As the weather warms up, delight in Canons Ashby’s ‘Flutterby Butterfly’ summer trail. Spot the butterfly’s favourite flowers, flap your wings and..... See more >

Canons Ashby National Trust Canons Ashby NN11 3SD

Today to Tue 23 Jul

Guided visits to Priory Church and medieval Stew Ponds

Find out more about the medieval history of Canons Ashby with a guided visit to the church, and then to the restored medieval stew ponds: an area not... See more >

Canons Ashby National Trust Canons Ashby NN11 3SD

Thu 11 Jul, Thu 18 Jul, Thu 25 Jul

Brackley Jubilee Choir - 'In The Mood'

Get ‘IN THE MOOD’ and join Brackley Jubilee Choir for a concert of light music, including ‘Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo’ by Joseph Horovitz and... See more >

St Peter’s Church, Church Road, Brackley, Northants. NN13 7BB

Sat 13 Jul

Discover Clubs and Organisations in Northamptonshire

Environmentally Green Fair

Lots of different green ideas. Honey for sale Bramshill Bakes (variety of cakes with also vegan and gluten free choices... See more >

All Saints Church Community Hall NN16 9RR

Sat 13 Jul

Oaklea - Open Garden for NGS

An interesting and deceptive garden featuring courtyard area with succulents, seasonal pots, troughs and baskets... See more >

Oaklea, Irchester NN29 7DF

Sun 14 Jul

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Heritage Train Rides

Train rides through the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside. Ride our new extended line to a new station at Boughton!... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 14 Jul, Sun 21 Jul, Sun 4 Aug, Sun 11 Aug, Sun 18 Aug

Bands in the Pleasure Park

Kettering Town Silver Band will play in the Bandstand at the Rockingham Rd Pleasure Park, Kettering or in All Saints Church opposite if... See more >

All Saints Church Hall, William St, Kettering NN16 9RR

Sun 14 Jul, Sun 21 Jul, and more dates until Sun 18 Aug

u3a Kettering - Introducing the Tudors with Nursery Rhymes

u3a Kettering Monthly Meeting Introducing the Tudors with Nursery Rhymes Sandy Leon presents: Nursery rhymes, a traditional poem or song for... See more >

The Eden Centre, 21 Montagu Street, Kettering NN16 8XG

Tue 16 Jul

Traditional Jazz evening

A monthly traditional jazz evening with The New Orleans Hotshots Jazz Band; leader, trombonist: Dave Harmer. Every 3rd Tuesday of each month... See more >

The Wharf Inn, Welford NN6 6JQ

Tue 16 Jul, Tue 20 Aug

Health & Wellbeing Talk - Life after an organ transplant

Join us for an inspiring and free talk by Karen, a gold medal winner at the World Transplant Games. hear her incredible story of triumph and..... See more >

Duston Community Centre Pendle Road NN5 6DT

Thu 18 Jul

Fun Quiz night

Fun Quiz. Bring your own drink/nibbles. Max 4 people per team. See more >

All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR

Fri 19 Jul

Purcell and a Picnic, with Eboracum Baroque

Eboracum Baroque are delighted to return to the beautiful gardens of Canons Ashby for a programme of music featuring works by Henry Purcell... See more >

Canons Ashby National Trust Canons Ashby NN11 3SD

Sat 20 Jul

Tea Dance

Ballroom and Sequence Everyone welcome. Tea dance See more >

All Saints Church William St Kettering NN16 9RR

Sat 20 Jul

Mustang Nationals

The Mustang Nationals Saturday 20th July 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway Celebrating Ponies at the Pod! New for 2024!... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Sat 20 Jul and Sun 21 Jul

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 20th July at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the history of how Saxby’s Cider..... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 20 Jul

Taproom afternoons at Saxby's Cider

Our taproom will be open all afternoon with seating inside and out. Take your dog out for a walk and pop in and see us... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 20 Jul, Sat 27 Jul

Ford Show

The Ford Show Car Show on Sunday 21st July 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway The Ford Show is more than just your average car show, with Ford only RWYB,... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Sun 21 Jul

Afternoon Teas and Cream Teas with Live Music in the Marquee

Enjoy delicious full Afternoon teas or wonderful cream teas whilst listening to the Live Music of Bob's Little Big Band - in our huge marquee... See more >

