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SUMMARY:2:22 A Ghost Story
DESCRIPTION:Following seven West End seasons\, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour and thirty productions across the globe\, the stage phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story now returns to Northampton. \nWinner of Best New Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards\, this supernatural thriller stars James Bye (Eastenders)\, Natalie Casey (2 Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps)\, Gary Lucy (Hollyoaks) and Shvorne Marks (Three Little Birds). \nWritten by Danny Robins\, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny & The Battersea Poltergeist\, 2:22 A Ghost Story comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances. It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth? \n“There’s something in our house. I hear it every night\, at the same time” \nJenny believes her new home is haunted\, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests\, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash\, but something feels strange and frightening\, and that something is getting closer\, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/222-a-ghost-story-2/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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SUMMARY:KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY.
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/karaoke-night-party-30/
LOCATION:The Optimist\, 23-25 St. Giles Street\, Northampton\,\, NN1 1JA
CATEGORIES:Karaoke
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SUMMARY:A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-history-of-northamptonshire-in-100-objects/2026-01-16/
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: Women Artists
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-women-artists/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T193000
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SUMMARY:2:22 A Ghost Story
DESCRIPTION:Following seven West End seasons\, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour and thirty productions across the globe\, the stage phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story now returns to Northampton. \nWinner of Best New Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards\, this supernatural thriller stars James Bye (Eastenders)\, Natalie Casey (2 Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps)\, Gary Lucy (Hollyoaks) and Shvorne Marks (Three Little Birds). \nWritten by Danny Robins\, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny & The Battersea Poltergeist\, 2:22 A Ghost Story comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances. It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth? \n“There’s something in our house. I hear it every night\, at the same time” \nJenny believes her new home is haunted\, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests\, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash\, but something feels strange and frightening\, and that something is getting closer\, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/222-a-ghost-story-2/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Dazzling Diamonds: Comedy Drag Show
DESCRIPTION:Fresh off the stage in London’s West End\, The Dazzling Diamonds proudly present their smash-hit comedy\nvariety drag show. \nThis isn’t just any show – these “ladies” deliver a fast-paced\, laugh-out-loud spectacle like no other. \nFeaturing a cast of three internationally acclaimed performers\, the show is a dazzling mix of outrageous comedy\, sensational live vocals and jaw-dropping dance routines. Expect iconic hits from Tina Turner\, Adele\, Lady Gaga\, Elton John\, and many more – though not quite like you’ve seen them before! \nHeading out on the road for their third and biggest tour to date\, The Dazzling Diamonds are bringing an all-new show packed with hilarious new routines\, alongside some of the fan favourites that audiences have come to know and love. They’ve been wowing audiences everywhere\, leaving them with aching jaws\, tears of laughter\, and standing ovations night after night. Don’t miss your chance to see why audiences are calling this “the funniest night on the road.” \nSo\, grab your gang\, dust off the sequins\, and get ready for an evening of glitz\, glamour\, and non-stop entertainment. The Dazzling Diamonds are here to shine – and trust us\, you won’t want to miss a moment.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-dazzling-diamonds-comedy-drag-show-2/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T200000
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SUMMARY:RHYTHM JUNCTION
DESCRIPTION:Live music from 8pm.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rhythm-junction-6/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T210000
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SUMMARY:The Band ISABELLE
DESCRIPTION:ISABELLE is a dynamic\, female-fronted five-piece function band based in Bedfordshire\, delivering unforgettable live performances that pack the dance floor every time.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-band-isabelle-3/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T093000
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SUMMARY:Teacher\, Parent\, and Practitioners’ Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-day event 17 and 18 of January at Royal & Derngate for a series of CPD accredited workshops and impactful talks aimed at providing teachers\, youth leaders and parents the tools to advise and guide children and young people through the common challenges and risks presented by our increasingly digitalised lives.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDay One will have all delegates together in sessions on online safety with South West Grid for Learning and Healthy Masculinity with Beyond Equality\, followed by an evening lecture on online misogyny with award-winning writer and activist Laura Bates. \nDay Two will see delegates divide into two groups and alternate between Safeguarding Training with Smart Horizons and a workshop exploring reframing masculinity with researcher\, educator and activist Nathaniel Cole\, followed by a presentation by Smartphone Free Childhood. \nLunch is also provided across the weekend. \n\nDay One: Saturday 17 January\nWelcome with tea and coffee – 9:30am-10am \nOnline Safety with SWGfL – 10am-1pm \nThis workshop will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate difficult conversations around the significant digital challenges facing young people today\, including ’incel culture’ and online radicalisation\, intimate image abuse\, and online sexual exploitation via AI. This workshop will help adults understand the online world from the young person’s perspective and their evolving behaviours and provide them with the tools and solutions to enhance their young people’s digital literacy and help them navigate the online world with more confidence and safety. \nHealthy Masculinity in the Digital Age with Beyond Equality – 2pm – 5pm \nHealthy Masculinity for the Digital Age is a 3-hour CPD-certified training that enables teachers and youth leaders to explore masculine stereotypes and their impact on students led by Beyond Equality. Guided by their experienced facilitators\, participants will develop new approaches to working with young men and create action plans to implement them with the young people in their lives. \nNetworking over Tea and Coffee – 5pm – 6:30pm \nThe New Age of Sexism: Online Misogyny and Extremism with Laura Bates – 6:30-7:30pm\nActivist\, speaker and Sunday Times Bestselling author Laura Bates will deliver an impactful lecture about extremist online misogyny. Reflecting on findings from her 2021 book ‘Men Who Hate Women’ and her 2025 book ‘The New Age of Sexism’ Laura will share insights into the ‘manosphere’ and the groups which make up this online subculture\, alongside examining the current UK political and media landscape which are acting as barriers to combatting this rising epidemic. The lecture will be followed by a short Q & A. \n\nDay Two: Sunday 18 January\nWelcome with tea and coffee – 9:30am-10am \nSafeguarding Training with Smart Horizons Child Protection – 10am-1pm or 2pm-5pm \nA Full-Day in-person CPD accredited training drawing on comprehensive safeguarding practice in education as well as the specific responsibilities and challenges in arts and theatre\, exploring the intersection between safeguarding and creative youth engagement\, with practical tools and guidance relevant to both schools and the cultural sector. \nReframing Masculinity for Young People with Nathaniel Cole – 10am-1pm\, or 2pm-5pm \nWhat does it mean to ‘be a man’ in the modern day? How can traditional masculinity be limiting\, or toxic\, especially for young men\, and especially in online realms in the context of capitalism? Led by researcher\, writer and facilitator Nathaniel Cole\, participants will take part in guided conversations that give them the opportunity to reflect and dissect the rigid rules of masculinity. Participants will interrogate where the basis of “how things were” came from and how young people are receiving and understanding these messages\, and how they can navigate these conversations with young people to encourage the understanding that there are a multitude of ‘masculinities’ that can embodied\, and help young men do better by girls\, each other\, and themselves. \nNetworking over tea and coffee – 5pm-6.30pm \nThe Hidden Impact of Smartphones and Social Media on Children with Smartphone Free Childhood Representative Katie Moore – 6:30pm-8:30pm \nAn evening presentation for parents\, carers\, teachers and youth leaders led by Katie Moore exploring the negative impact of smartphones and social media on children and young people’s development\, with suggestions on how to counteract them. Speakers and contributions to the presentation will include a broad range of professionals with direct knowledge of the issue from education\, technology\, paediatrics\, mental health and the police (specific speakers to be confirmed closer to the time). \n\nABOUT OUR PARTNERS \nLaura Bates \nLaura Bates is a best-selling author\, keynote speaker and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project. Her books include Everyday Sexism\, Girl Up\, Fix the System\, Not the Women and The New Age of Sexism: How the AI Revolution is Reinventing Misogyny. \nLaura writes regularly for the New York Times\, the Guardian and others\, and is a frequent media commentator and consultant for TV productions tackling issues around gender inequality. She works closely with government\, schools\, businesses\, police forces and bodies from the United