We are delighted to be hosting local, contemporary artist Sophie Slade once again in our Barwell Room and mezzanine level galleries. Sophie’s work lights up the town in terrific colour and form!
Get ready for a showcase of the most hilariously bad album art ever created! The Worst Record Covers in the World exhibition features collector Steve Goldman’s unique selection of over 500 unintentionally awful record sleeves. From bizarre design choices to laugh-out-loud concepts gone wrong, this exhibition celebrates creative risk and the joy of failure in art. Visitors can even listen to tracks from these records and vote for their favourite “worst” cover. Admission is free — come for the cringe, stay for the comedy!
Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain. The 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. This 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. Highlights 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. This 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.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 17 May - Sunday 28 June 2025 The exhibition F332 illustrates the work of 14 photographers who find themselves at a personal crossroads; as they move on to the next phase of their career they share with us an eclectic mix of photographs and projects that explore their unique experiences.
Tall Stories presents The Smeds and The Smoos A stellar show based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler A joyful tale of star-crossed aliens Soar into space with this Olivier Award-nominated adaptation of the much-loved book by superstar duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories – the company who brought you The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom live on stage. The Smeds and The Smoos© Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2019, published by Scholastic
THE BURREN by Seán Karley. Seán will give an illustrated talk about his favourite botanical territory, a rich area of limestone pavement and flora in County Clare on the West Coast of Ireland.
17/06: The Pudding Hole Retro Pudding Club. Grab your tickets directly from @thepuddingholenorthampton .
We are proud to be able to stage a totally different and unique show at The Eccentric Englishman on Thursday 5th June; one that will have sceptics on the ropes! Limited to 16 people, witness the impossible close-up. The event "Interlinked" is an exclusive live mentalism performance by Northamptonshire's own Sean Heydon and Banbury-based performer Kerry Jay. This show offers an ultra-intimate experience limited to just 16 attendees. During the performance of "Interlinked," Kerry Jay appears to perceive through Sean Heydon's eyes, describing concealed objects, personal thoughts, and intricate details with remarkable precision. The performance draws inspiration from the legendary 1940s mentalist duo, The Piddingtons, updating their classic telepathy acts with a contemporary twist. To justify the authenticity of their act, the duo offers a £100,000 reward to anyone who can prove they are secretly communicating using electronic devices. Tickets for this one-off event are £30.00 per person with a £10.00 non-refundable deposit required at the time of booking. Call us now - tickets are literally selling like gold-dust! For more information and updates, you can follow Interlinked on their social media platforms: Facebook: Interlinked Live Instagram: @interlinkedlive
Ages 18+ For this masterclass, we're teaming up with our pals at Santina's Pizza to bring you a match made in heaven. Pizza lovers unite - this one's for you. We can't wait to welcome back our friends Santina's Woodfired Pizza to V and B Northampton. We have been fortunate enough to work with Santina's for multiple events here on St Giles Square (who can remember our coronation party in 2023? AND our 3rd birthday celebrations this year!) and one thing's for sure - their pizza is perfection. For this masterclass, you can taste 6 different Santina's pizzas, paired with 6 different V and B beers - all expertly explained not only on how they taste, but why they work together. This is definitely not one to miss!
Ages 18+ For this masterclass, we’re going global.