BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Northampton BID - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Northampton BID X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Northampton BID REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250731T091414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T091414Z UID:128914-1753779600-1753808400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:BIG Summer Booksale DESCRIPTION:There is no better way to enjoy your favourite books than outdoors\, whether you’re gardening\, boating or exploring faraway places! Come and have your best pick from the BIG Summer Booksale\, where you’ll find a wide selection of books at great prices\, starting from just 50p. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/big-summer-booksale/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:Northampton Central Library\, Abington Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2BA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/518388508_1163458192476249_2008991529500688727_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250515T154202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T154202Z UID:126787-1753783200-1753808400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Gladiators of Britain DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nThe events of the amphitheatre its wild beasts and enslaved fighters are one of the most enduring aspects of Roman culture that still capture the public imagination today. \nThis touring exhibition brings together some of the country’s most important objects to tell the story of Britain’s entertainment venues and the people who died to the roar of the crowd. It will reveal the violence of the arena\, and the importance of spectacle within Roman culture. \nHighlights include the Colchester Vase loaned by Colchester Museums\, which records an actual battle between two real gladiators\, and the Hawkedon Helmet\, the only confirmed piece of gladiatorial armour from Roman Britain. These iconic loans will be supported by a selection of other items that reveal the popularity of gladiators throughout Roman society. \nThis tour is in partnership with Colchester and Ipswich Museums and is inspired by the recent exhibition at Colchester Castle\,Gladiators: A Day at the Roman Gameswhich featured British Museum loans. It will explore Roman spectacle in the local region\, following in the footsteps of the gladiators who fought in the amphitheatres of Britain. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gladiators-of-britain/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/GoB_NMandAG_FB_Resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250612T095752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T095752Z UID:127708-1753783200-1753808400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:From the Collection: Landscapes DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \nUntil Sunday 4 October \nWhen landscape did appear in paintings\, it was often relegated to the backgroundmerely a setting for religious or historical scenes. \nThis perception began to shift in the 17th century with the work of Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. These pioneering artists crafted idealised rural vistas to illustrate the myths of Ancient Greece and Rome\, imbuing natural elements with metaphorical meaning. Through their romantic and structured visions of the countryside\, landscape painting began to gain recognition as a meaningful art form. \nIt was not until the 19th century\, however\, that landscape truly came into its own. Artists such as J.M.W. Turner and John Constable redefined the genre\, capturing the drama\, emotion\, and grandeur of the natural world. Their work affirmed landscape as a powerful subject in its own rightone that continues to inspire artists to this day. \nDrawing from the museum collections\, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting\, where nature takes centre stage. \n  URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-landscapes/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/dmas_fa1992_9_d01_960.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250708T153146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T160659Z UID:128288-1753783200-1753808400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:IN EXTREMIS: Landscape Reimagined DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be hosting this exhibition across all our galleries here at 78 Derngate. Simon James is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of nature and the urban environment in mostly abstract or semi-abstract forms and takes inspiration from his surroundings in the cities of Asia and Europe or\, more recently\, the English countryside. James trained in Fine Art and Printmaking at Londons Royal Academy and Royal College of Art and he now works across the spectrum from painting and drawing to video and photographic works\, having adopted the expressive potential of digital media while working as a designer and independent artist in Asia. Having held solo shows in London\, Berlin\, Singapore\, Shanghai and Tokyo\, whilst also designing for TV\, publishing and the music industry\, Simon was also a university lecturer in multimedia and photography. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.simonjames.com URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/in-extremis-landscape-reimagined/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Simon-James-image-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T170000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250724T144526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T144526Z UID:128678-1753783200-1753808400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Endangered and Extinct by creative recycling artist Val Hunt DESCRIPTION:With inspiration\, ingenuity\, humour and skill\, creative recycling artist Val Hunt has created a fascinating selection of large and small sculptural pieces which are both appealing and informative \nSaturday 28 June – Sunday 10 August 2025 \nAnimals\, exotic birds\, fish\, dinosaurs and species of flora\, all on the edge or now extinct\, have been made from a selection of throwaway material especially Vals favourite medium\, drinks can metal. \nThis exhibition presents a subtle message about recycling and preservation\, raising awareness of why the creatures on show are endangered or extinct. Find out why species are disappearing from this planet at an alarming rate. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/endangered-and-extinct-by-creative-recycling-artist-val-hunt/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/sabre_tooth_960.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250723T161101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T161101Z UID:128540-1753786800-1753790400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Bootcamp Britannia Where Young Gladiators Are Made! DESCRIPTION:Enlist your little ones this summer for an epic ancient adventure at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery!\nTuesdays on 29 July\, 12\, 26 August \n11am 12pm\, 1 2pm\, 2:30 3:30pm \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n7.50 per child \nThe Romans have taken over Northampton Museum & Art Gallery this summer! \nDo you have a fearless fighter at homea Likely Legionary or a Glory-Hunting Gladiator? Then get them signed up for Bootcamp Britannia and let them step into the world of ancient Rome! \nWhats in store for your mini warrior? \n\nExperience life in Roman-occupied Britain like never before\nHandle real weapons used by Romes legendary soldiers and gladiators\nTrain like a warrior and complete your epic bootcamp challenges\nThen\, enter the arena and battle it out just like Romes greatest gladiators!\n\nSuitable for children over 5 years of age. Children must be accompanied by an adult (maximum of one adult per booking). \nSpaces are limited\, so sign up now and let the battles begin! \nAre your little warriors ready to fight for glory? \nTickets are also available to purchse direct from the museum\, in person or over the telephone 01604 526322\, Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm\, Sunday 12pm – 5pm. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/bootcamp-britannia-where-young-gladiators-are-made/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1049946743_39717300484_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T140000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250723T160246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160246Z UID:128534-1753786800-1753797600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Paint your own trainers DESCRIPTION:Get ready to unleash your creativity and give your kicks a colorful makeover at the “Paint your trainers” event!\n\n? Paint Your Trainers \nGet creative and design your own custom sneakers at this fun\, all-levels painting event! Well provide the plain trainers\, all painting materials\, and inspirationyou just bring your imagination. \nEnjoy a relaxing day of art\, conversation\, and great coffee at Grandbies.? Ticket includes a free kids meal! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/paint-your-own-trainers/ LOCATION:Grandbies\, 26 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1060183033_1690848613643_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T130000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250724T135547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T135547Z UID:128644-1753790400-1753794000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Unicorn Fun A chance to meet a real life unicorn! DESCRIPTION:Would your child like to meet a real life Unicorn?\nWe have a unique summer special coming up especially for those unicorn lovers! Book your tickets and come for a super fun and exciting session where you can meet and greet our Unicorn Tinkerbelle and her mini shetland friends Jazz and Indie. Give them a brush and have lots of photos! The children will also take part in unicorn / pony themed arts and crafts.\nOne ticket admits one child and one adult. \nPLEASE NOTE ALL CHILDREN WILL NEED TO WEAR TRAINERS / BOOTS. NO OPEN TOE SHOES!! \nSRP Pony Parties licence number LN/00000319 URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/unicorn-fun-a-chance-to-meet-a-real-life-unicorn/ LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Unicorn_Socials2.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250729T210000 DTSTAMP:20260615T073951 CREATED:20250704T125220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T125220Z UID:128149-1753815600-1753822800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:El Spanish Club DESCRIPTION:El Spanish Club. 7-9pm. All levels welcome! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/el-spanish-club-6/ LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/514494193_18034964990672891_5482174491137648573_n.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR