BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Northampton BID - ECPv6.2.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Northampton BID 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:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250824T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203551Z UID:129620-1763821800-7776000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk 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 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:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250824T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203551Z UID:129617-1763649000-7603200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk 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 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:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250824T203551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203551Z UID:129615-1763562600-7516800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk 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 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:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250824T200710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T200710Z UID:129573-1762612200-6566400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk 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 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:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250824T200710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T200710Z UID:129569-1762353000-6307200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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. 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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\, 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20260404T202230 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 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 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:20250831T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250808T130844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T130844Z UID:129054-1756663200-1756663200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:LODESTONE DESCRIPTION:With years of experience and a passion for performance\, Lodestone brings unmatched energy\, they know how to get the crowd moving.\nTheir diverse repertoire spans multiple decades and genres\, from timeless rock and pop classics to today’s biggest chart hits.Every song is performed live with authenticity and flair—no backing tracks\, just real music that fills the dance floor and creates unforgettable memories. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/lodestone/ LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:MUSIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-08-140518.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700407T000000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 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\, 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 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:20250831T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250815T094159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T094159Z UID:129127-1756656000-1756656000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:FRIDAY NIGHT KONSPIRACY DESCRIPTION:Live Music from 4pm. URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/friday-night-konspiracy/ LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:MUSIC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-07-26-102635-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250828T143938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T143938Z UID:129803-1756648800-1756674000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:NN NIGHTS DESCRIPTION:Sunday 31 August 2025 | 2 pm–9 pm | Various Locations\, Northampton \nNN Contemporary Art is thrilled to announce the return of NN Nights\, a vibrant\, town-wide celebration of arts and culture\, taking place on Sunday\, 31 August 2025. Following the success of last year’s event\, this edition promises to be bigger and bolder\, featuring over 50 artists presenting exhibitions\, performances\, and participatory projects across Northampton. NN Nights was devised in 2024 by NN Associates\, a professional development programme initiated by NN Contemporary Art\, aiming to foster creative skills and community in the town. This year’s event\, proudly built on the work established by NN Associates\, now marks a significant fixture in Northampton’s cultural calendar. \n“We are excited to bring NN Nights back for another year of creativity\, collaboration\, and community engagement\,†said Richard Harrison\, one of the event’s producers. “The event has grown significantly\, and we can’t wait to share the incredible talent and energy of our local artists with the community once again.†\nThe festivities will kick off with the Lightning Bolt Drawing World Championship by Northampton-based artist Bill Pollard at the Racecourse. In this community-focused event\, participants are invited to draw chalk lightning bolts on the pavement in a celebration of collective creativity. From here\, visitors are invited to explore the NN Nights art map trail\, a curated series of exhibitions and performances taking place at partner venues throughout Northampton. This year’s edition features a series of artist projects commissioned through a town-wide open call\, some responding to the anniversary of The Great Fire of Northampton. Among them\, Michelle Woolley presents a performative walk through the town\, creating a shamanic drawing from burnt materials that reflects on medieval English heritage and fire traces. \nSee all the events\, the trail and the interactive map at https://nnights.xyz/ \nOther Programme Highlights Include: \nWatch a Garden Grow\, organised by artist-curator Richard Harrison\, is a temporary outdoor group show inspired by a Derek Jarman painting\, Landscape with Marble Mountain in the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery collection. The exhibition is structured by a public participatory chalk-flower drawing event by Bill Pollard\, which will evolve into a ‘secret garden’ throughout the day. Other contributing artists include Macy Wong Prior\, Madeleine Wilkie\, Dinosaur Kilby\, Leah Hickey\, Kristina Hall\, Sophie Mackfall\, Ethan Caflisch\, Johanna De Verdier\, Campbell McConnell\, Ciara Callaghan\, Joe Highton and Shepherd Manyika. \nThe event will debut the ‘We Used To Be Friends’ Bar\, a new participatory public artwork and pop-up installation by artist and designer Giles Round. Situated beneath a pink neon sign\, the bar created in partnership with Queer Brewery\,  intervenes in spaces coded by heteronormative nostalgia. A collaborative\, specially-editioned beer will be on sale for the duration of the event\,  temporarily activating the Giles Round-designed kiosk bar space at 24 Guildhall Road before opening fully in the new year. \nLandscape photographer James Smith’s exhibition A Study of New and Expanded Towns of Southeast England and Memorability as an Image\, inspired by Rayner Banham’s theory of New Brutalism\, will open at Photomafia Studios. \nLocal wine bar V & B will host three presentations: in the courtyard space\, Merlin Summers will show ‘Mr. Reece. I. Kul’\, a sculptural performance