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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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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/
CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350
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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:20250918T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T230000
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SUMMARY:KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY
DESCRIPTION:Come and sing your favourite songs with your friends or family\, Students come and enjoy your Student deal drinks\, cheaper then anywhere in town! Make a night of it Live At The Optimist! \n  \nWith not only multiple screens\, but a HUGE TV wall next to the bar for you to enjoy a great selection of beers on tap and some Champions League winning food. With Happy Hour\, cocktail and shot deals too\, what more could you want?
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/karaoke-night-party-17/
LOCATION:The Optimist\, 23-25 St. Giles Street\, Northampton\,\, NN1 1JA
CATEGORIES:Event,Karaoke
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T220000
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SUMMARY:GEOLOGY
DESCRIPTION:BEEBY THOMPSON – NORTHAMPTON’S GREATEST SCIENTIST? Beeby Thompson was a founder member of the Natural History Society\, Curator of Geology at Northampton Museum and the first Principal of the College of Science and the Arts in Abington Square. How did this tailor’s son from Creaton end up prospecting for oil in Angola\, Brazil\, Peru and Jamaica? Bob Purser will recount Beeby Thompson’s journey from the Roade cutting to Joe’s River Clay in Barbados.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/geology-6/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T223000
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SUMMARY:T PAU
DESCRIPTION:Live Music.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/t-pau/
LOCATION:Roadmender\, 1 Lady's Ln\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 3AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T215000
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CREATED:20250829T203244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203244Z
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SUMMARY:Showaddywaddy
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS SHOW THERE IS A STRONG POSSIBILITY THAT PEOPLE MAY STAND UP AND DANCE AROUND YOU AND IN FRONT OF YOU \n\n‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 5 decades! \nFormed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands\, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the World extensively. \nTheir live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits\, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe. ‘Under The Moon of Love’\, ‘Three Steps to Heaven’\, ‘Hey Rock & Roll’\, ‘When’\, ‘Blue Moon’\, ‘Pretty Little Angel Eyes’ and many\, many more. \nSo come and join the ‘Dancin’ Party’… ‘You’ve Got What It Takes’!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/showaddywaddy-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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T210000
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SUMMARY:Evening Tours by Torchlight
DESCRIPTION:Experience the church in a whole new light\, candlelight and torchlight to be exact. \nJoin The Holy Sepulchre Church after dark for a special evening tour by torchlight. Bring your own torch and step into the shadows as they explore the church’s hidden corners and hidden gems. \nDiscover the church as it is rarely seen\, see details you might miss in daylight\, and encounter the sacred space in a more intimate\, atmospheric way. \nThis event is free but pre-booking is essential. \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/evening-tours-by-torchlight/
LOCATION:Church of the Holy Sepulchre\, Sheep Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2LY
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T193000
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CREATED: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/2025-09-18/
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:20250918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250918T160248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T160317Z
UID:130780-1758223800-1758223800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Breaking The Code
DESCRIPTION:“It’s not breaking a code that matters\, it’s where you go from there” \nMastermind. Code breaker. Maverick. Arguably one of the most important and inquisitive minds of the twentieth century.  Alan Turing is famed for cracking the Enigma code at Bletchley Park\, effectively securing victory for the Allied forces in WWII. \nFrom triumph to tragedy\, get to know a human being who loved\, lost and never stopped asking questions in a quest for truth and understanding in this new production of Hugh Whitemore’s Breaking The Code. \nFor the first time\, taking into consideration his recent Royal pardon and the development of Turing’s law\, the original play will feature a new epilogue by Neil Bartlett that speaks to Turing’s lasting legacy on modern Britain. \nStay after the audio described performance on Wed 24 September for an exclusive Post-Show Q&A with director Jesse Jones and the cast of Breaking The Code. Dive deeper into the story\, the production\, and the creative process in this engaging discussion\, which will be audio described for accessibility. \nA ROYAL & DERNGATE\, NORTHAMPTON\, LANDMARK THEATRES AND OXFORD PLAYHOUSE CO-PRODUCTION IN ASSOCIATION WITH LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN & PLAYHOUSE AND HOME \nDOWNLOAD FREE DIGITAL PROGRAMME \nDOWNLOAD VENUE AND SHOW VISUAL STORY
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/breaking-the-code/2025-09-18/
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:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T210000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic. Hosted by @tukayandryan. 7-9. Free entry.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/open-mic-27/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T210000
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CREATED:20250829T132747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T132747Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: English Wine.
