Step beyond the usual visitor route and discover rooms rarely open to the public. This special tour takes you behind the scenes at Stowe House. Explore the extraordinary Gothic Library designed by Sir John Soane, experience the elegance of the Japan Room, and glimpse the eighteenth-century wall paintings our conservators have carefully revealed on the East Grand Staircase Landing – ... Read More
Take this unique opportunity to go on one of our popular rooftop tours! Enjoy the chance to climb the noble cantilevered stone staircase to admire the magnificent view from the roof and look over the world-famous Gardens; this truly is ‘the finest view in England’. These tours are unique and extremely popular so early booking is essential. What You Need ... Read More
For one day only, guests are invited to enjoy rare access to a private collection of classic and vintage motor cars, normally closed to the public. Hosted by the owner, Chairman of the Bugatti Owners' Club, this small-group fundraising event offers a unique opportunity to explore historically significant vehicles spanning more than four decades of motoring history. Highlights include a ... Read More
The best way to truly understand a battle is to walk in the footsteps of those who took part. Our tours follow those footsteps and give you unique access. The Naseby Battlefield Project offers public tours of Naseby Battlefield eight times a year. These tours are often enriched by friends and supporting reenactor groups bringing key-aspects of the story to ... Read More
Come along on the 12th August to celebrate and explore the vibrant history of St.Peters Church & The Old Black Lion pub. This is a FREE family friendly drop in event, including an array of activities for all ages. Take part in Norman battle training with the Hitchhiking Historian as well as Medieval craft demonstrations from Black Knight Historical! Explore ... Read More
Monday 17th August 2026 | 10.30am-3.30pm £35 per person (16+ only) Includes a 2-course lunch and refreshments (non-alcoholic) in the historic Dining Room Step into a world of powdered wigs, whispered affairs, and glittering deception… Join us for an exclusive double tour experience at Delapré Abbey that’s equal parts Bridgerton, Jane Austen, and jaw-dropping true history. Expect romance, rivalry, and ... Read More
Death Of A Clown - A Solo Performance Drama Friday 21st August, 7:30pm-9:15pm DEATH OF A CLOWN - A Solo Performance Drama The play lasts approximately 105 minutes including a 15 minute interval. It is the year 1600 and one-time theatrical superstar Will Kemp is down on his luck. Reduced to long-distance morris dancing as a publicity stunt, there's only ... Read More
Join us at Volta Books as we mark 100 years of Winnie the Pooh. Browse the display explaining how the cuddly bear went from being Canadian, to being called Edward, before becoming Winnie. Snuggle up at 2pm for storytelling, followed by a singalong with birthday cake (whilst stocks last). Complete the day with a preordered bear themed goody bag for ... Read More
The best way to truly understand a battle is to walk in the footsteps of those who took part. Our tours follow those footsteps and give you unique access. The Naseby Battlefield Project offers public tours of Naseby Battlefield eight times a year. These tours are often enriched by friends and supporting reenactor groups bringing key-aspects of the story to ... Read More
Join us on the 26th August to get creative and celebrate the artistic and independent spirit of our town! St Peter's has been a source of inspiration for artists and craftspeople for centuries. The renowned local painter and muralist Henry Bird pursued a career in the arts after being inspired by the stunning stone carvings inside the church. This FREE ... Read More
Antiques and Vintage Fair Sunday 30th & Monday 31st August, 9am-4pm Northamptonshire's premier antiques, vintage and collectors fair organised by Stag Head Events return for two weekends this year. Spanning two days and featuring over 80 stalls of antiques, collectables, furniture, vintage, jewellery, coins, retro, militaria, clocks, toys, vinyl, china, glass, radios, tools, posters and much more! Housed in the ... Read More
Bronze Age Burials And Ceremonial Landscape A heritage talk by Professor Stephen Upex The coming of the Bronze Age heralds major changes in the way that society appears to have operated, farmed, buried their dead and worshipped which can all be detected within the archaeological landscape. This talk will review some of these changes and explain how society developed and ... Read More
Discover more about the objects you’ve found with Northamptonshire’s Finds Liaison Officer, Eleanore Cox. We’re delighted to host Eleanore from the Northamptonshire Portable Antiquities Scheme for two special FREE drop-in Finds Days: Friday 4th September, 10.30am–1.30pm Whether you’ve uncovered something while out metal detecting, unearthed an interesting object in the garden, or held onto a mysterious family heirloom, bring it ... Read More
The best way to truly understand a battle is to walk in the footsteps of those who took part. Our tours follow those footsteps and give you unique access. The Naseby Battlefield Project offers public tours of Naseby Battlefield eight times a year. These tours are often enriched by friends and supporting reenactor groups bringing key-aspects of the story to ... Read More