composed of found and repurposed materials; photographer Maksim Podorozkin’s work chronicles the town’s industrial architecture\, whilst NN/A present Gleam\, a group show of new work and live painting exploring light as both subject and medium. \nFrom 7 pm\, Coconut Paradise Cafe will be serving drinks and their signature Caribbean cooking with DJs to keep the party going into the evening. \nNN Nights 2025 is generously supported by Arts Council England\, Click Arts Foundation\, Northampton Town Council\, pHp Architects\, Michael Jones Jeweller\, Yellow Bourbon Coffee Roasters \nMore information on all of the events\, along with information about NN\, can be found at: www.nncontemporaryart.org. \n \n  URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nn-nights/ LOCATION:Northamptonshire CATEGORIES:Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Picture1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250527T161728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T161942Z UID:127102-1756648800-1756659600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Bands in the Park 2025 DESCRIPTION:125th Anniversary year\nEvery Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from 6th April to 28th September\n2 – 5pm\n  \n\nEnjoy live performances from local bands and musicians at the Abington Park Bandstand\, every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from April through to September.* \nBring your own chairs\, picnic blankets/rugs and relax within the picturesque surroundings of Abington Park. \nThis year’s performances start on 6th April and run through to 28th September. \nPlease view the full 2025 schedule below. \n*There will be no Bands in the Park performance on 21st September\, but you can enjoy the Rockin’ Roadrunner Festival instead! \nPlease note that performances may be shortened or cancelled in the case of inclement weather. Updates will be provided on our social media accounts when possible. \n\n125th Anniversary Celebration Event – Saturday 17th May 11am – 4pm\n\nMarking 125 years of the bandstand in Abington Park with fun for all the family with activities\, stalls and musical performances. \n\nMORE INFORMATION: www.northamptontowncouncil.gov.uk/bandsinthepark \nBands in the Park 2025 calendar \n  URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/bands-in-the-park-2025/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:Abington Park Bandstand\, Abington Park\, Wellingborough Road\, Northampton\, NN3 3HN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350,The Great Fire of Northampton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bands-in-the-Park-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250820T111248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T111248Z UID:129364-1756641600-1756659600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Scrum: Women in Rugby DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Northampton Museum! \n\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\nSaturday 16 August – Sunday 2 November 2025 \n\nJoin us at Northampton Museum as we proudly mark Northampton’s role as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. \nExplore a dynamic exhibition that delves into the rich history of women’s rugby and its growing popularity across Northamptonshire. Discover powerful images from local photographers\, capturing the energy and dedication of players\, coaches\, and club staff\, both on and off the pitch. \nFrom grassroots heroes to elite teams like Loughborough Lightning and the Red Roses\, this exhibition showcases the heart and passion behind the game. \nDon’t miss this exciting celebration of sport\, community\, and women’s rugby in action! \n\n  URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/scrum-women-in-rugby/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Rugby,Women's Rugby World Cup,Womens' Rugby World Cup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Scrum_Lead_image_960_x_640.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250709T124635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T123045Z UID:128210-1756641600-1756659600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:RWC25 Fan Zone DESCRIPTION:31 August\, Midday to 5pm \nFan Zone at Northampton Market Square – Family Theme URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rwc25-fan-zone-3/ LOCATION:Northampton Market Square CATEGORIES:Women's Rugby World Cup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Fan-Zone-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250515T154202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T154202Z UID:126816-1756641600-1756659600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk 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/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/GoB_NMandAG_FB_Resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250807T143736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T143736Z UID:129044-1756641600-1756641600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:The V and B Run Club DESCRIPTION:Start and finish at V and B. Then enjoy 20% off your post-run food & drink from the bar! URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-v-and-b-run-club-3/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Run Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/527283355_18038901401672891_4599581922558369394_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250709T123559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T123559Z UID:128192-1756641600-1756641600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Women's Rugby World Cup - Ireland V Spain DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/womens-rugby-world-cup-ireland-v-spain/ LOCATION:Franklin’s Gardens\, Weedon Rd\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN5 5BG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Women's Rugby World Cup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250731T124556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T124556Z UID:128935-1756638000-1756638000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Men’s Wellness Walk DESCRIPTION:11am – Men’s Wellness Walk w/ @litcounselling @nn_mens_wellness_walks @_simeonjames (Just turn up!) URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mens-wellness-walk-48/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:Saints Coffee\, 62 St Giles' St\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Saints-Coffee-Logo-1-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250831T163000 DTSTAMP:20260404T202230 CREATED:20250904T165728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T165728Z UID:130075-1756634400-1756657800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk SUMMARY:Nine Creatives @ 78 Derngate DESCRIPTION:Nine creatives from the very popular\, ever-expanding Open Studios are displaying their diverse range of work and techniques across the galleries\, shop and gardens until Sunday October 5th.  Including glassware\, paintings\, photography\, jewellery\, woodwork and ceramics\, there is something for everyone to appreciate. Free entry and all products for sale.  Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nine-creatives-78-derngate/2025-08-31/ LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH CATEGORIES:Cultural ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/nine-creatives-as-jpg.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR