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Northampton /nɔːrˈθæmptən/ (
listen) is a market town and civil parish[1] in the East Midlands region of England. It lies on the River Nene, 60 miles (97 km) north-west of London and 50 miles (80 km) south-east of Birmingham. As the county town of Northamptonshire, Northampton is the largest settlement within the unitary authority of West Northamptonshire. Northampton is one of the largest towns (as opposed to cities) in England;[2] it had a population of 212,100 at the 2011 census (225,100 as of 2018 estimates).[3]
Archaeological evidence of settlement in the area dates to the Bronze Age, Romans and Anglo-Saxons. In the Middle Ages, the town rose to national significance with the establishment of Northampton Castle, an occasional royal residence which regularly hosted the Parliament of England. Medieval Northampton had many churches, monasteries and the University of Northampton, all enclosed by the town walls. It was granted a town charter by Richard I in 1189 and a mayor was appointed by King John in 1215. The town was also the site of two medieval battles, in 1264 and 1460.
Northampton supported the Parliamentary Roundheads in the English Civil War, and Charles II ordered the destruction of the town walls and most of the castle. The Great Fire of Northampton in 1675 destroyed much of the town. It was soon rebuilt and grew rapidly with the industrial development of the 18th century. Northampton continued to grow with the arrival of the Grand Union Canal and the railways in the 19th century, becoming a centre for footwear and leather manufacture.
Northampton's growth was limited until it was designated as a New Town in 1968, accelerating development in the town. It unsuccessfully applied for city status in 2000.[4]
The Hanseatic town of King’s Lynn was one of England’s most important ports from as early as the 12th century and this maritime past is still very much in evidence today. Fine old merchants’ houses stretch down to the river between cobbled lanes and the elegant Custom House overlooks the harbour. The town’s heritage is reflected in an amazing array of historic buildings and at two magnificent market places: Saturday Market Place, where St Margaret’s Church , designated as a Minster Church in 2011 by the Bishop of Norwich, is surrounded by splendid buildings and Tuesday Market Place, quite possibly one of England’s grandest squares.
Visitors can discover the story of King’s Lynn by visiting a host of heritage sites and attractions, best discovered with the help of the free guide Discover King’s Lynn or by joining a guided tour. The town’s Hanseatic history and trading links with Europe can be discovered on the self-guided Hanse Trail. The story of the town’s maritime trade, its fishing communities and its famous navigators can be explored on the Maritime Trail, or take a trip on the King’s Lynn ferry to see the maritime landscape of the King’s Lynn quayside and town from the banks of west Lynn.
Alternatively, you can embark on a town-based trail to trace the journey of pilgrims who passed through Lynn on their way to the Shrine of Our Lady at Walsingham in medieval times.
King’s Lynn offers a fine programme of cultural and entertainment events and facilities including the impressive live entertainment venue of the Alive Corn Exchange, performances and special events at the King’s Lynn Arts Centre and the Majestic Cinema. The renowned King’s Lynn Festival and popular free festival ‘Festival Too’ are just some of the great events in this festival town. The town’s added sports and leisure facilities and its award winning park and gardens all add to the experience that visitors can enjoy.
King’s Lynn’s popular town centre offers an extensive pedestrianised shopping area with ample parking close by. The Vancouver Quarter offers a modern shopping experience that sits well next to the traditional shopping areas of the town and are complemented by the markets which often take place on the historic Tuesday Market Place.
Wisbech, the Capital of the Fens, is the perfect place for a day out or a break to get away from it all. There is plenty of accommodation choice, from historic town centre hotels to attractive B&Bs in rural settings and charming self-catering cottages.
Wisbech is renowned for its elegant Georgian architecture, a legacy from an era when the town was a booming trade centre. Stroll along the Brinks or round the Crescent to see some fine Georgian houses. Then visit Peckover House and Gardens on North Brink, once the home of the Peckovers, a Quaker banking family, now in the care of the National Trust and open to visitors from spring to autumn three or four afternoons a week.
A little further along North Brink is a completely different example of Georgian architecture. Elgood's Brewery and Gardens was one of the first Georgian breweries to be built outside London and has stood almost unchanged for more than 200 years. You can sample some of Elgood's award winning real ales, either on a brewery tour or in one of the many Elgood's pubs in town.
For all those historians, Wisbech has two museums; the Wisbech and Fenland in the Crescent and Octavia Hill's Birthplace House on South Brink. The Wisbech and Fenland Museum is one of the oldest museums in the United Kingdom. It is very unusual because it is not only a museum, but also home to two historic libraries and a substantial archive, holding diocesan and borough items. The original manuscript of the Charles Dickens novel, Great Expectations, can also be found here. Wisbech also has one of the oldest surviving Georgian Theatres in the country. The Angles Theatre has just 112 seats and offers a variety of drama, dance and music in a cosy performance space.
Wisbech is justifiably proud of its 38 acres of open spaces. St Peter's Church Gardens has been awarded a Green Flag by Keep Britain Tidy, honouring the continued hard work by volunteers and Fenland District Council's open spaces team to uphold the high standards demanded by scheme.
