What's On and Things To Do Around Northamptonshire

Bring your Dad and enjoy the Father’s Day Trail together. Explore the grounds and discover parts of Canons Ashby you might not normally notice. Also suitable for Grandads, Husbands, Mums, Aunties and anyone else who wants to have a go. Bring your Dad and enjoy the Father’s Day Trail together.

Our garden tour hosted by our Head Gardener Andrew Jones is a must for gardening enthusiasts. This popular tour takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and can accommodate a group of up to 20 people.  Andrew’s horticultural and historical knowledge of the garden will have the visitor gripped from start to finish.

Picnic with classic movies in the lakeside amphitheatre. By demand... it’ll be a MID ’SUMMER NIGHT’ - time to enjoy the one musical you’ll always want! 40th Anniversary Bargain too - All tickets £9! Stanwick Lakes, NN9 6GY

Friday 22nd June from 3.15pm Lots to see and lots to do including Children’s entertainer, Prosecco & Beer Stall, Ice Cream Man, Stocks, Bouncy Castle, food, craft stalls, games, tombola’s and a prize raffle!

This is the annual Art and Craft exhibition presented by the Boothville Art Group where some exhibits are for sale. Admission is free and raffle and refreshments will be available.

This free event aims to promote cycling and walking in the town and is suitable for all ages. Families are especially welcome, as the day will include a demonstration by the Extreme Mountain Biking Show.

The outdoor cinema experience continues at the lake-side amphitheatre! Don’t miss the all-time favourite. A wonderful way to enjoy this classic 80’s blockbuster movie is certainly under the stars on a HUGE outdoor screen! Bring a picnic - probably with a water-melon!

Rushdne Armed Forces day 23rd June 2018 12.00 - 16.30 Military charity stalls, 1940’s cookery demo , model tanks , hot and cold food , 1940’s singer, real ale bar , parade of veterans and RAF BBMF Flypast

An exhibition of local art. Local artists are invited to display their pictures within the church. Pictures can be for sale. Further details available. Exhibition will run at the same time as Kingsthorpe Village Faye on the Saturday.

VINYL:CDs:DVDs:TAPES:BOOKS: MEMORABILIA FAIR From the 50’s to the present: Pop, Punk, Rock ‘n Roll, Northern Soul, Progressive and more! Free Admission! Drinks and Refreshments available Established dealers 1000’s of Vinyl , CD’s and DVD’s for sale Collections Purchased Buy online!

Join us for an open-air concert at Lyveden this summer! Spread out a picnic blanket in the magnificent surrounds of Lyveden’s Tudor gardens. Full of hidden symbols and architectural clues, they represent one person’s expression of his beliefs during a time of great instability, change and danger.

Exhibition of the works of local artists. Works will also be on sale.

Lots of Scarecrows all around the village with stalls and games and delicious home made teas. A number of gardens will also be open.

‘Mesmerising’ singer-songwriter and pianist Jo Ash will be performing a full set of her own material at the Towcester Mill Brewery. She will be joined by special guests Mike Wheatley on guitar and Nigel Turner on bass. Jo, from Ely, promises dynamic vocal performances accompanied by expressive piano playing.

Charlie Tarry and the outlaws Perform classic rock covers and original material. Please see our face book page for more details and contact.

Celebrate Armed Forces Day with Rushden Station. We have live music from the lovely May Blossom, Real Ale Bar, Transport Museum, Military Displays and Stalls. Plus our extra special Flypasts from the BBMF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight with the Spitfire, Hurricane and Lancaster AND the amazing Red Arrows!!!

Our Friday Art Club is a full day for you to bring the art work of your choice, share the space with others and spend the day creating. Whether you want to sculpt, paint, draw, doodle or make - we should be able to accommodate you. The session is untutored but help is available. Bring your own materials.

BBMF Flypast around midday 1940’s singer Parade of veterans and cadet forces real ale bar hot and cold food military charity stalls

Mum2Mum markets,Corby. Award winning markets where mums sell their outgrown baby & kids items onto other mums. If you’d like to book a stall click the link below, bit.ly/2HzMH3j-CorbyM2M

An afternoon of Rock n Roll from the 50’s and 60’s with live band Reelin n Rockin bringing back memories of classic hits from that era. If your young bring along Mum and Dad or Grandad as a surprise.

Join us for a leisurely top notch Tea - Cream Teas, Cakes, Strawberries and Cream There will be a Tombola, Bottle Stall, Raffle, Other stalls, Competitions and Games Sunday 24 June 14.30 in Quinton Village Hall and Garden

Constantly evolving acre rear garden of C17 cottage (not open). Early spring garden with snowdrops and hellebores, summer and autumn mixed borders, and many obelisks and containers, kitchen garden, herb bed, rambling roses, at least 60 different hostas, all giving varied interest from Feb through to Oct.

Open Stage is excited to host award-winning children’s theatre company Munchkins & Monsters and their new production The Reluctant Dragon, a new and bold re-imagining of the Kenneth Grahame story.

We have been developing this romantic garden for about 10 yrs and now have over 1800 roses, incl English, French and Italian varieties. Many unusual water features and specimen trees. Roses, scramblers and ramblers climb into trees, over arbours and arches. Collection of 95 Japanese maples. Butterfly rearing unit.

Charming unspoilt stone built village in a conservation area. Three very different beautiful gardens. The Mill with bridges over the millstream and a spectacular waterfall, wildlife pond and a kitchen garden.

A concert with Northampton Philharmonic Choir. Romantic choral songs for a summer’s evening, in musical settings by Georges Bizet, Gabriel Faure, Pierre Villette and Camille Saint-Saens, with organ music by Eugene Gigout.

