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VISUALISE at 78
2025-05-21 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-22 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-23 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-24 10:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Contemporary Stitched Textiles
The Bassett-Lowke Rooms

Sat 8 Mar 2025 â€“ Sun 25 May 2025

An exhibition of Contemporary Stitched Art Textiles
We are delighted to be hosting this new exhibition of textiles and mixed media work which has been created by the Visualise textile group. Visualise was formed several years ago, by like-minded artists who enjoy creating diverse work with stitch as the common thread.
The exhibition will also feature work by internationally known textile artist and Embroiderers Guild member Nigel Cheney who is the current mentor to Visualise.
On display is a diverse array of abstract, realistic and figurative art using a wide variety of media: paper, fabric (new, distressed and recycled) and found objects which are hand and machine stitched, or felted to create art inspired by both the natural world and the built environment.
The exhibition includes textile art inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and 78 Derngate itself, with framed and small items for sale.
Combining a look round the iconic Charles Rennie Mackintosh House before visiting the exhibition, gardens and shop, followed by partaking of some drink or food in The Dining Room is the perfect way to spend a glorious few hours in Northampton town.
There will be some â€˜Meet the Artistsâ€™ days during the exhibition, details as yet to be announced.
The members meet regularly in Welford, Northamptonshire, with the aim of promoting creativity through rigorous discipline, underpinned by an interest in the history of textiles worldwide.
Opening on Saturday 8th March until Sunday 25th May 2025, closed Mondays
10am- 4.30 pm â€“ free admission to galleries, shop and cafe.
https://www.visualise.online/

The Worst Record Covers in the World
2025-05-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
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!

An exhibition of work by final year students from Northampton College.
2025-05-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Saturday 17 May â€“ 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.
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Pig Heart Boy
2025-05-21 10:30, 2025-05-22 10:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Is it better to have a pig’s heart that works … than a human heart that doesn’t?
Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal – have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately needs a heart transplant and time is running out. When he’s finally offered a new heart, Cameron must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back.
From the multi-award-winning writer Malorie Blackman OBE, author of Noughts and Crosses, this brilliant novel is brought to life in a brand-new adaptation by Winsome Pinnock, and is directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu in a Unicorn co-production with Sheffield Theatres and Children’s Theatre Partnership.
Pig Heart Boy was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and adapted by the BBC into a Bafta award-winning TV series.

NMPAT: Big Sing
2025-05-21 18:30, 2025-05-22 18:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust presents a celebration of our singing heroes, featuring a massed primary school choir formed from schools across Northamptonshire.

CONFIDENCE MAN – THE ROADMENDER
2025-05-21 19:00 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
Australian rave-pop group Confidence Man are back.
Since they forced their way into the scene with their 2018 breakthrough album CONFIDENT
MUSIC FOR CONFIDENT PEOPLE, Confidence Man have won hearts and lost minds
around the world with their arch pop-dance confections and homemade choreo.

PHOTOGRAPHY
2025-05-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
CORNWALL CUP – FINAL The final round where the winners from the previous three rounds of our natural history images competition battle for the trophy. Invited Judge.

ARCHAEOLOGY/HISTORY
2025-05-22 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
GRAND HOUSES OF NORTHAMPTONSHIRE AND BEYOND. The society has in its collections a number of photographic albums dating back from the creation of the society in 1876. This is a selection of those images that have been scanned, featuring grand houses, mostly from Northamptonshire but some less local.

Masterclass: Hoppy Beer.
2025-05-22 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Ages 18+

Hop hop hooray if you love hoppy beer!
For this masterclass we’ll be opening our hoppiest brews and discovering how the hops used impact the beers themselves, whether we have a favourite hop, and deciding whether there is such a thing as too hoppy. Hop lovers unite â€“ this one’s for you!

The Mail Coach Spotlight
2025-05-22 20:00 | Mail Coach, 8 Derngate, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UB, United Kingdom
Get ready for a night of incredible music at Mail Coach Northampton in Northampton! Join us for a sensational musical showcase featuring various artists hosted by the talented Charlie Sumner.
Experience a diverse range of musical styles and performances that will have you dancing all night long. From soulful ballads to energetic pop hits, this event has something for everyone.
Come and support local talent while enjoying a night of live music in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Donâ€™t miss out on this unforgettable evening at Mail Coach Northampton

CRAFT & CHATTER
2025-05-23 12:30 - 14:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Every Friday 12.30 â€“ 2.00 Free If youâ€™re looking for a way to unwind after a busy week or just want to make some new crafting friends, come along with your chosen craft to these friendly informal sessions. They take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower cafe area. Drop in no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.

Snooker Celebrity Dinner & Exhibition.
2025-05-23 19:00 | Cheyne Walk Club, 2 Cheyne Walk, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PU, United Kingdom
Following a seven-year absence, we’re thrilled to announce that there will be a snooker celebrity dinner and exhibition on Friday 23rd May 2025.
With special guest, six-times World Champion Steve Davis giving an after-dinner speech, and the incredibly talented Mark Allen playing an exhibition set, this is a unique chance to enjoy a three-course dinner and watch one of the world’s biggest snooker stars in action.
Running order for the night:

Arrival – 6:30pm
Dinner served – 7:00pm
Steve Davis’ after-dinner speech – 8:15pm
Exhibition snooker from Mark Allen – 9:00-11:00pm

(All timings are approximate and subject to change)
Maximum of 6 tickets per person. Payment is required in full at the time of booking, and our preferred payment method is online via PayPal using the link below. If you would prefer to make payment over the phone by credit/debit card, please contact the Club Secretary. Please note that your booking is not confirmed until full payment has been received.

Psychic Supper
2025-05-23 19:00 - 22:00 | The Eccentric Englishman, 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Could there be a message for you?

Rosie, our resident psychic medium, is back this month, to pass on messages to a small group of people (16 max).
Although we can’t guarantee that everybody will receive a message, you will come away with a wonderful warm feeling.
There’s laughter and tears and a cocktail or two, if you fancy, and we will bring up a sharing platter for your group halfway through to nibble on. Tickets are £40 pp including a deposit of £10 pp at the time of booking. We cater for most dietary requirements but please advise us when you book. Final payment is required on the night.
To book places, please call on 01604 626977 or contacts us via the website form. Please be aware this event sells out VERY quickly but, if you miss out, this time, there will be other events coming soon.

Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow in Show Pony
2025-05-23 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
After a sell-out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Taskmaster loser Nick Mohammed returns as his critically acclaimed alter-ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show.
Show Pony has been described by Mr. Swallow as “payback for everyone who didn’t come to the last tour” and will cover everything from not having his own sitcom to not having his own sitcom… and everything in between (critical race theory). As per – expect magic, music and a whole load of brand new mistakes.
Nick Mohammed is one of the UK’s most celebrated comedians, actors and writers. Nick has received feverish critical acclaim for his previous Mr. Swallow shows Dracula, Houdini and A Christmas Carol-ish… alongside his first UK tour The Very Best & Worst of Mr. Swallow.
Mr. Swallow has appeared in Dictionary Corner on numerous episodes of 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, with clips of his performances quickly going viral, along with entertaining the great and the good at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards, with frankly terrifying results!
Nick plays Nate in Apple TV’s hit multi award-winning series Ted Lasso, for which he was nominated twice for Outstanding Supporting Actor at the Emmy Awards. He has recently been seen starring in Sally Wainwright’s Renegade Nell (Disney+) and Steven Moffat’s Douglas Is Cancelled (ITV). Nick created, wrote, and starred (alongside David Schwimmer) in his own Sky TV hit show Intelligence. Other appearances include Stath Lets Flats (Channel 4), Inside No. 9 (BBC), This Time with Alan Partridge (BBC), and he’ll soon be seen starring alongside Bryce Dallas Howard and Orlando Bloom in Prime Video’s Deep Cover. He was one of the worst contestants in the history of Channel 4’s Taskmaster.

SWIFTOGEDDON - The Taylor Themed Club Night – THE ROADMENDER
2025-05-23 20:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
Swiftogeddon – The Taylor Swift Club Night
A night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits.
Do you have a Blank Space in your diary? Then this night is Taylor-made for you! Join fellow fans in a celebration of the genius of the Swift – because she’ll never go out of Style.

MOD STORY
2025-05-23 21:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Live music from 9pm.

Mini Makers at Northamptonshire Central Library
2025-05-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
Come and join us for our exciting Mini Makers childrenâ€™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 Â£1 per child.

Gladiators of Britain
2025-05-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain.

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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 countryâ€™s most important objects to tell the story of Britainâ€™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.

NORTHANTS MAKERS MARKET
2025-05-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Northampton Market Square
Join us at this new Makers Market for live performances and stalls from local artists and creatives.
. As well as stalls where you can buy local creative products, like jewellery and ceramics, each market will also feature a live performance and hands-on activities for the public.
According to Becky Carrier, its Founder and Director “Northants is such a creative county and we want to support creatives to showcase their wares but also to network with each other to make big things happen so that’s why, alongside the market, The Creative Place itself will be running a Creative Coffee Morning at 11am, Creative Lunch at 1pm and a Creative After-Party at 4pm to provide a networking space where everyone who wants to explore their creativity is welcome.”
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The opportunity to have a stall at the Makers Market is open to all Northants creatives and anyone interested should get in touch at nncreativeplace@gmail.com.
Those interested in keeping up-to-date with TCP activities and events, can visit The Creative Place – For Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers or sign up to the mailing list here The Creative Place
