Bardic Picnic 2025 Join us for Bardic Picnic 2025. Don't be fooled by the name, you don't need to bring a Picnic. Food and Drink available to buy on the day. kids activities, live performances through the day and of course the competition to find The Bard of Northampton. If you would like to take part and compete to be the Bard then please contact Esther (Poetic License).
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!
Shop our rails & swipe your faves before someone else does! Unique vintage & retro all £20 per kilo, plus £10 per kilo sale rails Find quality vintage all just £20 per Kilo! We care about what we sell so every item is hand-graded by our experienced team, and many are even washed before making it to our events. Each event is curated and prepared in advance so we can bring you the best true vintage & top brands we know you love. Fair & Accurate Pricing - Just £20 per kilo, calculated in 0.05kg increments. No rounding up, no paying for full kilos you didn’t reach. The Sale Rails - We have a couple of sale rails per event where everything is half price, so just £10 per kilo! If you find an item with a sale tag, keep it separate at checkout so we can apply the discount. Tags must remain attached to be valid. Special Price Caps - Select heavy items like leather jackets or long winter coats are capped at £20 to save you money. Shoes - Only £5 per pair. Payment - Cash & card accepted, including contactless.
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
**FREE ENTRY** Get ready for another round of fantastic crafts and amazing people! Local talent and handcrafted goodies galore at our Autumn Craft Fair Sunday 28th September 10.30-2.30! You can look forward to woodwork creations, brilliant photography prints, beautiful jewellery stalls and LOTS more! Make a day of it and stop in at our Café for a quick pitstop between stalls! Stalls list to be announced soon, watch this space! **FREE ENTRY- NO TICKETS NECESSARY** + Google Calendar
Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Northampton Museum! Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 16 August - Sunday 2 November 2025 Join us at Northampton Museum as we proudly mark Northampton’s role as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Explore 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. From grassroots heroes to elite teams like Loughborough Lightning and the Red Roses, this exhibition showcases the heart and passion behind the game. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of sport, community, and women’s rugby in action!
Journey through 150 million years of Northamptonshire's past. From prehistoric treasures to modern marvels, 100 remarkable objects reveal the people, events, and industries that shaped the county, each telling a unique story of its cultural, social, and economic heritage. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 20 September - Sunday 22 February 2026 This exhibition has been shaped by an extraordinary network of 51 guest curators from across the county, each bringing their own expertise and local knowledge to the project. These dedicated individuals, from historians and collectors to community groups, have worked alongside the museum team to select objects and craft narratives. Their collaborative efforts ensure this exhibition truly reflects the breadth of Northamptonshire's heritage, guided by those who know their communities best.
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
Live music from 4pm
DAVID SINCLAIR FOURLondon Rock & Blues with Serious PedigreeThe David Sinclair Four are a sharp, professional rock-blues band from London, known for their powerful blend of R&B covers and original songs that pack a punch. Their latest album was selected as one of the Top Nine Albums of 2022 by Blues Matters magazine — a testament to their standout songwriting and musicianship.Joining them live is special guest Laurie Garman, one of the UK’s most respected blues harmonica players. Laurie’s career spans decades and includes collaborations with legends such as Lightnin’ Slim, The Yardbirds, Alexis Korner, Freddie King, Gerry Rafferty, and even Bob Marley. Expect authentic blues, driving rock, and a live show filled with energy, soul, and skill
DS4 bring their high-end rock & roll show to The King Billy Music Bar — one of Northampton’s favourite grassroots venues. Expect blues guitar & harmonica swagger with a London-delta twist. Come and feel the noise... Bandleader, songwriter, music journalist and raconteur-behind-the-velvet-rope, David Sinclair unveils the latest DS4 album, Sweet Georgina. As a writer and columnist for The Times of London, Rolling Stone and Billboard, David has seen the rock & roll years unfold at close quarters and lived to tell the tale. Now on his fifth album as a recording artist in his own right, he brings a storyteller’s craft to bear on the witty, bluesy, alt-rock narratives of Sweet Georgina. The title track is an ode to the band’s muse and the patron saint of songwriters everywhere: “She’s a woman of grace, a creature of youth/A master of rhyme, she told me the truth.” Joining David in the DS4 is master guitarist and co-songwriter, Geoff Peel, together with rhythm section of Derek White (bass) and Jack Sinclair (drums) and special guests on harmonica and vocals. The DS4 have played festivals across the UK including Cornbury and the North Wales Blues & Soul Festival, where they headlined the Friday...
Francis Rossi is coming to Northampton as part of his brand new show. This show will feature songs that he has never played before in this format and offer first hand backstage tales about appearing over 100 times on Top Of The Pops, why they went on first at Live Aid, life with Rick Parfitt, the hits, fellow stars, and misadventures across the world, all cut through with Francis’ wit and humour. A strictly limited amount of VIP tickets will be available at each show, and will include: a pre-show Meet & Greet with Francis, personal photo opportunity (please bring your own phone/camera for this), signing opportunity for one of your own items, one of the best seats in the house for the show, and an exclusive tour merchandise item. Francis will perform many of his signature hits that made the Quo name, plus some personal favourites and deeper cuts, and he’ll be telling more stories about his incredible life in music. Think you know Francis? Not yet you don’t… The story starts with Pictures of Matchstick Men but continues right up to the present day. Francis will mostly be playing his Acoustasonic guitar which, as he says, “is basically a Telecaster but...
Eddie Izzard performs Shakespeare’s Hamlet Direct from her critically acclaimed, triple-extended New York, Chicago and London solo performances of Shakespeare‘s Hamlet. Nominated for New York’s: Drama League’s Distinguished Performance Award and Outer Critic’s Circle Outstanding Solo Performance Award. Akin to the original performances of Hamlet, Eddie will perform on the blank canvas of a bare stage, letting Shakespeare’s words and pure storytelling take the spotlight. Adapted by Mark Izzard and directed by Selina Cadell Presented by Mick Perrin Worldwide Ltd in association with PBJ Management This production is true to the text of Shakespeare and for ages 9 to 90.
Please join us for Navratri Celebrations At University of Northampton (Waterside Campus) In The Learning Hub (The Market) New South Bridge Road. NN4 8RR ///what3words ///hurls.repair.chew (link for entrance to car park 4) From Monday, 22nd September To Wednesday, 1st October And Sharad Purnima on Monday, 6th October From 8:00 pm till Late DJ Music OPEN TO ALL Payment for Parking is CASHLESS Weekday Evenings (5pm – Midnight) = 50p Saturday or Sunday (7am – Midnight) = £1