To commemorate the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton, make sure to visit Delapré Abbey for the exhibition “Regeneration: Recreating Northampton,” focusing on the town’s revival and transformation.
Silverstone Museum offers an unforgettable motorsport experience, with a spectacular new exhibition celebrating 75 years of the Formula 1® Driver’s World Championship — only on until the end of September 2025. Marking the anniversary of the first ever Championship Grand Prix held at Silverstone in 1950, this special showcase features over 60 exhibits, including legendary F1® cars, race worn suits, ... Read More
A heritage trail which celebrates Daventry's historic architecture, remarkable people and events which focuses largely on historic Sheaf Street but uncovers some of the town's other unknown gems. The heritage trail leaflet can be picked up from the Sheaf Street Health Store, which is the recommended starting point of the trail.
The Great Fire of Northampton in 1675 destroyed much of the town centre - a walking trail will take participants around the centre of the town to see some of the affected buildings and how the town was rebuilt, while learning more about this year's 350th anniversary commemoration. Trail leaflets will be available from Northampton Museum & Art Gallery, Northampton ... Read More
West Northamptonshire Council has many historic and heritage assets that is responsible for and they are dotted across the west of the county. This assets trail will help you discover some of the area's secret treasures! Tram Shelter, Cock Hotel, Northampton Upton Hall, Upton Bury Mount, Towcester Castle Mound, St Andrew's Road, Northampton Queen Eleanor Cross, London Road, Northampton Monument, ... Read More
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Register of Historic Battlefields in England the Battlefields Trust and its partner organisations are arranging a series of battlefield walks in September 2025 to coincide with Heritage Open Days. Join the Nothamptonshire Battlefields Society for a walk across the field of this important Wars of the Roses battle, which saw the Lancastrians defeated ... Read More
Heritage Open Days are back at Wicksteed Park for 2025! Have you ever wanted to learn more about the park’s water meadow, natural features and our history that extends beyond play? Join on the 13th or 20th of September 2025 from 10am until 11:30am for a Castle Field guided walk! The park rangers will guide you along an immersive route ... Read More
Enjoy a walk around Hardingstone seeing the main old buildings and hearing about the people who lived there, together with seeing photos of buildings that no longer exist. Join for a walk around the Eastern or Western side (2 separate walks each day) of Hardingstone village, taking in sites of historical interest and hearing about the people who lived in ... Read More
Take a trip back in time with a ride on a vintage bus, courtesy of Northampton Transport Heritage. Hop on board for a free trip on a beautifully preserved heritage bus, following retro routes around the town and surrounding villages. A souvenir programme will also be available to purchase on the day, with funds going to the upkeep of these ... Read More
Explore the architecture of the old service buildings at Lamport Hall including the dairy and laundry rooms. Take part in hands-on demos and activities, bringing the buildings back to life with their original uses. Brewer's Yard will, for the first time, be returned to its original use with costumed guides demonstrating the kinds of jobs and tasks which would have ... Read More
Discover the historic and current structures on Borough Hill in Daventry Museum's Echoes of Daventry Calling exhibition, celebrating 100 years of broadcasting. Themed activities include paper house making, talks about Borough Hill and vintage bus rides. The architectural history of Borough Hill, Daventry dates back to its days as an Iron-age Hill Fort and most recently as the site of ... Read More
The most outstanding Romanesque church St Peter's stands in a pretty grass churchyard in Northampton town centre, beside the buried remains of a Saxon palace. This 900-year-old Norman church is filled with glorious carved treasures. Built around 1150 AD, St Peter’s is a Grade 1 Romanesque building of national repute. The magnificent architecture includes the finely carved tower arch and ... Read More
Tours of a 14th century collegiate church with medieval undercrofts of the college buildings. Fine lantern tower. There will be a short introductory PowerPoint display throughout the day and refreshments available. St Peters Parish Church is a 14th century collegiate church which was closed at the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII. There are remains of the college including ... Read More
An interesting old church which has been at the centre of village life for over 900 years. This year, as well as details of the church's history, there will be a "Chained Library" collection and some architect drawings from the Victorian restoration. The church, built of local stone, is of late Saxon/early Norman origins with different styles of architecture from ... Read More
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.
Commemoration of the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton with storyboards, actors and a virtual reality app plus walking tour. Also learn about civic history with the mayor in the heart of the civic building- The Guildhall. The 'History of the Great Fire' event will take place at the Guildhall on Saturday, 13th September between 11am - 3pm, ... Read More
Join Towcester Mill Brewery Director, John Evans, for this free Heritage Open Day Talk "Beer & Buildings!" - Did you know how beers came to have their name? - Did you know how linked they are to historical parts of the Mill or to the history that surrounds the area? - Did you know how beer first came about? Find ... Read More
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Register of Historic Battlefields in England the Battlefields Trust and its partner organisations are arranging a series of battlefield walks in September 2025 to coincide with Heritage Open Days. Join the Northamptonshire Battlefields Society to explore this little known but fascinating Wars of the Roses battlefield. Tickets are limited to 30 people and ... Read More