Tea with Friends Tea with Friends at St Mary’s Church, Ringstead is held on the last Tuesday of every month between 2 and 4pm. A chance to catch up with old friends and to make new ones. All very welcome. All proceeds from donations go to church funds and charities.

Stamford Shoestring Theatre perform their Roadshow Revue plus the music of Flanders and Swann in the fabulous surroundings of All Saints Church, Easton on the Hill. Ticket price includes wine and a raffle entry. All in aid of All Saints Church Fabric Fund.

The Dance Factory present “REFACTORED” a dance show for all the family. This is wonderful show with students from age 3 to adults performing a variety of dances to “remixed and covered” tracks from over the years.

The outdoor cinema experience returns to the lake amphitheatre! You’re invited on the wildest road trip ever.

The Summer Nationals guarantees a mid-season fix for adrenaline junkies everywhere! This National Drag Racing Championship round features over 25 car and bike classes with some real crowd favourites. Don’t miss this 200mph+ Pro Modified doorslammer action!

In the Showground we have 80 trade stands, 30 Land Rover and 4x4 Clubs, fantastic food and drink outlets, local ales and ciders, live music, children’s area. What better way to celebrate Land Rover’s 70th Birthday than to take part in a World Record breaking attempt at The Show on Saturday, June 30th.

Everybody loves Ernest. In fact, Cecily and Gwendolen are both engaged to Ernest. The only trouble is, Ernest doesn’t exist. Or does he...' Everybody loves Ernest. In fact, Cecily and Gwendolen are both engaged to Ernest. The only trouble is, Ernest doesn’t exist. Or does he...

Northamptonshire’s premier art group present its Summer Exhibition with a selection of paintings, drawings, print works and scupltures from full members and associate members.

The four churches are part of the Watersmete Benefice and each church is holding a Flower Festival over the weekend.

A classic car show with 60 - 80 cars, you are bound to find your dream car amongst the exhibits, come along and talk with the owners who will be happy to share information about their pride and joy. The event also includes stalls and food. Also a fun dog show, so why not bring along fido.

This event is part of our Flower Festival Celebrations. A unique performance by Richard J Hutchinson of Musicals’ n ’Marches with special effects featuring the brand new world class Yamaha Genos keyboards.

The outdoor cinema experience returns to the lake-side amphitheatre! By demand...get ready to ’PAR-TAAY!!’.. it’s the hilarious comedy block-buster that is both outrageous and endearing! Story: Amy (Mila Kunis) has a great husband, overachieving children, beautiful home and successful career.

An evening of summer jazz with the national award winning Northamptonshire Music & Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) Big Band and Jazz Matters. Cash bar and Ploughman’s Supper All proceeds to NMPAT and the Wellingborough & Rushden Macmillan Fund Raising Committee

Join us for an Afternoon of Crafting with Tea and Cake . Our crafty lady Karen will be showing you how to be creative with POMPOMs

At the workshop you will learn the basic Macrame knots to make a plant hanger to take home along with a leaflet about the knots you have learnt to continue your Macrame journey at home. Please could you bring a plant pot of your choice up to the maximum height of 20 cm and 20cm width.

Duston Parish Council Presents A great day out for all the family Live Music I Competitions I Stalls I Tug of War I Traditional Games I Circus Skills I Live Craft Demos I Sports Challenges I Dog Show I Cream Teas I BBQ & Wood Fired Pizza I Meet the Councillors Plus much more besides Why not enter our

The garden was in an extremely dilapidated and overgrown state; over the past 24 yrs we have tried to recapture its original glory. There are beautiful trees in 80 acres of parkland, old waterway and fish ponds, 1620 church in grounds.

35 acres within a 10,000 acre estate of both formal and informal gardens, incl Italian gardens with orangery and arboretum with lakes, all dating back to the 1860s, as well as a menagerie which includes meerkats and marmosets.

Feast of Fools presents Amy Douglas with Lucy Wells (voice, accordion) telling "Wild Edric - A Marriage beyond the Mortal".

In 1705, the 20 year old Johann Sebastian Bach walked 250 miles each way from Arnstadt to Lübeck to meet the great organist and composer, Dieterich Buxtehude. We commemorate this with our annual Bach Walk to which will take place as usual on Tuesday 10 July (click here).

Join the HandleBards’ all-female troupe here at Deene Park for Romeo and Juliet as you’ve never seen it before! The HandleBards are the world’s first cycling theatre company.

THE FORMULA 1® 2018 ROLEX BRITISH GRAND PRIX IS RETURNING TO SILVERSTONE 5-8 JULY 2018 F1® drivers call the Formula 1® Rolex British Grand Prix at the iconic Silverstone Circuit ‘insanely fast’. We simply call it one of the world’s greatest sporting events.

The Pasadena Roof Orchestra is famous throughout the world for re-creating the glories of popular music from the 1920s and 1930s.

Acclaimed jazz vocalist, Atila, and his stellar group of musicians have wowed packed audiences in London’s Hippodrome and Ronnie Scott’s, with their unique tribute to one of music’s all-time greats.

A FAMILY DAY OUT AT THE SUPERCAR EVENT! If you’re searching for a fun-filled day out for the whole family, then look no further than The Supercar Event 2018. The hugely popular event, held in aid of The Children’s Trust is taking place over the weekend 7 - 8 July, at Rockingham Circuit, Northamptonshire.

Explore the battle site with a thrilling re-enactment, have-a-go activities and a Medieval market to discover.

The Northampton Town Festival is back for 2018 and it’s bigger and better than ever! A fun filled throwback to the iconic Northampton Town Show, the festival is also bringing hot air balloons back to the Racecourse for the third year running.

