Northampton BID

12 Artists, Two Venues, Limitless Creativity
2025-09-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
12 artists coming together at both Northampton Museum and Art Gallery and Abington Park Museum

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery & Abington Park Museum
Saturday 13 September â€“ Sunday 9 November 2025
A mix of mediums including ceramics, sculpture, paintings, glass, woodwork, printing, papercut illustrations, drawing, felted art and mixed media art.
Part of Northampton and Rutland Open Studios

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Church Tour: The Holy Sepulchre and its History
2025-09-16 14:30 - 16:00 | Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Sheep Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2LY
Step inside one of Northampton’s most historic buildings with a guided tour by one of the knowledgeable volunteers.
Discover the stories of the Holy Sepulchre, built in 1100 AD, and explore its role in local and national history. Learn about its architecture, famous visitors, and how faith has shaped the building over the centuries.
Booking is essential as spaces are limited.

MICROSCOPY
2025-09-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS by Ian Wilson and Mike Gibson. Butterfly and Moth wing scales are beautiful subjects for mounting. We will briefly look at the anatomy of butterflies and moths under the microscope before mounting butterfly and moth wing scales using specimens from old rescued collections.

PHOTOGRAPHY
2025-09-17 00:00 - 02:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
PEOPLE PLACES AND FACES by Lilliana Alani. A medley of different styles of photography that Lilliana has developed over the years. This presentation will take you around 5 continents in one evening. It is a medley of over 180 images, many of them award winning. It is a combination of different subjects, styles and techniques. From people in their natural environment, still life, decisive moments and many more. Presented in person in the rooms.

Heritage Open Days 2025
2025-09-17, 2025-09-18
Heritage Open Days is back from the 12th â€“ 21st September and promises to be bigger and better than ever!

What to expect
Heritage Open Days is a fantastic opportunity to explore some of Northamptonshire’s unique historic buildings and sites. Many of these sites are usually restricted access or charge for entry – but for the event they will be open and free of charge, allowing you to find out about the area’s vibrant culture and heritage like never before!
Heritage Buses
Northampton’s beloved heritage double-decker buses are back, running from George Row on 20th and 21st September - a perfect way to explore the town in vintage style. Keep an eye on this page for route and timetable updates, and look out for printed schedules at Northampton Museum and library soon.
The classic buses will also be returning to Daventry on 13th September, after being such a crowd-pleaser last year. Don’t miss your chance to hop on and enjoy the ride!
Why not make a day of it in Wellingborough on 13th and 14th September? Catch a ride on the vintage buses on your way to the Celebrate Wellingborough festivities!
Click here to view Saturdayâ€™s timetable for Northampton.
Click here to view Sundayâ€™s timetable for Northampton.

I Spy Northampton Market Square Architecture Trail
2025-09-17 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 09:00 - 17:00
Visit the Central Library in Abington Street or the Museum & Art Gallery in Guildhall Road to collect a Northampton architectural heritage trail map of the Market Square and take a self-guided walk around the heart of the town, taking in some of Northampton’s important heritage buildings.

Heritage Open Days Tour
2025-09-17 10:00 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Heritage Open Days Tour

Will be held on Saturday 13th September & Wednesday 17th September 2025
First tour at 10:00 am, last tour at 3:00 pm

This is a free event

The Old Savoy and The Deco Theatre are now one of Northampton’s premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions, conferences, meetings, wedding receptions, parties and other social or corporate events, and although it certainly didn’t start that way when it was first built, it has always been a home of family entertainment.

The building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.

The Savoy was very popular and originally held almost 2000 people in the 696 seat circle and 1200 seat stalls. It was designed both as a cinema and theatre complete with orchestra pit. It hosted shows and concerts as well as films.

In the 1950s it was renamed the ‘ABC’ in line with the group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!

A number of the ’60s bands have returned to play The Deco Theatre in recent years, including the Hollies, the Searchers and Billy J Kramer.

In 1974, it was converted to a three-screen complex by using the rear of the stalls with a dividing wall for the 2 smaller screens and leaving the main auditorium circle as the main ‘ABC 1’.

By the mid-’90s, however, the ABC now renamed Cannon cinema was unable to compete with the modern multi-screen complexes and it finally closed its doors in 1995 with the appropriately named “Terminal Velocity”.

The building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was converted to a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004.

The Old Savoy – The Home of The Deco Theatre – Open Days
2025-09-17 10:00 - 15:00 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
The Deco Theatre, Northampton’s hidden gem, is host to a wide variety of shows, the Christmas pantomime, and many training events. Over recent years the theatre has thoroughly re-established itself and continues to grow from strength to strength.
The Building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.
The Savoy was very popular and originally held almost 2000 people in the 696 seat circle and 1200 seat stalls. It was designed both as a cinema and theatre complete with an orchestra pit. It hosted shows and concerts as well as films.
In the 1950s it was renamed the ‘ABC’ in line with the group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!
By the mid-’90s, however, the ABC, now renamed Cannon cinema, was unable to compete with the modern multi-screen complexes, and it finally closed its doors in 1995 with the appropriately named “Terminal Velocity”.
The building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was refurbished into a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004, and now is the ‘The Old Savoy’, home of The Deco Theatre.

