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SUMMARY:End of Year Concert
DESCRIPTION:The final concert of the academic year\, featuring the County Youth Orchestra. \nClick here for tickets via our ParentPay Shop.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/end-of-year-concert/
LOCATION:Spinney Theatre\, Northampton School for Girls\, Spinney Hill Road\, Northampton\,\, NN3 6DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350,The Great Fire of Northampton
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SUMMARY:The Mailcoach Pub Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an electrifying night of brain-teasing fun at Mail Coach Northampton in Northampton! Join us for an exciting Quiz event hosted by the one and only Adam the Greek. Put your knowledge to the test and compete with friends for fantastic prizes. \nDon’t miss out on the chance to showcase your trivia skills and enjoy a lively atmosphere with great company. Whether you’re a seasoned quizzer or just looking for a good time\, this event is perfect for everyone. Grab your team and head to Mail Coach Northampton for a night of laughter\, friendly competition\, and unforgettable memories!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-mailcoach-pub-quiz-14/
LOCATION:Mail Coach\, 8 Derngate\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Pub Quiz
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SUMMARY:ASTRONOMY
DESCRIPTION:EXOPLANETS by Rodney Buckland from the Open University. An exoplanet is any planet beyond our solar system. Most of them orbit other stars\, but some free-floating exoplanets\, called rogue planets\, are untethered to any star. We’ve confirmed more than 5\,800 exoplanets out of the billions that we believe exist. Guests are very welcome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/astronomy-7/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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SUMMARY:The Giant\, Immersive Murder Mystery Game
DESCRIPTION: June – 7 September 2025\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery\nŁ25 per team\nStep into the role of a detective and solve a series of curious and whimsical mysteries in your local museum. Using our companion app\, you’ll explore the museum to uncover hidden clues and encounter life-sized cardboard characters—each one a possible suspect\, witness\, or victim. \nWork together to connect the dots\, follow the twists in each story\, and put your problem-solving skills to the test. It’s the perfect activity for families\, friends\, or anyone with a curious mind looking for a fun and unique experience. \nWhat to Expect\nA Unique Blend of Games\nEnjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines elements of a murder mystery\, escape room\, scavenger hunt\, and even a touch of Where’s Wally. Team up and see if you can crack the case.\n\nAn Immersive Museum Adventure\nWatch the museum transform into a crime-solving playground. Track down cardboard clues\, solve puzzles\, and interact with quirky characters—surprises await around every corner.\n\nThree Curious Cases to Solve\nYour adventure lasts between 1 to 2 hours and includes three entertaining cases\, from a vandalized moustache to a victim flattened by an ancient sarcophagus.\nReady to solve the mystery? Gather your team and start your investigation.\nPerfect for friends\, families\, and curious minds – this is not your typical museum visit. It’s an adventure where YOU become the detective! \nJust Ł25 per team\nTimed slots\nOnly one phone needed to play
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-giant-immersive-murder-mystery-game/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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SUMMARY:Gladiators of Britain
DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \nThis touring exhibition brings together some of the country’s most important objects to tell the story of Britain’s entertainment venues and the people who died to the roar of the crowd. It will reveal the violence of the arena\, and the importance of spectacle within Roman culture. \nHighlights 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. \nThis 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gladiators-of-britain/2025-07-15/
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: Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \nUntil Sunday 4 October \nWhen landscape did appear in paintings\, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes. \nThis 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. \nIt 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. \nDrawing from the museum collections\, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting\, where nature takes centre stage. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-landscapes/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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SUMMARY:IN EXTREMIS: Landscape Reimagined
DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be hosting this exhibition across all our galleries here at 78 Derngate. Simon James is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of nature and the urban environment in mostly abstract or semi-abstract forms and takes inspiration from his surroundings in the cities of Asia and Europe or\, more recently\, the English countryside. James trained in Fine Art and Printmaking at London’s Royal Academy and Royal College of Art and he now works across the spectrum from painting and drawing to video and photographic works\, having adopted the expressive potential of digital media while working as a designer and independent artist in Asia. Having held solo shows in London\, Berlin\, Singapore\, Shanghai and Tokyo\, whilst also designing for TV\, publishing and the music industry\, Simon was also a university lecturer in multimedia and photography.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.simonjames.com
