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SUMMARY:Rugby Trail at the Grosvenor
DESCRIPTION:The Rugby Trail is coming to Grosvenor Northampton!  24th August – 7th SeptemberCelebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup with us and take on a try-scoring adventure around the centre! Hunt down 8 hidden posters in our shop windows – each featuring a host city from this year’s tournament. Pick up your entry form outside H&M. Complete the trail and hand it in to the Centre Management Office for your chance to WIN a Ł100 JD Sports voucher!Bring the family\, join the fun\, and soak up the rugby spirit here at Grosvenor Northampton!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rugby-trail-at-the-grosvenor/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Trail
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SUMMARY:Nine Creatives @ 78 Derngate
DESCRIPTION:Nine creatives from the very popular\, ever-expanding Open Studios are displaying their diverse range of work and techniques across the galleries\, shop and gardens until Sunday October 5th.  Including glassware\, paintings\, photography\, jewellery\, woodwork and ceramics\, there is something for everyone to appreciate. Free entry and all products for sale.  Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nine-creatives-78-derngate/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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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 Games which 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/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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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 background—merely 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 right—one 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/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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SUMMARY:Scrum: Women in Rugby
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Northampton Museum! \n\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\nSaturday 16 August – Sunday 2 November 2025 \n\nJoin us at Northampton Museum as we proudly mark Northampton’s role as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. \nExplore a dynamic exhibition that delves into the rich history of women’s rugby and its growing popularity across Northamptonshire. Discover powerful images from local photographers\, capturing the energy and dedication of players\, coaches\, and club staff\, both on and off the pitch. \nFrom grassroots heroes to elite teams like Loughborough Lightning and the Red Roses\, this exhibition showcases the heart and passion behind the game. \nDon’t miss this exciting celebration of sport\, community\, and women’s rugby in action! \n\n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/scrum-women-in-rugby/2025-09-02/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rugby,Women's Rugby World Cup,Womens' Rugby World Cup
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SUMMARY:Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nJoin us for a hands-on creative workshop where you’ll learn how to make your very own hand-stitched leather journal. In this session\, you’ll be guided step-by-step through a beginner-friendly bookbinding process to stitch blank pages into a soft\, leather-wrap cover. \nYour finished journal will be A6 size (approximately 10.5 x 15 cm) — perfect for sketching\, note-taking\, or journaling. All leather used has been thoughtfully sourced from materials diverted from the waste stream\, making this a sustainable and mindful craft. \nAbout the Host: \nHi! I’m Jenni\, captain of The Craft Fantastic. From my home studio in Northampton\, I create handmade journals\, stationery\, and bookish gifts — often using rescued leather to give new life to beautiful materials. I’m passionate about traditional crafts and can’t wait to share the joy of bookbinding with you. \nWhether you’re a total beginner or looking to expand your skills\, this workshop offers a welcoming and relaxed space to learn something new. \nEvent cost is for materials\, food and drink for the event. \nEvent timeline \n6pm – Drinks\, nibbles & a chat \n6:20pm – Journal Making \n7:15pm – Break \n7:30pm – Journal Making \n8:00pm – Home time
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gather-create-vulcan-works-2/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:craft
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SUMMARY:MICROSCOPY
DESCRIPTION:THE STEREO MICROSCOPE WITH EVERYDAY OBJECTS by Mike Gibson. It can be amazing to see everyday objects magnified by just ten or twenty times. Bring along anything you have which might be interesting including flowers\, insects from the windowsill\, printed materials\, cloth\, dust etc. We will try to bring along some mystery objects to test your skills of observation!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/microscopy-13/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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