Nations to the Council of Europe on sexism and inequality. In recognition of Laura’s work surrounding sexism and gender inequality\, she was awarded a British Empire Medal in the 2015 Queen’s Birthday Honours List and has been named Woman of the Year by Cosmopolitan\, Red Magazine and The Sunday Times Magazine. She is also an Honorary Fellow of St John’s College\, Cambridge\, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. \n\nBeyond Equality \nBeyond Equality – Having worked with 102\,146 young participants\, trained nearly 1\,500 teachers across the UK\, and consulted on the critically acclaimed Netflix show Adolescence\, Beyond Equality are one of the country’s leading gender equality organisations. \nThey help schools\, communities and workplaces rethink masculinity and to create a society populated by respectful\, positive and equitable relationships. They do this by disrupting expectations and stereotypes and equipping boys and men with new perspectives to kick start the process of community change\, personal development and gender equality. \n\n \nSWGfL – South-West Grid for Learning \nSWGfL (South-West Grid for Learning) is a not-for-profit charity ensuring everyone can benefit from technology free from harm. \nForming 1/3 of the UK Safer Internet Centre\, their experts advise schools\, public bodies\, and industry on appropriate actions to take in regard to safeguarding and advancing positive online safety policies. SWGfL has been at the forefront of online safety for the past two decades\, delivering engaging presentations and training to a wide variety of audiences nationally and internationally. \n\nSmart Horizons Child Protection \nSmart Horizons Child Protection has been providing certifiable\, high quality and accessible online and face-to-face training courses for over 15 years across multiple sectors\, including education\, healthcare\, social work\, and law enforcement. \n\nNathaniel Cole \nNathaniel Cole is a writer\, researcher and workshop facilitator working across masculinity\, mental wellbeing\, relationships & sex education\, as well as the co-founder of the community swimming group\, Swim Dem Crew. His TEDX Talk Why We Need to Change the Way Young Men Think About Consent has had over 60\,000 views. \n\nSmartphone Free Childhood \nSmartphone Free Childhood is a grassroots parent-led movement who believe childhood is too short to be spent on a smartphone. \nThey work to bring parents and educational leaders together to start new and positive conversations about the problems of smartphones and social media in childhood\, to empower parents to delay giving their children smartphones to at least the end of Year 9 via their regional Parent Pact\, and to demonstrate to both government and tech companies that parents and educational leaders are demanding change. Katie Moore is a Mum of 3\, and an ambassador for Delay Smartphones as well as a regional leader of Smartphone Free Childhood.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/teacher-parent-and-practitioners-conference/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T170000
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SUMMARY:A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-history-of-northamptonshire-in-100-objects/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T170000
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Women Artists
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-women-artists/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260204T150437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150437Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelines: The work of Sculptor Nicolas Moreton
DESCRIPTION:Northampton Museum and Art Gallery presents a solo exhibition of the stone carving of sculptor Nicolas Moreton to the public. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\n\n\nSaturday 17 January – Sunday 22 March 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \nVisitor Advisory: This exhibition includes sculptures featuring the nude human form and parental discretion is advised.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/lifelines-the-work-of-sculptor-nicolas-moreton/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260109T104422Z
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SUMMARY:MAMMA MIA! PARTY
DESCRIPTION:Dry January? January blues? Not on our watch ABBA anthems\, disco vibes and our brand-new Boom Room karaoke stage ready for its next Dancing Queen 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mamma-mia-party-2/
LOCATION:Bridge 26 Bar & Bites\, 26 Bridge Street\,\, Northampton\,\, NN1 1NW
CATEGORIES:Bottomless Brunch,Event,MUSIC
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T160000
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SUMMARY:Carnegie Talk: ‘And then they were hanged.’ a talk by Richard Blacklee
DESCRIPTION:The true story of two Northamptonshire criminal gangs who faced justice at Northampton’s County Buildings in the C18th. The talk will include information about the Sessions House and County Gaol. \nWhilst writing a book about the Culworth Gang I researched where they were imprisoned\, tried and hanged in Northampton (in 1787) – I was disappointed to find there was no guide book available for this range of fascinating buildings at the heart of the town. Initially I wrote a single page information sheet about each building\, intended for free distribution from the Town’s Information office.  The content was extended and reworked into a book after the Information Office was closed.\nGaols\, Gallows and Ghosts was published in 2023. \nPlease contact Central Library with any queries on: northampton.libraryplus@westnorthants.gov.uk