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/in-extremis-landscape-reimagined/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Endangered and Extinct by creative recycling artist Val Hunt
DESCRIPTION:With inspiration\, ingenuity\, humour and skill\, creative recycling artist Val Hunt has created a fascinating selection of large and small sculptural pieces which are both appealing and informative \nSaturday 28 June – Sunday 10 August 2025 \nAnimals\, exotic birds\, fish\, dinosaurs and species of flora\, all on the edge or now extinct\, have been made from a selection of throwaway material especially Val’s favourite medium\, drinks can metal. \nThis exhibition presents a subtle message about recycling and preservation\, raising awareness of why the creatures on show are endangered or extinct. Find out why species are disappearing from this planet at an alarming rate.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/endangered-and-extinct-by-creative-recycling-artist-val-hunt/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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SUMMARY:Anime & Manga Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in manga\, anime or Japan? Join us at the Northamptonshire Central Library on Tuesdays from 4pm to 5pm. For ages 11-18.To find out more information please email Northampton.LibraryPlus@westnorthants.gov.uk.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/anime-manga-club/
LOCATION:Northampton Central Library\, Abington Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2BA\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T210000
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SUMMARY:Kingsthorpe College presents UNITE
DESCRIPTION:Kingsthorpe College Performing Arts department is so excited to perform the KC Summer show at the Old Savoy. \nStudents have been given the theme of Unite as they come together to showcase their talents.  Students from Dance\, Drama and Music have been working hard since Easter on a huge variety of pieces.  We are sure you will have an entertaining evening\, closing off the year with a bang!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/kingsthorpe-college-presents-unite/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T210000
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SUMMARY:Philosophy Club
DESCRIPTION:Discuss a different philosopher/concept\, paired with a particular wine. Hosted by Rin. 7-9pm. All welcome. Free entry.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/philosophy-club-4/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T193000
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CREATED:20250603T102058Z
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SUMMARY:Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell
DESCRIPTION:Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Midnight Bell comes to Northampton for the first time in 2025. \nIn 1930s London ordinary people emerge from cheap boarding houses nightly to pour out their passions\, hopes and dreams in the pubs and fog-bound streets of Soho and Fitzrovia. Step inside The Midnight Bell\, a tavern where one particular lonely-hearts club gather to play out their lovelorn affairs of the heart; bitter comedies of longing\, frustration\, betrayal and redemption. \nInspired by the great English novelist Patrick Hamilton (Twenty Thousand Streets Under The Sky\, Hangover Square) who created some of the most authentic fiction of his era; stories borne out of years of social interactions with the working man and woman at his favourite location – the London Pub. \nHailed by The Observer as ‘the undisputed king of dance theatre’\, master storyteller Bourne has produced some of the most successful dance theatre productions of the last 30 years including Swan Lake\, Cinderella\, The Red Shoes and Edward Scissorhands. \n\nIn Conversation with Matthew Bourne \nJoin us after the performance on Tue 15 July 7:30pm for a fully BSL interpreted chat with Matthew Bourne himself for a unique opportunity to discover the insights of creating this show. This event is free with a ticket to the performance that evening.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/matthew-bournes-the-midnight-bell/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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SUMMARY:MICROSCOPY
DESCRIPTION:SPECIALISED INSECT BODY PARTS – SESSION 2 by Kevin Rowley. Kevin will be showing us other marvels of evolution within the insect kingdom using specimens\, fresh samples and slides from the society’s collection.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/microscopy-10/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250715T230000
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SUMMARY:Table top game night
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a thrilling Board Game Night at Mail Coach Northampton in Northampton! Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or just looking for a fun night out\, this event is perfect for all board game enthusiasts. \nBring your friends\, family\, or come solo – we have a variety of games available\, but feel free to bring your own favorites. Reserve a table and let us take care of the rest while you enjoy an evening filled with laughter\, competition\, and camaraderie. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your skills\, discover new games\, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable Board Game Night at Mail Coach Northampton!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/table-top-game-night-13/
LOCATION:Mail Coach\, 8 Derngate\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:The Giant\, Immersive Murder Mystery Game