Draughton NN6 9JQ

Sun 21 Jul

Premium

Woodcote Villa - Open Garden for NGS

In a much admired location, this stunning canal side garden has a large variety of plants, styles, structures and unusual bygones... See more >

Woodcote Villa, Northampton NN6 7EW

Sun 21 Jul, Sun 1 Sep

C2C Grows - Community Allotment Garden - Open Garden for NGS

C2C Grows is a community allotment project run by the charity C2C Social Action. The project offers social and therapeutic horticultural sessions for..... See more >

C2C Grows - Community Allotment Garden, Northampton NN2 6RP

Sun 21 Jul

Northampton & Lamport Railway - Cream Tea Specials

Enjoy a luxurious Cream Tea in first class style as you gently roll through the Northamptonshire countryside!... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 21 Jul, Sun 4 Aug

Cream Teas

Cream Teas. We will be serving Cream Teas in Pitsford Village Hall on Sundays 21st July and 18th August 2024... See more >

PITSFORD VILLAGE HALL NN6 9AD

Sun 21 Jul, Sun 18 Aug

Maidwell Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

A friendly village with horses exercising daily and often sheep being herded through. The gardens opening are varied with many flowering plants and..... See more >

Maidwell Gardens, Northampton NN6 9JF

Sun 21 Jul

Bug Jam Festival

Bug Jam Festival 37 26 to 28 July 2024 at Santa Pod Raceway The Pod's original and best Summer fest!... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, Airfield Road, Podington NN29 7DX

Thu 25 Jul, Sun 28 Jul

Concert in the Park

The Friends of West Hunsbury Parks, in collaboration with West Hunsbury Parish Council, are organising a first Concert in the Park, for Saturday 27th... See more >

Hunsbury Hill Country Park (Play Area Meadow), off Hunsbury Hill Road NN4 9UW

Sat 27 Jul

Premium

Northampton and Lamport Railway - Kids for a Quid!

Bring the family along for a lovely train ride through the Northamptonshire countryside when all under 16s ride for just £1!... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 28 Jul

The Green Patch - Open Garden for NGS

The Green Patch is a 2½ acre, Green Flag award-winning community garden, nestled in the heart of England... See more >

The Green Patch, Kettering NN16 0LU

Sun 28 Jul

Nonsuch - Open Garden for NGS

acre country garden within a conservation boundary stone wall. Mature trees, enhanced by many rare and unusual shrubs and perennial plants... See more >

Nonsuch, Wellingborough NN9 5NL

Sun 28 Jul

Ultimate Street Car

USC - Ultimate Street Car Car Show on Fri 2nd to Sun 4th August 2024 USC at Santa Pod Raceway is the Largest, Loudest, Hottest and Fastest... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX

Fri 2 Aug, Sun 4 Aug

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Hyde Dhaba

Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks + food from Hyde Dhaba. Tables are available on a first come first served..... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Fri 2 Aug

Viva Fiesta Family Fun Day in Walgrave Northampton

VIVA FIESTA FUN DAY Saturday 3rd August 2024 12pm to 5pm Walgrave Village Hall and Field, 1 Newland Road, Northampton, NN6 9PZ Join us for a... See more >

Walgrave Village Hall 1 Newland Road Walgrave NN6 9PZ

Sat 3 Aug

136 High Street - Open Garden for NGS

Large garden developed by the current owners over the past 20 yrs. Various different planting habitats inc areas designed for shade, sun and..... See more >

136 High Street, Irchester NN29 7AB

Sun 4 Aug

Ember BBQ at Saxby's Cider

We're teaming up with Ember again to bring you a chilled afternoon of delicious food and great cider... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sun 4 Aug

Rushden Classic Car Show

Over 400 classic cars will be joining us in the beautiful Hall Park in Rushden, Northants. There will also be 40 local stall holders, a variety of..... See more >

Hall Park, Rushden NN10 9NG

Sun 4 Aug

PYO Sunflowers at Saxbys Cider

PYO sunflowers Saxbys Cider bar hot food and drinks plenty of benches See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 10 Aug, Sun 11 Aug, Sat 17 Aug, Sun 18 Aug, Sat 24 Aug to Mon 26 Aug, Sat 31 Aug, Sun 1 Sep

