The Jolly Christmas Postman

From Our Community It’s been 75 years since HM Empire Windrush arrived at Tilbury Docks and Royal & Derngate invite you to join us for this vibrant and poignant new piece that will reflect and celebrate the positive impact of Windrush here in Northamptonshire and nationally. Part verbatim, part theatre and part musical, join the wonderful multicultural Royal & Derngate Community Choir, joined by additional singers and actors from the local community, in this brand new show with a collection of songs including original works inspired by local people. Directed by Sharon De Leonardis (Spectacularts) and created with Musical Director Gareth Fuller and artist Weekes Baptiste, this will be a significant opportunity for all members of the community to celebrate, discuss and reflect together.

Relax on one of our deckchairs while little ones play in the sand. Open every day from 11am to 3pm.

Relax on one of our deckchairs while little ones play in the sand. Open every day from 11am to 3pm.

The BFG by Roald Dahl, the story of orphan Sophie and her giant friend was first published in 1982. It has remained in print ever since, selling more than 50 million copies. The BFG in Pictures is the first exhibition of work by Quentin Blake for Roald Dahl’s enduring tale showing iconic prints from this well-loved children’s classic.

2023 marks the 75th anniversary of when HMT Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury on 22 June 1948 bringing one of the first large groups of West Indian immigrants. A significant number of West Indians made their way from London to live and work in Northampton. This digital exhibition tells the story of those who arrived in the 1950s and later.