The award comes as Wisbech goes for its 11th consecutive gold in the regional Anglia In Bloom contest and bids for success in the national Britain In Bloom finals too. The town is also one of just 15 communities chosen by the BBC for its new BBC2 Britain In Bloom series. Camera crews followed volunteers' efforts over a few months, ready for the series to be screened in spring 2018. The Green Flag award, now into its third decade, is a sign to the public that St Peter's Church Gardens boast the highest possible standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.
This tranquil and majestic garden in the heart of the town centre boasts attractive bedding displays, rose gardens, a sensory garden and many mature trees. The gardens were also awarded a commendation award for Innovation, with its links to the town's Merchants Trail.
The Merchants Trail is a leisurely walk around Wisbech bringing to life the many famous characters of this town and the reason why Wisbech became one of the most prosperous ports in the country during the 18th and 19th centuries. The trail can be found on our website.
Wisbech Park extends to over 12 acres and is situated in the centre of the Bowthorpe Conservation area. It has over 240 mature trees in addition to its wide open spaces and is just a five minute walk from the town centre.
Facilities include tennis courts, multi-use games area, for five-a-side and basketball, and two children's play areas. Finally a lawn bowls green completes the facilities which are available to use during the summer months.
Strolling through the park you will notice several wood sculptures carved from old tree trunks, seasonal formal bedding displays and the bandstand.
After discovering all those delights, if you still have time to spare you can browse around the shops or visit the market and produce auctions where locally grown fruit and vegetables and plants are plentiful and inexpensive. Main market days are Thursday and Saturday, in Wisbech Market place with a wide range of market traders.
Wisbech General Cemetery is maintained by volunteers 'The Friends of Wisbech General Cemetery'. The group aims to provide a place for both inviting and interesting to visitors and to restore as many of the monuments as possible while, at the same time, conserving a variety of habitats for wildlife.
Whittlesey sits on the very western edge of the Fens, close to the cathedral city of Peterborough. The town has an interesting maze of streets with a mix of architecture spanning several centuries. The Buttercross in the Market Place is one of the most striking buildings and a reminder of Whittlesey's rich trading and agricultural history.
South of the town, the narrow river, part of the Nene - Ouse Navigation Link, meanders alongside the Manor fields - a perfect spot to moor for a while and take a stroll.
Whittlesey has two beautiful churches, both close to the town centre. The Church of St Mary is famous for its glorious spire supported on elegant flying buttresses from the massive tower below. The Church of St Andrew is less grand but has the light airy feel that is typical of many East Anglian churches.
Each January Whittlesey celebrates the old agricultural custom of Straw Bear dancing with a three day festival that grows bigger and better each year. 'The Bear', a man in a costume made of straw, is accompanied by his keeper and several hundred dancers and musicians in a procession around the town and stops off for refreshments at pubs along the route.
Buttercross Auctions are open the first Friday of the month. With the market traders also visiting the town every Friday, on Whittlesey Market Place. The Fenland markets are great for tasty fruit and Vegetables, freshly baked bread, cakes, sweets, cheeses, meats, fish, DIY stalls and a wide variety of goods, all at bargain prices!
The Must Farm project is the first landscape scale archaeological investigation of deep Fenland, with its complex geological history (from wet to dry and back again). The project’s exploration of deeply buried deposits is transforming our understanding of prehistoric life and revealing a level of preservation previously only dreamt about.
Kettering is a thriving market town located just off the A14 and in the heart of North Northamptonshire, with plenty of things to do. In the town you will find a wide variety of shops and restaurants, a vibrant nightlife and fun family activities at local attractions, including the country’s first theme park, Wicksteed Park. The local area also provides beautiful rolling countryside and quaint villages to visit and there is an extensive range of accommodation to help you make the most of your time in North Northamptonshire.
Whether you’re staying a while, or just visiting for a day, there’s plenty to do in Kettering!
Wicksteed Park is a fun family day out and home to over 30 attractions and a 147 acre park. One of the oldest theme parks in the UK, Wicksteed Park is a place where you can ride, explore, camp, celebrate, play, eat and shop.
Boughton House is one of Britain’s grandest and best-preserved stately homes, often referred to as the ‘English Versailles’. As well as the splendours of the House, you can also enjoy the 18th-century landscaped gardens, woodlands and a grand country park.
The Manor House Museum and Alfred East Art Gallery are full of temporary exhibitions and regular activities which show what makes Kettering unique. Covering the history of the Borough, the Museum is packed with fascinating objects including archaeology, natural history, geology, and costume. The Alfred East Gallery has a regular series of changing exhibitions by local artists, as well as a permanent collection gallery displaying the work of Sir Alfred East, T. C. Gotch and others.
The Cultural Quarter can be found to the south of the town centre including the newly regenerated Market Street, Sheep Street and Market Place, which features a variety of independent shops, bars, restaurants and cafes. Make sure you check out The Yards, a unique and quirky shopping area off Market Street.
This delightful triangular building and English Heritage site was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham (father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters) and constructed between 1593 and 1597. It is a testament to Tresham’s Roman Catholicism: the number three, symbolising the Holy Trinity, is apparent everywhere. There are three floors, trefoil windows and three triangular gables on each side.
