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
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
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
Heritage Open Days - Special 'Everyday History' Daventry Heritage Walking Tour with The National Trust 🎟️ FREE event. 🗓️ Saturday 19th September, 10.30am. 📍 Meet outside Sheaf Street Health Store. 🔈 Tour will have headsets for attendees to wear to clearly hear the Guide. 🧑🧑🧒🧒 Family Friendly 🐶 Polite dogs welcome A special version of our historic tour as part ... Read More
