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SUMMARY:Fawlty Towers
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Greatest British Sitcom of All Time’ (Radio Times) is back – this time on stage! \n50 years since it first graced our TV screens\, Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline 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 show’s 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 of Fawlty Towers live on stage. It’s a staycation you’ll 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
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SUMMARY:Fawlty Towers
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Greatest British Sitcom of All Time’ (Radio Times) is back – this time on stage! \n50 years since it first graced our TV screens\, Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline 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 show’s 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 of Fawlty Towers live on stage. It’s a staycation you’ll 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
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SUMMARY:Fawlty Towers
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Greatest British Sitcom of All Time’ (Radio Times) is back – this time on stage! \n50 years since it first graced our TV screens\, Fawlty Towers is now a brand-new stage play adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline 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 show’s 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 of Fawlty Towers live on stage. It’s a staycation you’ll 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
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SUMMARY:Agatha Christie’s 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 couple’s 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 of Murder On The Orient Express\, this thrilling production will feature reunites writer Ken Ludwig\, director Lucy Bailey (Witness For The Prosecution) and Fiery Angel. \nStarring as Poirot is Mark Hadfield (Belfast; Outlander; Wallander) who will be joined on stage by Glynis Barber (Dempsey and Makepeace; EastEnders) and Bob 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
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SUMMARY:Agatha Christie’s 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 couple’s 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 of Murder On The Orient Express\, this thrilling production will feature reunites writer Ken Ludwig\, director Lucy Bailey (Witness For The Prosecution) and Fiery Angel. \nStarring as Poirot is Mark Hadfield (Belfast; Outlander; Wallander) who will be joined on stage by Glynis Barber (Dempsey and Makepeace; EastEnders) and Bob 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
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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 of A Squash And A Squeeze live on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasn’t happy – her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man’s 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 of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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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 of A Squash And A Squeeze live on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasn’t happy – her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man’s 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 of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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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 of A Squash And A Squeeze live on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasn’t happy – her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man’s 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 of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T212608Z
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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. What’s the buzz?…. With over 30 productions performed in the Derngate Auditorium\, Northampton Musical Theatre Company are excited to be returning once again with the epic musical Jesus Christ Superstar. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice\, Jesus Christ Superstar has 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 as Superstar\, I Don’t Know How to Love Him and Gethsemane. Don’t 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000
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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 of A Squash And A Squeeze live on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasn’t happy – her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man’s 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 of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250820T213438Z
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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 of A Squash And A Squeeze live on stage for the first time! \nOnce upon a time\, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage\, but she wasn’t happy – her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man’s 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 of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler\, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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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\, you’ll witness the unfolding disaster\, hear the tales of survival\, and see how the town rose from the ashes. \n Tour Highlights  \n St. Mary’s Street \nStand at the very spot where the fire began and discover how a single flame in a thatched house led to devastation. \n Market Square \nHear the dramatic accounts of desperate townsfolk\, the crumbling of historic buildings\, and the narrow escapes from the inferno. \n All Saints’ Church \nSee how this iconic landmark rose from the ashes\, thanks to King Charles II’s donation of timber. \n Sessions House \nMarvel at one of the first buildings to be rebuilt\, symbolizing the town’s determination to recover. \n Meeting Point: St. Peter’s Church\, Northampton (Outside main gate) \n End Point: Top of Abington Street \n Duration: 90 minutes (approximately) \n Suitable for: Adults & children over 10 \n Tickets: £15 (including booking fee) \n Important Information \n This is a walking tour—please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. \n Book 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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700103T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T160603Z
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SUMMARY:Bat Out Of Hell
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the ultimate rock experience as BAT OUT OF HELL roars into Northampton in 2025! The iconic music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf will 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 Raven’s 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 back Glenn Adamson\, Sharon Sexton\, and Rob Fowler in the iconic roles of Strat\, Sloane\, and Falco\, joined by the sensational Katie Tonkinson as Raven. Their unmatched vocal talents will bring Meat Loaf’s anthems to life\, including I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That)\, Paradise By The Dashboard Light\, Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad\, Dead Ringer For Love\, and\, of course\, Bat Out of Hell. \nBrace yourself for a legendary night of rock ‘n’ roll as BAT 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
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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 Northampton’s premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didn’t start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”\, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group\, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\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 group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s\, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963\, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965\, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!\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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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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 Northampton’s premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didn’t start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”\, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group\, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\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 group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s\, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963\, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965\, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!