DESCRIPTION:England is the new kid on the block in the world of wine\, but thanks to our climate\, terroir and wine-making methods – we’re producing some really good stuff\, so good in fact that the UK is consistently producing award-winning wine on an international scale. Come and see (or rather taste) what all the fuss is about…
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/masterclass-english-wine-2/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T190000
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CREATED:20250718T074112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T151919Z
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SUMMARY:Fiori Musicali – HANDEL Music for the Royal Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 18th September\, 7 pm at All Saints Church \nA spectacular concert to mark the 350th anniversary of this significant Northampton event\, featuring Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks.  \nPurcell  – Symphony from Hail! Bright Cecilia\nPurcell â€“  Rejoice in the Lord alway\nPurcell –  Chacony\nHandel – MUSIC FOR THE ROYAL FIREWORKS \nFIORI MUSICALI BAROQUE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA\nand the\nCHOIR OF ALL SAINTS’ CHURCH\, NORTHAMPTON\nPENELOPE RAPSON conductor \nTickets: £15-£45\, concessions for children\, students and blue badge.  Wheelchair users\, free ticket for carer. \n\nFull details & booking: www.ticketsource.co.uk/fiori/great-fire-of-northampton/e-yjpeyl \nBooking opens July 20
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/fiori-musicali-handel-music-for-the-royal-fireworks/
LOCATION:All Saints Church\, George Row\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Great Fire of Northampton 350,The Great Fire of Northampton
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T183000
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SUMMARY:Women's Bookclub 18 September 2025
DESCRIPTION:?? Come on your own or with friends. All women are welcome! We meet every third Thursday of the month. Book talk\, cocktails\, wine\, coffee\, etc \n???? Tickets are £10 to attend\, the price of the ticket is fully redeemable against drinks purchased on the night. Contribute as much or as little to the book chat as you like\, we’d just love to have you there! For details of each month’s book\, please see Instagram and Facebook posts or direct message us on those platforms. Tickets are non-refundable. Looking forward to welcoming you to the book club! \n??? Meet at 6:30\, settle in\, and discussions start at 7pm
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/womens-bookclub-18-september-2025/
LOCATION:Saints Coffee\, 62 St Giles' St\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250908T110021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T110021Z
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SUMMARY:BIKE NIGHTS
DESCRIPTION:Show off your ride – all are welcome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/bike-nights/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250908T143206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T143206Z
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SUMMARY:Café Scientifique
DESCRIPTION:Description\nLet’s go to the park – why greenspaces are important for Northampton’s residents.\nThursday 18th September 2025\, 5.00 – 6.30pm\nThe Beehive\nHarborough Rd\,\nNorthampton NN2 8LR \nSeptember’s Café Scientifique is presented by Dr Declan Ryan\, Associate Professor in Physical Activity and Health at The University of Northampton \nhttps://www.northampton.ac.uk/research/research-institutes-and-centres/centre-for-health-sciences-and-services-chss/ \nDetailed Description\nThis talk will examine Declan’s work with Northampton’s Active Quarter and the partnership of local people and organisations. \nOur parks have seen a decline in public funding over the past decade even though they are a vital place to support our local communities. To promote Northampton’s Parks\, Northampton’s Active Quarter was formed as a partnership to make our greenspaces easier and more enjoyable to use. Collectively\, the partnership has secured over £1\,000\,000 of funding for our local parks. Declan\, from the University of Northampton\, will talk about the partnership and how they are working with residents to make sure parks have a prominent role in peoples’ lives for years to come. \nRefreshments available to purchase.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/cafe-scientifique/
LOCATION:The Beehive\, Harborough Rd\, Northampton\, NN2 8LR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
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SUMMARY:Delapré Abbey – Heritage Open Days
DESCRIPTION:For Heritage Open Days\, Delapré Abbey will be open for free entry on Sunday 14th\, Wednesday 17th\, Thursday 18th and Sunday 21st September\, from 11am\, last entries at 3pm. \nThe house closes at 4pm. \nLearn about how the house started as a nunnery and later became home to two families with interesting stories. \nThis event is free but pre-booking is advised.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/delapre-abbey-heritage-open-days/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Delapre Abbey\, NN4 8AW
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
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/2025-09-18/
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:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250910T204624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T204624Z
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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/2025-09-18/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250910T204430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T204430Z
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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/2025-09-18/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250820T111248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T111248Z
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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/2025-09-18/
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250612T095752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T095752Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \nUntil Sunday 4 October \nWhen landscape did appear in paintings\, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes. \nThis perception began to shift in the 17th century with the work of Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. These pioneering artists crafted idealised rural vistas to illustrate the myths of Ancient Greece and Rome\, imbuing natural elements with metaphorical meaning. Through their romantic and structured visions of the countryside\, landscape painting began to gain recognition as a meaningful art form. \nIt was not until the 19th century\, however\, that landscape truly came into its own. Artists such as J.M.W. Turner and John Constable redefined the genre\, capturing the drama\, emotion\, and grandeur of the natural world. Their work affirmed landscape as a powerful subject in its own right—one that continues to inspire artists to this day. \nDrawing from the museum collections\, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting\, where nature takes centre stage. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-landscapes/2025-09-18/
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:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204449
CREATED:20250904T165728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T165728Z
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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/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Cultural
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
CREATED:20250910T204807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T204807Z
UID:130195-1758186000-1758214800@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/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
CREATED:20250827T132733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T132733Z
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SUMMARY:Cowork Crew Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Cowork Crew takes the best bits of coworking and networking and jumbles it together in a once-a-month 1 day event. We’d love you to join us! \n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n09:00 - 09:30 \nWelcome and grab a cuppa \n\n\n\n\n09:30 - 12:00 \nGet some work done \n\n\n\n\n12:00 - 12:45 \nSpeaker: Hannah Brady\, Co-Founder of The Brady Creative \n\n\n\n\n12:45 - 13:30 \nLunch \n\n\n\n\n13:30 - 16:30 \nGet some work done (and cake break!) \n\n\n\n\n16:30 \nByeeeeee! See you next month 🙂 \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/cowork-crew-northampton-2/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
CREATED:20250911T125945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T125945Z
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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-2025/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
CREATED:20250909T064628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T064628Z
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SUMMARY:OPEN MIC
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Night from 8pm
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/open-mic-26/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
CREATED:20250908T110339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T110339Z
UID:130132-1758137400-1758146400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:THE BILLY JAM NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:A place to meet and jam with felllow musicians
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-billy-jam-night-3/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:19700401T000000
DTSTAMP:20260403T204450
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Deco":MAILTO:Toni@stage-right.co.uk
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