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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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700318T000000
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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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DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700315T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
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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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CREATED:20250820T213438Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-11-01/2/
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:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250820T213438Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700427T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250527T153404Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire
CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700103T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250918T160603Z
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
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250619T092537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z
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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:20260403T185828
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z
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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:20260403T185828
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
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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:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250619T092537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T092537Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250830T140809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T140809Z
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SUMMARY:MICROSCOPY
DESCRIPTION:BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS by Ian Wilson and Mike Gibson. Butterfly and Moth wing scales are beautiful subjects for mounting. We will briefly look at the anatomy of butterflies and moths under the microscope before mounting butterfly and moth wing scales using specimens from old rescued collections.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/microscopy-14/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250910T210013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T210013Z
UID:130218-1758033000-1758038400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Church Tour: The Holy Sepulchre and its History
DESCRIPTION:Step inside one of Northampton’s most historic buildings with a guided tour by one of the knowledgeable volunteers. \nDiscover the stories of the Holy Sepulchre\, built in 1100 AD\, and explore its role in local and national history. Learn about its architecture\, famous visitors\, and how faith has shaped the building over the centuries. \nBooking is essential as spaces are limited.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/church-tour-the-holy-sepulchre-and-its-history/
LOCATION:Church of the Holy Sepulchre\, Sheep Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2LY
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20251002T103121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T103121Z
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SUMMARY:12 Artists\, Two Venues\, Limitless Creativity
DESCRIPTION:12 artists coming together at both Northampton Museum and Art Gallery and Abington Park Museum \n\nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery & Abington Park Museum \nSaturday 13 September – Sunday 9 November 2025 \nA mix of mediums including ceramics\, sculpture\, paintings\, glass\, woodwork\, printing\, papercut illustrations\, drawing\, felted art and mixed media art. \nPart of Northampton and Rutland Open Studios\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/12-artists-two-venues-limitless-creativity/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250910T204624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T204624Z
UID:130181-1758016800-1758042000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Great Fire of Northampton Walking Trail
DESCRIPTION:The Great Fire of Northampton in 1675 destroyed much of the town centre – a walking trail will take participants around the centre of the town to see some of the affected buildings and how the town was rebuilt\, while learning more about this year’s 350th anniversary commemoration. \nTrail leaflets will be available from Northampton Museum & Art Gallery\, Northampton Central Library\, and the Discover Northamptonshire Tourism Hub at Rushden Lakes.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/great-fire-of-northampton-walking-trail/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250910T204430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T204430Z
UID:130169-1758016800-1758042000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Reimagine Northampton!
DESCRIPTION:Architecture students from Northampton College have been reimagining Northampton\, taking an existing heritage asset and suggesting how it could be transformed with heart and\, of course\, imagination! \nThe students’ work will be on display in the café at Northampton Museum & Art Gallery for the duration of the festival\, linking to exhibitions featuring the county town elsewhere in the museum. \n\nFriday 12th Sept – Sat 20th Sept: 10am-5pm.\nSunday 21st Sept: 12pm-5pm.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/reimagine-northampton/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250820T111248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T111248Z
UID:129379-1758016800-1758042000@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/2025-09-16/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250612T095752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T095752Z
UID:127743-1758016800-1758042000@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/2025-09-16/
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:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250904T165728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T165728Z
UID:130088-1758016800-1758040200@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/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250808T133408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T133408Z
UID:129063-1758016800-1758040200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:CQC Assessment Framework and Observation Visits
DESCRIPTION:“Unmissable course Excellent insight into CQC. The course was one of the most informative and interesting that I have attended in 10 years” \nThis course runs 10:00am-4:00pm and includes the training day\, a bank of training resources and materials to take home\, plus lunch and refreshments throughout the day.\n  \nReceive a free Audit guide aligned to the new Assessment Framework when attending the course.\nJoin our informative CQC training session to understand the New CQC Single Assessment Framework\, you will learn how to prepare for CQC inspection under these new changes\, and understand how the Quality Statements will impact your service. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis CQC training is tailored for health and Socialcare professionals from across the sector. \nCourse Agenda: \nA History of CQC who are they and what do they do \n\nThe Care Quality Commission (CQC)\nThe CQC’s Powers\nRegulated Activities\nWho are the Care Quality Commission?\n\nThe New CQC Single Assessment Framework \n\nThe what and the why of the Single Assessment Framework\n“I” and “We” Statements\nThe 5 key questions\, regulations & fundamental standards\nNew Framework in focus; evidencing “We” statements\n\nPre-Inspection \n\nUnderstanding the inspection model\nWhat are the 11 Fundamental standards?\nThe 5 Questions being asked as part of the Inspection.\nMapping the standards to the 5 Questions\nIts Not just CQC – Looking at the other Legislation\nEvidence Matrix\nEvidence that now demonstrates compliance for the 5 Questions\n\nUnderstanding the Quality Statements \n\nThe 34 Quality Statements\nThe Inspection Methodology\nThe Inspection Process\nThe New Strategy explained\n\nOn the day of inspection \n\nFirst Impressions Matter\nTime to Showcase your good work\nIntroductions (Who are the Inspection team?)\nGeneral house-keeping for everyone\n\nAfter the inspection \n\nImmediate Team brief\n48 Hour Rule\nRatings\nHow often you will be Inspected\nDraft Report\n\nHints and Tips for achieving Outstanding \n\nWhat constitutes outstanding?\nSharing Best Practice\nGetting the most from the CQC Website
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/cqc-assessment-framework-and-observation-visits/
LOCATION:Mercure Northampton\, Silver Street\, Northampton\, NN1 2TA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250910T204807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T204807Z
UID:130193-1758013200-1758042000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:I Spy Northampton Market Square Architecture Trail
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Central Library in Abington Street or the Museum & Art Gallery in Guildhall Road to collect a Northampton architectural heritage trail map of the Market Square and take a self-guided walk around the heart of the town\, taking in some of Northampton’s important heritage buildings.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/i-spy-northampton-market-square-architecture-trail/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTSTAMP:20260403T185828
CREATED:20250911T125945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T125945Z
UID:130304-1757980800-1758067199@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days 2025
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days is back from the 12th – 21st September and promises to be bigger and better than ever!\n\n\nWhat to expect\nHeritage Open Days is a fantastic opportunity to explore some of Northamptonshire’s unique historic buildings and sites. Many of these sites are usually restricted access or charge for entry – but for the event they will be open and free of charge\, allowing you to find out about the area’s vibrant culture and heritage like never before! \nHeritage Buses\nNorthampton’s beloved heritage double-decker buses are back\, running from George Row on 20th and 21st September - a perfect way to explore the town in vintage style. Keep an eye on this page for route and timetable updates\, and look out for printed schedules at Northampton Museum and library soon. \nThe classic buses will also be returning to Daventry on 13th September\, after being such a crowd-pleaser last year. Don’t miss your chance to hop on and enjoy the ride! \nWhy not make a day of it in Wellingborough on 13th and 14th September? Catch a ride on the vintage buses on your way to the Celebrate Wellingborough festivities! \nClick here to view Saturday’s timetable for Northampton. \nClick here to view Sunday’s timetable for Northampton.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-2025/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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SUMMARY:CURATION
DESCRIPTION:EXPLORING THE SOCIETY’S COLLECTIONS. The society has important collections including butterflies\, shells\, eggs\, sands\, microscope slides\, rocks\, minerals and Northamptonshire fossils. This is a great opportunity to look at our extensive collections\, to draw\, study them or just appreciate their beauty. Also\, if you wish to assist us conserving or documenting you would be welcome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/curation-13/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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