We've got a massive weekend of music and vibes Saturday and Sunday at @coconutparadisecafe free entry, drink and cocktails and of course our delicious range of food! We have a line up of great local djs and a whole heap of vibes to go with it!
Looking to stay active, meet like-minded people, and enjoy the benefits of running? 360° Wellness Run Club meets every Sunday at 8am, welcoming runners of all ages and levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, you're invited to join our supportive community! We start and finish at 360° Wellness HQ, 73 St Giles' Street, NN1 1JF- a boutique wellness centre in the heart of Northampton. Plus, our sister company, St Giles Physiotherapy Clinic (38 York Road, NN1 5QJ), is here to help runners stay injury-free and prepare for events. Come run with us and be part of something bigger!
Seeking to master your camera settings and escape from automatic exposure mode? Seize this exceptional opportunity to understand your camera better. Participate in this event where you'll learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and how these factors influence your exposure for that perfect shot. Post the briefing, apply your newly learned skills under the mentorship of a professional photographer. Immerse yourself in this engaging experience to enhance your photographic knowledge and skills.
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...
Are you ready to rock? We are thrilled to announce auditions for our Summer Youth Project's production of "We Will Rock You." If you're between the ages of 9 and 18 and have a passion for music and performance, this is your chance to shine VCL's Summer Youth Project 2025 show is : We Will Rock You - young@part Please email producers@vcl-productions.com with any questions.
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.
An exciting and extravagant music festival this May Bank Holiday weekend, set in the beautiful historic grounds and woodlands of Delapré Abbey. Expect over 40 incredible artists, breathtaking performances, fire breathers, stilt walkers, giant robots, rides, inflatables, and an array of delicious street food to keep the party going all weekend long!
We’re proud to be able to offer members and guests the opportunity to join us for a Best of British themed Sunday lunch to commemorate 80 years since Allied forces declared Victory in Europe, signalling the end of World War II. Join us to enjoy the following: Starters *Homemade Black Pudding Scotch Eggs served with a fresh side salad £6.75 *Pea & Ham soup served with crusty bread £6.50 *Farmhouse Pâté served with a fresh side salad, crusty bread and red onion chutney £6.95 Mains *British Topside of Roast Beef served with roast potatoes, parsnips, carrots, green beans, a Yorkshire pudding and red wine gravy £17.95 *Butchers Pork Sausages served with creamy mashed potato, carrots and green beans with a red wine gravy £15.50 *Hand Battered Cod and chunky chips served with mushy peas and tartare sauce £16.50 *Vegetarian Glamorgan sausage made from leek and cheese and served with creamy mashed potato and seasonal vegetables £14.25 Desserts *Eton Mess with fresh strawberries, cream and meringues £7.50 *Victoria Sponge with cream £5.75 *British Cheeseboard and Biscuits £8.25
Unleash your creativity at our Sip and Paint! a fun and relaxing evening where art meets leisure! Welcome to the Sip & Paint event at Grandbies Coffee House and Boutique! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity and relaxation. Grab a drink, pick up a paintbrush, and let your artistic side shine! Drinks are included with the tickets!
125th Anniversary year Every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from 6th April to 28th September 2 - 5pm Enjoy live performances from local bands and musicians at the Abington Park Bandstand, every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from April through to September.* Bring your own chairs, picnic blankets/rugs and relax within the picturesque surroundings of Abington Park. This year's performances start on 6th April and run through to 28th September. Please view the full 2025 schedule below. *There will be no Bands in the Park performance on 21st September, but you can enjoy the Rockin' Roadrunner Festival instead! Please note that performances may be shortened or cancelled in the case of inclement weather. Updates will be provided on our social media accounts when possible. 125th Anniversary Celebration Event - Saturday 17th May 11am - 4pm Marking 125 years of the bandstand in Abington Park with fun for all the family with activities, stalls and musical performances. MORE INFORMATION: www.northamptontowncouncil.gov.uk/bandsinthepark Bands in the Park 2025 calendar
WHAT’S GOING ON WITH THE WEATHER? Our monthly meeting to discuss all weather and climate issues past present and future. All are welcome.
On May 4th to celebrate the bank holiday weekend it’s the shipman’s open mic and the day before my birthday so shall be a celebration open mic. All welcome and the more the merrier
Cerys Hafana is a Welsh triple harpist and composer who mangles, mutates and transforms traditional music. They explore the creative possibilities of archival material, folk songs and psalms, found sounds and electronic processing, alongside original compositions. They come from Machynlleth, mid Wales, where rivers and roads meet on the way to the sea. Cerys has won over audiences from End of the Road, Green Man to the Eisteddfod and from BBC 6 Music Festival to Celtic Connections with their magical, progressive sound. Edyf, their second album, drew inspiration from material found in the Welsh National Library’s online archive, including fragments of Psalm tunes, hymns about doomsday and philosophical musings on the length of eternity, along with some original compositions, and was selected as one of The Guardian’s Top Ten folk albums of 2022. Cerys’ latest EP, The Bitter, released earlier in 2024 is aninnovative exploration of some dark English and Scottish ballads. Hafana explores resonances from the past that connect with the modern day in a contemporary, creative way... they use their harp as a percussive, jagged-toothed tool… sings movingly, their high voice like an indie-pop soprano shorn of its sweetness.’Jude Rogers, The Guardian. https://ceryshafana.bandcamp.com/ With Support from Aoife Foley...
An End of an Era this Bank Holiday Sunday! Get Ready for a Legendary Bank Holiday Sunday! We're throwing a massive celebration to honour a true Northampton icon: the one and only Disco Henry! For over two incredible decades, he's been the man behind the lens, capturing the energy and memories of our nights out. Now, as he hangs up his camera to enjoy a well-deserved 6 month break, it's our turn to put him in the spotlight. Come join us and let's give this legend the huge, glittering thank you party he deserves!