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Easter Bunny breakfast

Easter Bunny breakfast Dobbies is hosting an egg-citing Easter Bunny Breakfast. From March 28 to April 1, families with children aged 3-10 can..... See more >
Harlestone Road, Northampton NN5 6UJ
Today to Mon 1 Apr

Easter egg hunts at Canons Ashby

This spring, treat the whole family to an outdoor adventure at Canons Ashby on an Easter trail. Make your way along..... See more >
Canons Ashby NT, Canons Ashby, Nr Daventry NN11 3SD
Today to Sun 14 Apr

Easter Bunny breakfast

Easter Bunny breakfast Dobbies is hosting an egg-citing Easter Bunny Breakfast. From March 28 to April 1, families with children aged 3-10 can..... See more >
Newport Pagnel Road, Wootton NN4 6HP
Today to Mon 1 Apr

Cynthia Spencer's Easter Trail

Calling all families of Northampton! Come along and find the hidden Spencer Bunny’s and win an Easter Egg... See more >
Bradlaugh Fields Barn Northampton NN2 7NX
Today

Easter Eggstravaganza

Hop into Easter Fun at Wicksteed Park! Join us for an egg-citing Easter Extravaganza from the 29th of March until the..... See more >
Wicksteed Park NN15 6NJ
Today to Sun 14 Apr

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 30th March at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 30 Mar

Taproom afternoons at Saxby's Cider

Our taproom will be open all afternoon with seating inside and out. Take your dog out for a walk and pop in and see..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 30 Mar, Sat 20 Apr, and more dates until Sat 25 May

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Easter Specials

Hop on board our Easter Egg Specials at the NLR over the Easter weekend. Steam train rides* on Sun 31st March and..... See more >
Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA
Sun 31 Mar and Mon 1 Apr

Titchmarsh House - Open Garden for NGS

Titchmarsh House - Open Garden for NGS The gardens are spread over 4½ acres with formal and wild areas, a hedged quiet garden, and inc collections of... See more >
Titchmarsh House, Titchmarsh NN14 3DA
Mon 1 Apr, Mon 6 May

Seedling

Seedling returns to Northampton and Corby this Spring with Helen Crevel’s original audio piece now installed alongside... See more >
Northampton – Gatherings Unit, Upper Mall, Grosvenor Centre 2 Union Street, Northampton NN1 2EW
Mon 1 Apr to Tue 16 Apr

Microscopy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

MICROSCOPY OF WOOD by Mike Asquith and Mike Gibson. The study of wood under the microscope gives a number of..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Tue 2 Apr

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

STEVE MYALL EFIAP/B BPE5. As a photographic challenge Steve approached people in the street to ask if he could take..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Wed 3 Apr

Botany Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

FERNS. Sean Karley will give a talk about an important group of plants which do not have flowers. See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Thu 4 Apr

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Yellow Bus Burgers

Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks and Burgers from Yellow Bus Co. Tables are..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 5 Apr

ABBA Tribute Band Sensation

EVERYONE WELCOME About The Performance Widely considered to be one of the best ever Abba Tribute Acts, they... See more >
Stahl Theatre Oundle Peterborough PE8 4EJ
Fri 5 Apr

Table-top sale (preloved and new items)

Table top Sale. To book a table ring Richard on 07887617978 See more >
All Saints Church Community Hall NN16 9AT
Sat 6 Apr

Spring Wedding Fair

Congratulations on your engagement! It's an exciting time and there's lots to think about, which is where..... See more >
Rushden Goods Shed John Clark Way Rushden NN10 0FW
Sun 7 Apr

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS

The Old Vicarage - Open Garden for NGS The vicarage garden was once the centre of village life. Fifty yrs on, garden life is different with unexpected trees,..... See more >
The Old Vicarage, Daventry NN11 2ND
Sun 7 Apr

