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Corby Rebels and Revolutionaries art exhibition – drop in

As part of NFF 2026 we held a free-to-enter art competition and - commissioned by Made With Many, a Creative people and Places programme funded by Arts Council England - we also ran free creative sessions in Corby. Here you can see some of the work that was created and, if you visit between 6.30pm and 8.30pm, we'll do a bit of networking for creatives, artists and anyone who is interested in meeting others! Drop in anytime. It is free to attend. Deadline for submitting work to NFF 2026 is 21 Feb. See NNCreativePlace socials for rules or email nncreativeplace@gmail.com We've asked people to submit an artwork in any medium - poem, painting, textiles, photography, doodle, sculpture etc - inspired by our prompt (or part of it): 'Northants is a county of Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers'. The winner will be announced in our 18yrs and Under, and 19yrs+ categories at the awards ceremonies on Sunday 8 March - come along! Core at Corby Cube theatre Parkland Gateway, downstairs inside The Corby Cube, George St, Corby NN17 1QG March 18, 2026, 4:30 - 8:30 PM GMT

Free networking for artists, creatives and anyone interested in creativity!

As part of our art exhibition of local and county-wide work, we've also got a few hours of free networking. See the artwork, get a drink at the bar, mingle with creative people! This project was commissioned by Made With Many, a Creative People and Places programme funded by Arts Council England. Please book a ticket so we get a sense of numbers. Core at Corby Cube theatre Parkland Gateway, downstairs inside The Corby Cube, George St, Corby NN17 1QG March 18, 2026, 6:30 - 8:30 PM GMT

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Murder At Midnight

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

A murder mystery like no other… Starring national favourites Jason Durr (Heartbeat, Casualty), Susie Blake (Victoria Wood’s As Seen On TV, Coronation Street), Max Bowden, best known for his role as Ben Mitchell in EastEnders, and Katie McGlynn (Waterloo Road,Coronation Street, Hollyoaks). A killer night out! From the writer of Murder in the Dark comes a deliciously twisted crime caper like no other. It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house… We meet Jonny ‘The Cyclops’-the notorious gangster, his glamorous wife, his trigger-happy sidekick, his mum—who’s seeing things, her very jittery carer, plus a vicar who’s hiding something and a nervous burglar dressed as a clown. Throw in a suitcase full of cash, a stash of deadly weapons, and one infamous unsolved murder… What could possibly go wrong? Join us for a murder mystery with a difference. One house. Seven suspects and a Murder at Midnight… Written by acclaimed writer Torben Betts and produced by the award-winning Original Theatre (Birdsong, Murder In The Dark, The Mirror Crack’d) Murder At Midnight is a gripping murder mystery filled with twists, chilling suspense and wickedly dark humour–guaranteed to keep you guessing until the final stroke of midnight. Cast also includes Callum Balmforth, Peter Moreton, Iryna Poplavska, Bella Farr and Andy McLeod.

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From the Collection: Women Artists

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

An exhibition of artworks from NMAG's collection celebrates the variety of genres, methods and media used by women artists, from the eighteenth to the twenty-first century. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 11 November - Sunday 12 April 2026 Throughout history, both men and women have created art, yet only a select few have been remembered within Western art history. Art by men was historically valued more highly than art by women, reflecting broader beliefs that only men could possess artistic or creative genius. Certain genres and mediums were also considered more prestigious, while work made in the domestic sphere was dismissed as craft or decoration rather than recognised as fine art. Women were barred from studying nude figures a crucial part of classical art training until the late 1800s. Second-wave feminism in the twentieth century, and wider social changes in the twenty-first, have challenged these hierarchies. Today, women are at the forefront of artistic production, with artists such as Tracey Emin, Maggi Hambling, Rachel Whiteread and Jasleen Kaur recognised as leading voices in contemporary art.

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Lifelines: The work of Sculptor Nicolas Moreton

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Northampton Museum and Art Gallery presents a solo exhibition of the stone carving of sculptor Nicolas Moreton to the public. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 17 January - Sunday 22 March 2026 The artist has been described as 'a modern master of the medium of stone carving' and his works are collected worldwide. The exhibition has two strands celebrating human life and the force of water. Visitor Advisory: This exhibition includes sculptures featuring the nude human form and parental discretion is advised.

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Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 21 February - Sunday 7 June 2026 Visit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters, some of which had larger teeth than T. rex. Meet the dinosaurs' distant ancestors, the very first reptiles, the largest creepy-crawlies ever to live, and prehistoric animals unlike anything you've ever seen before! A must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!

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BIKE NIGHTS

The King Billy Music Bar 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, United Kingdom

All are welcome, show off your ride.

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Murder At Midnight

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

A murder mystery like no other… Starring national favourites Jason Durr (Heartbeat, Casualty), Susie Blake (Victoria Wood’s As Seen On TV, Coronation Street), Max Bowden, best known for his role as Ben Mitchell in EastEnders, and Katie McGlynn (Waterloo Road,Coronation Street, Hollyoaks). A killer night out! From the writer of Murder in the Dark comes a deliciously twisted crime caper like no other. It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house… We meet Jonny ‘The Cyclops’-the notorious gangster, his glamorous wife, his trigger-happy sidekick, his mum—who’s seeing things, her very jittery carer, plus a vicar who’s hiding something and a nervous burglar dressed as a clown. Throw in a suitcase full of cash, a stash of deadly weapons, and one infamous unsolved murder… What could possibly go wrong? Join us for a murder mystery with a difference. One house. Seven suspects and a Murder at Midnight… Written by acclaimed writer Torben Betts and produced by the award-winning Original Theatre (Birdsong, Murder In The Dark, The Mirror Crack’d) Murder At Midnight is a gripping murder mystery filled with twists, chilling suspense and wickedly dark humour–guaranteed to keep you guessing until the final stroke of midnight. Cast also includes Callum Balmforth, Peter Moreton, Iryna Poplavska, Bella Farr and Andy McLeod.

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KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY.

The Optimist 23-25 St. Giles Street, Northampton,

Every Thursday 8pm - Close, Karaoke is back! Come and sing your favourite songs with your friends or family, Students come and enjoy your Student deal drinks, cheaper then anywhere in town! Make a night of it Live At The Optimist!

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Northampton Careers Fair

The Guildhall St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Looking for a new Career? Looking for your next Hire? The UK Careers Fair returns to Northampton on Friday 20th March. Are you looking for a new Job or Career? The Northampton Careers Fair will offer candidates from all backgrounds, experience and education levels the opportunity to speak to representatives from an abundance of local employers, all in one place. Why should you attend? By participating in the Northampton Careers Fair, you will have the chance to explore a wide variety of organizations and job roles, which can save you a significant amount of time compared to submitting online applications. Instead, you can engage in direct conversations with employers to gain valuable insights into their company culture, benefits, and hiring requirements. What type of companies usually exhibit? Exhibitors typically hail from a diverse array of sectors, including finance, education, sales and marketing, motoring, human resources, IT, healthcare, tourism, commercial real estate, biochemistry, electronics, manufacturing, hospitality, social work, events management, retail, job boards, supermarkets, banking, and pharmaceuticals. Contact us to find out exactly who is hiring at this event. The Venue Northampton Guildhall is a municipal building in St Giles' Square in Northampton, England. It is a Grade II* listed building....

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