DESCRIPTION: June – 7 September 2025\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery\nŁ25 per team\nStep into the role of a detective and solve a series of curious and whimsical mysteries in your local museum. Using our companion app\, you’ll explore the museum to uncover hidden clues and encounter life-sized cardboard characters—each one a possible suspect\, witness\, or victim. \nWork together to connect the dots\, follow the twists in each story\, and put your problem-solving skills to the test. It’s the perfect activity for families\, friends\, or anyone with a curious mind looking for a fun and unique experience. \nWhat to Expect\nA Unique Blend of Games\nEnjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines elements of a murder mystery\, escape room\, scavenger hunt\, and even a touch of Where’s Wally. Team up and see if you can crack the case.\n\nAn Immersive Museum Adventure\nWatch the museum transform into a crime-solving playground. Track down cardboard clues\, solve puzzles\, and interact with quirky characters—surprises await around every corner.\n\nThree Curious Cases to Solve\nYour adventure lasts between 1 to 2 hours and includes three entertaining cases\, from a vandalized moustache to a victim flattened by an ancient sarcophagus.\nReady to solve the mystery? Gather your team and start your investigation.\nPerfect for friends\, families\, and curious minds – this is not your typical museum visit. It’s an adventure where YOU become the detective! \nJust Ł25 per team\nTimed slots\nOnly one phone needed to play
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-giant-immersive-murder-mystery-game/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T154202Z
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SUMMARY:Gladiators of Britain
DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \nThis touring exhibition brings together some of the country’s most important objects to tell the story of Britain’s entertainment venues and the people who died to the roar of the crowd. It will reveal the violence of the arena\, and the importance of spectacle within Roman culture. \nHighlights 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. \nThis 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gladiators-of-britain/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250612T095752Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \nUntil Sunday 4 October \nWhen landscape did appear in paintings\, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes. \nThis 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. \nIt 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. \nDrawing from the museum collections\, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting\, where nature takes centre stage. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-landscapes/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T170000
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SUMMARY:IN EXTREMIS: Landscape Reimagined
DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be hosting this exhibition across all our galleries here at 78 Derngate. Simon James is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of nature and the urban environment in mostly abstract or semi-abstract forms and takes inspiration from his surroundings in the cities of Asia and Europe or\, more recently\, the English countryside. James trained in Fine Art and Printmaking at London’s Royal Academy and Royal College of Art and he now works across the spectrum from painting and drawing to video and photographic works\, having adopted the expressive potential of digital media while working as a designer and independent artist in Asia. Having held solo shows in London\, Berlin\, Singapore\, Shanghai and Tokyo\, whilst also designing for TV\, publishing and the music industry\, Simon was also a university lecturer in multimedia and photography.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.simonjames.com
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/in-extremis-landscape-reimagined/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
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SUMMARY:Endangered and Extinct by creative recycling artist Val Hunt
DESCRIPTION:With inspiration\, ingenuity\, humour and skill\, creative recycling artist Val Hunt has created a fascinating selection of large and small sculptural pieces which are both appealing and informative \nSaturday 28 June – Sunday 10 August 2025 \nAnimals\, exotic birds\, fish\, dinosaurs and species of flora\, all on the edge or now extinct\, have been made from a selection of throwaway material especially Val’s favourite medium\, drinks can metal. \nThis exhibition presents a subtle message about recycling and preservation\, raising awareness of why the creatures on show are endangered or extinct. Find out why species are disappearing from this planet at an alarming rate.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/endangered-and-extinct-by-creative-recycling-artist-val-hunt/2025-07-16/
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:20250716T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250603T105847Z
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SUMMARY:Silhouette Youth Theatre
DESCRIPTION:The Nene Valley Partnership and Silhouette Youth are proud to present William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. \nThis work has come from sessions that were held in every school where young people were immersed in the story. \nThey each then took a part of the play and used drama and dance to explore the narrative and the characters. \nEvery young person will be on stage\, every young person will be taking a part and we are very excited to share our work. \nSo come along\, sit back and be prepared to be impressed!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/silhouette-youth-theatre/
