Northampton Market Square

Armed Forces Day will be celebrated at Northampton's Market Square this Saturday, 28th June between 10am and 2pm, with musical entertainment, talks, information stands and vehicle displays. The free event, organised by Northampton Town Council, opens with welcome speeches from the Mayor and Deputy Lieutenant, followed by a packed stage lineup hosted by NLive Radio until 2pm. Army Veteran and Disability Content Creator Nick Wilson, also known as 'The Disabled Adventurer', will talk about the personal experiences and adversities he has overcome throughout his life and career, while Northamptonshire Yeomanry and Army Benevolent Fund representative David Parish will give a talk on the history of the Northamptonshire Regiment and the work of the Fund. The Royal British Legion will also take to the stage to highlight the importance of the annual poppy appeal. Hear live music from vintage vocal trio 'The Starlight Sisters' singing songs from the 40s, 50s and 60s, followed by local Rock n' Roll covers band Similar Jones. Military-related charity and community information stalls will be on the square, including the Royal British Legion, the Army Benevolent Fund, the Royal Airforce Association, Cadets Recruitment and Northampton Town Council, plus N Live Radio, alongside information on the Defence...

The winners of a children’s safety competition are set to be revealed at a community event offering fun and advice for the whole family, with star appearances from PAW Patrol’s Marshall. On Saturday, June 21, Northampton’s Market Square will be filled with members of the emergency services, life-saving charities, health experts, sports teams and more, all offering information and advice to help people of all ages have a safe and fun summer. Plan your visit to the summer safety day, open from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, June 21: Marshall from PAW Patrol will be appearing at the bottom of Market Square at: 11 12.15 1.15 2.15 3.15 Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service Meet firefighters and get a close-up look at a fire engine, alongside the Emergency Service Cadets who will showcase fire safety, water safety and prevention work along with water throw lines demonstrations. The youth fire engine and Community Outreach Vehicle will be on site. Arson Task Force Learn about the risks and dangers of deliberate fires and get info on Crimestoppers and Fearless to help prevent arson in the community. Dog First Aid Browse products for purchase and get information about upcoming local courses. The team will...

Join us at this new Makers Market for live performances and stalls from local artists and creatives. . As well as stalls where you can buy local creative products, like jewellery and ceramics, each market will also feature a live performance and hands-on activities for the public. According to Becky Carrier, its Founder and Director “Northants is such a creative county and we want to support creatives to showcase their wares but also to network with each other to make big things happen so that’s why, alongside the market, The Creative Place itself will be running a Creative Coffee Morning at 11am, Creative Lunch at 1pm and a Creative After-Party at 4pm to provide a networking space where everyone who wants to explore their creativity is welcome.”   The opportunity to have a stall at the Makers Market is open to all Northants creatives and anyone interested should get in touch at nncreativeplace@gmail.com. Those interested in keeping up-to-date with TCP activities and events, can visit The Creative Place – For Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers or sign up to the mailing list here The Creative Place

Saturday 26th April | 11am - 2.30pm Northampton Market Square • 11am - 2.30pm: Meet St George and his giant friendly Dragon! Creative Crafts Balloon Modelling Face Painting • TIMES TBC: Juggling Jim's Knight School • TIMES TBC: Morris Dancers • TIMES TBC: Storytelling • TIMES TBC: Juggling Jim's Circus Workshop • Notable Northamptonians Trail round the town centre The trail will be in situ for two weeks around the St George's Day celebrations - plenty of time to get discovering! St George's Day will be celebrated at Northampton Market Square on Saturday, 26th April with Northampton Town Council providing a range of free activities and entertainment throughout the day for all the family! Crafty kids can create their own St George-themed make and take crafts and enjoy a St George's Day tale with a twist! Kids entertainers will be offering free face painting and balloon modelling. Adults can also try their hand at crafts in the Yarn Bombing workshop. Juggling Jim will run his Silly Knight School, where kids can try challenges to become a knight of the castle, followed by Circus Workshops, teaching juggling and balancing skills. Morris Dancers will entertain crowds with centuries-old, routines, plus traditional brass band performances and...