Saturday 13 September: 10.00-15.00
Wednesday 17 September: 10.00-15.00

Nine Creatives @ 78 Derngate
2025-09-17 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 16:30 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
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

From the Collection: Landscapes
2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
For centuries, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Until Sunday 4 October
When landscape did appear in paintings, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes.
This perception began to shift in the 17th century with the work of Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. These pioneering artists crafted idealised rural vistas to illustrate the myths of Ancient Greece and Rome, imbuing natural elements with metaphorical meaning. Through their romantic and structured visions of the countryside, landscape painting began to gain recognition as a meaningful art form.
It was not until the 19th century, however, that landscape truly came into its own. Artists such as J.M.W. Turner and John Constable redefined the genre, capturing the drama, emotion, and grandeur of the natural world. Their work affirmed landscape as a powerful subject in its own right—one that continues to inspire artists to this day.
Drawing from the museum collections, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting, where nature takes centre stage.
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Scrum: Women in Rugby
2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Northampton Museum!

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

Saturday 16 August â€“ 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!

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Reimagine Northampton!
2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Architecture students from Northampton College have been reimagining Northampton, taking an existing heritage asset and suggesting how it could be transformed with heart and, of course, imagination!
The students’ work will be on display in the café at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery for the duration of the festival, linking to exhibitions featuring the county town elsewhere in the museum.

Friday 12th Sept – Sat 20th Sept: 10am-5pm.
Sunday 21st Sept: 12pm-5pm.

Great Fire of Northampton Walking Trail
2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
The Great Fire of Northampton in 1675 destroyed much of the town centre – a walking trail will take participants around the centre of the town to see some of the affected buildings and how the town was rebuilt, while learning more about this year’s 350th anniversary commemoration.
Trail leaflets will be available from Northampton Museum & Art Gallery, Northampton Central Library, and the Discover Northamptonshire Tourism Hub at Rushden Lakes.

Delapré Abbey – Heritage Open Days
2025-09-17 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Delapre Abbey, NN4 8AW
For Heritage Open Days, Delapré Abbey will be open for free entry on Sunday 14th, Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th and Sunday 21st September, from 11am, last entries at 3pm.
The house closes at 4pm.
Learn about how the house started as a nunnery and later became home to two families with interesting stories.
This event is free but pre-booking is advised.

THE BILLY JAM NIGHT
2025-09-17 19:30 - 22:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
A place to meet and jam with felllow musicians

OPEN MIC
2025-09-17 20:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Open Mic Night from 8pm

Cowork Crew Northampton
2025-09-18 09:00 - 16:30 | Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1EW, United Kingdom
Cowork Crew takes the best bits of coworking and networking and jumbles it together in a once-a-month 1 day event. Weâ€™d love you to join us!

Agenda

09:00 - 09:30
Welcome and grab a cuppa

09:30 - 12:00
Get some work done

12:00 - 12:45
Speaker: Hannah Brady, Co-Founder of The Brady Creative

12:45 - 13:30
Lunch

13:30 - 16:30
Get some work done (and cake break!)

16:30
Byeeeeee! See you next month ðŸ™‚

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Café Scientifique
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:30 | The Beehive, Harborough Rd, Northampton, NN2 8LR
Description
Let’s go to the park – why greenspaces are important for Northampton’s residents.
Thursday 18th September 2025, 5.00 – 6.30pm
The Beehive
Harborough Rd,
Northampton NN2 8LR
September’s Café Scientifique is presented by Dr Declan Ryan, Associate Professor in Physical Activity and Health at The University of Northampton
https://www.northampton.ac.uk/research/research-institutes-and-centres/centre-for-health-sciences-and-services-chss/
Detailed Description
This talk will examine Declan’s work with Northampton’s Active Quarter and the partnership of local people and organisations.
Our parks have seen a decline in public funding over the past decade even though they are a vital place to support our local communities. To promote Northampton’s Parks, Northampton’s Active Quarter was formed as a partnership to make our greenspaces easier and more enjoyable to use. Collectively, the partnership has secured over £1,000,000 of funding for our local parks. Declan, from the University of Northampton, will talk about the partnership and how they are working with residents to make sure parks have a prominent role in peoples’ lives for years to come.
Refreshments available to purchase.

BIKE NIGHTS
2025-09-18 17:00 - 23:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Show off your ride â€“ all are welcome.

Women's Bookclub 18 September 2025
2025-09-18 18:30 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
?? Come on your own or with friends. All women are welcome! We meet every third Thursday of the month. Book talk, cocktails, wine, coffee, etc
???? Tickets are £10 to attend, the price of the ticket is fully redeemable against drinks purchased on the night. Contribute as much or as little to the book chat as you like, weâ€™d just love to have you there! For details of each monthâ€™s book, please see Instagram and Facebook posts or direct message us on those platforms. Tickets are non-refundable. Looking forward to welcoming you to the book club!
??? Meet at 6:30, settle in, and discussions start at 7pm