Unversed

Written & Performed by Beckis Cooper Directed by the award-winning Rachel Fowler. Unversed … An eager young actor in the city of London..... See more >

The Prebendal Manor House, Nassington PE8 6QG

Sat 10 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - Bridesmaids (15)

Enjoy the hilarious comedy under the stars with girlfriends and family. Please bring own picnic (hot drinks on sale) and own garden chair..... See more >

Tower Field, Finedon NN9 5EJ

Fri 16 Aug

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 17th August at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the history of how Saxby’s Cider..... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 17 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - Stand By Me (15)

Enjoy the classic 'coming of age' tale with friends and family. Please bring your own picnic & garden chair. Hot drinks on sale... See more >

Tower Field, FINEDON NN9 5EJ

Sat 17 Aug

Highfields - Open Garden for NGS

Two sheltered mixed courtyard gardens with vibrant colours; granite path winds between lawn borders; formal walled garden with central aquaglobe... See more >

Highfields, Towcester NN12 8DS

Sun 18 Aug

Monster Truck Nationals

See head-to-head Monster Truck Racing & Freestyle Action with Monster Truck Bus Jumps Enjoy a passenger ride in a full-size Monster Truck Replica... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA

Sun 18 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - Hot Fuzz (15)

This summer, LUNA FLIX screens great films in the open air for you to picnic with. Enjoy the comedy blockbuster with friends and family... See more >

Tower Field, FINEDON NN9 5EJ

Fri 23 Aug

Thrapston Beer Festival and Family Fun Day 2024

FREE ENTRY ALL WEEKEND. Thrapston Annual Beer Festival 2024! Friday 23 August 2024, 17:00 start until late on Sunday 25 August 2024... See more >

Castle Playing fields, Chancery Lane, Thrapston, Kettering NN14 4JL

Fri 23 Aug to Sun 25 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - Bob Marley: One Love (12A)

Enjoy the bio-pic of the reggae legend with friends and family. Please bring your own picnic & garden chair. Hot drinks on sale... See more >

Tower Field, FINEDON NN9 5EJ

Sat 24 Aug

Peter Pan by Immersion Theatre

Following the success of “The Wizard of Oz,” multi-award nominated Immersion Theatre invite you to soar away to Neverland as they proudly bring their... See more >

Canons Ashby National Trust Canons Ashby NN11 3SD

Sun 25 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - The Greatest Showman (PG)

Enjoy the blockbuster circus musical with friends and family. Please bring your own picnic & garden chair. Hot drinks on sale... See more >

Tower Field, Finedon NN9 5EJ

Sun 25 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - '10th Birthday Special' Sing Street (12A)

Celebrate our 10th birthday with this hilarious teenage rom-com and love letter to 80's pop music... See more >

Tower Field, FINEDON NN9 5EJ

Mon 26 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - The Fly (18)

Enjoy the classic 80's horror starring Jeff Goldbum under the stars with friends and family. Please bring own picnic (hot drinks on sale) and..... See more >

Tower Field, Finedon NN9 5EJ

Thu 29 Aug

VW Action

VW Action is the longest running weekend VW Show in the world - now in its 48th year! The show has in one form or another been the true 'Jewel..... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway Airfield Road Poddington Wellingborough Northampton NN29 7XA

Fri 30 Aug to Sun 1 Sep

OPEN AIR CINEMA - The Lost Boys (15)

Enjoy the 80's teen-vampire classic classic under the stars with friends and family. Please bring own picnic (hot drinks on sale) and own..... See more >

Tower Field, Finedon NN9 5EJ

Fri 30 Aug

OPEN AIR CINEMA - Wonka (PG)

Enjoy the sweet blockbuster with friends and family. Please bring your own picnic & garden chair. Hot drinks on sale. See website for full season... See more >

Tower Field, Finedon NN9 5EJ

Sat 31 Aug

Buses Festival 2024

The festival, which is organised in conjunction with the BUSES Magazine team will feature a display of up to 100 vintage, restored and modern buses... See more >

Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshire NN6 0BN

Sun 1 Sep

Euro Finals

Santa Pod’s most prestigious Drag Racing event featuring over 250 of Europe’s finest teams. Witness the awesome power of 300mph Top Fuel Dragsters,..... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA

Thu 5 Sep to Sun 8 Sep

Ravensthorpe Nursery - Open Garden for NGS

Approx 1 acre garden wrapped around the nursery with beautiful views. Planted with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous perennials over the last 30+..... See more >