LOCATION:The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre\, Abington Square\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 4AE
CATEGORIES:The Deco,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250603T102058Z
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SUMMARY:Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell
DESCRIPTION:Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Midnight Bell comes to Northampton for the first time in 2025. \nIn 1930s London ordinary people emerge from cheap boarding houses nightly to pour out their passions\, hopes and dreams in the pubs and fog-bound streets of Soho and Fitzrovia. Step inside The Midnight Bell\, a tavern where one particular lonely-hearts club gather to play out their lovelorn affairs of the heart; bitter comedies of longing\, frustration\, betrayal and redemption. \nInspired by the great English novelist Patrick Hamilton (Twenty Thousand Streets Under The Sky\, Hangover Square) who created some of the most authentic fiction of his era; stories borne out of years of social interactions with the working man and woman at his favourite location – the London Pub. \nHailed by The Observer as ‘the undisputed king of dance theatre’\, master storyteller Bourne has produced some of the most successful dance theatre productions of the last 30 years including Swan Lake\, Cinderella\, The Red Shoes and Edward Scissorhands. \n\nIn Conversation with Matthew Bourne \nJoin us after the performance on Tue 15 July 7:30pm for a fully BSL interpreted chat with Matthew Bourne himself for a unique opportunity to discover the insights of creating this show. This event is free with a ticket to the performance that evening.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/matthew-bournes-the-midnight-bell/2025-07-16/
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:20250717T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250724T144855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T144855Z
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SUMMARY:The Giant\, Immersive Murder Mystery Game
DESCRIPTION: June – 7 September 2025\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery\nŁ25 per team\nStep into the role of a detective and solve a series of curious and whimsical mysteries in your local museum. Using our companion app\, you’ll explore the museum to uncover hidden clues and encounter life-sized cardboard characters—each one a possible suspect\, witness\, or victim. \nWork together to connect the dots\, follow the twists in each story\, and put your problem-solving skills to the test. It’s the perfect activity for families\, friends\, or anyone with a curious mind looking for a fun and unique experience. \nWhat to Expect\nA Unique Blend of Games\nEnjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines elements of a murder mystery\, escape room\, scavenger hunt\, and even a touch of Where’s Wally. Team up and see if you can crack the case.\n\nAn Immersive Museum Adventure\nWatch the museum transform into a crime-solving playground. Track down cardboard clues\, solve puzzles\, and interact with quirky characters—surprises await around every corner.\n\nThree Curious Cases to Solve\nYour adventure lasts between 1 to 2 hours and includes three entertaining cases\, from a vandalized moustache to a victim flattened by an ancient sarcophagus.\nReady to solve the mystery? Gather your team and start your investigation.\nPerfect for friends\, families\, and curious minds – this is not your typical museum visit. It’s an adventure where YOU become the detective! \nJust Ł25 per team\nTimed slots\nOnly one phone needed to play
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-giant-immersive-murder-mystery-game/2025-07-17/
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:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250515T154202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T154202Z
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SUMMARY:Gladiators of Britain
DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nThe 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. \nThis touring exhibition brings together some of the country’s most important objects to tell the story of Britain’s entertainment venues and the people who died to the roar of the crowd. It will reveal the violence of the arena\, and the importance of spectacle within Roman culture. \nHighlights 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. \nThis 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/gladiators-of-britain/2025-07-17/
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:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250612T095752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T095752Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \nUntil Sunday 4 October \nWhen landscape did appear in paintings\, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes. \nThis 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. \nIt 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. \nDrawing from the museum collections\, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting\, where nature takes centre stage. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-landscapes/2025-07-17/
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:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250708T153146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T160657Z
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SUMMARY:IN EXTREMIS: Landscape Reimagined