VINYL:CDs:DVDs:TAPES:BOOKS: MEMORABILIA FAIR From the 50’s to the present: Pop, Punk, Rock ‘n Roll, Northern Soul, Progressive and more! Free Admission! Drinks and Refreshments available Established dealers 1000’s of Vinyl , CD’s and DVD’s for sale Collections Purchased Buy online!

Hosted by the Friends of Barnwell Country Park, Music in the Park reaches it fifth birthday and to celebrate, becomes part of Oundle International Festival’s family of events!

More than ‘just another food festival’, The Great British Food Festival combines the nation’s love of great food and drink with some of the country’s most treasured locations, providing a unique opportunity to explore new flavours and beautiful venues, all at the same time!

A journey through life in dance and song presented by the Anderson School of Dance. Ballet, tap, modern, street dance, jazz and musical theatre styles included.

An annual event held on the picturesque village green in Newnham. This year Charlie Tarry and the outlaws will be entertaining this event with a wide variety of music, mainly classic classic rock covers, some old favourites and some originals. Please see our face book page for further info.

At St Marys Church Ringstead on the 1st Saturday of every month 10am-Noon. All welcome, all proceeds from donations to church funds & charities.

Deene Park is delighted to host a Sealed Knot encampment and skirmish reenactment weekend. Step back in time and experience living history, see what it was like to live during the time of the civil war, listen to historical accounts, get hands on with day to day life and activities of a royalist camp.

The Northampton Town Festival 2018 The Northampton Town Festival is back for 2018 and it’s bigger and better than ever! A fun filled throwback to the iconic Northampton Town Show, the festival is also bringing hot air balloons back to the Racecourse for the third year running.

BMW Show The BMW Show at Santa Pod Raceway welcomes all BMW race cars, show cars, modern, retros, classics, new minis and BMW bikes. BMWs have all the right elements to make great drag and drift cars. Powerful engines, rear-wheel drive and stable handling all add up to unbeatable straight-line and sideways fun.

Visit the Open Gardens in the beautiful village of Grendon. Delicious food available all day at the Village Hall. Plant & cake stall and gardening tombola.

Attractive village in Northamptonshire uplands near to Ravensthorpe reservoir and Top Ardles Wood Woodland Trust, which have bird watching and picnic opportunities. Established and developing gardens set in beautiful countryside displaying a wide range of plants, many of which are available from the Nursery.

Moulton College started life as an agricultural college and has a strong horticultural dept. There are show gardens, allotments, a 2½ hectare millenium arboretum, more formal areas around the original 1920s buildings and interesting specimen trees, maintained by the students, in an attractive rural setting.

Re-inventors of global sounds, rewriters of rulebooks and winners of the Royal Over-Seas League Competition 2017, Kabantu (previously Project Jam Sandwich) is a five-piece band hailing from Manchester who unravel new marriages of music from around the globe to celebrate the space where different cultures meet.

After the huge success of ‘Dance is Life’ in 2017, Giovanni is once again set to get your hearts beating a little faster, showcasing a story of love and passion, with even more heat, even more energy, and even more drama than ever before!

Part of this year’s Big Bach Walk, we invite you to join us on our annual, shorter and more gentle stroll between Cotterstock and Oundle. We are delighted to welcome the great British tenor, John Mark Ainsley, who joins William Whitehead in Cotterstock for this special evening.

William Howard is established as one of Britain’s leading pianists, enjoying a career that has taken him to over 40 countries and the world’s major concert halls. He also can be heard frequently on BBC Radio 3 and Classic FM.

Explore beyond the walls of Canons Ashby on a walk through the rolling hills of Northamptonshire’s countryside. Join a volunteer guide on a 6 mile circular walk to stretch your legs and explore the heart of rural Northamptonshire around Canons Ashby. Booking Not Needed. Children over 11 years welcome.

We are delighted to welcome the wonderful EUCO back to Oundle with a lively, contrasting programme including Grieg’s heart-warming Holberg Suite, a spirited Mozart Divertimento, a short new work, A light exists, by BBC Proms Young Composer Anna Disley-Simpson, for which EUCO will be joined by the Rusty Players of

Margaret Phillips - organ Acknowledged as one of Britain’s outstanding concert organists and teachers, Margaret Phillips made her debut at the Royal Festival Hall in 1972 and soon gained an international reputation as a soloist.

At midnight most children are fast asleep, but for the Midnight Gang the adventure is just beginning. Five children are in hospital. Something strange is going on...

OPEN MIC NIGHT Poetry, magic, comedy, singing , your choice. Open to all ages and all abilities Bar open with great prices!!

Santa Pod goes back to the way we were with Dragstalgia, a weekend dedicated to drag racing, hot rods and bikes from a bygone era with classic dragsters and funny cars, altereds, hot rods, American muscle and more.

The David Gordon Trio has appeared on BBC Radio 3, at King’s Place, Copenhagen’s Jazzhouse and in the London Jazz Festival; they are also regular performers at London’s 606 club.

An evening of Rock n Roll from the 50’s and 60’s with live band Reelin n Rockin bringing back memories of classic hits from that era. If your young bring along Mum and Dad or Grandad as a surprise. If your older bring along your children to show them what music was like.

Funtopia is a fantastic fun-packed event which is perfect for tots to tweens. Open 10am-4pm. Filled with bouncy castles, obstacle course, activity inflatables, crazy golf, under 5’s area, circus skills, interactive play system and much more!

See classic Haddonstone garden ornaments in the beautiful setting of the walled manor gardens incl planters, fountains, statues, bird baths, sundials, balustrades and follies. Garden is on different levels with roses, clematis, climbers, herbaceous, ornamental flowers, topiary, specimen shrubs and trees.

The outdoor cinema experience returns to the lake-side amphitheatre! The season continues with Bette Midler’s classic 80’s comedy/drama. Celebrate its 30th anniversary with a picnic screening at Stanwick Lakes.

Scarecrow Festival 11am-4pm with the theme "Films" Prizes for the funniest, scariest and greenest (recycled) scarecrows! Scarecrow tour maps, cream teas, refreshments, raffle and stalls at St Mary’s Church, Ringstead all weekend. See www.4spires.org/events for full details and registration entry form.

Cransley Summer Fete Saturday 14th July 2018 A fun afternoon for all the family! Children’s games and craft activities Stalls including Bric-A-Brac, Quilted and sewn items, hand crafted soaps and pyrography, Angeljays knitted and sewn items, cakes and refreshments, tombola and much more!

Pattishall’s fifth Music Festival and Craft Fair, close to Towcester. Family friendly event. Even more going on this year, with amazing live music for all, including jazz, Daventry Community Choir, Indian dancers as well as pop covers, rock and more. Also craft stalls, variety of hot food for sale, beer tent.

The Barn Dance will take place at Bosworth’s Garden Centre, Finedon Road, Burton Latimer on Saturday evening 14th July starting from 7 pm and will feature dancing to Ock ’n’ Dough "The world’s only Anglo-Latvian Zydecajun Ceilidh Band".

First opened for the NGS in 1928 and now restored by the present owners. 8 acres of parkland surrounding a Grade I listed Georgian house (not open) with extensive lawns, mature specimen trees and lovely views. More formal planting surrounds the house with many exuberantly planted containers.

A town garden with two water features plus a stream and a pond flanked by a 12ft clinker built boat. There are five raised beds which are planted with vegetables, dahlias and chrysanthemums. A patio lined with acers has two steps down to a gravel garden with paved paths.

Holdenby has an historic Grade I listed garden. The inner garden incl Rosemary Vereys renowned Elizabethan Garden and Rupert Golbys Pond Garden and long borders. There is also a delightful walled kitchen garden with original Victorian greenhouse.

Rare Productions presents The Wizard of Oz. After a tornado whisks away a young Kansas farm girl, Dorothy, to the magical land of OZ, she starts her quest to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who has the power to send her home.

The packed weekend of the Silverstone Classic - the world’s biggest classic motor racing festival - provides spectacular historic motor racing on the world famous circuit, free access to the paddocks and grandstands, displays from over 100 car clubs featuring more than 10,000 classic cars, plus interactive

The original and best VW festival with a vibrant and fun atmosphere, bringing to life the very essence of VW culture. Europe’s largest VW event incorporates all things VW, with drag racing, RWYB, nightlife, Show & Shine, comedy, fun fair, massive trade village, autojumble and much more.

An evening of Rock n Roll from the 50’s and 60’s with live band Reelin n Rockin bringing back memories of classic hits from that era. If your young bring along Mum and Dad or Grandad as a surprise. If your older bring along your children to show them what music was like.

Alfie Bear’s Picnic 2018 will be taking place at Hunsbury Hill Country Park on Saturday 21st July. 11am - 4pm. This will be our 4th Picnic event in aid of Alfie Bear’s Journey Fund - The Brain Tumour Charity. This year’s theme is Vintage!

Following past successful visits of the French Market. This year, Castle Ashby will be hosting its first international Food and Drink festival over two days on the 22nd and 23rd of July.

A car boot and table top sale takes place at St Matthew`s Church, Northampton on Saturday 2nd June. Room for 80 vehicles. To reserve a space, please telephone (01604) 791251, or email: office@stmatthews-northampton.org.uk No traders. Refreshments will be available.

Ten gardens in the historic villages of Long Buckby and Long Buckby Wharf. Varying in size and style, from courtyard and canal side to cottage garden, some are established and others evolving. They incl water features, pergolas, garden structures, chickens and pigs, but the stars are definitely the plants.

Inspired by the characters and stories of local Northamptonshire author ’BB,’ our summer trail explores the woods, meadows and moats at Lyveden in search of a new adventure. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Get involved with hands-on activities for all ages including pond-dipping in the moats, counting butterflies in the long grass or graffiti hunting around the garden lodge. Activities vary from week to week, check out the website for more details. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

COME DINE WITH ME COUPLES ARE COMING TO NORTHAMPTON! We are on the hunt for fun loving couples who want to get creative in the kitchen and host the dinner party of their lives! If you think you serve up sassy starters, mouthwatering mains and delectable desserts you need to APPLY!

Kelmarsh Land Rover Show After the huge success of the inaugural Kelmarsh event in 2017, it’s back with the new dates of 27th-29th July! The Kelmarsh Land Rover Show is a one-stop shop for any enthusiast.

A celebration of all things vintage at the Abbey! Shopping, music, cars and cake for the vintage enthusiast

Paloma Faith - The Architect Summer Tour. Artists performing: Paloma Faith.: Tickets avaiable.

"All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players..." Bring along a picnic and be transported to the Forest of Arden, a world of clowns, lovers, runaways and rebels. The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons present their innovative and hilari. Booking Advisable. Dogs on leads welcome.

1 acre plantsmans garden full of rare and unusual plants. NCCPG Collection of 435 varieties of penstemons incl dwarfs and species. Mediterranean and water gardens with large herbaceous borders. Artifacts on display incl old ploughs and garden implements.

½ acre garden with various different borders including those planted for shade, sun and bee friendly situations. Alpine houses, raised beds and planted stone sinks. Wildlife pond. Seasonally planted tubs.

