & vibrant floral canvases. Not only can you enjoy the art show but also this unique canal side museum takes you back in time to a fascinating journey & insight of canal life. Stoke Bruerne oozes charm and makes for a great day out.
Wednesday 1 Jul 09 to Monday 28 Sep 09 - OPEN 10am to 5pm daily Website: www.nwm.org.uk/stoke
NATIONAL WATERWAYS MUSEUM, Stoke Bruerne,Towcester, Northampton  Northamptonshire NN12 7SE   Journey

Health Walks - Health Walks are a great way to get active, improve your physical health and well-being, and also make new friends - especially as we stop for a drink and a chat in the cafe afterwards. The health walk is free and is on Thursday afternoons, starting at 2pm from the cafe. Please call Colin Hull on 01327 322337 or e-mail colin.hull@southnorthants.gov.uk or use the walk finder on www.whi.org.uk. Wood
Thursday 2 Jul 09 - Time:14:00 Free Meet:The Forest Cafe
Salcey Forest wood.. GridRef:SP 795 514.  Northamptonshire

Summer Evening Dance - Summer Evening Dance - music by Bill James - popular local keyboard - vocalist - entertainer Everybody welcome - music for all tastes including 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, Pop, Rock and Roll, Country, Line Dance, Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Jive etc. Come along & Join the Party for a great Summer night out!. Tickets £5 available from Millenium Hall Friday Morning Coffee shop or Barbara Monks on 01295 811738
Friday 3 Jul 09 - 8pm start - doors open 7.30pm (bar & raffle during evening)
Kings Sutton Millenium Hall  Northamptonshire

Flower festival - flower festival with an American theme in a beautiful Northamptonshire village church with refreshments etc.
Saturday 4 Jul 09 to Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 10am-5pm
All Saints Church, Church Street, Wilbarston,  Northamptonshire LE16 8QG   Contact Journey

Independence Day Celebrations - Come meet and hold The American Bald Eagle. Exhibition of American Indian artefacts, clothing and pictures. Enjoy the fast footwork of the Appalachian Dancers. ’Hug a Husky’. Enjoy a traditional Punch & Judy show with an ’American twist’. Take a tour of the Manor House. Hog Roast and refreshments all day. Family £20 Adult £7.50 Child £3.50
Saturday 4 Jul 09 to Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 11.00am to last entry at 4.00pm
Sulgrave Manor, Sulgrave, BANBURY  Northamptonshire OX17 2SD   Contact Journey

Youth Rangers - A group for young adults aged 13 upwards interested in getting more involved in their local environment. £2.50 per person includes refreshments. Pre booking essential, telephone 01933 276866.
Saturday 4 Jul 09 - 2pm to 4pm
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN9 7DL  Northamptonshire NN29 7DL   Contact Journey

Hollowell Steam & Heavy Horse Show - Two days of traditional entertainment for all the family. Vintage vehicles : Horses : Bands : Children’s Entertainers : Market Stalls : Working Displays : Craft & Flower Marquees : Fairground : Pet’s Corner : Food : Beer & Tea Tents. Saturday only - Auction of Vintage & Collector’s Items. Sunday only - Exemption Dog Show. Adult £8, Child £4, Saturday only: OAP’s £4. Caravan Camping £7 a night
Saturday 4 Jul 09 to Sunday 5 Jul 09 - Saturday & Sunday 4th & 5th July. Gates open 9am until 5.30pm
Hollowell Steam Rally Field, just off the A5199 between J1 of the A14 & Northampton.  Northamptonshire NN6 8RN   Contact Journey

Family Fun Day - An American theme sets the scene, with fun for all ages. There are games and competitions as well as various stalls. There is a raffle with some great prizes, as well as an auction and BBQ. Kids-have a ride in one of DHL’s big articulated lorries, and mums and dads-have a go at driving one!! There are factory tours and many other things of interest. Come and join us and have a great day out.
Saturday 4 Jul 09 - 11 am til 3pm Admission Free
DHL, JD Wetherspoons National Distribution Centre,Nasmyth Road, Daventry  Northamptonshire NN11 8NF   Contact Journey

Bad Dobby @ A Walk in the Park 09 - Bad Dobby are a three piece Northamptonshire covers band. Covering songs from Stereophonics, Metallica, The Clash, Snow Patrol, The Buzzcocks, Green Day, U2 and many more. Check out www.baddobby.com for more info & ticket prices.
Saturday 4 Jul 09 - 14:00 to 14:30
A Walk in the Park 09  Northamptonshire NN4 6ED   Contact Journey