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Heritage Train Rides

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Heritage Train Rides Train rides through the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside. Ride our new extended line to a new station at..... See more >
Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA
Sun 7 Apr, Sun 14 Apr, and more dates until Sun 19 May

Meteorology Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

The global community have been talking about CLIMATE CHANGE for several decades but still many people deny its... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Sun 7 Apr

Astronomy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

30pm TELESCOPIC TOPICS A meeting comprising member contributions on various astronomy themes. Your chance to show..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Mon 8 Apr

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

SET SUBJECT COMPETITION A themed competition for up to three images per member per round. This round to illustrate..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Wed 10 Apr

General Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE BETWEEN THE 1890S AND 1930S, PART 2. Historic images taken from large format glass plates originally..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Thu 11 Apr

A Journey Along the Welland Valley

Illustrated Talk - by Robin Cullup (unusually on a Thursday evening) From Market Harborough to Stamford, then on the... See more >
All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR
Thu 11 Apr

Flore Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Flore Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Flore gardens have been open since 1963 as part of the Flore Flower Festival. The partnership with the NGS started in..... See more >
Flore Gardens, Northampton NN7 4LQ
Sun 14 Apr

Curation Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

EXPLORING THE SOCIETY'S COLLECTIONS. The society has a number of important collections including - butterflies,..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Mon 15 Apr, Mon 29 Apr

Microscopy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

THE PMS ERNIE IVES SLIDE COLLECTION (PART 1), led by our own national beetle expert Tim Newton. A rare opportunity to..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Tue 16 Apr

Northamptonshire Film Archive

Northamptonshire Film Archive The Northamptonshire Film Archive will project some historic local films. Will you be able to remember where they were..... See more >
The Eden Centre, 21 Montagu Street, Kettering NN16 8XG
Tue 16 Apr

Traditional Jazz evening

A monthly traditional jazz evening with The New Orleans Hotshots Jazz Band; leader, trombonist: Dave Harmer... See more >
The Wharf Inn, Welford NN6 6JQ
Tue 16 Apr

Spring Garden Tour and Afternoon Tea with the Head Gardener

Join an exclusive tour of Canons Ashby’s beautiful garden this spring led by our Head Gardener. Learn about the history..... See more >
Canons Ashby NT, Canons Ashby, Nr Daventry NN11 3SD
Wed 17 Apr

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

INTO THE THRONE ROOM OF THE MOUNTAIN GODS by George Robertson DPAG. A photographic record of a journey into the remote..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Wed 17 Apr

Geology Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

EXPLORING FOR THE NEW ION AGE: ELECTRIC VEHICLES, BATTERIES AND THEIR SOURCE MINERALS. Don Munn will talk about the..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Thu 18 Apr

Health & Wellbeing Talk - Gut Health & IBS Recovery

Resolve your Gut Issues. Restore your health for life! Gain some expert insights, plus top tips and advice about Gut..... See more >
Duston Community Centre Pendle Road NN5 6DT
Thu 18 Apr

Fun Quiz night

Fun Quiz. Bring your own drink/nibbles. Max 4 people per team. See more >
All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR
Fri 19 Apr

Big Barn Sale at Saxbys Cider on 19th & 20th April

Come and bag yourself a bargain at the Big Barn Sale on the cider yard at Saxbys Cider. Everything is from a local,..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 19 Apr and Sat 20 Apr

Tea Dance

Ballroom and Sequence Everyone welcome. Tea dance See more >
All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR
Sat 20 Apr

Fly Casting and Fly Tying Tuition

Low cost coaching in fly casting and fly tying, provided by Mid Northants Trout Fishers' Association... See more >
Pitsford Fishing Lodge, Brixworth Rd, Holcot, Near Northampton NN6 9SJ
Sat 20 Apr

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 20th April at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 20 Apr

General Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

FIRST ANNUAL EXHIBITION AND OPEN DAY. A day to celebrate the NNHS and its work and sections. Everybody is welcome,..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Sat 20 Apr

