Northampton BID

VISUALISE at 78
2025-04-27 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-29 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-30 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Contemporary Stitched Textiles
The Bassett-Lowke Rooms

Sat 8 Mar 2025 â€“ Sun 25 May 2025

An exhibition of Contemporary Stitched Art Textiles
We are delighted to be hosting this new exhibition of textiles and mixed media work which has been created by the Visualise textile group. Visualise was formed several years ago, by like-minded artists who enjoy creating diverse work with stitch as the common thread.
The exhibition will also feature work by internationally known textile artist and Embroiderers Guild member Nigel Cheney who is the current mentor to Visualise.
On display is a diverse array of abstract, realistic and figurative art using a wide variety of media: paper, fabric (new, distressed and recycled) and found objects which are hand and machine stitched, or felted to create art inspired by both the natural world and the built environment.
The exhibition includes textile art inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and 78 Derngate itself, with framed and small items for sale.
Combining a look round the iconic Charles Rennie Mackintosh House before visiting the exhibition, gardens and shop, followed by partaking of some drink or food in The Dining Room is the perfect way to spend a glorious few hours in Northampton town.
There will be some â€˜Meet the Artistsâ€™ days during the exhibition, details as yet to be announced.
The members meet regularly in Welford, Northamptonshire, with the aim of promoting creativity through rigorous discipline, underpinned by an interest in the history of textiles worldwide.
Opening on Saturday 8th March until Sunday 25th May 2025, closed Mondays
10am- 4.30 pm â€“ free admission to galleries, shop and cafe.
https://www.visualise.online/

Men’s Wellness Walk
2025-04-27 11:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Sunday 13th April, 11am â€“ Men’s Wellness Walk w/ @litcounselling @nn_mens_wellness_walks @_simeonjames (Just turn up!) ????

The Greatest Show
2025-04-27 12:00 - 13:30 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Born to Perform Mini’s and Juniors Present: ‘The Greatest Show’
Join us for an afternoon of pure magic and joy as Born to Perform’s talented Mini and Junior students take the stage to present The Greatest Show. This exciting production promises to be a spectacular celebration of their hard work, featuring a delightful mix of dance, musical theatre, and sing & sign performances.
Prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and entertained as these young stars showcase their passion and creativity in this theatrical treat. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

Wild Places
2025-04-27 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Wild Places is a stunning photography exhibition featuring beautiful photographs of the landscapes of the UK.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Saturday 29 March â€“ Sunday 11 May 2025
From majestic hills to dramatic seas, the exhibition has something for everyone and inspires the visitor to marvel in the richness of the varied habitats of the UK.
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Extinction
2025-04-27 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Extinction affects us all and one in ten of our wildlife in the UK is critically endangered.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Saturday 29 March â€“ Sunday 11 May 2025
Scientists have identified five periods of mass extinction over the geological record and the question is now being asked: are we in a sixth? This exhibition addresses this fascinating topic and journeys through the demise of the dinosaurs and marine reptiles, death of the ice age mammoths and the impact of humans on the dodo.

Jamaican Sunday Brunch
2025-04-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Come join us for a chill Jamaican Sunday Brunch filled with good vibes, delicious food, and music!

Bands in the Park 2025
2025-04-27 14:00 - 17:00 | Abington Park Bandstand, Abington Park, Wellingborough Road, Northampton, NN3 3HN, United Kingdom
125th Anniversary year
Every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from 6th April to 28th September
2 â€“ 5pm
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Enjoy live performances from local bands and musicians at the Abington Park Bandstand, every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from April through to September.*
Bring your own chairs, picnic blankets/rugs and relax within the picturesque surroundings of Abington Park.
This yearâ€™s performances start on 6th April and run through to 28th September.
Please view the full 2025 schedule below.
*There will be no Bands in the Park performance on 21st September, but you can enjoy the Rockinâ€™ Roadrunner Festival instead!
Please 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.

125th Anniversary Celebration Event â€“ Saturday 17th May 11am â€“ 4pm

Marking 125 years of the bandstand in Abington Park with fun for all the family with activities, stalls and musical performances.