Wellingborough Carnival - Join the glittering carnival parade from Broad Green and watch the parade wind its way around the town finishing at Croyland Park. At the park there will be lots of fun for all the family - a fun fair, arena events, charity, trade and food stalls, crafts and healthy living marquee something for all the family. Free admission. For more information contact 01933 231986
Saturday 4 Jul 09 - Croyland Park opens at 12noon. Parade starts at 1pm from Broad Green and winds its way around the Town finishing at Croyland Park
Croyland Park, off The Kingsway, Wellingborough  Northamptonshire NN8 2BH   Contact Journey

Party in the Park, - FREE Live Music event with local and up and coming artists Funfair, amuseuments, charity, trade and craft stalls lots to do for all the family. Line up of acts to follow. For more information telephone 01933 231986
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - from 12 noon to 6pm
Croyland Park, off The Kingsway, Wellingborough  Northamptonshire NN8 2BH   Contact Journey

Mammal Morning - Discover Sywell Country Park’s small mammals on this morning walk searching for tracks, signs and humane live catch traps. Booking essential, telephone 01604 810970. £3 adults, £1.50 children.
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 10am to 12.00 noon
Sywell Country Park, Washbrook Lane, Ecton, Northampton NN6 0QX  Northamptonshire NN6 0QX   Contact Journey

Kite Flying Day - Bring your kites and join the Great Ouse Kite Flyers for a day of fun flying
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 11am - 4pm. No Additional Charges. National Trust. Tel:Mark Bradshaw, 01832 205358
Lyveden New Bield nr Oundle Peterborough  Northamptonshire PE8 5AT   Journey

Landscape Archaeology with Brian Dix - A talk and field tour by Brian Dix (archaeologist with a special interest in historic parks and gardens). Includes lunch £25, booking required.
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 11:00am - 3:00pm
Boughton House, near Geddington, Kettering Northamptonshire NN14 1BJ  NN14 1BJ   Contact Tickets Journey

Steam Train Rides at Northampton Society of Model Engineers - The 2 railways will be running steam trains, providing rides for children of all ages! Entry to the site is free, with rides at just 50p per ticket. Refreshments will be available in the clubhouse. The railways will also be running on Sundays 2nd August, 6th September and 4th October.
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - The trains will run between 14.00 and 17.00
Lower Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton  Northamptonshire NN4 8AW   Contact Journey

Garden Tours - Discover the history of one of Engalnd’s oldest garden landscapes. Find out about orchard with over 300 old English trees, explore the moats, terraces and prospect mounts leading up to Tresham’s symbolic garden lodge. FREE
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 2pm - 3.15pm. No Additional Charges. National Trust. Visitor Reception. Tel:Mark Bradshaw, 01832 205358
Lyveden New Bield nr Oundle Peterborough  Northamptonshire PE8 5AT   Journey

Tile House Farm - Open Garden - ¾-acre farmhouse garden with a cottage garden atmosphere. Herbaceous beds, kitchen garden with raised beds, pond and gravel garden. Adjacent nursery
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - Admission £3, Children free. Times:2-6. Open for charity.
Tile House Farm, Finmere  Northamptonshire MK18 4AS   Journey

West Haddon Gardens - Open Garden - A traditional village, predominantly brick but some local stone and thatch, plus modern housing estates. A few shops, PHs with restaurants and a well preserved church and chapel. Tickets and maps at all gardens, 3 of which are large and 6 small
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - Combined adm £3.50, Children free. Times:2-6. Open for charity.
West Haddon Gardens,  Northamptonshire NN6 7AY   Journey

Motor Neurone Disease Association Sponsored Walk - Get fit and make money for a good cause. Over 5,000 people are affected with MND in the UK. 1,200 newly diagnosed every year and 3 people a day die of MND. Telephone 01933 276866 for details and sponsor form.
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 10am to 4pm
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN9 7DL  Northamptonshire NN29 7DL   Contact Journey

Variety Magic starring Dana, Jimmy Cricket and Don Maclean - This show, with live band, is full of comedy fun and superb singing. Just Like Saturday Night TV Used To Be!
Sunday 5 Jul 09 - 3.00pm
Corby Willows Arts Centre  Northamptonshire NN17 1QB   Contact Journey