Rosi's Taverna - Open Garden for NGS

Rosi’s Taverna - Open Garden for NGS An established medium south facing town garden. Kitchen garden intermingles with flowers, shrubs, plenty of fruit..... See more >
Rosi’s Taverna, Kettering NN15 5DT
Sun 21 Apr

Holdenby House & Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Holdenby House & Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Holdenby has a historic Grade I listed garden. The inner garden inc Rosemary Vereys renowned Elizabethan Garden and..... See more >
Holdenby House & Gardens, Northampton NN6 8DJ
Sun 21 Apr

Cottesbrooke Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Cottesbrooke Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Award-winning gardens by Geoffrey Jellicoe, Dame Sylvia Crowe, James Alexander-Sinclair, and more recently Arne Maynard... See more >
Cottesbrooke Hall Gardens, Northampton NN6 8PF
Sun 21 Apr

Briarwood - Open Garden for NGS

Briarwood - Open Garden for NGS A garden for all seasons with quirky original sculptures and many faces. Firstly, a south aspect lawn and borders..... See more >
Briarwood, Kettering NN15 5AF
Sun 21 Apr

Spring Craft Market

After the success of our Christmas Fair, we are excited to announce that we will be holding our first 'Spring... See more >
Finedon Community Centre, 71 Wellingborough Road, Finedon NN9 5LG
Sun 21 Apr

FREE taster session with the Towcester Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Towcester Rock Choir If you are wanting to find a local choir to join you'll find a happy place with us in the Rock Choir... See more >
Town Hall, 86 Watling Street, Towcester NN12 6BS
Tue 23 Apr, Tue 14 May, Tue 4 Jun, Tue 11 Jun

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

UNDERWOOD CUP – FINAL The round where the winning images from the previous three rounds of our pictorial images... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Wed 24 Apr

Zoology Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

NATURAL HISTORY SEEN THROUGH MY SMART PHONE by John Smith. A talk showing how I have used an old iPhone 5 to record the..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Thu 25 Apr

Festival of Power

An action packed weekend of family Drag Racing entertainment including Jet Cars Show and National Drag Racing... See more >
Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX
Fri 26 Apr to Sun 28 Apr

Luvely Jubbley: The Story of Only Fools & Horses

Steve Dimmer presents - From 1981 until 2003, Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Uncle Albert, Trigger, Boycie and the rest made... See more >
All Saints Church Hall, William St, Kettering NN16 9RR
Fri 26 Apr

Puccini Remembered

An all-Puccini programme to mark the centenary of Giacomo Puccini's death. See more >
St Peter’s Church, Oundle PE8 4EE
Sat 27 Apr

Cider & Sausage Fest at Saxby's Taproom with T Bone Afrika All Stars!

SAXBY'S, SAUSAGES & AFRO GROOVE MUSIC TO GET YOU DANCING! T Bone Afrika All Stars are a band who perform..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 27 Apr

Finedon Town Bowls Club

FREE EVENT Come along and give bowls a try Fun for all the family All equipment supplied Flat soled... See more >
Wellingborough Road, Finedon NN9 5LG
Sat 27 Apr

Guilsborough Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Guilsborough Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Enjoy a warm welcome in this village with its very attractive rural setting of rolling hills and reservoirs... See more >
Guilsborough Gardens, Guilsborough NN6 8RA
Sun 28 Apr

Earls Barton Bowls Club

Earls Barton bowls Club are holding an Open Day 11am - 3pm FREE Open Green, with a coach on hand to... See more >
The Piece Earls Barton NN6 0NT
Sun 28 Apr

FREE taster session with the Brackley Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Brackley Rock Choir Are you looking to find a choir? Your local Brackley choir is run by vocal tutor Liga Milune. A local community..... See more >
Brackley Methodist Church, High Street, Brackley NN13 7ZX
Mon 29 Apr

Astronomy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

ARROKOTH by Kelsi Singer, South West Research Institute. When New Horizons passed by the most distant object ever..... See more >
The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD
Mon 29 Apr