DESCRIPTION:We are very pleased to be hosting this exhibition across all our galleries here at 78 Derngate. Simon James is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of nature and the urban environment in mostly abstract or semi-abstract forms and takes inspiration from his surroundings in the cities of Asia and Europe or\, more recently\, the English countryside. James trained in Fine Art and Printmaking at London’s Royal Academy and Royal College of Art and he now works across the spectrum from painting and drawing to video and photographic works\, having adopted the expressive potential of digital media while working as a designer and independent artist in Asia. Having held solo shows in London\, Berlin\, Singapore\, Shanghai and Tokyo\, whilst also designing for TV\, publishing and the music industry\, Simon was also a university lecturer in multimedia and photography.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.simonjames.com
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/in-extremis-landscape-reimagined/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250724T144526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T144526Z
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SUMMARY:Endangered and Extinct by creative recycling artist Val Hunt
DESCRIPTION:With inspiration\, ingenuity\, humour and skill\, creative recycling artist Val Hunt has created a fascinating selection of large and small sculptural pieces which are both appealing and informative \nSaturday 28 June – Sunday 10 August 2025 \nAnimals\, exotic birds\, fish\, dinosaurs and species of flora\, all on the edge or now extinct\, have been made from a selection of throwaway material especially Val’s favourite medium\, drinks can metal. \nThis exhibition presents a subtle message about recycling and preservation\, raising awareness of why the creatures on show are endangered or extinct. Find out why species are disappearing from this planet at an alarming rate.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/endangered-and-extinct-by-creative-recycling-artist-val-hunt/2025-07-17/
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:20250717T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250715T132506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T132506Z
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SUMMARY:Rhymetime at Northamptonshire Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Bring your under 5’s to clap\, sing and wave our way through our favourite nursery rhymes and songs. Singing nursery rhymes and doing the actions are great for interaction\, communication skills and motor skills – and most of all\, it’s fun! \nPlease note that the Rhymetime sessions will be run on a first-come\, first-serve basis on the day and it will not be possible to book in advance. \nParents and Carers can collect a ticket from the front desk on the Thursday morning at 10am.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rhymetime-at-northamptonshire-central-library-31/
LOCATION:Northampton Central Library\, Abington Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250625T090735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T090735Z
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SUMMARY:GEOLOGY
DESCRIPTION:BUILDING STONES WALK : THE GEOLOGY OF NORTHAMPTON’S MARKET SQUARE. Bob Purser will lead a walk around the historic square. We will find the oldest and the youngest rocks\, lots of varieties of Mid-Jurassic geology\, identify some fossils and depositional structures and a some examples of exotic rocks. We will meet at the Humfrey Rooms and finish with a cup of tea.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/geology-5/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250610T132451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T132451Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: French Fizz.
DESCRIPTION:Ages 18+\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA lesson in fizz – ŕ la française. \nMove over Prosecco. See you around Cava! This one’s for the frenchies. For this masterclass\, we’ll be exploring French sparkling wine. From Champagne to Vouvray\, and everything in between. If it’s French and fizzy – we’ll give it a try!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/masterclass-french-fizz/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223456
CREATED:20250603T102058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T102058Z
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SUMMARY:Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell
DESCRIPTION:Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Midnight Bell comes to Northampton for the first time in 2025. \nIn 1930s London ordinary people emerge from cheap boarding houses nightly to pour out their passions\, hopes and dreams in the pubs and fog-bound streets of Soho and Fitzrovia. Step inside The Midnight Bell\, a tavern where one particular lonely-hearts club gather to play out their lovelorn affairs of the heart; bitter comedies of longing\, frustration\, betrayal and redemption. \nInspired by the great English novelist Patrick Hamilton (Twenty Thousand Streets Under The Sky\, Hangover Square) who created some of the most authentic fiction of his era; stories borne out of years of social interactions with the working man and woman at his favourite location – the London Pub. \nHailed by The Observer as ‘the undisputed king of dance theatre’\, master storyteller Bourne has produced some of the most successful dance theatre productions of the last 30 years including Swan Lake\, Cinderella\, The Red Shoes and Edward Scissorhands. \n\nIn Conversation with Matthew Bourne \nJoin us after the performance on Tue 15 July 7:30pm for a fully BSL interpreted chat with Matthew Bourne himself for a unique opportunity to discover the insights of creating this show. This event is free with a ticket to the performance that evening.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/matthew-bournes-the-midnight-bell/2025-07-17/2/
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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