Northampton Knights Junior Rugby League Club - Under 11's, 12's & 14's Training Session 7pm - 8.30pm
Tuesday 7 Jul 09 - See www.northamptonrl.co.uk for timings
Northampton Casuls RFC, Old Bedford Road, Rushmills, Northampton.  Northamptonshire NN4 7AA   Contact Journey

Northampton Casuals Rugby League Club - Adult Team - Adult & Under 16's Training Session 7pm - 8.30pm
Wednesday 8 Jul 09 - See www.northamptonrl.co.uk for timings
Northampton Casuls RFC, Old Bedford Road, Rushmills, Northampton.  Northamptonshire NN4 7AA   Contact Journey

The Sideshow - ‘The Sideshow’ comes to the Northampton Guildhall this July for 3 nights only. Full of freaks, acrobats, jugglers, dancers, contortionists, burlesque performers and more, this show must not be missed. The show celebrates the traditional fairground sideshow and includes the best unique variety acts from around the UK.
Thursday 9 Jul 09 to Saturday 11 Jul 09 - Shows at 8.30pm on Thursday and Friday Show at 7.30pm on Saturday
Northampton Guildhall, St Giles Square, Northampton  Northamptonshire NN1 1DE   Contact Tickets Journey

Health Walks - Health Walks are a great way to get active, improve your physical health and well-being, and also make new friends - especially as we stop for a drink and a chat in the cafe afterwards. The health walk is free and is on Thursday afternoons, starting at 2pm from the cafe. Please call Colin Hull on 01327 322337 or e-mail colin.hull@southnorthants.gov.uk or use the walk finder on www.whi.org.uk. Wood
Thursday 9 Jul 09 - Time:14:00 Free Meet:The Forest Cafe
Salcey Forest wood.. GridRef:SP 795 514.  Northamptonshire

The Singing Sticks Didgeridoo Music Festival - Singing Sticks Festival, 10th 11th 12th July 2009 in Northamptonshire The Mid England didgeridoo festival 2009
Friday 10 Jul 09 to Sunday 12 Jul 09 - From 10am each morning, Weekend tickets only!! NO DAY TICKETS!!
Overstone Scout Camp  Northamptonshire NN6 0AF   Journey

Spratton Folk Festival - A weekend full of surprises. Two stages with all the best in folk music but if you think you dont like folk music check us out. We have everything from metal folk to punk folk, tradtional to modern folk Lots of food and drink. Kids entertainments including p juggling and skills circus plus over 30 craft stalls. camping available. For a great weekend away in beautiful rural england
Friday 10 Jul 09 to Sunday 12 Jul 09 - Friday evening 6-11 pm Sat 12-11pm Sun 11am-10pm
Rec Field, Smith Street, Spratton, Northants, NN6  Northamptonshire Contact Tickets

Friends of Sywell Country Park Volunteer Day - Come along to Sywell Country Park and help the Rangers with a task for the day which may be tree planting, creating habitat rows or hazel layering. For details, telephone 01604 810970.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 10am to 4pm
Sywell Country Park, Washbrook Lane, Ecton, Northampton NN6 0QX  Northamptonshire NN6 0QX   Contact Journey

Conservation Volunteers Day - Join a Ranger and other volunteers having fun completing a conservation project in Irchester Country Park. Learn something new and benefit your local environment. Telephone 01933 276866 for details.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 10am to 4pm
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN9 7DL  Northamptonshire NN29 7DL   Contact Journey

Retro Show - Japanese car event for classic, modern and modified rides from the far east. Club displays, camping, Run What Ya Brung and show car paddock. Also hosts an EDC round of drifting. For more information please see the website or contact us on 01234 782828.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 to Sunday 12 Jul 09 - Gates open 8am each day.
Santa Pod Raceway, Airfield Road, Podington  Northamptonshire NN29 7XA   Contact Tickets Journey

Oundle Festival Fireworks Concert - Excitement and fun comes to Oundle on Saturday 11th July, as the annual ’Picnic in the Park’ Fireworks Concert brings The Bootleg Beatles and The Manfreds to town. With supporting band The OGs, and a fabulous fireworks display, the stage is set for a magical evening.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - Gates open at 5pm and the first performance will begin at 5.30pm. The evening will end at approximately 11pm.
Heron Rogers Field, Oundle  Northamptonshire PE8 4EZ   Contact Journey

Wildlife Watch Group - A group for 8 to 12 year olds who are curious about the natural world and keen to learn more. Meet on the second Saturday of each month. Telephone 07747 028831 for details.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 10am to 12.00 noon
Irchester Country Park, Gipsy Lane, Little Irchester, Wellingborough NN9 7DL  Northamptonshire NN29 7DL   Contact Journey

Walk on the Wild Side July - From bugs to bats and meadows to molluscs come a discover Lyveden’s seasonal wildlife delights. How are woods managed or wildflower meadows created. How do bees make honey or dragonflies fly. Come and find out and even have a go!
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 2pm - 3.15pm. No Additional Charges. National Trust. Visitor Reception, Lyveden. Tel:Mark Bradshaw, 01832 205358
Lyveden New Bield nr Oundle Peterborough  Northamptonshire PE8 5AT   Journey

Walk on the Wild Side in July - From bugs to bats and meadows to molluscs come and discover Lyveden’s seasonal wildlife delights. How are woods managed or wildflower meadows created? How do bees make honey or dragonflies fly? Come and find out and even have a go! Normal Admission Charges Apply; FREE tour.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 to Saturday 8 Aug 09 - 2pm until approx 3.15 pm; tour repeated on 2nd Saturday of August.
Lyveden New Bield nr Oundle, Peterborough, Northamptonshire  PE8 5AT   Contact Journey

Northampton Casuals Rugby League Club - Adult Team - Northampton vs St Ives Roosters - Rugby League Conference Eastern Division
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - See website for timings
Northampton Casuls RFC, Old Bedford Road, Rushmills, Northampton.  Northamptonshire NN4 7AA   Contact Journey

The Maltings - Open Garden - ¾ acre sloping plantsman’s garden designed for all year interest by the present owner over more than 10 years. Many unusual plants, shrubs, old and new trees. Over 50 different clematis, wild garden walk, spring bulb area, over 20 different species roses, 2 ponds connected by a stream, bog garden, many different fruits and vegetables
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - Admission £3, Children free. Times:1-6. Open for charity.
The Maltings, Clipston  Northamptonshire LE16 9RS   Journey

CORBY CARNIVAL 2009 - THIS YEAR SEES THE BIGGEST PARADE YET!! With over 35 entries in this years parade, this year sees the biggest ever Parade since the Carnival has been organised by Volunteers. There will also be an abundance of stalls and desplays, Quad bikes, Drumming workshop, Ukele making workshop, kiddies fun fair, Facepainting, Arena show, and much much more
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 11.30am til 5pm - Parade at 1pm
Boating Lake site, Cottingham Road, Corby  Northamptonshire Contact

PARTY IN THE PARK - Fantastic family fun. FREE entry. Kangaroos Gymnastic Display team, racing pigs and Dingle Fingle’s Clown Town Fire Watch. Lennie the Land train, Punch and Judy, skatepark, tag rugby wrestling, plus John Dunmores Boogy band. Headline band is the Bohemians, a Queen tribute band with light show and pyrotechnics. Also stalls for local groups and charities, fairground, local bands, bouncy castles
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 1pm-11pm
Rushden Hall, Rushden, Northants  Northamptonshire NN10 9NG   Contact Journey

Bad Dobby @ The Windmill Club - Bad Dobby are a three piece Northamptonshire covers band. Covering songs from Stereophonics, Metallica, The Clash, Snow Patrol, The Buzzcocks, Green Day, U2 and many more. Check out www.baddobby.com for more info & ticket prices.
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - 21:00 to 23:30
The Windmill Club  Northamptonshire NN10 9TH   Contact Journey

St Luke’s & St Francis Parish Fayre - The parish fayre is being held in the Vicarage Garden and Grounds of St Luke’s Church. There will be lots of stalls, tombolas, crafts, refreshments, games etc..
Saturday 11 Jul 09 - Open from 11am - 4pm
St Luke’s Vicarage, 3 Main Road, Duston  Northamptonshire NN5 6JB   Contact Journey

Garden Tours - Discover the history of one of Engalnd’s oldest garden landscapes. Find out about orchard with over 300 old English trees, explore the moats, terraces and prospect mounts leading up to Tresham’s symbolic garden lodge. FREE
Sunday 12 Jul 09 - 2pm - 3.15pm. No Additional Charges. National Trust. Tel:Mark Bradshaw, 01832 205358
Lyveden New Bield nr Oundle Peterborough  Northamptonshire PE8 5AT   Journey