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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

Tour of Britain Men

West Northamptonshire will welcome Britain’s biggest professional cycling event this September, as we host the penultimate stage of the Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain Men. Taking place on Saturday 7 September, the fifth stage of the tournament will start from the University of Northampton and finish at the Guildhall on Northampton’s Derngate after 147 kilometres (91 miles) of racing through the area, including Daventry and nearly 30 villages. The route Along the way the race will pass through Daventry, followed by a loop south of the town through villages including Abthorpe, Wappenham, Helmdon, Culworth, Byfield and Hellidon, before looping around Northampton via Watford, West Haddon, Naseby, Kelmarsh and Brixworth for the approach to the finish via Sywell and Ecton. During the stage riders will tackle a pair of categorised King of the Mountains climbs at Newnham Hill and Bulls Hill, just south of Daventry, and an intermediate sprint at Holcot, at the eastern end of the Pitsford Water causeway. Full details, including start and finish times, can be found at www.westnorthants.gov.uk/tour-britain-men

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CHURCH OPEN DAYS – MAY – SEPTEMBER

Church of the Holy Sepulchre Sheep Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2LY

Our Medieval Round Church has been welcoming visitors since 1100 AD and in 2024 she is set to fling open her doors again.

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Northampton Deaf Coffee

Esquires Coffee Dychurch Lane, Northampton, United Kingdom

Come and join us Northampton Deaf Coffee.. * To make new friends *Healthy Mental Health * Learn BSL Visit their Facebook page for more details 

DJ Andy Skank

VnB 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Disco, Funk, Tropical, Rhythms.

SANCTUM SANCTORIUM – The Darkside of the 80’s

Roadmender 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Formed through a mutual love of 80’s goth and alternative rock music.  Sanctum Santorium are a live 6-piece band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists such asThe Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Siouxsie & The Banshees, The Cure, Billy Idol, Bauhausand more. Smoke machines at the ready with the clothes and the attitude.  Visually and musically, they are startlingly accurate.  SS deliver a blistering live set from She Sells Sanctuary and Love like Blood through to Rebel Yell & This Corrosion.  Dust down your leather jacket and paint your nails and get ready to be transported to The Dark Side of the 80’s.

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NINE at 78

78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH

Art Exhibition-The Gallery Running for the month of September as part of the hugely successful Northants and Rutland Open Studios event, 78 Derngate is pleased to present Nine at 78 – an eclectic exhibition of work from nine prominent Northamptonshire artists encompassing work in an array of styles and mediums. From paint, mixed media and collage, to glass, jewellery, ceramics, woodwork and textiles; there is something for everyone to appreciate and all the work is for sale. Taking part are: Katy Dynes (painting and illustration), Nadege Honey (handcrafted jewellery), Sarah Luke (glass),Claire Mycock (painting and mixed media), Joy Norman (textiles and paper),Colin Proctor (painting), Mark Puryer (wood), Emma Saul (painting and ceramics)and Katrina Solano (painting). These artists and makers' creations will fill all our galleries and there will be pieces to view in the gardens, too! A great way to spend half a day (or longer!) in Northampton, why not combine this with a visit to the heritage house and shop followed by light refreshments in The Dining Room! The exhibition opens on 31st August and runs to 29th September.  Free entry to all galleries, closed on Mondays. For more information on Northants and Rutland Open Studios including individual artist profiles and...

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From Dock to Drop – Tour of Sessions House and Gaol Block

Sessions House

  From Dock to Drop - Tour of Sessions House and Gaols Site Step back in time with our exclusive tour of the historic Sessions House and Gaols site—a rare gem that stood as the heart of law and order from 1678 to 1992. Tour Dates: Friday, 6th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 7th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 8th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Friday, 13th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Saturday, 14th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm Sunday, 15th September: 10:30am & 2:00pm What to Expect:  Explore the Grade I listed Sessions House—a unique survivor from the past. Discover the stories behind its magnificent decorative plaster ceilings, full-length Royal portraits, and the intriguing 'Iron Machine.' Stand at the very site where executions took place, and reflect on the grim reality of justice served. End the tour at the Victorian County Gaol, now home to the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.   This is not just a tour—it's an immersive experience where you'll walk in the footsteps of history, sit in the courts, and even face the hangman's noose. All in just 90 minutes—and it's completely FREE! Booking is recommended due to limited spaces. Call 07746 116569 or email museums@westnorthants.gov.uk to secure...

Women’s Wellness Walk

Saints Coffee 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Women’s Wellness Walk

Saints Coffee 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
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Titanic: Honour and Glory

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

This exciting exhibition brings to life the history of the legendary ocean liner, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic. From her conception to her premature demise, Titanic has become one of the most famous ocean liners in the world, displaying artefacts from the disaster and props from the blockbuster film, Titanic

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Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Something for all the family with this summer exhibition in the art galleries. Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Saturday 6 July - Sunday 8 September As if by magic, Elmer, Mr Benn, and Bernard will be appearing at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery as the colourful world of David McKee is brought to life through original paintings, storyboards and illustrations, film, and interactives. There is something for big and little kids to discover as these well-loved characters are revealed. An exhibition from Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books. Full details at www.northamptonmuseums.com/directory-record/479/ Plan your visit

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