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/carnegie-talk-and-then-they-were-hanged-a-talk-by-richard-blacklee/
LOCATION:Northampton Central Library\, Abington Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20251224T082942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T082942Z
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SUMMARY:RUM AND CHOCOLATE
DESCRIPTION:Yes you read right\, rum and chocolate! \n\nCalling all those who love a sweet treat\, our friend Lox will be presenting the marvel that is rum and chocolate!. Explore how the sweetness of a rich slab of chocolate can perfectly compliment the deep and spicy flavour of rum. An absolute must try for anyone who has never put these two together!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rum-and-chocolate/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260105T123802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T123802Z
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SUMMARY:Opera Boys: A Night At The Musicals
DESCRIPTION:The Opera Boys return with their sell-out show A Night At The Musicals\, a fabulous evening of power-house vocals\, immaculate 4-part harmony\, breath-taking musical medleys\, and stunning solo performances… all delivered with the charm\, style and sense of humour that the boys have become known for. \nWhether you’re a fan of modern day smash hit musicals like Jersey Boys\, Mamma Mia\, Wicked and Frozen\, prefer the classics from Cole Porter\, George Gershwin and Rodgers & Hammerstein\, or adore the definitive masterpieces like Les Misérables\, Phantom Of The Opera and West Side Story\, this show has something for everyone and is perfect for musical theatre lovers both young and old. \nWith beautiful vocal arrangements\, spectacular close part harmony and a great line in humour\, The Opera Boys have been delighting audiences all over the world with their unique show combining beautiful\, powerful and emotional music with funny\, engaging and light-hearted entertainment. \nThe boys trained at some of the UK’s finest schools including The Royal Academy of Music\, and have each become highly successful performers in their own right. Between them they have performed lead roles on London’s West End and on Broadway in New York. They have performed as backing vocalists to some of the world’s biggest superstars including Russell Watson\, Robbie Williams\, Tom Jones and Elton John\, and in 2015 one of the boys appeared as part of the Belgian entry for The Eurovision Song Contest\, performing to a global audience of 200 million\, and placing a very respectable 4th in the competition! \nTogether the boys have performed in theatres and concert halls throughout the UK and have travelled all over the world performing their show. In 2018 they performed as soloists with The National Symphony Orchestra. \nThey have been invited to perform at a number of prestigious events including the 10th Anniversary of the world’s most famous cruise ship\, Cunard’s superliner Queen Mary 2\, and the inaugural voyage of P&O’s largest cruise ship Britannia\, launched by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/opera-boys-a-night-at-the-musicals/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260116T120557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T120626Z
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SUMMARY:Northampton Town F.C. vs Wycombe
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-town-f-c-vs-wycombe/
LOCATION:Sixfields stadium\, Sixfields Stadium\,\, Northampton\, Northants\, NN5 5QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Football
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20251224T083342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T083342Z
UID:133296-1768667400-1768667400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:WHISKY IS WONDERFUL
DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s smooth or peated\, it’ll keep the palate heated! \n\nJoin our whisky wizard Lox\, as he takes us on a journey of all things whisky related! Exploring everything from the fermentation process\, to how it’s bottled\, to how to make the most of your beverage. Scotch\, Bourbon\, and Wildcards!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/whisky-is-wonderful/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260105T123048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T123048Z
UID:133493-1768678200-1768678200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:2:22 A Ghost Story
