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Northampton’s Christmas Lights Switch On returns to the Market Square next Saturday
Northampton's annual Christmas Light Switch On is set to take place at the Market Square next Saturday, 23rd November, between 12 – 6pm, beginning the countdown to the most magical time of the year.
Northampton Town Council will host a stocking-stuffed line-up of festive fun for all the family, with live stage performances, local produce, gift and community stalls, Christmas themed workshops,... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 14 Nov 2024
A celebration of Northamptonshire community – new exhibition opens in November
A celebration of the people who make Northamptonshire what it is today is being unveiled in November at an exhibition organised by local arts, community and heritage organisation 60 Miles.
The exhibition, made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, is set to be officially launched on Wednesday, 13th November 2024. It will showcase the '60 Miles presents: Community Comics' project, with extracts... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 Nov 2024
Remembrance Sunday to be marked in Northampton with military parade and service
Remembrance Day will be marked in Northampton with a large military parade and church service in the town centre this Sunday, 10th November.
The parade, organised by Northampton Town Council and the Royal British Legion, is set to start on Derngate at 9.30am, following a route along St Giles' Square, onto Wood Hill and Mercers' Row, then pausing at George Row for the Service of Remembrance at All Saints'... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 6 Nov 2024
Northampton's Annual Fireworks Spectacular returns to the Racecourse this Saturday
Northampton's largest, free fireworks display returns to the Racecourse this Saturday, 2nd November, with live stage performances from 4pm and a spectacular pyro-musical fireworks finale at 6pm.
The Fireworks Spectacular, organised by Northampton Town Council and hosted by BBC Radio Northampton's Bernie Keith, is set to be a dazzling evening of entertainment for all the family, with popular local covers... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 31 Oct 2024
Green-fingered community groups commended for gardening projects
Northampton Town Council commended green-fingered community groups for their hard work creating gardening projects during an awards ceremony at the Guildhall last week, which also welcomed RHS assessors and representatives from East Midlands in Bloom.
The Mayor of Northampton presented 11 groups with their awards for participating in the 'It's Your Neighbourhood' scheme, led by the Royal Horticultural... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 30 Oct 2024
Town Councillors call on West Northamptonshire Council to reconsider its plans for Guildhall change of use
Northampton Town Council passed a motion at its meeting of Full Council this week, calling for West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) to reconsider its plans to remove the Town Council from its current offices in the Guildhall and to repurpose the building as the Coroner's Court and additional WNC offices.
The unitary council's proposals could also see the removal of several statues of prominent Northamptonians... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 30 Oct 2024
Explore 50 years of Weston Favell Shopping centre at their exhibition
Here for you since 1974, Weston Favell Shopping centre is 50 years old! Explore the Past, Present and Future of this community shopping hub and the surrounding Eastern District at the '50 years of Favell' Exhibition.
An immersive exhibition, funded by Arts Council England and Northampton Town Council, celebrating the past, present, and future of Weston Favell Shopping Centre, featuring a unique photography... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Oct 2024
Enjoy Diwali celebrations in Northampton this Saturday
Everyone is welcome to join free Diwali celebrations this Saturday, 26th October, with stalls and entertainment on the Market Square from 10am, followed by a magical light parade at dusk.
The Diwali Festival of Lights, organised by the Northampton Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation and supported by Northampton Town Council, West Northamptonshire Council and the Northampton Town BID is now in its 24th... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 23 Oct 2024
Northampton Town Council Awards Grants to Support Local Initiatives in Latest Funding Round
Northampton Town Council has approved three new grants from its General Community Fund, supporting a range of local projects that enrich culture, community services, and infrastructure.
The Northampton Film Festival has been awarded £5,503 to support its 2025 edition. This annual event continues to foster creativity, bringing filmmakers and the community together to celebrate local talent. The... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 17 Oct 2024
NTC lead a Landmark summit with a focus on climate change
The first West Northamptonshire Area Climate Summit saw members of Northampton Town Council (NTC), West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and other town and parish councils from across the area discuss the climate challenge and how they can work together to make a difference locally.
The event, which is hoped to be the first of a five-year programme, held on Wednesday, 9 October at Delapré Abbey,... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 11 Oct 2024
