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SUMMARY:Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail
DESCRIPTION:Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter.\nParticipants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location\, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film\, TV or books.\nEach rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase.\nWhen you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase\, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News.\nYou will then be entered into a prize draw\, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice.\nThe trail starts on Saturday\, 28 March and will end on Sunday\, 12 April.\n\nFor full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter…/
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/iconic-easter-rabbit-trail/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Easter
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SUMMARY:Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail
DESCRIPTION:Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter.\nParticipants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location\, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film\, TV or books.\nEach rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase.\nWhen you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase\, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News.\nYou will then be entered into a prize draw\, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice.\nThe trail starts on Saturday\, 28 March and will end on Sunday\, 12 April.\n\nFor full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter…/
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/iconic-easter-rabbit-trail/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Easter
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260331T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230237
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UID:135359-1774947600-1774976400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail
DESCRIPTION:Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter.\nParticipants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location\, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film\, TV or books.\nEach rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase.\nWhen you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase\, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News.\nYou will then be entered into a prize draw\, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice.\nThe trail starts on Saturday\, 28 March and will end on Sunday\, 12 April.\n\nFor full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter…/
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/iconic-easter-rabbit-trail/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Easter
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230237
CREATED:20260326T093205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T151302Z
UID:135358-1774861200-1774890000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail
DESCRIPTION:Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter.\nParticipants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location\, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film\, TV or books.\nEach rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase.\nWhen you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase\, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News.\nYou will then be entered into a prize draw\, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice.\nThe trail starts on Saturday\, 28 March and will end on Sunday\, 12 April.\n\nFor full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter…/
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/iconic-easter-rabbit-trail/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Easter
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230237
CREATED:20260326T093205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T151302Z
UID:135357-1774774800-1774803600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail
DESCRIPTION:Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter.\nParticipants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location\, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film\, TV or books.\nEach rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase.\nWhen you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase\, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News.\nYou will then be entered into a prize draw\, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice.\nThe trail starts on Saturday\, 28 March and will end on Sunday\, 12 April.\n\nFor full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter…/
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/iconic-easter-rabbit-trail/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Easter
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230237
CREATED:20260326T093205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T151302Z
UID:135354-1774688400-1774717200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Iconic Easter Rabbit Trail
DESCRIPTION:Complete a trail of town centre shops and track down 14 iconic rabbits on display in Northampton town centre this Easter.\nParticipants will given a map of the town with 15 locations. You will need to visit each location\, where you will find a wooden figure of a well-known rabbit from the world of film\, TV or books.\nEach rabbit will be holding an Easter egg featuring a letter. You will need to find all 14 letters and unscramble them to come up with a popular Easter phrase.\nWhen you have completed the entry form by spelling out the phrase\, you can exchange it for a chocolate treat from Market Square News.\nYou will then be entered into a prize draw\, with two winners each receiving a £50 voucher to spend in a town centre business of your choice.\nThe trail starts on Saturday\, 28 March and will end on Sunday\, 12 April.\n\nFor full details visit: http://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/iconic-easter…/
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/iconic-easter-rabbit-trail/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Easter
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251223T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230237
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103557Z
UID:131720-1766485800-1766505600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-23/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251222T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103557Z
UID:131719-1766399400-1766419200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-22/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131718-1766313000-1766332800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131717-1766226600-1766246400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131716-1765708200-1765728000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131715-1765621800-1765641600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131714-1765103400-1765123200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251203T215721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T215721Z
UID:132382-1765018800-1765033200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Grinch themed cupcake decorating workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us from 11 am to 3 pm for Grinch themed cupcake decorating workshops in the Grosvenor Gatherings unit at Grosvenor Shopping Northampton.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/grinch-themed-cupcake-decorating-workshop/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:BID Event,Christmas
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131713-1765017000-1765036800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251203T220213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T220213Z
UID:132388-1764979200-1765065599@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Small Business Saturday returns on Saturday\, 6th December\, and we will be using this as an opportunity to champion our wide range of independent town centre businesses. \nNorthampton town centre is set to burst into festive life on Small Business Saturday\, with a packed programme of family-friendly activities\, character appearances and a town-wide competition designed to encourage shoppers to explore and support local businesses. \nThe highlight of the activities on Saturday\, 6 December will be a mischievous ‘Grinch Takeover’ in Market Square\, where families can enjoy meet-and-greet sessions with the Grinch every 30 minutes between 3 pm and 5.30 pm. Expect festive fun\, photo opportunities and plenty of seasonal mischief. \nEarlier in the day\, budding bakers can get creative at cupcake decorating workshops in the Grosvenor Gatherings unit at Grosvenor Shopping Northampton. Running from 11 am to 3 pm\, the sessions are free to take part in and perfect for younger visitors looking to add a sweet treat to their Christmas countdown. \nWe are also launching a special Grinch-themed competition. Families are invited to hunt for Grinch puppets\, hand-crocheted by the Northamptonshire Women’s Institute\, that will be displayed in shops around the town. \nSome puppets will be holding a letter. Collect all the letters\, spell the festive word\, and email your answer\, along with your name and address\, to info@northamptonbid.co.uk for the chance to win a family ticket for four to the spectacular Market Square On Ice rink.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/small-business-saturday-3/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:BID Event,Christmas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251203T215833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T215833Z
UID:132384-1764979200-1765065599@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Grinch Trail