FREE taster session with the Higham Ferrers/Wellingborough Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Higham Ferrers/Wellingborough Rock Choir If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll like singing with us in the Rock Choir. The Higham Ferrers Rock..... See more >
The Ferrers School, Queensway, Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF
Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, Tue 14 May

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir If you are wanting to learn to sing you'll find a happy place with us in the Rock Choir. The local..... See more >
Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane, Grange Park, Northampton NN4 5FZ
Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 25 Jun

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Feast BBQ

Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks and a BBQ from Feast. Tables are available on a..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 3 May

Plant a Pumpkin

Plant a pumpkin seedling in a compostable pot to take home and grow. Keep in touch with us online and let us know how..... See more >
Canons Ashby NT, Canons Ashby, Nr Daventry NN11 3SD
Sat 4 May to Mon 6 May

Quinky Vintage and Alternative

Quinky Vintage and Alternative Market Clothing, Accessories, Quality Crafts. See more >
4 - 6 Guildhall Road Northampton NN1 1DP
Sat 4 May

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Teddy Bear Weekend

Steam train rides Sun and Mon, diesel trains on Sat. Any child (15 or under) with a Teddy Bear GOES FREE!... See more >
Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA
Sat 4 May to Mon 6 May

East Midlands Steam and Country Show - Craft Marquee

Craft Marquee at a very popular event Footfall 10 to 20K. The event follows on from another event that ran for over 40..... See more >
Lancaster Farm, Higham Ferrers NN10 8LB
Sat 4 May to Mon 6 May

136 High Street - Open Garden for NGS

136 High Street - Open Garden for NGS Large garden developed by the current owners over the past 20 yrs. Various different planting habitats inc areas..... See more >
136 High Street, Irchester NN29 7AB
Sun 5 May

Great Brington Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Great Brington Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Great Brington is proud of over 28 yrs association with the NGS and arguably one of the most successful one day scheme... See more >
Great Brington Gardens, Northampton NN7 4JJ
Sun 5 May

Ravensthorpe Nursery - Open Garden for NGS

Ravensthorpe Nursery - Open Garden for NGS Approx 1 acre garden wrapped around the nursery with beautiful views. Planted with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous..... See more >
Ravensthorpe Nursery, Ravensthorpe NN6 8ES
Fri 10 May to Sun 12 May, Fri 31 May, Sat 1 Jun, Fri 5 Jul to Sun 7 Jul

Greywalls - Open Garden for NGS

Greywalls - Open Garden for NGS Greywalls is an old vicarage set in 2 acres of relaxed country gardens planted for year-round interest... See more >
Greywalls, nr Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sun 12 May

Jap Show

A car show where it doesn’t matter whether you drive a modified Nissan Micra or a performance race-spec Evo, ride a... See more >
Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX
Sun 12 May

Dene Lodge - Open Garden for NGS

Dene Lodge - Open Garden for NGS An established garden sloping downward from east to west with many trees, shrubs, roses, perennials and bulbs... See more >
Dene Lodge, Kettering NN16 9JE
Sun 19 May

1 Hinwick Close - Open Garden for NGS

1 Hinwick Close - Open Garden for NGS In the past 15 yrs Pat and Snowy have transformed this space into a wildlife haven. The garden has numerous influences;..... See more >
1 Hinwick Close, Kettering NN15 6GB
Sun 19 May

Oaklea - Open Garden for NGS

Oaklea - Open Garden for NGS An interesting and deceptive garden featuring courtyard area with succulents, seasonal pots, troughs and baskets... See more >
Oaklea, Irchester NN29 7DF
Sun 19 May, Sun 14 Jul

Little Brington Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Little Brington Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Seven wonderful gardens in the historic village of Little Brington, nestled in the Northamptonshire farmlands will open... See more >
Little Brington Gardens, Northampton NN7 4HS
Sun 19 May

Maidwell Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Maidwell Gardens - Open Garden for NGS A friendly village with horses exercising daily and often sheep being herded through. The gardens opening are varied..... See more >
Maidwell Gardens, Northampton NN6 9JF
Sun 19 May

Badby Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Badby Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Delightful hilly village with attractive old houses of golden coloured Hornton stone, set around a C14 church and two... See more >
Badby Gardens, Daventry NN11 3AR
Sun 19 May

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... See more >
St Crispins Retirement Village, St Thomas Street, Duston, Northampton NN5 4RB
Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, and more dates until Mon 1 Jul

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 25th May at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 25 May

Canons Ashby Book Fair

Come to the medieval Priory Church and browse a wide selection of books which have been donated by our supporters, all... See more >
Canons Ashby NT, Canons Ashby, Nr Daventry NN11 3SD
Sat 25 May to Sun 2 Jun

Crick Boat Show

The 2024 Crick Boat Show, Britain's biggest inland waterways festival, will showcase the inland waterways... See more >
Crick Marina, West Haddon Road, near Daventry NN6 7SQ
Sat 25 May, Mon 27 May

Jazzy Blossomfest 25th May 2024 5-10pm

Join us in the taproom and cider yard at Saxby’s Cider at Grange Farm, Farndish from 5pm for BlossomFest 2024... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 25 May

Irchester Bowling Club Open Day 2024

Irchester Bowling Club Open Day 2024 As part of the Bowls Big Weekend, which is taking place all over the County Irchester Bowling Club Open Day 10am -... See more >
110 High Street, Irchester NN29 7AB
Sat 25 May and Sun 26 May

Newnham Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Newnham Gardens - Open Garden for NGS You are so welcome to Newnham. Five plant-lover gardens inc a new garden opening this yr, all set in our beautiful old..... See more >
Newnham Gardens, Daventry NN11 3HF
Sun 26 May

The Importance of Being Earnest

Everybody loves Ernest. In fact, Cecily and Gwendolen are both engaged to Ernest. The only trouble is, he doesn’t..... See more >
Denton Village Hall NN7 1DT
Sun 26 May

Titchmarsh House - Open Garden for NGS

Titchmarsh House - Open Garden for NGS The gardens are spread over 4½ acres with formal and wild areas, a hedged quiet garden, and inc collections of... See more >
Titchmarsh House, Titchmarsh NN14 3DA
Mon 27 May

East Haddon Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

East Haddon Gardens - Open Garden for NGS The pretty village of East Haddon dates back to the Norman invasion. The oldest surviving building is St Mary's,..... See more >
East Haddon Gardens, Northampton NN6 8BT
Mon 27 May

Walgrave Open Gardens

Walgrave Open Gardens Village Open Gardens. Approximately 10 individual gardens. Various sizes. A variety of styles including formal and..... See more >
Walgrave Northamptonshire NN6 9PZ
Sat 1 Jun and Sun 2 Jun

Gluten-free Beer & Cider Festival by Northamptonshire Coeliac Group

Gluten-free Beer & Cider Festival organised by the Northamptonshire Coeliac Group. Live band and gluten-free food stall See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 1 Jun

Taproom afternoons at Saxby's Cider

Our taproom will be open all afternoon with seating inside and out. Take your dog out for a walk and pop in and see..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 1 Jun, Sat 8 Jun, Sat 22 Jun, Sat 20 Jul, Sat 27 Jul

67-69 High Street - Open Garden for NGS

67-69 High Street - Open Garden for NGS acre rear garden of C17 cottage (not open). Early spring garden with snowdrops and hellebores, summer and autumn mixed..... See more >
67-69 High Street, Finedon NN9 5JN
Sun 2 Jun, Sun 30 Jun

Ravensthorpe Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Ravensthorpe Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Attractive village in Northamptonshire uplands near to Ravensthorpe reservoir and Top Ardles Wood Woodland Trust which... See more >
Ravensthorpe Gardens, Ravensthorpe NN6 8ES
Sun 2 Jun

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Serious Dough Pizza

Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks and Serious Dough Pizza. Tables are available on..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 7 Jun

Lamport Hall - Open Garden for NGS

Lamport Hall - Open Garden for NGS Home of the Isham family for over 400 yrs, the extensive herbaceous borders complement the Elizabethan bowling lawns,... See more >
Lamport Hall, Northampton NN6 9HD
Sat 8 Jun

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday8th June at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 8 Jun

Hostellarie - Open Garden for NGS

Hostellarie - Open Garden for NGS Hostellarie is a long town garden divided into rooms. Lawns and grass paths lead you through varied colour borders,..... See more >
Hostellarie, Desborough NN14 2PT
Sun 9 Jun

Harpole Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Harpole Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Harpole is an attractive village nestling at the foot of Harpole Hills with many houses built of local sandstone... See more >
Harpole Gardens, Harpole NN7 4BX
Sun 9 Jun

Old Rectory, Quinton - Open Garden for NGS

Old Rectory, Quinton - Open Garden for NGS A contemporary 3 acre rectory garden designed by multi-award-winning designer, Anoushka Feiler. Taking the Old..... See more >
Old Rectory, Quinton, Northampton NN7 2ED
Sun 9 Jun

Spratton Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Spratton Gardens - Open Garden for NGS As well as attractive cottage gardens alongside old Northampton stone houses, Spratton also has unusual gardens, inc... See more >
Spratton Gardens, Spratton NN6 8HP
Sun 9 Jun

Kelmarsh Hall & Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Kelmarsh Hall & Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Kelmarsh Hall is an elegant Palladian house set in glorious Northamptonshire countryside with highly regarded gardens,... See more >
Kelmarsh Hall & Gardens, Northampton NN6 9LY
Sun 9 Jun

16 Leys Avenue - Open Garden for NGS

16 Leys Avenue - Open Garden for NGS A town garden with two water features, plus a stream and a pond flanked by a 12ft clinker-built boat. There are six..... See more >
16 Leys Avenue, Desborough NN14 2PY
Sun 9 Jun

Northampton Book Fair

The Provincial Booksellers Fairs Association are pleased to announce the return of the Northampton Book Fair... See more >
The St Thomas Centre at Northampton Cathedral, Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton NN2 6AG
Sat 15 Jun

Rosearie-de-la-Nymph - Open Garden for NGS

Rosearie-de-la-Nymph - Open Garden for NGS We have been developing this romantic garden for about 20 yrs and now have over 1800 roses, inc English, French and... See more >
Rosearie-de-la-Nymph, Northampton NN3 7UE
Sun 16 Jun, Sun 23 Jun

Dodford Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Dodford Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Dodford is a charming small village in a very peaceful location. This new and evolving group, based around the..... See more >
Dodford Gardens, Northampton NN7 4SX
Sun 16 Jun

Flore Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Flore Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Flore gardens have been open since 1963 as part of the Flore Flower Festival. The partnership with the NGS started in..... See more >
Flore Gardens, Northampton NN7 4LQ
Sat 22 Jun and Sun 23 Jun

Big Smarty Pants Quiz

Doors and bar will open at 6pm and the quiz starts at 7pm sharp. Expect audience participation and some silliness along..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 22 Jun

Long Buckby Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Long Buckby Gardens - Open Garden for NGS Nine gardens in the historic village of Long Buckby inc three new gardens. We have been busy creating new borders,..... See more >
Long Buckby Gardens, Northampton NN6 7RE
Sun 23 Jun

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Farmer Lou Hog Roast

Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks and a BBQ from Farmer Lou. Tables are available..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 5 Jul

Local Producers Summer Fair 12-5pm

Loads of stalls from local producers, including beer, cheese, candles, honey, cakes, jewellery, soft furnishings, gifts... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sun 7 Jul

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 20th July at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 20 Jul

C2C Grows - Community Allotment Garden - Open Garden for NGS

C2C Grows - Community Allotment Garden - Open Garden for NGS C2C Grows is a community allotment project run by the charity C2C Social Action. The project offers social and..... See more >
C2C Grows - Community Allotment Garden, Northampton NN2 6RP
Sun 21 Jul

Maidwell Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Maidwell Gardens - Open Garden for NGS A friendly village with horses exercising daily and often sheep being herded through. The gardens opening are varied..... See more >
Maidwell Gardens, Northampton NN6 9JF
Sun 21 Jul

Woodcote Villa - Open Garden for NGS

Woodcote Villa - Open Garden for NGS In a much admired location, this stunning canal side garden has a large variety of plants, styles, structures and... See more >
Woodcote Villa, Northampton NN6 7EW
Sun 21 Jul, Sun 1 Sep

The Green Patch - Open Garden for NGS

The Green Patch - Open Garden for NGS The Green Patch is a 2½ acre, Green Flag award-winning community garden, nestled in the heart of England... See more >
The Green Patch, Kettering NN16 0LU
Sun 28 Jul

Nonsuch - Open Garden for NGS

Nonsuch - Open Garden for NGS acre country garden within a conservation boundary stone wall. Mature trees, enhanced by many rare and unusual shrubs..... See more >
Nonsuch, Wellingborough NN9 5NL
Sun 28 Jul

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Hyde Dhaba

Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks + food from Hyde Dhaba. Tables are available on a..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 2 Aug

Rushden Classic Car Show

Over 400 classic cars will be joining us in the beautiful Hall Park in Rushden, Northants. There will also be 40..... See more >
Hall Park, Rushden NN10 9NG
Sun 4 Aug

Ember BBQ at Saxby's Cider

We're teaming up with Ember again to bring you a chilled afternoon of delicious food and great cider... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sun 4 Aug

136 High Street - Open Garden for NGS

136 High Street - Open Garden for NGS Large garden developed by the current owners over the past 20 yrs. Various different planting habitats inc areas..... See more >
136 High Street, Irchester NN29 7AB
Sun 4 Aug

Unversed

Written & Performed by Beckis Cooper Directed by the award-winning Rachel Fowler. Unversed … An eager young..... See more >
The Prebendal Manor House, Nassington PE8 6QG
Sat 10 Aug

PYO Sunflowers at Saxbys Cider

PYO sunflowers Saxbys Cider bar hot food and drinks plenty of benches See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 10 Aug, Sun 11 Aug, Sat 17 Aug, Sun 18 Aug, Sat 24 Aug to Mon 26 Aug, Sat 31 Aug, Sun 1 Sep

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 17th August at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 17 Aug

Highfields - Open Garden for NGS

Highfields - Open Garden for NGS Two sheltered mixed courtyard gardens with vibrant colours; granite path winds between lawn borders; formal walled... See more >
Highfields, Towcester NN12 8DS
Sun 18 Aug

UK Monster Truck Nationals

The UK's Premier Monster Truck Festival. A fantastic day out for the whole family featuring Monster Truck Racing..... See more >
SANTA POD RACEWAY AIRFIELD ROAD PODINGTON WELLINGBOROUGH NN29 7XA
Sun 18 Aug

Thrapston Beer Festival and Family Fun Day 2024

FREE ENTRY ALL WEEKEND. Thrapston Annual Beer Festival 2024! Friday 23 August 2024, 17:00 start until late on..... See more >
Castle Playing fields, Chancery Lane, Thrapston, Kettering NN14 4JL
Fri 23 Aug to Sun 25 Aug

Buses Festival 2024

The festival, which is organised in conjunction with the BUSES Magazine team will feature a display of up to 100... See more >
Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshire NN6 0BN
Sun 1 Sep

Ravensthorpe Nursery - Open Garden for NGS

Ravensthorpe Nursery - Open Garden for NGS Approx 1 acre garden wrapped around the nursery with beautiful views. Planted with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous..... See more >
Ravensthorpe Nursery, Ravensthorpe NN6 8ES
Fri 6 Sep to Sun 8 Sep