Ravensthorpe Nursery, Ravensthorpe NN6 8ES

Fri 6 Sep to Sun 8 Sep

Briarwood - Open Garden for NGS

A garden for all seasons with quirky original sculptures and many faces. Firstly, a south aspect lawn and borders containing bulbs, shrubs, roses and..... See more >

Briarwood, Kettering NN15 5AF

Sun 8 Sep

Rosi's Taverna - Open Garden for NGS

An established medium south facing town garden. Kitchen garden intermingles with flowers, shrubs, plenty of fruit trees, soft fruits and vegetables..... See more >

Rosi’s Taverna, Kettering NN15 5DT

Sun 8 Sep

Northampton & Lamport Railway - Cheese & Cider Trains

Steam, cheese and cider – the perfect combination! Indulge in some of Northamptonshire’s finest food and drink as you enjoy the comfort of First..... See more >

Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA

Sun 8 Sep

Grumpy Old Men

Steve Dimmer presents - Grumpy Old men - When we look at post-war British comedy, why is it that the most memorable characters are the grumpy ones?... See more >

All Saints Church Hall, William St, Kettering NN16 9RR

Fri 13 Sep

Friday Night Soiree at the Saxbys Taproom with Maya Korean Food

Not on the first Friday this time! Join us in our taproom and cider yard from 5pm - 9pm for early drinks and Korean Street Food from Maya... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Fri 13 Sep

Grand Opening Of PQA Wellingborough

PQA Wellingborough will be opening Saturday 14th September at Manor School. Enrol today for a FREE taster session... See more >

Manor School Mountbatten Way Wellingborough NN9 6PA

Sat 14 Sep

Aldwincle Flower & Vegetable Show (provisional diary date)

This is very friendly Show for everyone and we particularly welcome first time entrants, many win prizes on the first attempt... See more >

Aldwincle Village Hall, Aldwincle, Kettering NN3

Sat 14 Sep

Wellbeing Day Retreat - Recharge Your Mind, Body & Soul

Immerse yourself in a day of tranquillity, designed to rejuvenate your mind and body. We all deserve to take time for our wellbeing... See more >

Skylark Events, Shuckburgh Rd, Daventry NN11 6JY

Sat 14 Sep

Premium

Coton Manor Garden - Open Garden for NGS

10 acre garden set in peaceful countryside with old yew and holly hedges and extensive herbaceous borders, containing many unusual plants... See more >

Coton Manor Garden, Northampton NN6 8RQ

Sun 15 Sep

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The local Northampton choir is run by Northamptonshire based..... See more >

St Crispins Retirement Village, St Thomas Street, Duston, Northampton NN5 4RB

Mon 16 Sep, Mon 23 Sep, Mon 30 Sep, Mon 7 Oct, Mon 4 Nov

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Northampton Rock Choir

Do you want to find a local choir to join near you? The local Northampton choir is run by singer/pianist Dave Easter... See more >

Grange Park Community Centre, School Lane, Grange Park, Northampton NN4 5FZ

Tue 17 Sep, Tue 24 Sep, Tue 15 Oct, Tue 22 Oct

More Rock Choirs

FREE taster session with the Towcester Rock Choir

If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can! The Towcester Rock Choir is led by Northamptonshire based musician and teacher Liga..... See more >

Town Hall, 86 Watling Street, Towcester NN12 6BS

Tue 17 Sep, Tue 24 Sep, Tue 22 Oct, Tue 5 Nov, Tue 12 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Kettering Vintage Rally & Steam Fayre

A steam & vintage vehicle rally, with up to 1000 exhibits, with traction engines, mini steam, cars, lorries, motorbikes, Vintage caravans & campers,... See more >

Land off the A510 & A14 at Cranford, Nr. Kettering, Northants NN14 4AW

Sat 21 Sep and Sun 22 Sep

Vintage Barn Sale at Saxbys Cider

Come and bag yourself a bargain at the Vintage Barn Sale on the cider yard at Saxbys Cider. Vintage collectibles will be on sale both days from 9am..... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 21 Sep and Sun 22 Sep

Jumble Sale

Autumn Jumble Sale in Pitsford Village Hall is on Saturday 21st September, 2 until 3:30pm. Admittance is 20p... See more >

