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Echoes of Daventry Calling – Borough Hill Architecture

Daventry Museum 3 New Street,, Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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

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St. Peter’s Church, Northampton – Heritage Open Days

St Peter's Church, Northampton Marefair,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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

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St. Peters Church, Irthlingborough – Heritage Open Days

St Peter's Church, Irthlingborough Church St,, Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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

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St. John the Baptist Church, Kingsthorpe – Heritage Open Days

St John the Baptist Church, Kingsthorpe The Green, Kingsthorpe,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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

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Canons Ashby – Heritage Open Days

Canons Ashby Canons Ashby House, Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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.

History of the Great Fire

The Guildhall Saint Giles' Square, Northampton, Northanptonshire

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

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Talk: Beer and Buildings

Towcester Mill Brewery Chantry Lane,, Towcester, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

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

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Big Battlefield Walk Weekends – The Battle of Edgcote

The Griffin Inn, Chipping Warden The Griffin Inn, Culworth Road,, Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire

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

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The Amazing Northampton Run

Northampton Market Square

Experience iconic landmarks, feel the pulse of the community, and achieve something unforgettable. The Amazing Northampton Run is where challenge meets pride. Run past history, test your limits, and celebrate the incredible spirit of Northampton. Whether you’re an experienced runner or taking on your first race, you’ll feel the community cheering you on every step of the way. Start in ... Read More

Historical Walks of Hardingstone

Hardingstone Hardingstone, Northamptonshire

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

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Holy Cross Day Special Open Day

Holy Sepulchre Sheep St,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Come celebrate the patronal festival, Holy Cross Day, at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Discover how the unique medieval round church was inspired by the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Learn why it was built this way and uncover some of the fascinating stories etched into its walls. Enjoy refreshments, explore the church at your leisure, and ... Read More

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An Aerial View of Wicksteed Park’s Architecture

Wicksteed Park Barton Road,, Kettering, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Heritage Open Days are back at Wicksteed Park for 2025! Have you ever wanted to explore how the park’s key features have changed over time? Join in the Garden Room on the 14th of September from 11am for a captivating presentation showcasing a series of aerial views across different decades illustrating the dramatic transformation of Wicksteed Park’s grounds. In the ... Read More

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