MORE INFORMATION: www.northamptontowncouncil.gov.uk/bandsinthepark
Bands in the Park 2025 calendar
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CURATION
2025-04-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society & Field Club, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD
EXPLORING THE SOCIETYâ€™S COLLECTIONS. The society has a number of important collections including â€“ 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

WiFi Wars - 10th Anniversary Tour
2025-04-28 14:00 - 15:00 | The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AU, United Kingdom
Timings: 2:00pm â€“ 3:00pm
Venue: The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl Street Northampton NN1 3AU
Recommended for ages 6+
Ticket price: £8 + booking fee
Wi-Fi Wars returns with another live comedy game show where you all play along! Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show, and prizes!
Hosted by comedian Steve McNeil (team captain on UK TVâ€™s hit comedy/gaming show â€œDara O’Briain’s Go 8 Bitâ€�) and aided by Guinness World-Record-Breaking tech whizz, the award-winning Rob Sedgebeer!
NB: Due to limited capacity all members of your party will be required to book a ticket, even if you are not planning to play along yourself.
The Guardian â€“ â€œNot To Be Missedâ€�
Time Out â€“ Criticâ€™s Choice
The Times â€“ Hot List
Metro â€“ Top Ten London Geek Nights Out

YouTube trailer: https://youtu.be/Xi7umT7zTWA
Website: www.wifiwars.co.uk
Twitter: @WiFiWarsUK

WARNING: BRING A CHARGED SMARTPHONE OR POWER BANK TO THESE LIVE SHOWS â€“ YOU WILL USE IT TO PLAY THE ENTIRE SHOW!
The Charles Bradlaugh 1, Earl Street, NN1 3AU.

The Mailcoach Pub Quiz
2025-04-28 19:00 | Mail Coach, 8 Derngate, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UB, United Kingdom
Get ready for an electrifying night of brain-teasing fun at Mail Coach Northampton in Northampton! Join us for an exciting Quiz event hosted by the one and only Adam the Greek. Put your knowledge to the test and compete with friends for fantastic prizes.
Donâ€™t miss out on the chance to showcase your trivia skills and enjoy a lively atmosphere with great company. Whether youâ€™re a seasoned quizzer or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone. Grab your team and head to Mail Coach Northampton for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and unforgettable memories!

In Other Words
2025-04-28 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
They call it ‘the incident’ now. What happened when they first met. He always said it was part of his ‘romantic plan’, but they both know that’s rubbish.
Connected by the voice of Frank Sinatra, this intimate, humorous and deeply moving love story explores the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and the transformative power of music to help us remember the past, connect with the present and hope for the future.
Matthew Seager’s five star, 4X Molière Award winning play has now been seen by over 300,000 people in multiple languages across the globe.
Content warning
Explores themes associated with advanced stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. There will also be some flashing lights.

How to write an effective business plan workshop.
2025-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
A business plan is a valuable tool for any business owner that can help you organise your ideas, and make preparations for your businesses next steps. Join us for this interactive session where you will learn how to create and develop a robust business plan.
You will be guided through the content requirements of the main sections in a business plan, and given some top tips of how to prepare your business plan when applying for a loan or grant. The session will cover the basics of financial forecasting and examples of the common pitfalls you should avoid.
This workshop is for people living in the UK only.
Following the event Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire will send a feedback form which we would be grateful if you could complete to allow us to monitor the success of our events. This is facilitated by our third party processor Reason Digital Limited.

Table top game night
2025-04-29 18:00 - 23:00 | Mail Coach, 8 Derngate, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UB, United Kingdom
Come join us for a thrilling Board Game Night at Mail Coach Northampton in Northampton! Whether youâ€™re a seasoned strategist or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for all board game enthusiasts.
Bring your friends, family, or come solo â€“ we have a variety of games available, but feel free to bring your own favorites. Reserve a table and let us take care of the rest while you enjoy an evening filled with laughter, competition, and camaraderie.
Donâ€™t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your skills, discover new games, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable Board Game Night at Mail Coach Northampton!