DESCRIPTION:Following seven West End seasons\, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour and thirty productions across the globe\, the stage phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story now returns to Northampton. \nWinner of Best New Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards\, this supernatural thriller stars James Bye (Eastenders)\, Natalie Casey (2 Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps)\, Gary Lucy (Hollyoaks) and Shvorne Marks (Three Little Birds). \nWritten by Danny Robins\, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny & The Battersea Poltergeist\, 2:22 A Ghost Story comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances. It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth? \n“There’s something in our house. I hear it every night\, at the same time” \nJenny believes her new home is haunted\, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests\, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash\, but something feels strange and frightening\, and that something is getting closer\, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/222-a-ghost-story-2/2026-01-17/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T215000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260105T135713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T135713Z
UID:133547-1768678200-1768686600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Luther Live and Velvet Voices
DESCRIPTION:Luther Live & Velvet Voices \nStep into a world of soul\, romance\, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices–the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era of R’n’B. This electrifying show brings the smooth sounds of Luther Vandross\, Alexander O’Neal and many others to life\, with powerhouse vocals\, a sensational live band\, and all the emotion you’d expect from the voices that defined a generation. \nBut the magic doesn’t stop there. Luther Live & Velvet Voices also pays tribute to a roll call of R’n’B royalty\, including Marvin Gaye\, Bobby Brown\, and George Benson–delivering hit after hit from the 80s and 90s that’ll have audiences dancing in the aisles and singing every word. \nExpect to hear ‘Never Too Much’\, ‘Shine’\, ‘Give Me the Reason’\, ‘Dance with My Father’\, ‘Criticize’\, ‘Saturday Love’\, ‘If You Were Here Tonight’\, ‘Sexual Healing’\, ‘Give Me the Night’ and many many more.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/luther-live-and-velvet-voices/
LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260107T125845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T125845Z
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SUMMARY:NORTHAMPTON SAINTS FANZONE.
DESCRIPTION:It’s a big weekend of European rugby next weekend and we’re delighted to be hosting a lot of the Welsh fans coming along to support Scarlets as they take on Northampton Saints in the Champions Cup at Franklin’s Gardens.\n\n\nWe’ll be staging our own ‘FanZone’ experience on the night of Saturday\, 17 January\, with action from other games on the big screen and tunes from some giants of the Llanelli music scene who will be teaming up for one night only to perform as ‘The Travelling Sosbans’.\n\n\nThis event is open to everyone and fans of all clubs are welcome to come along and soak up the atmosphere ahead of Sunday’s big clash.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-saints-fanzone/
LOCATION:Mercure Northampton\, Silver Street\, Northampton\, NN1 2TA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260109T123431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T123431Z
UID:133767-1768680000-1768680000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:GRANDE QUATTRO
DESCRIPTION:Live music from 8pm.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/grande-quattro-3/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20251218T130320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T130320Z
UID:133203-1768681800-1768681800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Candlelight: Ed Sheeran meets Coldplay
DESCRIPTION:⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Northampton. Get your tickets now and experience the music of Ed Sheeran and Coldplay at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery under the gentle glow of candlelight. \nGeneral Info\n📍 Venue: Northampton Museum and Art Gallery\n📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector\n⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts.\n👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult\n♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible\n❓ View the FAQs for this event here\n🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone\n🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people)\, click here\n🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Northampton\n🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card\, click here \n\nProgramme\nColdplay – Clocks\nColdplay – Something Just Like This\nEd Sheeran – Bad Habits\nColdplay – Adventure of a Lifetime\nColdplay – Fix You\nEd Sheeran – Photograph\nColdplay – The Scientist\nColdplay – Feelslikeimfallinginlove\nEd Sheeran – Shivers\nEd Sheeran – Perfect\nColdplay – Viva la Vida\nEd Sheeran – Give me Love\nColdplay – Sky Full of Stars\nPerformers\nString Quartet – Ensamble M
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/candlelight-ed-sheeran-meets-coldplay-2/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260106T075206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T075301Z
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SUMMARY:WENZDAY
