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Northampton Tourist Information
Northampton's position in the centre of England has given it national importance ever since the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is the county town of Northamptonshire, also know as the county of 'squires and spires'.
For centuries boots and shoes were manufactured here and this industrial past is celebrated at the renowned Northampton Museum and Art Gallery.
Since the decline of the leather industry Northamptons's prosperity has mainly derived from service industries, the transport firms that now ring the town and brewing (Carlsberg's UK base is located here).
The attractive old town has a fine market square, one of the largest and most impressive in England. Although the town was seriously damaged by the Great Fire of 1675, many interesting historic buildings have survived.
The well-preserved Norman church of the Holy Sepulchre is one only four remaining round churches in England. Founded in 1100 AD by Simon de Senlis, first Earl of Northampton, the church is Northampton's oldest standing building. All Saints Church in George Row is a magnificent Grade I listed building, rebuilt in 1680 after the Great Fire.
The Welsh House and Hazelrigg House in Northampton are also handsome buildings and a social history museum in Abington Park is housed in a 15th century manor house, once the home of Shakespeare's granddaugher.
Northampton's splendid Guildhall, a gem of Victorian architecture, was designed by the celebrated architect, Edward Godwin.
Northampton also boasts many modern facilities including the pedestrianised shopping area of Abington Street and several indoor shopping precincts.
Don't miss 78 Derngate, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
The town has many attractive parks, gardens and riverside walks.
Members of the royal family have visited the town on many occasions, from the time of Henry I right up to the the late Princess of Wales, whose family home was at nearby Athorp.
Northampton has a Tourist Information CentreWhat to see - Northampton Tourist Attractions To Visit
Mount Baths Leisure Centre Upper Mounts, Northampton NN1 3DN
Swimming Pool, and Turkish baths in the Art Deco Healthsuite. Mount Baths Leisure Centre information
Danes Camp Leisure Centre Clannell Road, Hunsbury, Northampton NN4 0RX
Leisure pool with flume, raincloud and jacuzzi, fitness centre, climbing wall. Danes Camp Leisure Centre information
Church of the Holy Sepulchre Sheep Street, Northampton
One only four remaining round churches in England. Founded in 1100 AD by Simon de Senlis, first Earl of Northampton, the church is Northampton's oldest standing building. Church of the Holy Sepulchre information
The Menagerie Newport Pagnell Road, Horton near, Northampton NN7 2BX
Menagerie is a very unusual house and garden.,an outstanding 1750s rococo folly was built in the grounds- restored in 1975.The garden has formal pools with fountains and there is also a wetland and bog area. The Menagerie information
Coton Manor Gardens Coton near, Northampton NN6 8RQ
Traditional English garden on different levels around a stone manor house dating from 1662. Features include lawns, rose garden and herbaceous borders with an extensive range of plants. Tropical house, water garden, bluebell wood. Coton Manor Gardens information
Castle Ashby Gardens Castle Ashby, Northampton NN7 1LQ
The ancestral home of the 7th Marquess of Northampton, was built in 1574, the house is not open to the public but the 25 acres of gardens are open throughout the year. The park surrounding Castle Ashby was landscaped by 'Capability' Brown. Farmyard, plant Castle Ashby Gardens information
Holdenby House, Northampton NN6 8DJ
Built in the 16th century by Sir Christopher Hatton just two miles from Althorp. Holdenby House provides a backdrop to the wonderful grounds.Elizabethan Garden, Silver Border, Fragrant Border and a Falconry Centre are amongst the features here. Holdenby House information
Haddonstone Show Gardens The Forge House, Church Lane, East Haddon, Northampton NN6 8DB
North on A428, set in the walled grounds of a manor house, these beautiful gardens are laid out on different levels with shrub roses, clematis, climbers and conifers Haddonstone Show Gardens information
Althorp, Northampton NN7 4HQ
The home of the Spencer family for 500 years. The present Earl Spencer, brother of the late Princess of Wales, has converted the stable block to provide the setting for an exhibition, 'Diana: A Celebration'. Set in parkland, visitors can view the house, t Althorp information
Canons Ashby, Northampton NN11 3SD
An ancient courtyard house that time has hardly touched. Features include the domed ceiling of the drawing room, a painted parlour with classical trompe-l'oeil, a 70 acre park and a formal garden created around 1710 with a flight of terraces. Canons Ashby information
Cottesbrooke Hall & Gardens, Northampton NN6 8PF
A magnificent Queen Ann house set in beautiful gardens, reputed to be the original of Jane Austen's Mansfield Park.The exterior of the house is little since the early 18h century. Italianate gardens, park, formal forecourt garden. Cottesbrooke Hall & Gardens information
Lamport Hall, Northampton NN6 9HD
Home of the Isham family from 1560 to 1976, an extended and modified Tudor house, Rooms with furniture and pictures, with possibly the oldest garden gnome in England. Gardens and park. Lamport Hall information
78 Derngate entrance via 82 Derngate, Northampton NN1 IUH
Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, and previously owned by Northampton businessman Wenman Joseph Bassett-Lowke , the house is now restored, and in the adjoining house is a modern gallery. 78 Derngate information
Guildhall St Giles Square, Northampton NN1 1DE
A splendid building, built in 1864 by Edward Godwin. Guildhall information
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP
Special sections on footware and a shoe collection, together with art gallary and cermics, temporary exhibits held. Northampton Museum and Art Gallery information
Abington Museum Abington Park, Northampton NN1 5LW
in a 15th century manor house, local exhibits with the history of the Northamptonshire Regiment and fashion and leathercraft galleries. