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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

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, and more dates until Tue 25 Jun

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

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Northamptonshire

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

Quinky Vintage and Alternative

Quinky Vintage and Alternative Market Clothing, Accessories, Quality Crafts. See more >

4 - 6 Guildhall Street Northampton NN1 1DP

Sat 4 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

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 4 May, Sat 11 May, Sat 18 May, Sat 25 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

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

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 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

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

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

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

Full English Breakfast

Full English Breakfast in Pitsford Village Hall on Sunday 5th May. Please note new time 9:30 until 11:30am - still only..... See more >

PITSFORD VILLAGE HALL NN6 9AD

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

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

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

Are you looking to find a local choir to join? The Northampton Rock Choir is led by vocal coach Dave Easter... See more >

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

Mon 6 May, Mon 13 May, and more dates until Mon 1 Jul

FREE taster session with the Brackley Rock Choir

Do you want to learn to sing near you? The Brackley Rock Choir is led by singing teacher Liga Milune... See more >

Brackley Methodist Church, High Street, Brackley NN13 7ZX

Mon 6 May, Mon 20 May, Mon 10 Jun, Mon 24 Jun, Mon 1 Jul

Join our choir in Northampton for a FREE taster session

Do you want to join a choir near you? Your local Northampton choir is run by based musician Dave Easter... See more >

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

Tue 7 May, Tue 14 May, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

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

FREE taster session with the Towcester Rock Choir

Do you want to find a choir near you? The Towcester Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Liga Milune... See more >

Town Hall, 86 Watling Street, Towcester NN12 6BS

Tue 7 May, Tue 4 Jun, and more dates until Tue 2 Jul

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

Happy Together Ukulele band

Fun evening with the Ukulele band with a lot of toe tapping! See more >

All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR

Fri 10 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

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

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

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

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 12 May, Sun 19 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

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

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

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 17 May

Tea Dance

Ballroom and Sequence Everyone welcome. Tea dance See more >

All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR

Sat 18 May

Evenley Wood Garden - Open Garden for NGS

Set among the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, our unique 60 acre private woodland garden has a large and... See more >

Evenley Wood Garden, Brackley NN13 5SH

Sat 18 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Premium

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

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

Ooh Matron!

Steve Dimmer presents - Thirty-two Carry On films were made between 1958 and 1992, and their reputation for bawdy fun... See more >

All Saints Church Hall, William St, Kettering NN16 9RR

Fri 24 May

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Premium

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

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

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.