Come and join us for our exciting Mini Makers children's craft or art activity at Northamptonshire Central Library! Children aged 11 and under and their carers are very welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun, crafts and arts! This is a drop-in session. There is a charge of £1 per child.
Contemporary Stitched Textiles The Bassett-Lowke Rooms Sat 8 Mar 2025 - Sun 25 May 2025 An exhibition of Contemporary Stitched Art Textiles We are delighted to be hosting this new exhibition of textiles and mixed media work which has been created by the Visualise textile group. Visualise was formed several years ago, by like-minded artists who enjoy creating diverse work with stitch as the common thread. The exhibition will also feature work by internationally known textile artist and Embroiderers Guild member Nigel Cheney who is the current mentor to Visualise. On display is a diverse array of abstract, realistic and figurative art using a wide variety of media: paper, fabric (new, distressed and recycled) and found objects which are hand and machine stitched, or felted to create art inspired by both the natural world and the built environment. The exhibition includes textile art inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and 78 Derngate itself, with framed and small items for sale. Combining a look round the iconic Charles Rennie Mackintosh House before visiting the exhibition, gardens and shop, followed by partaking of some drink or food in The Dining Room is the perfect way to spend a glorious few hours in Northampton...
Wild Places is a stunning photography exhibition featuring beautiful photographs of the landscapes of the UK. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 29 March - Sunday 11 May 2025 From majestic hills to dramatic seas, the exhibition has something for everyone and inspires the visitor to marvel in the richness of the varied habitats of the UK.
Extinction affects us all and one in ten of our wildlife in the UK is critically endangered. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 29 March - Sunday 11 May 2025 Scientists have identified five periods of mass extinction over the geological record and the question is now being asked: are we in a sixth? This exhibition addresses this fascinating topic and journeys through the demise of the dinosaurs and marine reptiles, death of the ice age mammoths and the impact of humans on the dodo.
Saturday 26th April | 11am - 2.30pm Northampton Market Square • 11am - 2.30pm: Meet St George and his giant friendly Dragon! Creative Crafts Balloon Modelling Face Painting • TIMES TBC: Juggling Jim's Knight School • TIMES TBC: Morris Dancers • TIMES TBC: Storytelling • TIMES TBC: Juggling Jim's Circus Workshop • Notable Northamptonians Trail round the town centre The trail will be in situ for two weeks around the St George's Day celebrations - plenty of time to get discovering! St George's Day will be celebrated at Northampton Market Square on Saturday, 26th April with Northampton Town Council providing a range of free activities and entertainment throughout the day for all the family! Crafty kids can create their own St George-themed make and take crafts and enjoy a St George's Day tale with a twist! Kids entertainers will be offering free face painting and balloon modelling. Adults can also try their hand at crafts in the Yarn Bombing workshop. Juggling Jim will run his Silly Knight School, where kids can try challenges to become a knight of the castle, followed by Circus Workshops, teaching juggling and balancing skills. Morris Dancers will entertain crowds with centuries-old, routines, plus traditional brass band performances and...
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to a Magical Wizard of Oz Character Afternoon Tea! The Wizard of Oz Character Afternoon Tea Experience Saturday 26th April 12pm to 5pm Follow the Yellow Brick Road to a Magical Wizard of Oz Character Afternoon Tea! Step into the whacky world of Oz for a whimsical Afternoon Tea like no other! This enchanting experience is perfect for kids and grown-ups alike, with your beloved Wizard of Oz characters joining you throughout your sitting. Expect a spellbinding afternoon filled with balloons & sweet treats for a touch of extra magic, themed cocktails for a wickedly delightful twist, and a stunning three-course afternoon tea inspired by the Land of Oz. Our beautifully themed tables will transport you to the Emerald City. As we are already receiving a lot of enquiries, we will have 2 sittings: 12pm – 2pm 3pm – 5pm With limited spaces available, you won’t want to miss out on this magical experience for all ages! Pricing per person: Prohibition Afternoon Tea – £40.00 (adults), our famous Tiddley Afternoon Tea – £50.00 (adults with cocktails) Children (under 12) – £25.00. A £15 non-refundable deposit per person is required at the time of booking. Call...
Two legends. One ring. No mercy. Don’t miss the fight of the year – grab your crew and be there early!
Catch me DJ'ing @shipmansnorthampton this coming Saturday night from 7pm until midnight
Catch every round live on the big screens on Saturday 26th April. Don’t miss one of the biggest fights of the year. Book your table now!
After his TV appearance on The Russell Howard Hour, Andrew Bird supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour including six straight shows at The London Palladium. He has also recently supported Troy Hawke and at The UK Comedy Awards was voted Comic’s Comic-Best Act. When asking his 9-year-old son if he is ticklish, he replied “only my mind”. Which is a great way to describe a sense of humour. And lord knows we all need a good tickle in the mind now and then so join Andrew as he finds the funny from “Sports washing” to Spa hotels. Having previously supporting Russell at Bristol’s Ashton Gate Football stadium, he’s also supported Rhod Gilbert, Rob Brydon, America’s Brian Regan and Michelle Wolfe on their only London shows and Michael McIntyre on an entire arena tour including Wembley and the O2. He’s written on the TV shows Jon Richardson’s Ultimate Worrier and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
Ahoy there! You are invited to board the Sailorette and join the plentiful crew, The Old Time Sailors, for a night of footstomping, dancing and singing! You will be sailing back to the 19th century for an immersive experience of traditional seafaring music performed in a way you have never seen before. The Motley Crew and their plethora of traditional and eclectic instruments will take you back to the time of clashing tankards, and drunken debauchery. Sing and dance along like a drunken sailor as the band perform centuries old folk and shanty songs. Fancy dress is encouraged, so pull out your best seafaring garments me hearties and join the festivities
Don’t miss our comedy club with compere Dan Evans. This season features many of comedy’s rising stars. Doors 7.45pm Show 8pm. Sat 26 April 2025 Michael Fabbri Ingrid Dahle Don Biswas This show will take place in the Underground BOOK NOW Sat 7 June 2025 Matt Green Wendy Wason Funmbi Omotayo This show will take place in the Underground BOOK NOW Line up may be subject to change, advance booking is recommended. Recommended for ages 16 and above.
Get ready to dance your heart out because an unforgettable night awaits! The one and only Gok Wan MBE is coming to Roadmender in Northampton on Saturday, April 28th, for an exclusive DJ set! Prepare to experience an incredible selection of iconic house tunes. That promises to keep you moving all night long. Join us for a night of pure energy, where you can immerse yourself in the music and let loose on the dance floor. Don’t miss this opportunity get your tickets today! Tickets are limited so secure yours before they sell out!