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Cool Jazz Collective

The Shipmans 12 Drapery,, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Flamingo Jazz Nights is excited to launch the 2025/26 season at our newest venue - Shipmans! We’re bringing live jazz to the heart of the town, starting this August with a special performance by Cool Jazz Collective, featuring the smooth vocals of Elaine Hatton and the skilled piano work of jazz pianist Neil Riches. Shipmans is an intimate, character-filled pub known locally for its standout cocktails - the perfect setting for a night of jazz. Why not wine and dine at the same time? A delicious à la carte menu is available throughout the night - see ticketing page. Details Venue: The Drapery Room, Shipmans. Time: 7:30pm till 9:30pm (Doors open 7pm). Ticket price: From £15 pp. Dress code: We don't have a dress code policy, however, business casual is recommended if you are unsure what to wear. Dining options: Dining is optional. Details of the menus and prices can be viewed via the ticketing page. About Shipmans Shipmans is the latest venue to welcome Flamingo Jazz Nights, and it's also one of Northampton’s oldest pubs. A public house has stood on this site since the early-to-mid 1700s! Over the centuries, the pub has gone through various transformations, including name...

Live Music from Latch

The Fish Pub 11 Fish St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Enjoy the best of live acoustic hits, featuring timeless classics and modern favourites. Perfect for kicking off your weekend with unforgettable vibes. Friday 15th August, At 8:00pm

RYTHYM STREET

The Wig And Pen 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Live Music from 9pm

KICK START

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

KICK START - a Northampton based band covering the best from 60s legends, Mod classics , Ska energy , Punk attitude and Indie icons ! Expect a very live and loud one as they take you through the best of British Rock ‘n ‘ Roll heritage!!

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The Giant, Immersive Murder Mystery Game

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

 June – 7 September 2025 Northampton Museum & Art Gallery £25 per team Step into the role of a detective and solve a series of curious and whimsical mysteries in your local museum. Using our companion app, you'll explore the museum to uncover hidden clues and encounter life-sized cardboard characters—each one a possible suspect, witness, or victim. Work together to connect the dots, follow the twists in each story, and put your problem-solving skills to the test. It’s the perfect activity for families, friends, or anyone with a curious mind looking for a fun and unique experience. What to Expect A Unique Blend of Games Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines elements of a murder mystery, escape room, scavenger hunt, and even a touch of Where’s Wally. Team up and see if you can crack the case. An Immersive Museum Adventure Watch the museum transform into a crime-solving playground. Track down cardboard clues, solve puzzles, and interact with quirky characters—surprises await around every corner. Three Curious Cases to Solve Your adventure lasts between 1 to 2 hours and includes three entertaining cases, from a vandalized moustache to a victim flattened by an ancient sarcophagus. Ready to solve the mystery? Gather...

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Mini Makers at Northamptonshire Central Library

Northampton Central Library Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Come and join us for our exciting Mini Makers children's craft or art activity at Northamptonshire Central Library! Children aged 11 and under and their carers are very welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun, crafts and arts! This is a drop-in session. There is a charge of £1 per child.

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Open Day

University of Northampton Waterside Campus, University Dr, northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

You can be confident that you’ll find out everything you need to know about studying with us when you attend one of our Open Days. What can I expect on the day? Coming to our Open Day will give you the opportunity to: Speak to academic staff to give you a real taste of the courses we offer Quiz our current students on every aspect of student life Take a tour of our Campus Get a feel for our halls of residences Speak to advisors and find out about fees, scholarships, accommodation and student support Ask your questions about postgraduate options Chat to the Students’ Union and meet representatives from our clubs and societies Take a look at the sample Open Day schedule

Solidarity in Action

62 Gold Street 62 Gold Street, Northampton,

Join us for our first day of Solidarity In Action.Hands-on workshops, where participants learn practical ways to support their communities and causes. Workshops: Know Your Rights – Basic legal knowledge for activists and community advocates.Mutual Aid 101 – How to organize and sustain grassroots support networks.Creative Resistance – Making placards, zines, and digital campaigns.Storytelling for Solidarity – Using personal narratives to inspire action.Practical Support Skills – Cooking for community events, first aid basics, and welfare navigation.

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Gladiators of Britain

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

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.

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