Over 180ft long town garden. Divided into rooms of different character; courtyard garden with a sculptural clematis providing shade, colour themed flower beds, ponds and water features, cottage gardens and gravel borders, clematis and roses, all linked by lawns and grass paths.

Once again Northampton’s music beat scene presents an evening of Rock n Roll with live music from the 50’s and 60’s. Live band Reelin n Rockin bringing back memories of classic hits from that era.

Mark 230 years since the death of Thomas Gainsborough with a lively talk on his work and times in the spectacular surroundings in the Bouverie Suite

Sulby Gardens originally comprised gardeners’ cottage, walled kitchen gardens and orchard for Sulby Hall, (a minor stately home redesigned in 1792 by Sir John Soane, and demolished in the early 1950s). We have restored the orchard and kitchen gardens.

Interesting and unusual property, on the Leicestershire border between Welford and Husbands Bosworth, covering 12 acres comprising working Victorian kitchen garden, orchard, and late C18 icehouse, plus species-rich nature reserve incl woodland, feeder stream to River Avon, a variety of ponds and established wild

Keep the kids happy during the school holidays ticking off our challenges, whilst enjoying quality family fun in the fresh air. Keep the kids happy during the school holidays ticking off our challenges, whilst enjoying quality family fun in the fresh air.

The fastest, hottest, largest & loudest modified car festival in Europe. If you’ve never been before, let us enlighten you with how it all goes down. The finest drag strip in Europe and the UK’s most superbly executed show cars.

Come along to enjoy a unique opportunity to be the first people to enjoy a Tudor banquet at the Abbey in hundreds of years. Henry VIII removed the nuns from Delapre during the dissolution of the monasteries, allowing the Tates to transform the Abbey into their family home.

See the Abbey in Tudor splendour for a day with music, dress-up and interactive activities

MRC Show SUNDAY 5TH AUGUST 2018 Judging begins at 11.am - Visitors welcome. - If you love rats, you’ll love our shows where you can see rat varieties you may only have read about.

Come to the beach in the middle of Northampton! All the fun of the seaside right on your doorstep

LUNA FLIX Outdoor Cinema presents Baz Luhrmann’s spectacular musical classic in the beautiful grounds of Boughton House, Kettering, Northamptonshire. Doors 7.00pm, Film (12A) approx 9.10pm - Bring a picnic & enjoy the songs! Book on-line only - limited audience! Adult: £13.20 - Under 15: £8.

Europe’s largest Audi event featuring classic cars, trade and exhibition stands open to the public and all enthusiasts. Audi’s in the Park is the most anticipated and talked about Audi event on the planet.

The Green Patch is a 2½ acre, Green Flag award-winning community garden, situated on the edge of Kettering. We have hens, ducks, beehives, ponds, children’s play area, orchard and so much more. We rely on our wonderful volunteers to make our friendly and magical garden the warm and welcoming place it is.

Dale Farm is a 2 acre garden, with formal hedging and trees. Flower borders near the house and secluded vegetable garden with cutting flowers. The garden has lovely views over the surrounding countryside, including the neighbouring stone barn.

Robin Hood and his band of merry men are feared by the richest of the land as they travel through Sherwood Forest stealing from the rich to give to the poor.

The FIA World Endurance Championship returns to Silverstone at a later date of 17-19 August 2018 for its festival of sports car racing, and there’s more entertainment than ever on offer to keep the whole family occupied. More cars, more racing, famous drivers and lots to see and do on and off track.

Carnival Fete Many trade stalls,Charity stalls,Childrens amusements Car Show music etc

Get the kids outdoors on the great outdoor experience!! Come and learn survival/bushcraft skills from Navigation to shelter building. A Great bonding experience for you and your child. Camp under the stars, learn new skills and enjoy this time away from it all.

Funtopia is a fantastic fun-packed event which is perfect for tots to tweens. Open 10am-4pm. Filled with bouncy castles, obstacle course, activity inflatables, crazy golf, under 5’s area, circus skills, interactive play system and much more!

Once again Reelin n Rockin are at the Blisworth Canal Festival and will be performing from 2:50PM until 3:50PM, bringing you Rock n Roll from the 50’s and 60’s and memories of classic hits from that era. If your young bring along Mum and Dad or Grandad as a surprise.

Carnival parade around the Streets of Kettering.

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the top UK Monster Truck Showdown at Santa Pod Raceway. Monster Truck car-crushing showdowns and freestyle action including amazing bus jumps!

Our Summer Theatre programme is now open for registration to ANYONE aged 8-15! Join us for an action-packed week of drama, creativity and plenty of fun.

Santa Pod Raceway’s annual Junior Drag Racing Fun Day returns for its 6th year on Thursday 23rd August. Admission to the Fun Day is totally free of charge– making it the ideal family day out during the summer holidays. The track action focuses on the junior class of drag racers.

Silverstone is delighted to be hosting the British round of MotoGP™ from 24 – 26 August in 2018. The 2017 season has been one of the most dramatic in the history of MotoGP™ and 2018 looks set to continue to deliver fast and close racing action as these sporting gladiators fight to win the MotoGP™ title.

There will be bargains aplenty at the Brewhouse Bookshop’s annual sale, raising money to look after our historic site. Spend the day perusing our second-hand books and stock up in preparation for those cosy autumn evenings.

When Jim Hawkins discovers a treasure map amongst the possessions of the late ’Captain’ Billy Bones, it hurtles him in to a cat and mouse game with dangerous pirates, taking him across the World to ’Treasure Island’. Will Jim find the treasure' Will he ma. Booking Advisable.

An afternoon of Rock n Roll from the 50’s and 60’s with live band Reelin n Rockin bringing back memories of classic hits from that era.