PITSFORD VILLAGE HALL NN6 9AD

Sat 21 Sep

Cycle 4 Cynthia

Cycle4Cynthia is an annual charity bike ride event that covers a scenic route through the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, starting and... See more >

Lamport Hall NN6 9HD

Sun 22 Sep

Field of Fun Festival in Walgrave Northampton

Field of Fun Family Fun Day Sunday 22nd September 2024 12pm to 5pm Walgrave Village Hall and Field, 1 Newland Road, Northampton, NN6 9PZ Join... See more >

Walgrave Village Hall 1 Newland Road Walgrave NN6 9PZ

Sun 22 Sep

Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 28th September at 2pm

Over 18s only on this tour, please. Entrance is just £20 per person which includes a welcome drink, a talk on the history of how Saxby’s Cider..... See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 28 Sep

Northampton Dragon Boat Festival 2024

ENTRIES NOW OPEN: Introducing the Inaugural Northampton Dragon Boat Festival 2024: A Roaring Celebration for Ailsa's Aim Get ready to... See more >

Billing Aquadrome, Crow Ln, Great Billing, Northampton NN3 9DA

Sat 28 Sep

Join our choir in Higham Ferrers/Wellingborough for a FREE taster session

If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Higham Ferrers?' then why not join your local Rock Choir... See more >

The Ferrers School, Queensway, Higham Ferrers NN10 8LF

Tue 1 Oct, Tue 8 Oct, Tue 15 Oct, Tue 5 Nov, Tue 19 Nov

More Rock Choirs

Gin & Rum Festival Northampton

Join the fun and discover a unique experience that celebrates the best of Gin and Rum and promises the party of the year!... See more >

The County Ground, Abington Ave, Northampton NN1 4PR

Sat 5 Oct

Autumn Craft Fair

A Craft Fair will be held at WI House this year. We will also be serving refreshments. See more >

WI House, 71 Park View, Moulton, Northampton NN3 1UZ

Sat 5 Oct

Fantasia Super Hero Festival in Walgrave Northampton

Fantasia Super Hero Fest Sunday 6th October 2024 12pm to 5pm Walgrave Village Hall and Field, 1 Newland Road, Northampton, NN6 9PZ ?... See more >

Walgrave Village Hall, 1 Newland Road Walgrave Northampton NN6 9PZ

Sun 6 Oct

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Sir John Falstaff, everyone's favourite Shakespearean sleazeball, has fallen on hard times. In order to fix his finances he plans to seduce the..... See more >

Denton Village Hall NN7 1DT

Sun 6 Oct

PYO Pumpkins at Saxbys Cider

PYO pumpkins Saxbys Cider bar hot food & drinks trailer rides kids side shows See more >

Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ

Sat 12 Oct, Sun 13 Oct, Sat 19 Oct, Sun 20 Oct, Sat 26 Oct to Thu 31 Oct

Boughton House - Open Garden for NGS

The Northamptonshire home of the Duke of Buccleuch. The garden opening inc opportunities to see the historic walled garden and herbaceous border, and..... See more >

Boughton House, Kettering NN14 1BJ

Sun 20 Oct

Flame & Thunder

Flame & Thunder is an action packed day for all the family featuring Drag Racing and Stunts galore. Witness a huge gathering of Jet Vehicles along..... See more >

Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA

Sat 26 Oct

Things to do around Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire is a county in England, that has a lot to offer for anyone looking for a fun and memorable day out. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the county, enjoy the natural beauty of the countryside and the parks, or have some adrenaline-filled adventures, Northamptonshire has something for everyone. Here are some of the top things to do in Northamptonshire:
- Experience the thrill of racing, karting, trampoline parks, and more at Silverstone Circuit¹, TeamSport Indoor Karting², RedKangaroo Northampton, and Whilton Mill Karting and Outdoor Activities. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Northamptonshire at the Althorp House, the Rockingham Castle, the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, and the Northampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, jewels, paintings, and stories from different periods and cultures.
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Catanger Llamas, the Coton Manor Garden, the Stanwick Lakes, and the Nene Valley Railway. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely train ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Icarus Falconry, the Virtual Aerospace, the Trapp'd Escape Rooms, and the Royal & Derngate Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the aviation history, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Northamptonshire is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Northamptonshire. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.