\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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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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 Northampton’s premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didn’t start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”\, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group\, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\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 group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s\, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963\, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965\, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!\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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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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 Northampton’s premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didn’t start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”\, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group\, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\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 group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s\, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963\, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965\, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!\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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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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 Northampton’s premier venues available for hire for theatrical productions\, conferences\, meetings\, wedding receptions\, parties and other social or corporate events\, and although it certainly didn’t start that way when it was first built\, it has always been a home of family entertainment.\n\nThe building first opened on Saturday 2 May 1936 in a blaze of publicity as “the Savoy”\, described as “Northampton’s only super Cinema” and reported to be “the last word in comfort”. It was part of the ABC group\, designed by their prolific house architect WR Glen and built in under nine months on the site of the original Technical College. It was constructed in the International Modernistic style and is arguably the best remaining example of Glen’s work\, with all the main features still in place and sympathetically renovated.\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 group’s national branding policy and was the local venue of choice for the touring bands of the ’60s\, including the Beatles in both March and November 1963\, the Rolling Stones in 1965 and infamously PJ Proby in 1965\, when he was arrested for splitting his trousers on stage!\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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700407T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250527T153404Z
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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\, you’ll witness the unfolding disaster\, hear the tales of survival\, and see how the town rose from the ashes. \n Tour Highlights  \n St. Mary’s Street \nStand at the very spot where the fire began and discover how a single flame in a thatched house led to devastation. \n Market Square \nHear the dramatic accounts of desperate townsfolk\, the crumbling of historic buildings\, and the narrow escapes from the inferno. \n All Saints’ Church \nSee how this iconic landmark rose from the ashes\, thanks to King Charles II’s donation of timber. \n Sessions House \nMarvel at one of the first buildings to be rebuilt\, symbolizing the town’s determination to recover. \n Meeting Point: St. Peter’s Church\, Northampton (Outside main gate) \n End Point: Top of Abington Street \n Duration: 90 minutes (approximately) \n Suitable for: Adults & children over 10 \n Tickets: £15 (including booking fee) \n Important Information \n This is a walking tour—please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. \n Book 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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700228T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250619T091715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T091715Z
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SUMMARY:We Will Rock You: Young@Part
DESCRIPTION:This is VCL’s 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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700221T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250603T103534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T103534Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaur World Live
DESCRIPTION:Roarsome fun for all the family! \nLooking for fun days out with the kids? Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! \nDiscover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures\, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant\, the Tyrannosaurus Rex\, a Triceratops\, Giraffatitan\, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! \nA special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding jurassic adventure\, live on stage. \nOlivier Award winner for Best Family Show 2024!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/dinosaur-world-live-2/2025-07-24/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250704T125154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T125154Z
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SUMMARY:Open MIC
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/open-mic-22/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250428T102138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T102138Z
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SUMMARY:Paul Sinha & Ian Stone - Edinburgh Previews - 23rd July
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Cheyne Walk Club\, 2 Cheyne Walk\, Northampton NN1 5PU \nDate: Wednesday 23rd July \nTimes: Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm \nPrice: £12 a ticket plus £1 booking fee. \nFeaturing: Paul Sinha & Ian Stone – Work in progress shows
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/paul-sinha-ian-stone-edinburgh-previews-23rd-july/
LOCATION:Cheyne Walk Club\, 2 Cheyne Walk\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 5PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:2025 Comedy Festival,Comedy Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250603T103534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T103534Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaur World Live
DESCRIPTION:Roarsome fun for all the family! \nLooking for fun days out with the kids? Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! \nDiscover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures\, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant\, the Tyrannosaurus Rex\, a Triceratops\, Giraffatitan\, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! \nA special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding jurassic adventure\, live on stage. \nOlivier Award winner for Best Family Show 2024!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/dinosaur-world-live-2/2025-07-23/2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700220T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250603T103534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T103534Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaur World Live
DESCRIPTION:Roarsome fun for all the family! \nLooking for fun days out with the kids? Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! \nDiscover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures\, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant\, the Tyrannosaurus Rex\, a Triceratops\, Giraffatitan\, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! \nA special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding jurassic adventure\, live on stage. \nOlivier Award winner for Best Family Show 2024!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/dinosaur-world-live-2/2025-07-23/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250708T153146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T160658Z
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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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
CREATED:20250612T095752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T095752Z
UID:127704-1753264800-1753290000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184037
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/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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SUMMARY:The Giant\, Immersive Murder Mystery Game
DESCRIPTION: June – 7 September 2025\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery\n£25 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 £25 per team\nTimed slots\nOnly one phone needed to play
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-giant-immersive-murder-mystery-game/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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