Naseby Battlefield Project is hosting Naseby Battlefield Tours! Naseby Battlefield – The Most Important Place You've Never Heard of... Journey back in time to one of the most pivotal moments in British history with a Naseby Battlefield Tour. Led by experienced tour guides, this immersive experience offers a unique perspective on the Battle of Naseby and its enduring impact on ... Read More
Classic buses providing FREE heritage bus services in and around Northampton linking venues participating in Heritage Open Days and running short tours. Regular FREE bus services and short tours using classic buses and coaches running from the Town Centre on routes around Northampton and the local area serving many of the venues open to the public. Saturday 20 September: 09:30-16:30 ... 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
This year, The Holy Sepulchre are exploring the theme: Layers, Scars, and Memories Carved in Stone. Over 900 years old, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is rich with physical traces of the past. Cracks, marks, changes in stone , all these “scars” tell a story of a building shaped by time, faith, and community. Topics include: Architecture: Layers, Scars, ... Read More
Step into 1300 Years of Architectural Heritage at Brixworth! This Heritage Open Days, come and discover one of England’s most remarkable architectural treasures – All Saints’ Church in Brixworth, a stunning example of Anglo-Saxon design and construction. Built in the 7th century, when Roman Britain had faded into legend and the Anglo-Saxon age was emerging, this iconic building is one ... Read More
Join the Kettering Civic Society for an enlightening afternoon as they embark on a walking tour led by the knowledgeable Kathy Haigh, on behalf of the Kettering Civic Society. Discover the rich tapestry of Kettering’s history through the lens of its non-conformists and the influential figure of William Knibb. This captivating tour will take you through some of Kettering's historical ... Read More
Get ready for an immersive journey back to September 20th, 1675, when a single spark ignited a catastrophic fire that reduced much of Northampton to ashes. Guided by an enigmatic Time Traveller, you’ll witness the unfolding disaster, hear the tales of survival, and see how the town rose from the ashes. Tour Highlights: St. Mary’s Street - Stand at the ... Read More
Experience the church in a whole new light, candlelight and torchlight to be exact. Join The Holy Sepulchre Church after dark for a special evening tour by torchlight. Bring your own torch and step into the shadows as they explore the church’s hidden corners and hidden gems. Discover the church as it is rarely seen, see details you might miss ... Read More