DESCRIPTION:Find the Grinch puppets with the letters\, spelling out a festive word. Email your answer\, along with your name and address\, to info@northamptonbid.co.uk for the chance to win a family ticket for four to the spectacular Market Square On Ice rink.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/grinch-trail/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
CATEGORIES:BID Event,Christmas
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131712-1764498600-1764518400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131711-1764412200-1764432000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251031T140910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T103556Z
UID:131705-1763807400-1763827200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Santa's Grotto
DESCRIPTION:No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas\, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family\, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/santas-grotto-4/2025-11-22/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Santa's Grotto
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20251023T122017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T122017Z
UID:131471-1761397200-1761418800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Pumpkin Patch
DESCRIPTION:Meet our friendly scarecrows to collect your Pumpkin Hunt map in the Market Square. \nFollow the trail around the town centre to find all the hidden pumpkins – then return to the Pumpkin Patch to pick a pumpkin from the patch to take home and carve! \n  \nHow it works \nCollect your trail map and pumpkin bag to start your adventure. \nYour map will show you where to go and what to look for. \nFollow the trail \nLook for the Pumpkin Patch stickers in shop windows – each one marks a trail stop! \nAt every stop\, spot a hidden pumpkin and collect a letter! \nReturn to the Patch \nOnce you’ve found them all\, head back to the Pumpkin Patch to collect your pumpkin\, take a photo and enjoy the autumn atmosphere. \n  \nPrize Draw ! \nShare a photo of your carved pumpkin using #NorthamptonshireDay and tag @northamptonbid on Facebook for a chance to win £100* in vouchers! \n* T&C’s apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-pumpkin-patch/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
CATEGORIES:BID Event,Halloween
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250729T164126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T164906Z
UID:128871-1757160000-1757185200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Movies on the Square
DESCRIPTION:‘Movies on the Square’ on Saturday\, 6 September\, will see families enjoying a screening of Disney favourite Moana\, plus the launch of the 2026 Northampton Film Festival.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/movies-on-the-square/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250809T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250729T163935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T164842Z
UID:128868-1754733600-1754748000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Classics on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Journey back in style at the Northampton Vintage Vehicle Show. \n‘Classics on the Square’ on Saturday\, 9 August will see a display of eye-catching vintage vehicles.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/classics-on-the-square/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250424T100515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T101752Z
UID:125990-1746007200-1746014400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Demystifying Cyber Security: Safeguarding Small Businesses In The Digital Age
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNorthampton 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. \nThis 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. \nWe will be running the event in the Gatherings unit of Grosvenor Shopping Centre\, on Wednesday\, April 30. \n· The morning session will run from 10am to noon \n· The afternoon session will run from 2pm to 4pm. \nBoth sessions contain the same content\, so you only need to attend one session. \nHeather 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. \nChris 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. \nEvelyn 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/demystifying-cyber-security-safeguarding-small-businesses-in-the-digital-age/2025-04-30/
LOCATION:Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Grosvenor Centre\, Union Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2EW
CATEGORIES:BID Event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250331T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T153651Z
UID:125265-1745280000-1745366399@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Easter Riddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail\n\nFrom Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April\, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre\, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. \nSimply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! \nAll those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. \nMake the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free\, family-friendly adventure. \nTerms and Conditions apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-easter-riddle-trail/2025-04-22/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250331T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T153651Z
UID:125264-1745193600-1745279999@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Easter Riddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail\n\nFrom Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April\, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre\, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. \nSimply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! \nAll those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. \nMake the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free\, family-friendly adventure. \nTerms and Conditions apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-easter-riddle-trail/2025-04-21/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250331T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T153651Z
UID:125263-1745107200-1745193599@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Easter Riddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail\n\nFrom Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April\, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre\, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. \nSimply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! \nAll those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. \nMake the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free\, family-friendly adventure. \nTerms and Conditions apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-easter-riddle-trail/2025-04-20/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250331T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T153651Z
UID:125262-1745020800-1745107199@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Easter Riddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail\n\nFrom Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April\, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre\, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. \nSimply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! \nAll those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. \nMake the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free\, family-friendly adventure. \nTerms and Conditions apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-easter-riddle-trail/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250331T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T153651Z
UID:125261-1744934400-1745020799@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Easter Riddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail\n\nFrom Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April\, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre\, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. \nSimply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! \nAll those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. \nMake the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free\, family-friendly adventure. \nTerms and Conditions apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-easter-riddle-trail/2025-04-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTSTAMP:20260603T230238
CREATED:20250331T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T153651Z
UID:125260-1744848000-1744934399@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Easter Riddle Trail
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to hop into spring with Northampton’s Easter Riddle Trail\n\nFrom Saturday 5th April to Tuesday 22nd April\, you are invited to embark on an egg-citing adventure through the town centre\, solving brain-teasing riddles while exploring local businesses. \nSimply download the LoyalFree app and scan the QR codes at each spot to uncover the answers to the riddles. Complete the trail to receive a delicious chocolate treat and you’ll also be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend locally! \nAll those taking part can simply use their phone to solve the riddle displayed in the windows of 11 town centre businesses. A completed trail will enable players to collect a free Easter treat from Market Square News and also be entered into a draw to win one of two £50 vouchers* to spend in the town centre. \nMake the most of the Easter break and get involved in this free\, family-friendly adventure. \nTerms and Conditions apply.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-easter-riddle-trail/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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