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Join our choir in Higham Ferrers/Wellingborough for a FREE taster session

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Higham Ferrers Rock Choir is led by local singing..... See more >

The Ferrers School, Queensway, Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF

Today, Tue 30 Apr, Tue 7 May, Tue 14 May, Tue 21 May

FREE taster session with the Towcester Rock Choir

If you have ever wondered 'are there any community choirs near me?' then the answer is firmly yes!... See more >

Town Hall, 86 Watling Street, Towcester NN12 6BS

Today, Tue 30 Apr, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the... See more >

Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane, Grange Park, Northampton NN4 5FZ

Today, Tue 7 May, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Northamptonshire

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

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 27 Apr, Sat 4 May, Sat 11 May, Sat 18 May, Sat 25 May

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

Heritage Fair

Heritage Fair at Wicksteed Park Pavilion. u3a Kettering Family History Group has a stand along with dozens of other..... See more >

Wicksteed Park Pavilion NN17 6NJ

Sun 28 Apr

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 28 Apr, Sun 12 May, Sun 19 May

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

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 29 Apr

FREE taster session with the Brackley Rock Choir

Are you looking to join a choir? The Brackley Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Liga Milune. Our No... See more >

Brackley Methodist Church, High Street, Brackley NN13 7ZX

Mon 29 Apr, Mon 13 May, Mon 20 May, Mon 10 Jun

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

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

SET SUBJECT COMPETITION - FINAL The final round where the winners from the previous four rounds of our ‘set subject’... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 1 May

Botany Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

COMMON FLOWERS, MORE COMMON FLOWERS; AND LESS COMMON FLOWERS. Seán Karley, a very knowledgeable botanist, created these..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 2 May

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

Unique Medieval Round Church in Northampton Now Open

CHURCH OPEN DAYS - MAY -SEPTEMBER Our Medieval Round Church has been welcoming visitors since 1100 AD and in 2024... See more >

Church Of The Holy Sepulchre, 1 Church Ln, Northampton NN1 3NL

Sat 4 May, Sat 11 May, and more dates until Sat 29 Jun

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

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

Meteorology Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

THE LAST MONTH’S WEATHER A look at recent weather events and trends and a chance to discuss any metrological subjects... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Sun 5 May, Sun 2 Jun

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

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

Kingsthorpe Bowling Club Open Day 2024

FREE OPEN DAY Sunday 5th May 11am - 3pm Try Bowls for FREE ALL WELCOME Equipment provided Flat Footwear... See more >

Central Avenue, Whitehills, Northampton NN2 8DZ

Sun 5 May

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 6 May

Microscopy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

TRICHOMES by Mike Asquith. The plant world has an immense range of Trichomes, most of them easy to image under the..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Tue 7 May

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

BEXLEY AV GROUP by Roger Stevens ARPS DPAGB. Roger will present a number of short AV’s including some natural history... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 8 May

General Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

GEORGE CLARIDGE DRUCE George was a Northamptonian who was a man of many skills, including - chemist, author of... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 9 May

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

Night of the Stars with Sandy Smith

We welcome back Sandy Smith with her Sell-Out Show of Night of the Stars. Don't miss this return visit!... See more >

The Playhouse Theatre Northampton, 115 Clare Street Northampton NN1 3JA

Fri 10 May

Jumble Sale

Jumble Sale Saturday 11th May 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Kingsthorpe Baptist Church (entrance Waitrose Car Park)..... See more >

Entrance Waitrose Car Park Harborough Road NN2 7BD

Sat 11 May

An Evening of Burlesque

Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling entertainment – the UK’s longest running burlesque show –..... See more >

Royal & Derngate 19-21 Guildhall Road Northampton NN1 1DP

Sat 11 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

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

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? Your friendly local Northampton..... See more >

St Crispins Retirement Village, St Thomas Street, Duston, Northampton NN5 4RB

Mon 13 May, Mon 20 May, Mon 3 Jun, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 17 Jun

Astronomy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

LECTURE TOPIC TO BE ADVISED. Lecture by Dr Steve Barrett, a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Physics..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Mon 13 May

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 13 May, Mon 27 May, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 24 Jun

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

CORNWALL CUP - FINAL The round where the winners from the previous three rounds of our natural history images... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 15 May

Geology Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

THE STORY OF AMBER. Amber has been known about since at least the fourth century BCE. In this talk Sue Barker will..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 16 May

Health & Wellbeing Talk - Reframing the Menopause

Come and join us for an informative presentation about reframing the menopause with Lisa Shefchick a Wellbeing and Self... See more >

Duston Community Centre Pendle Road NN5 6DT

Thu 16 May

V W Breakout

VW Breakout Fri 17th to Sun 19th May 2024 Family Friendly VW Weekender! A three-day relaxed VW Festival with all..... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Fri 17 May to Sun 19 May

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

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

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

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

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

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

Microscopy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

DIATOMS by Mike Gibson. Diatoms are microscopic organisms with a silicified cell wall that are found widely in ponds,..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Tue 21 May

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 21 May, Tue 18 Jun, Tue 16 Jul

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

PHOTOGRAPHIC PRACTICALNIGHT We will be taking advantage of the long evenings to dosome outdoor photography... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 22 May

The FIA Main Event

FIA/FIM Main Event Fri 24th to Mon 27th May 2024 FIA European Drag Racing Championships Inc FIM Europe Drag... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Thu 23 May, Mon 27 May

General Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

MAIN SOCIETY AGM. NNHS members are encouraged to attend to contribute in the running of their society. See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 23 May

Easton on the Hill Annual Gala and Beer Festival

Our 16th Annual Gala- a 5 day festival of entertainment and fun for all the family. In aid of village organisations,..... See more >

In and around The Blue Bell Pub, 9 High Street, Easton on the Hill PE9 3LR

Thu 23 May to Mon 27 May

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Archaeology/History Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

THE TAYLOR MEMORIAL HALL CASTILIAN STREET NORTHAMPTON. Designed by Alexander Ellis Anderson (1866-1935), the Taylor..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 23 May

Early Summer Coffee Morning with The Nene River Valley Trust

Campaigns sub committee members will be on hand to explain more about past and current resolutions. With our Clean..... See more >

WI House, 71 Park View, Moulton, Northampton NN3 7UZ

Fri 24 May

Bowls Big Weekend 2024

Bowls Clubs throughout the County are holding FREE Open Days During the May Bank Holiday weekend Sat 25th / Sun 26th... See more >

Throughout Northamptonshire NN29 7AB

Sat 25 May

Kettering Lodge Bowling Club

OPEN DAYS ALL AGES WELCOME ALL EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED PLEASE WEAR FLAT FOOTWEAR See more >

Northampton Road, Kettering, Northants NN15 7JU

Sat 25 May

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

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

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

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

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

Higham Ferrers Town Bowls Club - Open Day

Our Open Day is for anyone of any age and level, who might be interested in giving bowls a try. The day will..... See more >

Vine Hill Drive, Higham Ferrers, Rushden, Northants NN10 8EF

Sun 26 May

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

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Strawberries and Steam

Steam train rides* with complimentary strawberries and cream for all visitors. Buffet open serving hot and cold..... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 26 May and Mon 27 May

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

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

Astronomy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

TELESCOPIC TOPICS A meeting comprising member contributions on various astronomy themes. Your chance to show the..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Mon 27 May, Mon 24 Jun

Tiffield Open Gardens

TIFFIELD Open Gardens. Tiffield NN12 8AB Monday 27th May Noon onwards til 1700hrs Now in its 22nd year Tiffield opens..... See more >

Tiffield NN12 8AB

Mon 27 May

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Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NIGHT An evening where members can show their photographs taken in Northamptonshire’s parks and... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 29 May

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

Northampton & Lamport Railway - Model Weekend

Trains of all sizes come together for 2 days of action-packed fun! Full-sized steam and heritage diesel trains rides..... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sat 1 Jun and Sun 2 Jun

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

Creaton in Bloom

Creaton in Bloom has been running in beautiful rural Northamptonshire for over 20 years and is based around an open... See more >

The Green, Creaton NN6 8ND

Sun 2 Jun

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

Northampton Colour Run

A 5k fun run, where participants get covered in different coloured paint on the course. We welcome all ages and..... See more >

Overstone Park Sywell Road Overstone Northampton NN6 0AB

Sun 2 Jun

Vauxhall Show

The Vauxhall Show Car Show on Sunday 2nd June 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway With Run What Ya Brung on Saturday 1st June... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Sun 2 Jun

Microscopy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

MAKING VIDEOS THROUGH THE MICROSCOPE by John Smith. A sequel to John's remarkable presentation last year... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Tue 4 Jun

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

COLOUR AND MONOCHROME PRINT FINALS Today the winners from the previous three rounds of our Print competitions battle... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 5 Jun

Botany Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

ABERRANT BOTANIST IN CATALUNYA Seán Karley will talk about flowers he saw on his visit to Catalunya, and other things... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 6 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

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

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

Ravensthorpe Village Hall Craft & Gift Fair

Get ready for a treat at the up and coming craft and gift fair extravaganza! There will be a treasure trove of stalls..... See more >

1 High Street Ravensthorpe Northampton NN6 8EH

Sat 8 Jun

Syresham Open Gardens

Gardens will be open in the village of Syresham as part of our Village Celebration Day. Morning Coffee, Lunches and..... See more >

Syresham, Near Brackley NN13

Sat 8 Jun

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

The Retro Show

Retro Show Sunday 9th June 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway This static show is a celebration of vehicles from yesteryear... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway Airfield Road, Podington NN29 7DX

Sun 9 Jun

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

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

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

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

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

Astronomy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

THE GAIA SPACE TELESCOPE by Dr Floor van Leeuwen – Institute of Astronomy, Cambridge. DrFloor van Leeuwen is manager..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Mon 10 Jun

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

A TRIPTYCH ON THE SUBJECT OF SPRING An opportunity to show photographs on the subject of spring and present them as a... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 12 Jun

General Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

A VIRTUAL JOURNEY ALONG THE GREENWICH MERIDIAN FROM PEACEHAVEN TO TUNSTALL. A pictorial tour of the Greenwich Meridian..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 13 Jun

Ford Show Reloaded

The Fast Show Reloaded Car Show NOW on Saturday 15th June 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway Fast Show fans can rejoice as... See more >

Airfield Road, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA

Sat 15 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

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

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Cream Tea Specials

Enjoy a luxurious Cream Tea in first class style as you gently roll through the Northamptonshire countryside!... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 16 Jun, Sun 21 Jul, Sun 4 Aug

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

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Fathers Day - Dads go FREE

Treat Dad this Father's Day to a STEAM TRAIN ride at the Northampton and Lamport Railway, where all Dads ride... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 16 Jun

Microscopy Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

MY FAVOURITE MICROSCOPY & WILDLIFE BOOKS led by Tim Newton. We all have a favourite book(s) we turn to when we wish to..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Tue 18 Jun

Photography Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

MONOPOD COMPETITION The last meeting of our 2023-24 programme is our annual set subject competition depicting religious... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Wed 19 Jun

Geology Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

THE SPRINGS AND WELLS OF NORTHAMPTON: Where Geology and People Meet. Bob Purser will look at how local geology has..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 20 Jun

All Day 80s Party at Saxbys Cider Taproom

Our taproom will be open all afternoon with seating inside and out. We will be playing all the best 80s tunes all..... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 22 Jun

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

BMW Show

BMW Show Sunday 23rd June 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway with Saturday Night Special RWYB on 22nd June 2024 The BMW Car... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway Podington Northants NN29 7DX

Sun 23 Jun

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

Archaeology/History Section Northamptonshire Natural History Society

NORTHAMPTON TOWN HALL AND ITS SCULPTURES. Our Town Hall, designed by Edward William Godwin and later extended by..... See more >

The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castillian Terrace, Northampton NN1 1LD

Thu 27 Jun

1940's Autumn Dance

1940's Dance in support of Rushden's Armed Forces Day in the Rushden Goods Shed featuring the Blitz Dancers... See more >

Rushden Goods Shed, John Clark Way, Rushden, Northants, NN10 0AU Station Approach NN10 0AW

Sat 29 Jun

Dragstalgia

Dragstalgia Fri 5th to Sun 7th July 2024 A vintage lifestyle weekend dedicated to race cars, bikes and hot rods... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway Airfield Road Podington NN29 7DX

Thu 4 Jul, Sun 7 Jul

Coffee Morning - and have a Dabble at various Crafts

The Arts, Sports & Leisure committee is hosting this coffee morning when three crafts will be demonstrated throughout... See more >

WI House, 71 Park View, Moulton, Northampton NN3 7UZ

Fri 5 Jul

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

A Magical Summer Craft Fair

Exciting Summer Event ! After the success last years fairy fair., we are having a magical Summer Craft fair... See more >

The Umbrella Fair Pavilion, Race Course Kettering Road NN1 4LG

Sun 7 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

Mustang Nationals

The Mustang Nationals Saturday 20th July 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway Celebrating Ponies at the Pod! New for 2024!... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Sat 20 Jul and Sun 21 Jul

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

Ford Show

The Ford Show Car Show on Sunday 21st July 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway The Ford Show is more than just your average... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Sun 21 Jul

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

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

Bug Jam Festival

Bug Jam Festival 37 26 to 28 July 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway The Pod's original and best Summer fest!... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, Airfield Road, Podington NN29 7DX

Thu 25 Jul, Sun 28 Jul

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

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

Ultimate Street Car

USC - Ultimate Street Car Car Show on Fri 2nd to Sun 4th August 2024 USC at Santa Pod Raceway is the Largest,... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Fri 2 Aug, Sun 4 Aug

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Autumn Craft Fair

A Craft Fair will be held at WI House this year. We will also be serving refreshments. See more >

WI House, 71 Park View, Moulton, Northampton NN3 1UZ

Sat 5 Oct

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

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.