Demystifying Cyber Security: Safeguarding Small Businesses In The Digital Age
2025-04-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Grosvenor Shopping Northampton, Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW
Cyber security is not only an IT problem. It impacts every high street business, small independent, and individual, as well as banks and big businesses. It’s increasingly important you understand the risks you face, and how best to prepare and respond.
Northampton Town Centre BID is staging a new event aimed at business owners in the town centre – giving YOU the chance to hear first-hand what cyber security means for you and your business.
This is an opportunity to hear from experts as they ‘demystify’ the subject of cyber security, and spell out in simple terms, what you can do to protect your data and keep you and your business safe.
We will be running the event in the Gatherings unit of Grosvenor Shopping Centre, on Wednesday, April 30.
· The morning session will run from 10am to noon
· The afternoon session will run from 2pm to 4pm.
Both sessions contain the same content, so you only need to attend one session.
Heather Francis is the Digital and Technology Delivery Manager within the Office of the Northamptonshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner and runs the Northamptonshire Cyber Security Forum, in conjunction with Northamptonshire Police.
Chris Lambert, of Datasense Consulting Ltd, has been running various IT support businesses from Northampton for the past 20 years. He will offer guidance on how to avoid common mistakes and outline the resources available from the East Midlands Cyber Resilience Centre.
Evelyn Williams, of In2secure Ltd, is a NCSC approved Cyber Advisor who works with businesses to improve their cyber security. She will introduce the Government backed Cyber Essentials scheme and provide practical guidance so you can protect both your business, and yourself, from cybercrime.

Mavis Technologies - INVESTOR OPEN DAY
2025-04-30 15:00 - 19:30 | Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1EW, United Kingdom
Join us at Mavis Technologiesâ€™ Investor Open Day on 30th April 2025, to learn more about becoming an investor!

Come join us for an exciting INVESTOR OPEN DAY at Vulcan Works â€“ Offices & Coworking Space! This is your chance to hear our investment pitch, meet the Advisory Board, have a tour of our facilities, and network.

Mavis Technologies Ltd

The Pirates of Penzance
2025-04-30 19:00 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
‘Northampton Gilbert & Sullivan Group return to the stage with a brand-new production of that much-loved classic, The Pirates of Penzance.
This perennial favourite sees the Pirate King, the Major General, hordes of swashbuckling pirates and hapless policemen come to blows over orphans, daughters and indefatigable piratical deeds.
Combining the razor-sharp wit of Gilbert with Sullivan’s much-loved music, and under the unique vision of director Leon Berger, this brand-new production of The Pirates of Penzance promises to be a riotous new adventure for all the family.
Tickets from £16?

MC Hammersmith
2025-04-30 20:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
MC Hammersmith is the world’s leading freestyle rapper to emerge from the ghetto of middle-
class west London. He presents an evening of improvised comedy raps based on your suggestions.
Featuring brand-new routines for 2025, you’ll leave astounded at the speed of his brain, the
spontaneity of his punchlines, and the stability of his upbringing.
‘Stomach-achingly funny raps‘ EdFringeReview.com
‘An improvised hip hop masterpiece‘ VoiceMag.uk.
Tour support for Jason Manford and John Bishop.
100 million views online. As heard on BBC Radio 4, as seen on Beta Squad.

PHOTOGRAPHY
2025-04-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society & Field Club, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD
MONOCHROME PHOTOGRAPHY by John Kilby. John will give us a talk on monochrome photography showing us some of his images and how to achieve the best results in this branch of photography.

New Material New Act Comedy
2025-04-30 20:00 - 22:30 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Join us for a new act new material night where 5 acts will try out some new jokes. These nights are also a showcase for upcoming acts. Plus you will get one headline act.
Venue: Saints Coffee, 62 St Gilesâ€™ St, Northampton NN1 1JW
Times: Doors 7pm â€“ Show 8pm
Price: £7 No booking fee
Line ups are subject to change.

BOTANY
2025-05-01 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
FASCINATING FLORA by Seán Karley. Seán has travelled to many places around the world and seen a large range of flora. He presents an illustrated talk on some of the more interesting specimens he has seen.

Flavour Forward Buffet
2025-05-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Coconut Paradise, 9 Gold Street Mews, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 1RA, United Kingdom
Itâ€™s Caribbean comfort with serious attitude… Vegan Buffet.
Expectâ€¦
??Sweet potato curry.
?Crispy Shroom Steak Sliders.
??? Escovitch Mushrooms.
And MORE!! ?
