Following England Rugby's recent defeat by South Africa, discussions around the 'English identity' in rugby have intensified. Critiques suggest England's current style is overly focused on brute strength rather than creativity. In contrast, Northampton Saints exemplify a successful approach grounded in basic skills and inclusivity, potentially signalling a need for a shift in England's rugby philosophy.
I've been mulling over whether to start off by talking about how Friday night's semi final is George Furbank's last game at the Gardens. I'm not usually superstitious, but I made a big ol' fuss about Furbs before the...
What I love most about Top Gs Like Me - a new piece of theatre created at Royal & Derngate and set in Northampton – is that there is nothing timid or apologetic about it.
It is a big brash...
Panto has come a long way since I started reviewing back in the 1990s. No more shonky sets and wonky donkeys, it's all rather stylish on stage at the Royal and Derngate this Christmas. Just remember to take your...
If you’ve been paying attention at Northampton’s outdoor festivals over the past couple of years then you have probably heard the sound of the Canyons.
It’s a noise that real things make: actual strings and drums shaking the air right...
As a new BBC documentary airs about the Jesus Army in Northampton, we look at how embedded the church and its followers became in the society of Northamptonshire for decades - updated below.
WHEN we moved house in 2003, me...
The moment George Furbank hit the deck in Cardiff after that 'rugby incident' last weekend, I felt a pang of guilt. High up in our seats, in the Gods of the Principality, it looked bad - and even worse...
Happy Oak Apple Day fellow Northamptonians, the Mayor has been on top of All Saints Church hanging an oak wreath round the statue of Charles II.
Just like Punxsutawney, USA, is famous for Groundhog Day - immortalised in the film...
So he's back. George Furbank, Northampton's quiet but deadly full-back is starting for Saints in the European final against Bordeaux Bègles today (May 24).
As coach, car and trainloads of Saints fans will be excitedly making their way to...
Northampton is gearing up for a summer of commemorative events to mark the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton. Community groups and organisations are being encouraged to get involved to deliver a series of unforgettable experiences for...
Following England Rugby's recent defeat by South Africa, discussions around the 'English identity' in rugby have intensified. Critiques suggest England's current style is overly focused on brute strength rather than creativity. In contrast, Northampton Saints exemplify a successful approach grounded in basic skills and inclusivity, potentially signalling a need for a shift in England's rugby philosophy.
