Northamptonshire

Properties and events in Northamptonshire

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78 Derngate - The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House

78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
In person
Pre-booking required

Join a group for a half hour guided tour of the iconic Mackintosh House, here in the heart of Northampton. With galleries, gardens, shop and onsite restaurant, it's a fabulous way to spend some time.

A Lasting Love - A Talk on the History of the Geddington Cross

Discover Northamptonshire Tourism Hub, Rushden Lakes, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 6FH
In person
Pre-booking required

Join the Discover Northamptonshire Tourism Hub for a talk with local medievalist Ez Pavey about the history of the iconic Geddington Cross. Why is it nationally significant? Why was it built in Geddington? What does it symbolise? What is its story?

All Saints Church Brixworth - 1300 Years of Architectural Heritage

All Saints' Church, Church Street, Brixworth, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 9BZ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join The Friends of All Saints Church Brixworth on 20th September for one of our free guided tours, a unique opportunity to explore this architectural masterpiece, nestled in the heart of Brixworth, a village rich in history.

An Aerial View of Wicksteed Park's Architecture

Wicksteed Park, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6NJ
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us in the Garden Room for a presentation about the story of Wicksteed Park's architecture over the years told through aerial photographs from our archive.

Architecture Through the Ages: A Film Journey at Corby Heritage Centre

Corby Heritage Centre, 75 High Street, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 1UU
In person
Pre-booking not required

Enjoy a film showcase exploring how architecture has evolved from Roman times to today through professional and amateur footage.

Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Battle of Edgcote 1469

The Griffin Inn, Culworth Road, Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire, OX17 1LB
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore this Wars of the Roses battlefield with the Northamptonshire Battlefields Society

Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Battle of Northampton 1460

Delapre Abbey, Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN4 8AW
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore this Wars of the Roses battlefield with the Northamptonshire Battlefields Society

Black Ivory Tales of Northampton Walking Tour

Regents Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2NQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

A one-hour guided heritage walk of Northampton's town centre exploring past and present buildings and landmarks through the lens of the intersections of the English legacy of the town and the lived experiences of ethnic minority communities.

Brackley town centre Exhibition

Brackley Library, Manor Road, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 6AJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Remembering old Brackley town...

Butterflies and Moths

10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD
In person
Pre-booking not required

BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS a practical talk and session by Ian Wilson and Mike Gibson.

Canons Ashby

National Trust, Canons Ashby House, Canons Ashby, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 3SD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit Canons Ashby to enjoy the beautiful gardens, the historic house, and the medieval church. Enjoy live music from the clarinet ensemble, Liquorice Allsorts on Saturday and an activity for children on Sunday.

Castle Field - Guided Walk

Wicksteed Park, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 6NJ
In person
Pre-booking required

Come explore the path less travelled with the rangers of Wicksteed Park for a guided walk through our water meadow and learn about the natural features that run through the Wicksteed grounds and history that extends beyond the playground and rides.

Celebrate Wellingborough

Various Locations, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1BP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Wellingborough Town Council presents Celebrate Wellingborough, a two-day event on 13–14 September, showcasing the people, groups, and organisations that make our town vibrant, diverse, and a great place to live, work, and visit.

Church Tour: The Holy Sepulchre and its History

Church Lane, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3NL
In person
Pre-booking required

Step inside one of Northampton’s most historic buildings with a guided tour by one of our knowledgeable volunteers.

Circular churchyard at St Peter's Church, Brackley

St Peter's Church, Church Road, Brackley, Northamptonshire, NN13 7BB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Beautiful old church which is being opened up for Heritage Open Days with an ancient circular churchyard.

Cogenhoe village Heritage Trail

1 Station Road, Cogenhoe, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN7 1LT
In person
Pre-booking not required

A tour through the village of Cogenhoe. For a guide please contact [email protected]

Cornerstone Architecture Tour

Cornerstone, Sheep Street, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN160AY
In person
Pre-booking required

An exciting renovation project is underway at Kettering Library and Alfred East Gallery, providing the unique opportunity to see two of Kettering’s iconic heritage buildings from a different perspective – up close and high up.

Crusader Community Boating - Grand Union Canal

1 Blisworth Mill, Gayton Road, Blisworth, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN7 3RZ
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover the Grand Union Canal in Blisworth, Northamptonshire on a two hour very informative boat trip.

Crusader Community Boating - River Nene

The Promenade, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5NG
In person
Pre-booking required

A 2 hour River cruise along the River Nene with a narrative of the historic events an area on Community Spirit - PLEASE NOTE, THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED

Daventry Heritage Bus Services

Market Square, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 4BH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Classic buses are on display with some providing FREE heritage bus services in and around Daventry.