Briarwood - Open Garden for NGS

Briarwood - Open Garden for NGS A garden for all seasons with quirky original sculptures and many faces. Firstly, a south aspect lawn and borders..... See more >
Briarwood, Kettering NN15 5AF
Sun 8 Sep

Rosi's Taverna - Open Garden for NGS

Rosi’s Taverna - Open Garden for NGS An established medium south facing town garden. Kitchen garden intermingles with flowers, shrubs, plenty of fruit..... See more >
Rosi’s Taverna, Kettering NN15 5DT
Sun 8 Sep

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Maya Korean Food

Not on the first Friday this time! Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks and Korean..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Fri 13 Sep

Aldwincle Flower & Vegetable Show (provisional diary date)

This is very friendly Show for everyone and we particularly welcome first time entrants, many win prizes on the first... See more >
Aldwincle Village Hall, Aldwincle, Kettering NN3
Sat 14 Sep

Coton Manor Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Coton Manor Garden - Open Garden for NGS 10 acre garden set in peaceful countryside with old yew and holly hedges and extensive herbaceous borders, containing... See more >
Coton Manor Garden, Northampton NN6 8RQ
Sun 15 Sep

Kettering Vintage Rally & Steam Fayre

A steam & vintage vehicle rally, with up to 1000 exhibits, with traction engines, mini steam, cars, lorries,... See more >
Land off the A510 & A14 at Cranford, Nr. Kettering, Northants NN14 4AW
Sat 21 Sep and Sun 22 Sep

Northampton Dragon Boat Festival 2024

ENTRIES NOW OPEN: Introducing the Inaugural Northampton Dragon Boat Festival 2024: A Roaring Celebration for... See more >
Billing Aquadrome, Crow Ln, Great Billing, Northampton NN3 9DA
Sat 28 Sep

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 28th September at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the..... See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 28 Sep

Gin & Rum Festival Northampton

Join the fun and discover a unique experience that celebrates the best of Gin and Rum and promises the party of the... See more >
The County Ground, Abington Ave, Northampton NN1 4PR
Sat 5 Oct

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Sir John Falstaff, everyone's favourite Shakespearean sleazeball, has fallen on hard times. In order to fix his..... See more >
Denton Village Hall NN7 1DT
Sun 6 Oct

PYO Pumpkins at Saxbys Cider

PYO pumpkins Saxbys Cider bar hot food & drinks trailer rides kids side shows See more >
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Sat 12 Oct, Sun 13 Oct, Sat 19 Oct, Sun 20 Oct, Sat 26 Oct to Thu 31 Oct

Boughton House - Open Garden for NGS

Boughton House - Open Garden for NGS The Northamptonshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch. The garden opening inc opportunities to see the..... See more >
Boughton House, Kettering NN14 1BJ
Sun 20 Oct

Things to do around Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire is a county in England, that has a lot to offer for anyone looking for a fun and memorable day out. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the county, enjoy the natural beauty of the countryside and the parks, or have some adrenaline-filled adventures, Northamptonshire has something for everyone. Here are some of the top things to do in Northamptonshire:
- Experience the thrill of racing, karting, trampoline parks, and more at Silverstone Circuit¹, TeamSport Indoor Karting², RedKangaroo Northampton, and Whilton Mill Karting and Outdoor Activities. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Northamptonshire at the Althorp House, the Rockingham Castle, the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, and the Northampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, jewels, paintings, and stories from different periods and cultures.
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Catanger Llamas, the Coton Manor Garden, the Stanwick Lakes, and the Nene Valley Railway. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely train ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Icarus Falconry, the Virtual Aerospace, the Trapp'd Escape Rooms, and the Royal & Derngate Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the aviation history, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Northamptonshire is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Northamptonshire. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.