A traditional summer show in the grounds of Delapre Abbey. Take part in our competitions showing off your giant veg

Craig David With Very Special Guest Rita Ora + Bobii Lewis. Artists performing: Craig David, Rita Ora, Bobii Lewis.: Tickets avaiable.

Come and enjoy a selection of at least seven puddings and desserts along with a musical interlude. Bring your own wine

The 42nd annual Alderton Art Festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, 1st and 2nd September. Proceeds go to Saint Margaret’s Church.

A beautiful contemporary 3 acre rectory garden designed by multi award-winning designer, Anoushka Feiler.

Grab a team and make sure you enter the Nene Valley Dragon Boat Race! Feel the buzz of competitive excitement in the air at this popular annual fundraising event.

Kettering Civic Society have organised this Three-Day Break commencing Monday, 3 September exploring Norfolk but en route visiting Ely Cathedral and Ickworth House. Day 2 - Norwich. Optional Norwich Playhouse Theatre to see ’Miss Saigon.

Following its sold out smash hit debut tour, Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners returns to theatres in 2018 with an even bigger production. Direct from the West End, the show brings to life the music of Ireland’s favorite sons ‘The Dubliners’.

FIA European Drag Racing Championships - The European Finals The final round of the acclaimed European Drag Racing Championship, ‘The European Finals’ is the climax to the 2018 FIA/FIM race season. This televised final is where racers put it all on the line to decide who claims the crown!

The following films will be screened - you and your family and friends are all are welcome to come along and enjoy the evening. Friday 7th Sept - ‘Victoria and Abdul’ Friday 2nd October - ‘The Greatest Showman’ Friday 2nd November - ‘Finding your Feet’ Friday 7th December - ‘Paddington

The Bennetts British Superbike Championship (BSB) continues to assert itself as one of the greatest domestic bike series in the world, and we are delighted to be hosting round 9 of the Championship on 7-9 September 2018 for a intense triple header weekend!

10 acre garden set in peaceful countryside with old yew and holly hedges and extensive herbaceous borders, containing many unusual plants. One of Britain’s finest throughout the season, the garden is at its most magnificent in September, and is an inspiration as to what can be achieved in late summer.

This highly acclaimed concert-style production continues to captivate audiences across the UK with its spectacular re-creation of The Carpenters’ timeless repertoire of music.

Pre register on our website or the eventbrite website to receive your free goody bag and wedding magazine on arrival ! Getting Married and Looking for inspiration?

Following his captivating appearance on Celebrity Big Brother, which saw a phenomenal run to the final, 2018 sees Britain’s best loved, and most entertaining, medium takes to the stage across the UK and Europe with his all new ‘Love, Life, Laughter Tour’.

NOT TO BE MISSED! join us at our quintessential Antique, Vintage and Collectors show. Nestled in the shadows of Naseby Battlefield, a prefect location for a great day out. Stroll around our extensive range of indoor, marquee and outdoor stalls.

Come and clear your clutter or pick up a bargain Plenty of stalls available Tables £5 Pre-booking essential Café open for light refreshments Please visit our website for more details www.duston-pc.gov.uk

The Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship returns to Silverstone in 2018 for the penultimate round of the season and what’s sure to be another thrilling weekend of racing. With a packed timetable and open paddock policy, it’s a must-attend event for any motorsport fan.

The flagship event of the annual calendar, these popular road races offer something for everyone! With a junior race, 10k and half marathon routes available, exploring the stunning countryside surrounding Cranford village.

Historian, author and TV presenter Lucy Worsley delves into the detail of Queen Victoria’s life in this major new biography published to celebrate the 200th anniversary of her birth.

An open day at Brook Farm Animal Sanctuary (BFAS) in Raunds, where you can meet all of the rescued animals, visit the sanctuary’s charity shop and check out a variety of stalls. There will also be a vegan BBQ, raffle and tombola.

Critically acclaimed and award winning Stand Up comedian, host of his own TV entertainment show and Stand Up show on Comedy Central, Celebrity Juice regular and the only person to ever put Katie Hopkins in her place; Chris Ramsey adds 54 dates this autumn following a sell-out spring run.

Joe Pasquale burst on to our TV screens 30 years ago on ITV’s New Faces. Now he’s on his 30th anniversary tour ‘A Few Of His Favourite Things’; a celebration of his best cack, plus some surprises on the way! Let your inner child loose and learn to laugh and play again.

Join us for this year’s Sywell Classic – Pistons and Props motoring festival, combining historic racers, hot rods and motorbikes with classic planes and vintage music to create a fantastic two-day event, celebrating classic motoring on the ground and in the air.

Gordon Hendricks the most decorated ETA Champion to ever come out of the UK is coming back to Kettering with his fantastic “The Spirit of ELVIS in Concert”.

As the season closer Jap Show Finale is your last chance to get your car out there before winter draws in.

Direct from London’s West End, the UK’s finest George Michael tribute show. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your heart in the all new production, Fastlove – A tribute to George Michael.

VINYL:CDs:DVDs:TAPES:BOOKS: MEMORABILIA FAIR From the 50’s to the present: Pop, Punk, Rock ‘n Roll, Northern Soul, Progressive and more! Free Admission! Drinks and Refreshments available Established dealers 1000’s of Vinyl , CD’s and DVD’s for sale Collections Purchased Buy online!

A stunning 1100AD setting in the heart of Northampton, a brilliant 50 piece woodwind band and a Proms Night that has sold out for the last 34 years...and not that many bookable seats left for 2018.

You Win Again – Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees Direct from London’s West End, You Win Again – Celebrating The Music of The Bee Gees. Prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular.

Neil Sands and his wonderful West End cast are back with another afternoon of nostalgic fun. Come and enjoy a wonderful trip back down memory lane with so many of your favourite songs from the 1940’s right through to the 1970’s.

The greatest of all romantic ballets. After the sell-out performances of Nutcracker last year, Russian National Ballet returns to the UK with the most famous Ballet of all time. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance.

WANNABE is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the World’s biggest girl band, the Spice Girls. Featuring the greatest Spice Girls hits, this musical celebration recreates the era of Girl Power!

The National Drag Racing Championship Finals for MSA Pro Mod and national sportsman classes plus Top Methanol, Wild Bunch, Nostalgia Fuel Altered Association and the ACU National Drag Bike Championship including SuperTwins.

The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute returns in 2018 for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail, and incredible showmanship. This phenomenal group of musicians have been touring for over two decades and remain true Eagles fanatics!

Since the home Ashes series in 2013, the Evenings with Aggers shows have been delighting audiences and selling out theatres all over England. Jonathan Agnew learnt his craft under the tutelage of Brian Johnston, emerging from the notoriety of the gloriously funny ‘leg over’ incident (yes, you will hear that tonight!

Interesting and unusual property, on the Leicestershire border between Welford and Husbands Bosworth, covering 12 acres comprising working Victorian kitchen garden, orchard, and late C18 icehouse, plus species-rich nature reserve incl woodland, feeder stream to River Avon, a variety of ponds and established wild

Interesting and unusual property, on the Leicestershire border between Welford and Husbands Bosworth, covering 12 acres comprising working Victorian kitchen garden, orchard, and late C18 icehouse, plus species-rich nature reserve incl woodland, feeder stream to River Avon, a variety of ponds and established wild

Neil was born to love Great Britain. During his 20 years travelling to every corner, and whilst filming BBC2’s ‘Coast’, he’s fallen in love all over again. From north to south, east to west it cradles astonishing beauty. The human story here is a million years old, and counting.

He’s still rude, he’s still crude and this time he’s turning headlines into punch lines as his rip-roaring brand of banter continues to burst bellies across the country. ‘The World’s Most Outrageous Comedian’ is far too rude for TV, so this live performance is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian!

A garden for all seasons with quirky original sculptures and many faces. Firstly, a south aspect lawn and borders containing bulbs, shrubs, roses and rare trees with yr-round interest; hedging, palms, climbers, a wildlife, fish and lily pond, terrace with potted bulbs and unusual plants in odd containers.

Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed new show begins its second leg of touring. There has never been a better time to be an American comedian in the UK. Hall’s precision dismantling of the tenuous relationship between two countries is as freewheeling and deadly accurate as ever.

Jumble Sale selling clothes, bric a brac, toys and books

This extraordinary band, dubbed the Definitive Pink Floyd Experience, are renowned for their stunning celebration of the music of one of the world’s greatest bands. Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason describes the band as “Brilliant! – They are really good.

The Northamptonshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch. The garden opening incl opportunities to see the historic walled kitchen garden and herbaceous border incl the sensory and wildlife gardens. The wilderness woodland will open for visitors to view the spring flowers or the autumn colours.

The Northamptonshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch. The garden opening incl opportunities to see the historic walled kitchen garden and herbaceous border incl the newly created sensory and wildlife gardens. The wilderness woodland will open for visitors to view the spring flowers or the autumn colours.

Based in 1980s Camden Town, the Our House tells the story of London lad Joe Casey, who, on the night of his sixteenth birthday, takes Sarah, the girl of his dreams, out on their first date.

Stunts & Drag Racing Family Firework Spectacular Flame & Thunder is an action packed day for all the family featuring motorsport stunts and Drag Racing. Witness a huge gathering of jet vehicles and experience 300mph Nitro guzzling Top Fuel dragster along with cars and bikes from various classes of Drag Racing.

VINYL:CDs:DVDs:TAPES:BOOKS: MEMORABILIA FAIR From the 50’s to the present: Pop, Punk, Rock ‘n Roll, Northern Soul, Progressive and more! Free Admission! Drinks and Refreshments available Established dealers 1000’s of Vinyl , CD’s and DVD’s for sale Collections Purchased Buy online!

A memorable evening of hysterical nonsense, as we take a peek into the circus lurking deep within the mind of, probably the greatest, comic storyteller ever to grace the stage. Jethro beguiles and befuddles his audience with the endless stream of irreverent twaddle that has created a comedy genius.

“This is the Greatest Show” is inspired by the imagination of PT Barnum. Join our cast of West End Singers and LIVE band as we take you on a journey through music from “The Greatest Showman” “Moulin Rouge” “Barnum” and many others.

Brace yourself for two hours of thrilling action, provocative choreography with the ultimate Forbidden strip tease (and a few men in uniform thrown in for good measure).

Experience an unforgettable journey through the forgotten melodies of World War One in this brand new musical, featuring the songs of the Great War, including Pack Up Your Troubles, Hush Here Comes A Whizzbang!, Oh It?s A Lovely War, Long Way to Tipperary, Forward Joe Soap?

Bonfire (guys welcome) and Firework display set to music. Great firework display set to pop and classical music with massive bonfire. Come and enjoy a traditional bonfire night celebration at the Playing Fields at Pattishall Parish Hall. Refreshments for sale - hot dogs, soup, hot drinks, bar, sweet shop.

Genesis Connected is a tribute show celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics. This show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers that will get the crowd dancing in the aisles.

Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town!

Kettering & District Flower Club welcome you to our Spectacular Christmas Floral Show with National Demonstrator NIGEL WHYLES from Shropshire who has over 25 years’ experience in floral design.

‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades! Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the World extensively.

Lasting change happens when people join together. BPDC’s 2018 show represents their community, coming together to make a difference and standing stronger together! You don’t want to miss this! More dynamic than ever before, electric energy and a powerful performance this show is what BPDC are all about.

This highly acclaimed concert-style production continues to captivate audiences across the UK with its spectacular re-creation of The Carpenters’ timeless repertoire of music.

Higham Ferrers Christmas Market and fair is growing in popularity, Expect a vibrant day with a traditional funfair and an international Market Christmas as the event centrepieces, many locals stalls and entertainment are provided as the town is especially dressed up for this Christmas celebration.

Please join us for festive fun. Shop from 40 stalls including local crafters, gifts and food. If you would like a stall please email us in the first instance with pictures and a short description of what you sell We will be serving mulled wine and mince pies, filled jacket potatoes and refreshments.

Without doubt the most explosive 60’s show touring the UK, returns to Kettering for one night only. With a brand new production for 2018, The Sensational 60’s Experience brings you a three hour extravaganza of pure 1960’s nostalgia.

Celebrating 10 Years of Singing Together. Brit-Award-winning vocal trio Blake return in 2018 with a special UK tour, celebrating 10 years together.

Simon Reeve’s first-ever theatre tour will feature the world-famous TV journalist recount tales from over 15 years of travelling to the most remote and extreme corners of the planet.

“Laugh after laugh after laugh” – Amanda Holden “My face is hurting from laughing” – Alisha Dixon “You should be a comedy super star” – David Walliams “I could see you hosting your own show” – Simon Cowell Britain’s Got Talent and Amanda Holden’s golden buzzer act comedian Daliso Chaponda has announced his debut

Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty.

This event is held in the walled garden at Castle Ashby House in heated and lit marquees. Visit the reindeer who will be with us for the 2 days show. Buy work from UK designer makers for the Christmas season and enjoy good food. Entry is £4 whilst under 16 are free. Free Parking

Blancmange 'Wanderlust' Tour + support. Artists performing: Blancmange.: Tickets avaiable.

Fresh from hosting Live at the Apollo and another total sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Dane Baptiste brings his third smash hit show on national tour. Original, provocative and exceptionally crafted, G.O.D. (Gold. Oil. Drugs) explores our worldwide pursuit of wealth, power and pleasure.

From the people behind the hugely Successful “Steptoe and Son” Christmas simply wouldn’t be Christmas without some classic, festive sitcom comedy so why not make a visit to 26 Oil Drum Lane, Shepherd’s Bush to catch up with the nation’s favourite rag-and-bone-men and indulge in their yuletide

We invite shops, businesses, pubs and churches throughout the village to decorate their windows for Christmas. Residents are encouraged to visit them and vote for their favourite in a poll on our website Please visit our website for more info www.duston-pc.gov.uk

Join us on the bank at St Luke’s Centre to enjoy mulled wine & mince pies & Christmas Carols under the magnificent Parish Christmas Tree Please visit our website for more info www.duston-pc.gov.uk

We are back with another fabulous festive treat this Christmas – join Aladdin as he jumps aboard the magic carpet for a spectacular panto adventure.

GET READY FOR THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE The producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a GREASE bring you their latest interactive film. The brand new singalonga screening of the classic film starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey.

Come and clear your clutter or pick up a bargain 30 tables available £5 each Pre-booking essential Café open for light refreshments Please visit our website for more information www.duston-pc.gov.uk

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE CELEBRATING THE LIFE & MUSIC OF NEIL DIAMOND Returning to the Lighthouse Theatre following the sell out show in 2018 !

Skids + support. Artists performing: Skids.: Tickets avaiable.

The UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour features past principal performers from Les Miserables. Delivering over two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, and of course ending with a stunning finale from Les Mis.

Entertainers are proud to present The Rocket Man: a tribute to Multi-Grammy award-winning legend and superstar, Sir Elton John. Join us on a musical journey, charting the rise to fame of one of the biggest selling artiste of all time.

A highly energetic tribute show that follows in the footsteps of the award winning girl band, Little Mix. This iconic 5-star rated show has live vocals and is full of commercial pop-video choreography.

The Rolling Stones have dominated Rock ’n’ Roll music since the 1960s and were at the forefront of the British Invasion of bands that conquered the US in 1964. They ran neck and neck with The Beatles in the popularity stakes with the late sixties and early seventies considered by many as their Golden Age.

Back by ever-growing popular demand, get ready to party as the UK’s favourite Rock & Roll variety production returns with another BRAND NEW SHOW!

Islands in the Stream – The Music of Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers Enjoy the songs of the Queen and King of country music – Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready for a night in the company of Country Music Royalty!

A VISION OF ELVIS starring Rob Kingsley winner of The National Tribute Music Awards “Official Elvis Show” and “No.1 Male Tribute” is internationally renowned as the best Elvis Presley tribute concert, touring the world today.

The people’s favourite and one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians, JIM DAVIDSON OBE telling it ‘like it is’. Are you fed up with this PC world we now find ourselves in? Well, come and see Jim’s brand-new and outrageous show. Enough is enough, It’s time to fight back!

‘An Evening with DAN SNOW’ will feature the well-known historian and TV presenter recount anecdotes of memorable experiences from his very successful career as an historian and broadcaster.

Viral sensation Rachel Parris, star of BBC’s The Mash Report, presents a comedy show packed with stand-up, song, sketch, and inevitably a sideways swipe at society.

Celebrating a decade of Big Girls Don’t Cry featuring The East Coast Boys Step back in time, to the era of romance. Where gents were gents, and gals were gals! Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band.