National cycling showcase at Birmingham
The Cycle Show, the UK’s national cycling showcase is returning to Birmingham’s NEC Exhibition Center. Publicisits Fusion Media have released the following statement: The [...]
Events
Amazing work of Marina Amaral brings Spencer portrait to life
An artist who has brought to life images of historical figures by adding colour has carried out a private commission for Earl Spencer. Marina Amaral will be interviewed at [...]
New talent at 15 Collingwood exhibition
Since opening 15 Collingwood in 2013, Northampton brothers Rocco and Franco Catalano have been supporting new artistic and design talent. A new exhibition ‘Painters [...]
Delapré Abbey revives Bouverie fete
Delapré Abbey is reviving a traditional fete run by its former owners. The Abbey has released the following statement detailing its plans: Calling all creative bakers and [...]
How to be the Bard of Northampton
When the Bardic Picnic at Becket’s Park is over Northampton will once again have a new Bard. The contenders will have been through three rounds of performance or [...]
Let’s stop being snobs about Northampton Town Festival
Northampton Town Festival has been the victim of snobbery over the years. Among the eclectic mix of events that make up the public social calendar in a Noho summer, this is [...]
The Delapre Book Festival – a good start now what about a sequel?
Shirley Jones takes a long hard look at the first Delapre Book Festival which included Sarah Pascoe in its line-up of authors. Dave Ikin took the pictures. The battle of [...]
Pictures: carnival parade showcases community in the sunshine
Northampton Carnival pulled together the many varied cultures and communities of the town with a parade featuring charities, community organisations and performers. [...]
What would a fashion show for real people look like?
Organisers are celebrating the success of ‘Eclectic Catwalk’ which took place at Northampton’s Guildhall, writes Liz Carroll-Wheat. Age UK, School of [...]