BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Northampton BID - ECPv6.2.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Northampton BID REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260208T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700204T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20260105T155031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T155031Z UID:133569-1770557400-2937600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Gruffalo’s Child DESCRIPTION:The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEver set foot in the deep dark wood… \nFollow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. \nOne wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? \nLet your imagination run wild with songs\, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. \n \nAdapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book \nThe Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books \n\nAccess Enhanced Performance \nRelaxed Performance\nThe performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. \nAudio Described & Touch Tour\nThe performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. \nPlease click here for Access Performance Information \n\nEDUCATIONAL RATE \n£12 with 1 free ticket for every 10\n \nClick here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-gruffalos-child/2026-02-08/3/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gruffalos-Child-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700203T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20260105T155031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T155031Z UID:133567-1770471000-2851200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Gruffalo’s Child DESCRIPTION:The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEver set foot in the deep dark wood… \nFollow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. \nOne wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? \nLet your imagination run wild with songs\, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103. \n \nAdapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book \nThe Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books \n\nAccess Enhanced Performance \nRelaxed Performance\nThe performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed. \nAudio Described & Touch Tour\nThe performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre. \nPlease click here for Access Performance Information \n\nEDUCATIONAL RATE \n£12 with 1 free ticket for every 10\n \nClick here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-gruffalos-child/2026-02-07/2/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gruffalos-Child-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260206T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700220T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20251218T130320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T130320Z UID:133204-1770400800-4320000@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-2/2026-02-06/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-18-125919.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700117T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20260105T124247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T124247Z UID:133513-1769004000-1382400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Shen Yun DESCRIPTION:Experience China Before Communism \nThe moment the curtain opens\, you enter a wondrous dream. \nShen Yun takes you on an extraordinary journey through China’s 5\,000 years of divinely inspired culture. Exquisite beauty from the heavens\, profound wisdom from dynasties past\, timeless legends\, and ethnic traditions all spring to life through classical Chinese dance\, enchanting live orchestral music\, authentic costumes\, and patented interactive backdrops. Revisit a time when scholars and artists sought harmony with the Tao\, or the “Way” of the universe\, and when divine beings walked upon the earth to inspire humanity. \nJoin us for a night filled with beauty\, wisdom\, courage\, and hope. Witness Heaven’s beauty on stage and experience the magic of Shen Yun—live. It’s an experience of a lifetime! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/shen-yun-3/2026-01-21/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Northampton_2340-x-978-px-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700113T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20260105T123048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T123048Z UID:133492-1768660200-1036800@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/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/8181_153_222_Northampton_2340x978_v1-1-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700110T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20260105T123048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T123048Z UID:133488-1768401000-777600@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-2/2026-01-14/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/8181_153_222_Northampton_2340x978_v1-1-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260103T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700117T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20251218T130320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T130320Z UID:133202-1767463200-1382400@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-2/2026-01-03/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-18-125919.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251226T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700109T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T214505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T214505Z UID:133236-1766754000-691200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Mog's Christmas DESCRIPTION:It’s Christmas time\, and the Thomas family are looking back on the past year and all the adventures they’ve shared with their cat\, Mog from catching a burglar in the spring to a dramatic summer chase at the V.E.T. Now as they prepare for the festive season\, Mog is baffled by strange noises\, peculiar smells\, and what’s this? A tree moving indoors! Amidst the festive chaos\, will Mog ever come inside for Christmas? Join Mog and the Thomas family for a heartwarming Christmas adventure filled with surprises\, snowy mischief\, and the true meaning of family. The Wardrobe Ensemble (whose The Stage Award-winning Education\, Education\, Education transferred from Royal & Derngate to the West End) adapt Judith Kerr’s beloved and iconic stories for the stage in a lively and enchanting production directed by Helena Middleton (Pippi Longstocking)\, with songs\, live music\, and a menagerie of creatures little and large. These timeless tales of family\, friendship\, and festive fun are brought to life to allow a new generation of children to fall in love with Mog. Based on the bestselling Mog picture book series by Judith Kerr\, published by HarperCollins Children’s Books. Originally produced by Royal & Derngate\, Northampton\, The Old Vic and The Wardrobe Ensemble. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mogs-christmas/2025-12-26/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Mogs-Christmas_2340x978_web-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251224T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700107T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T214505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T214505Z UID:133235-1766574000-518400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Mog's Christmas DESCRIPTION:It’s Christmas time\, and the Thomas family are looking back on the past year and all the adventures they’ve shared with their cat\, Mog from catching a burglar in the spring to a dramatic summer chase at the V.E.T. Now as they prepare for the festive season\, Mog is baffled by strange noises\, peculiar smells\, and what’s this? A tree moving indoors! Amidst the festive chaos\, will Mog ever come inside for Christmas? Join Mog and the Thomas family for a heartwarming Christmas adventure filled with surprises\, snowy mischief\, and the true meaning of family. The Wardrobe Ensemble (whose The Stage Award-winning Education\, Education\, Education transferred from Royal & Derngate to the West End) adapt Judith Kerr’s beloved and iconic stories for the stage in a lively and enchanting production directed by Helena Middleton (Pippi Longstocking)\, with songs\, live music\, and a menagerie of creatures little and large. These timeless tales of family\, friendship\, and festive fun are brought to life to allow a new generation of children to fall in love with Mog. Based on the bestselling Mog picture book series by Judith Kerr\, published by HarperCollins Children’s Books. Originally produced by Royal & Derngate\, Northampton\, The Old Vic and The Wardrobe Ensemble. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mogs-christmas/2025-12-24/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Mogs-Christmas_2340x978_web-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700408T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T205817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T205817Z UID:129656-1764426600-8380800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Miracle On 34th Street DESCRIPTION:A true Christmas classic comes alive this holiday season withWhite Cobras staged radio performance ofMiracle On 34th Street. The story is based on the famous 1947 film\, which was first presented as a radio play at the Lux Radio Theatre. \nA formidable Macys store executive\, Doris Walker is desperately searching for a new store Santa Claus. She hires Kris Kringle who insists that he is the real Santa Claus and proves immensely popular. However\, when a conflict with the stores incompetent psychologist erupts\, Kris finds himself at Bellevue where\, in despair\, he deliberately fails a psychological test. All seems lost until Doris friend\, Fred Gailey\, reassures Kris of his worth and agrees to represent him in the fight to secure his release. Fred arranges a hearing in which he argues that Kris is sane because he is in fact the real Santa Claus! \nThe White Cobra cast bring alive a lively crew of characters\, with radio jingles and sound effects that will delight audiences\, young and old. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/miracle-on-34th-street/2025-11-29/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Mon34thSt_Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203551Z UID:129620-1763821800-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Fawlty Towers DESCRIPTION:TheGreatest British Sitcom of All Time(Radio Times) is back this time on stage! \n50 years since it first graced our TV screens\,Fawlty Towersis now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legendJohn Cleeseand directed byCaroline Jay Ranger. \nFresh from a sold-out West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every London and national critic\, selling out every single performance during its record-breaking West End run. \nJoin Basil (Danny Bayne)\, the delightfully bumbling Major (Paul Nicholas) and Polly (Joanne Clifton) and an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the shows unforgettable twelve episodes. With sharp wit\, chaos\, and calamity at every turn\, this is the comedy event of the year! \nSecure your tickets now and relive the madness ofFawlty Towerslive on stage. Its a staycation youll never forget! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/fawlty-towers-2/2025-11-22/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/MM_FT_2025139_Northampton_Digital_2340x978-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700330T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203551Z UID:129617-1763649000-7603200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Fawlty Towers DESCRIPTION:TheGreatest British Sitcom of All Time(Radio Times) is back this time on stage! \n50 years since it first graced our TV screens\,Fawlty Towersis now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legendJohn Cleeseand directed byCaroline Jay Ranger. \nFresh from a sold-out West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every London and national critic\, selling out every single performance during its record-breaking West End run. \nJoin Basil (Danny Bayne)\, the delightfully bumbling Major (Paul Nicholas) and Polly (Joanne Clifton) and an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the shows unforgettable twelve episodes. With sharp wit\, chaos\, and calamity at every turn\, this is the comedy event of the year! \nSecure your tickets now and relive the madness ofFawlty Towerslive on stage. Its a staycation youll never forget! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/fawlty-towers-2/2025-11-20/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/MM_FT_2025139_Northampton_Digital_2340x978-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700329T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203551Z UID:129615-1763562600-7516800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Fawlty Towers DESCRIPTION:TheGreatest British Sitcom of All Time(Radio Times) is back this time on stage! \n50 years since it first graced our TV screens\,Fawlty Towersis now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legendJohn Cleeseand directed byCaroline Jay Ranger. \nFresh from a sold-out West End season! This laugh-out-loud production was universally acclaimed by every London and national critic\, selling out every single performance during its record-breaking West End run. \nJoin Basil (Danny Bayne)\, the delightfully bumbling Major (Paul Nicholas) and Polly (Joanne Clifton) and an 18-strong cast as they bring to life all your favourite moments from the shows unforgettable twelve episodes. With sharp wit\, chaos\, and calamity at every turn\, this is the comedy event of the year! \nSecure your tickets now and relive the madness ofFawlty Towerslive on stage. Its a staycation youll never forget! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/fawlty-towers-2/2025-11-19/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/MM_FT_2025139_Northampton_Digital_2340x978-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251108T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700318T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T200710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T200710Z UID:129573-1762612200-6566400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Agatha Christies Death On The Nile DESCRIPTION:Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for. \nOn board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun\, a couples idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder. As secrets that have been buried in the sands of time finally resurface\, can the world-famous detective\, Hercule Poirot\, untangle the web of lies and solve another crime? \nFollowing the sell-out tour ofMurder On The Orient Express\, this thrilling production will feature reunites writerKen Ludwig\,directorLucy Bailey(Witness For The Prosecution)andFiery Angel. \nStarring asPoirotisMark Hadfield(Belfast;Outlander;Wallander)who will be joined on stage byGlynis Barber(Dempsey andMakepeace;EastEnders) andBob Barrett(Murder on the Orient Express;Holby City). This brand-new adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic is not to be missed. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/agatha-christies-death-on-the-nile/2025-11-08/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DOTN-NEW-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251105T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250824T200710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T200710Z UID:129569-1762353000-6307200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Agatha Christies Death On The Nile DESCRIPTION:Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for. \nOn board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun\, a couples idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder. As secrets that have been buried in the sands of time finally resurface\, can the world-famous detective\, Hercule Poirot\, untangle the web of lies and solve another crime? \nFollowing the sell-out tour ofMurder On The Orient Express\, this thrilling production will feature reunites writerKen Ludwig\,directorLucy Bailey(Witness For The Prosecution)andFiery Angel. \nStarring asPoirotisMark Hadfield(Belfast;Outlander;Wallander)who will be joined on stage byGlynis Barber(Dempsey andMakepeace;EastEnders) andBob Barrett(Murder on the Orient Express;Holby City). This brand-new adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic is not to be missed. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/agatha-christies-death-on-the-nile/2025-11-05/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DOTN-NEW-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251102T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700316T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250820T213438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T213438Z UID:129530-1762090200-6393600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:A Squash And A Squeeze DESCRIPTION:A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production\nA musical adaptation of the best-selling book A Squash And A Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler \n\nStep into the magical world ofA Squash And A Squeezelive on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasnt happy her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old mans solution of bringing in a flappy\, scratchy\, greedy\, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work? \nJoin us for this heart warming and hilarious adventure\, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership ofJulia DonaldsonandAxel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duoBarb JungrandSamantha Lane. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-squash-and-a-squeeze/2025-11-02/4/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A-Squash-A-Squeeze-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251102T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700316T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250820T213438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T213438Z UID:129529-1762079400-6393600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:A Squash And A Squeeze DESCRIPTION:A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production\nA musical adaptation of the best-selling book A Squash And A Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler \n\nStep into the magical world ofA Squash And A Squeezelive on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasnt happy her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old mans solution of bringing in a flappy\, scratchy\, greedy\, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work? \nJoin us for this heart warming and hilarious adventure\, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership ofJulia DonaldsonandAxel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duoBarb JungrandSamantha Lane. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-squash-and-a-squeeze/2025-11-02/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A-Squash-A-Squeeze-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250820T213438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T213438Z UID:129528-1762011000-6307200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:A Squash And A Squeeze DESCRIPTION:A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production\nA musical adaptation of the best-selling book A Squash And A Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler \n\nStep into the magical world ofA Squash And A Squeezelive on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasnt happy her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old mans solution of bringing in a flappy\, scratchy\, greedy\, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work? \nJoin us for this heart warming and hilarious adventure\, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership ofJulia DonaldsonandAxel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duoBarb JungrandSamantha Lane. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-squash-and-a-squeeze/2025-11-01/3/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A-Squash-A-Squeeze-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250820T212608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T212608Z UID:129512-1762007400-6307200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:NMTC Jesus Christ Superstar DESCRIPTION:Lyrics by Tim Rice and Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. An amateur production by arrangement with The Really Useful Group Limited.Whats the buzz?. With over 30 productions performed in the Derngate Auditorium\,Northampton Musical Theatre Companyare excited to be returning once again with the epic musicalJesus Christ Superstar. With music byAndrew Lloyd Webberand lyrics byTim Rice\,Jesus Christ Superstarhas wowed audiences for over 50 years. A timeless work\, the rock opera tells the story of Jesus in the final days leading up to his crucifixion\, but seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. The iconic 1970s rock score contains well-known numbers such asSuperstar\,I Dont Know How to Love HimandGethsemane. Dont miss your chance to experience this unforgettable musical. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nmtc-jesus-christ-superstar/2025-11-01/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/nmtc-jcs-website-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250820T213438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T213438Z UID:129527-1762003800-6307200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:A Squash And A Squeeze DESCRIPTION:A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production\nA musical adaptation of the best-selling book A Squash And A Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler \n\nStep into the magical world ofA Squash And A Squeezelive on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasnt happy her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old mans solution of bringing in a flappy\, scratchy\, greedy\, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work? \nJoin us for this heart warming and hilarious adventure\, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership ofJulia DonaldsonandAxel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duoBarb JungrandSamantha Lane. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-squash-and-a-squeeze/2025-11-01/2/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A-Squash-A-Squeeze-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250820T213438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T213438Z UID:129526-1761993000-6307200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:A Squash And A Squeeze DESCRIPTION:A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production\nA musical adaptation of the best-selling book A Squash And A Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler \n\nStep into the magical world ofA Squash And A Squeezelive on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasnt happy her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old mans solution of bringing in a flappy\, scratchy\, greedy\, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work? \nJoin us for this heart warming and hilarious adventure\, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership ofJulia DonaldsonandAxel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duoBarb JungrandSamantha Lane. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/a-squash-and-a-squeeze/2025-11-01/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A-Squash-A-Squeeze-Website-1170x476-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700427T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250527T153404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T153404Z UID:127046-1758389400-10022400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Mystery Tours - 'The Great Fire of Northampton' DESCRIPTION:The Mystery Tours – ‘The Great Fire of Northampton’\n\nSunday 29th June at 5pm\, Sunday 31st August at 5.30pm and Saturday 20th September at 5.30pm. \nStep Into the Flames of History!\n \nJoin us for an immersive journey back to September 20th\, 1675\, when a single spark ignited a catastrophic fire that reduced much of Northampton to ashes. Guided by our enigmatic Time Traveller\, youll witness the unfolding disaster\, hear the tales of survival\, and see how the town rose from the ashes. \nTour Highlights \nSt. Marys Street \nStand at the very spot where the fire began and discover how a single flame in a thatched house led to devastation. \nMarket Square \nHear the dramatic accounts of desperate townsfolk\, the crumbling of historic buildings\, and the narrow escapes from the inferno. \nAll Saints Church \nSee how this iconic landmark rose from the ashes\, thanks to King Charles IIs donation of timber. \nSessions House \nMarvel at one of the first buildings to be rebuilt\, symbolizing the towns determination to recover. \nMeeting Point: St. Peters Church\, Northampton (Outside main gate) \nEnd Point: Top of Abington Street \nDuration: 90 minutes (approximately) \nSuitable for: Adults & children over 10 \nTickets: 15 (including booking fee) \nImportant Information \nThis is a walking tourplease wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. \nBook Your Spot Now! \nSuitability: Adults and children over the age of ten. Lasts approx 1hr. Tickets: 15 inc booking fee \nInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/mystery.tours/ \nFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/themysterytours \nTo book\, click the link. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-mystery-tours-the-great-fire-of-northampton/2025-09-20/ LOCATION:Northamptonshire CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/fx-gs.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700103T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250918T160603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T160603Z UID:130809-1758378600-172800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Bat Out Of Hell DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the ultimate rock experience asBAT OUT OF HELLroars into Northampton in 2025! The iconic music ofJim SteinmanandMeat Loafwill once again shake the stage\, delivering an electrifying journey that will ignite your love for rock like never before. \nThis heart-pounding experience\, with a powerhouse eight-piece live band on stage\, delivers a new production with sprawling multi-level platforms to transport you from Ravens bedroom to the underground world of the Lost in a visual feast that pushes the boundaries of live theatre. \nHeadlining this epic production\, we are thrilled to welcome backGlenn Adamson\,Sharon Sexton\, andRob Fowlerin the iconic roles of Strat\, Sloane\, and Falco\, joined by the sensationalKatie Tonkinsonas Raven. Their unmatched vocal talents will bring Meat Loafs anthems to life\, includingId Do Anything For Love (But I Wont Do That)\,Paradise By The Dashboard Light\,Two Out of Three Aint Bad\,Dead Ringer For Love\, and\, of course\,Bat Out of Hell. \nBrace yourself for a legendary night of rock n roll asBAT OUT OF HELL: The Musical explodes back onto the stage\, promising a spectacle that will leave you breathless! \n\nTrigger Warning: Please note strobe lights are in use. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/bat-out-of-hell/2025-09-20/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/BOOH_Generic_2340x978_Restricted-1170x476-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250619T092537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z UID:127884-1758121200-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Tour DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days Tour\n\nWill be held on Saturday 13th September & Wednesday 17th September 2025\nFirst tour at 10:00 am\, last tour at 3:00 pm\n\nThis is a free event\n\nThe Old Savoy and The Deco Theatre are now one of Northamptons premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didnt start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as the Savoy\, described as Northamptons 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 Glens work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\n\nThe 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.\n\nIn the 1950s it was renamed the ABC in line with the groups 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!\n\nA number of the 60s bands have returned to play The Deco Theatre in recent years\, including the Hollies\, the Searchers and Billy J Kramer.\n\nIn 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.\n\nBy 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.\n\nThe building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was converted to a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-tour/2025-09-17/6/ LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/6-900x678-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250619T092537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z UID:127883-1758117600-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Tour DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days Tour\n\nWill be held on Saturday 13th September & Wednesday 17th September 2025\nFirst tour at 10:00 am\, last tour at 3:00 pm\n\nThis is a free event\n\nThe Old Savoy and The Deco Theatre are now one of Northamptons premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didnt start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as the Savoy\, described as Northamptons 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 Glens work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\n\nThe 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.\n\nIn the 1950s it was renamed the ABC in line with the groups 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!\n\nA number of the 60s bands have returned to play The Deco Theatre in recent years\, including the Hollies\, the Searchers and Billy J Kramer.\n\nIn 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.\n\nBy 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.\n\nThe building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was converted to a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-tour/2025-09-17/5/ LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/6-900x678-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250619T092537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z UID:127882-1758114000-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Tour DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days Tour\n\nWill be held on Saturday 13th September & Wednesday 17th September 2025\nFirst tour at 10:00 am\, last tour at 3:00 pm\n\nThis is a free event\n\nThe Old Savoy and The Deco Theatre are now one of Northamptons premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didnt start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as the Savoy\, described as Northamptons 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 Glens work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\n\nThe 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.\n\nIn the 1950s it was renamed the ABC in line with the groups 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!\n\nA number of the 60s bands have returned to play The Deco Theatre in recent years\, including the Hollies\, the Searchers and Billy J Kramer.\n\nIn 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.\n\nBy 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.