An exhibition focused on the road transport in Burton Latimer. Lots of artefacts to bring back memories, plus photos of some of the many garages that used to be found in Burton Latimer. We have a section on the building of the by pass. Additional highlights include a cabinet of reading materials from our archives linking to the 2026 National ... Read More
Commemorate VE Day at Wicksteed Park with tea dancing! Join us on the 8th of May 2026 from 6pm – 9pm, for an evening of tea dancing as we commemorate VE Day and celebrate community. Enjoy a light supper of sandwiches, savouries and sweet treats before taking to the floor to dance along to classic ballroom favourites. The evening will ... 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
A display of vintage cars at Burton Latimer Heritage Museum to link with our exhibition "On the Road - featuring Burton Latimer's Lost Garages - and more!" Free to visit, but donations to the Museum are very welcome. There will be refreshments and home made cakes available all day for a small donation. The Museum will also be open. Find ... Read More
We are delighted to announce that the Lithic Studies Society will be holding a Knap-In session on Saturday 9th May 2026 in the beautiful grounds of Chester House Estate, Irchester, Northamptonshire. Tickets are only £10 and available now: https://buytickets.at/lithicstudiessociety/1886034 The event is aimed at intermediate and experienced knappers, and is an opportunity to gather and exchange insights, techniques and materials. ... Read More
On Saturday May 9th, experience the dramatic history of the tiny south Northamptonshire village of Grafton Regis. The past comes to life in a leisurely walk beginning at 2.30pm at the Village Hall, then on to the atmospheric Church of St Mary the Virgin. In the Hall, en route and in the Church, meet famous and infamous characters linked to ... Read More
Outdoor Theatre Show ★★★★★ – “So entertaining…laugh-out-loud funny” ★★★★★ – “The ultimate British theatrical experience” ★★★★★ – “Riotously fun. Hugely enjoyable” Don't forget to bring your own cushions, and camping-chairs and join us for this most epic of quests. Come prepared for the weather - the performance will continue come rain come shine! The Bar will be open for 5pm ... Read More
Summer Fete and Classic Car display at Grafton Regis from 2 p.m. A small village supporting a Medieval church with connections throughout history to the current Royal Family. In the church of St. Mary the Virgin you will find a Heritage display explaining the history of Great Britain. Just a few steps away we are holding a Summer Fete with ... Read More
Based in Northamptonshire this well known music group offer an evening of foot tapping renaissance dances from the low countries. This is to celebrate the life of David Munrow - one of the great pioneers of "early music"
Join us for a delightful afternoon of tea and history at Wicksteed Park’s Heritage and High Tea event. There will be a delicious spread of tea and hot drinks, alongside a selection of scrumptious treats, all provided by the students at Tresham College. As you sip your tea and nibble on a light supper, you will listen to a fascinating ... 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 professional artist Nicky Hunter at the wonderful Yardley Arts Centre in rural Northamptonshire for a beautiful afternoon workshop: "IN THE PINK – Blooms in a Watering Can." Watercolour is the perfect medium for this subject. Nicky will guide you step-by-step through live demonstrations, showing you how to blend traditional wet-on-dry and wet-into-wet techniques with an expressive, loose style. You’ll ... Read More
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