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for loud guitars\, fast drums\, and full-throttle punk rock energy. WEDZDAY delivers a high-energy tribute to Green Day\, blasting through the anthems that defined generations — from raw punk classics to stadium-shaking hits.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/wedzday/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260105T123624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T123624Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher\, Parent\, and Practitioners’ Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-day event 17 and 18 of January at Royal & Derngate for a series of CPD accredited workshops and impactful talks aimed at providing teachers\, youth leaders and parents the tools to advise and guide children and young people through the common challenges and risks presented by our increasingly digitalised lives.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDay One will have all delegates together in sessions on online safety with South West Grid for Learning and Healthy Masculinity with Beyond Equality\, followed by an evening lecture on online misogyny with award-winning writer and activist Laura Bates. \nDay Two will see delegates divide into two groups and alternate between Safeguarding Training with Smart Horizons and a workshop exploring reframing masculinity with researcher\, educator and activist Nathaniel Cole\, followed by a presentation by Smartphone Free Childhood. \nLunch is also provided across the weekend. \n\nDay One: Saturday 17 January\nWelcome with tea and coffee – 9:30am-10am \nOnline Safety with SWGfL – 10am-1pm \nThis workshop will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate difficult conversations around the significant digital challenges facing young people today\, including ’incel culture’ and online radicalisation\, intimate image abuse\, and online sexual exploitation via AI. This workshop will help adults understand the online world from the young person’s perspective and their evolving behaviours and provide them with the tools and solutions to enhance their young people’s digital literacy and help them navigate the online world with more confidence and safety. \nHealthy Masculinity in the Digital Age with Beyond Equality – 2pm – 5pm \nHealthy Masculinity for the Digital Age is a 3-hour CPD-certified training that enables teachers and youth leaders to explore masculine stereotypes and their impact on students led by Beyond Equality. Guided by their experienced facilitators\, participants will develop new approaches to working with young men and create action plans to implement them with the young people in their lives. \nNetworking over Tea and Coffee – 5pm – 6:30pm \nThe New Age of Sexism: Online Misogyny and Extremism with Laura Bates – 6:30-7:30pm\nActivist\, speaker and Sunday Times Bestselling author Laura Bates will deliver an impactful lecture about extremist online misogyny. Reflecting on findings from her 2021 book ‘Men Who Hate Women’ and her 2025 book ‘The New Age of Sexism’ Laura will share insights into the ‘manosphere’ and the groups which make up this online subculture\, alongside examining the current UK political and media landscape which are acting as barriers to combatting this rising epidemic. The lecture will be followed by a short Q & A. \n\nDay Two: Sunday 18 January\nWelcome with tea and coffee – 9:30am-10am \nSafeguarding Training with Smart Horizons Child Protection – 10am-1pm or 2pm-5pm \nA Full-Day in-person CPD accredited training drawing on comprehensive safeguarding practice in education as well as the specific responsibilities and challenges in arts and theatre\, exploring the intersection between safeguarding and creative youth engagement\, with practical tools and guidance relevant to both schools and the cultural sector. \nReframing Masculinity for Young People with Nathaniel Cole – 10am-1pm\, or 2pm-5pm \nWhat does it mean to ‘be a man’ in the modern day? How can traditional masculinity be limiting\, or toxic\, especially for young men\, and especially in online realms in the context of capitalism? Led by researcher\, writer and facilitator Nathaniel Cole\, participants will take part in guided conversations that give them the opportunity to reflect and dissect the rigid rules of masculinity. Participants will interrogate where the basis of “how things were” came from and how young people are receiving and understanding these messages\, and how they can navigate these conversations with young people to encourage the understanding that there are a multitude of ‘masculinities’ that can embodied\, and help young men do better by girls\, each other\, and themselves. \nNetworking over tea and coffee – 5pm-6.30pm \nThe Hidden Impact of Smartphones and Social Media on Children with Smartphone Free Childhood Representative Katie Moore – 6:30pm-8:30pm \nAn evening presentation for parents\, carers\, teachers and youth leaders led by Katie Moore exploring the negative impact of smartphones and social media on children and young people’s development\, with suggestions on how to counteract them. Speakers and contributions to the presentation will include a broad range of professionals with direct knowledge of the issue from education\, technology\, paediatrics\, mental health and the police (specific speakers to be confirmed closer to the time). \n\nABOUT OUR PARTNERS \nLaura Bates \nLaura Bates is a best-selling author\, keynote speaker and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project. Her books include Everyday Sexism\, Girl Up\, Fix the System\, Not the Women and The New Age of Sexism: How the AI Revolution is Reinventing Misogyny. \nLaura writes regularly for the New York Times\, the Guardian and others\, and is a frequent media commentator and consultant for TV productions tackling issues around gender inequality. She works closely with government\, schools\, businesses\, police forces and bodies from the United Nations to the Council of Europe on sexism and inequality. In recognition of Laura’s work surrounding sexism and gender inequality\, she was awarded a British Empire Medal in the 2015 Queen’s Birthday Honours List and has been named Woman of the Year by Cosmopolitan\, Red Magazine and The Sunday Times Magazine. She is also an Honorary Fellow of St John’s College\, Cambridge\, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. \n\nBeyond Equality \nBeyond Equality – Having worked with 102\,146 young participants\, trained nearly 1\,500 teachers across the UK\, and consulted on the critically acclaimed Netflix show Adolescence\, Beyond Equality are one of the country’s leading gender equality organisations. \nThey help schools\, communities and workplaces rethink masculinity and to create a society populated by respectful\, positive and equitable relationships. They do this by disrupting expectations and stereotypes and equipping boys and men with new perspectives to kick start the process of community change\, personal development and gender equality. \n\n \nSWGfL – South-West Grid for Learning \nSWGfL (South-West Grid for Learning) is a not-for-profit charity ensuring everyone can benefit from technology free from harm. \nForming 1/3 of the UK Safer Internet Centre\, their experts advise schools\, public bodies\, and industry on appropriate actions to take in regard to safeguarding and advancing positive online safety policies. SWGfL has been at the forefront of online safety for the past two decades\, delivering engaging presentations and training to a wide variety of audiences nationally and internationally. \n\nSmart Horizons Child Protection \nSmart Horizons Child Protection has been providing certifiable\, high quality and accessible online and face-to-face training courses for over 15 years across multiple sectors\, including education\, healthcare\, social work\, and law enforcement. \n\nNathaniel Cole \nNathaniel Cole is a writer\, researcher and workshop facilitator working across masculinity\, mental wellbeing\, relationships & sex education\, as well as the co-founder of the community swimming group\, Swim Dem Crew. His TEDX Talk Why We Need to Change the Way Young Men Think About Consent has had over 60\,000 views. \n\nSmartphone Free Childhood \nSmartphone Free Childhood is a grassroots parent-led movement who believe childhood is too short to be spent on a smartphone. \nThey work to bring parents and educational leaders together to start new and positive conversations about the problems of smartphones and social media in childhood\, to empower parents to delay giving their children smartphones to at least the end of Year 9 via their regional Parent Pact\, and to demonstrate to both government and tech companies that parents and educational leaders are demanding change. Katie Moore is a Mum of 3\, and an ambassador for Delay Smartphones as well as a regional leader of Smartphone Free Childhood.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/teacher-parent-and-practitioners-conference/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20250918T080814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T112028Z
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SUMMARY:A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-history-of-northamptonshire-in-100-objects/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20251120T095408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155556Z
UID:132035-1768737600-1768755600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:From the Collection: Women Artists
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-women-artists/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260204T150437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T150437Z
UID:134274-1768737600-1768755600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Lifelines: The work of Sculptor Nicolas Moreton
DESCRIPTION:Northampton Museum and Art Gallery presents a solo exhibition of the stone carving of sculptor Nicolas Moreton to the public. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\n\n\nSaturday 17 January – Sunday 22 March 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \nVisitor Advisory: This exhibition includes sculptures featuring the nude human form and parental discretion is advised.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/lifelines-the-work-of-sculptor-nicolas-moreton/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T151500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T170619
CREATED:20260116T120009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T120009Z
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SUMMARY:Northampton Saints vs Scarlets
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LOCATION:Franklin’s Gardens\, Weedon Rd\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN5 5BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rugby
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SUMMARY:STONE THE CROWS
DESCRIPTION:Music from 4pm.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/stone-the-crows-3/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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