\n\nThe building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was converted to a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-tour/2025-09-17/4/ LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/6-900x678-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250619T092537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z UID:127881-1758110400-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Tour DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days Tour\n\nWill be held on Saturday 13th September & Wednesday 17th September 2025\nFirst tour at 10:00 am\, last tour at 3:00 pm\n\nThis is a free event\n\nThe Old Savoy and The Deco Theatre are now one of Northamptons premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didnt start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as the Savoy\, described as Northamptons 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 Glens work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\n\nThe 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.\n\nIn the 1950s it was renamed the ABC in line with the groups 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!\n\nA number of the 60s bands have returned to play The Deco Theatre in recent years\, including the Hollies\, the Searchers and Billy J Kramer.\n\nIn 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.\n\nBy 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.\n\nThe building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was converted to a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-tour/2025-09-17/3/ LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/6-900x678-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250619T092537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z UID:127880-1758106800-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days Tour DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days Tour\n\nWill be held on Saturday 13th September & Wednesday 17th September 2025\nFirst tour at 10:00 am\, last tour at 3:00 pm\n\nThis is a free event\n\nThe Old Savoy and The Deco Theatre are now one of Northamptons premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didnt start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as the Savoy\, described as Northamptons 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 Glens work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\n\nThe 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.\n\nIn the 1950s it was renamed the ABC in line with the groups 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!\n\nA number of the 60s bands have returned to play The Deco Theatre in recent years\, including the Hollies\, the Searchers and Billy J Kramer.\n\nIn 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.\n\nBy 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.\n\nThe building was derelict for five years until 2000 when it was converted to a multi-purpose venue opening in October 2004. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-tour/2025-09-17/2/ LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/6-900x678-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700407T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250527T153404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T153404Z UID:127045-1756661400-8294400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The Mystery Tours - 'The Great Fire of Northampton' DESCRIPTION:The Mystery Tours – ‘The Great Fire of Northampton’\n\nSunday 29th June at 5pm\, Sunday 31st August at 5.30pm and Saturday 20th September at 5.30pm. \nStep Into the Flames of History!\n \nJoin us for an immersive journey back to September 20th\, 1675\, when a single spark ignited a catastrophic fire that reduced much of Northampton to ashes. Guided by our enigmatic Time Traveller\, youll witness the unfolding disaster\, hear the tales of survival\, and see how the town rose from the ashes. \nTour Highlights \nSt. Marys Street \nStand at the very spot where the fire began and discover how a single flame in a thatched house led to devastation. \nMarket Square \nHear the dramatic accounts of desperate townsfolk\, the crumbling of historic buildings\, and the narrow escapes from the inferno. \nAll Saints Church \nSee how this iconic landmark rose from the ashes\, thanks to King Charles IIs donation of timber. \nSessions House \nMarvel at one of the first buildings to be rebuilt\, symbolizing the towns determination to recover. \nMeeting Point: St. Peters Church\, Northampton (Outside main gate) \nEnd Point: Top of Abington Street \nDuration: 90 minutes (approximately) \nSuitable for: Adults & children over 10 \nTickets: 15 (including booking fee) \nImportant Information \nThis is a walking tourplease wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. \nBook Your Spot Now! \nSuitability: Adults and children over the age of ten. Lasts approx 1hr. Tickets: 15 inc booking fee \nInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/mystery.tours/ \nFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/themysterytours \nTo book\, click the link. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-mystery-tours-the-great-fire-of-northampton/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:Northamptonshire CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/fx-gs.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700228T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T202414 CREATED:20250619T091715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T091715Z UID:127872-1755367200-5011200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:We Will Rock You: Young@Part DESCRIPTION:This isVCLs first Summer Youth Project in Northamptonshire the cast comprises of young performers from around the county who are breaking free to showcase their talents in the dynamic musical We Will Rock You: Young@Part. \nIs a special adaptation of the iconic Queen musical is tailored for a younger cast and offers a vibrant platform for our aspiring actors\, singers\, and dancers to bring the legendary music and story to life. \nSet in a dystopian future where musical instruments and rock music are banned\, We Will Rock You follows a group of rebels led by Galileo and Scaramouche as they fight to restore freedom and individuality through the power of rock n roll. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/we-will-rock-you-youngpart-2/2025-08-16/ LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/wwry.png ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR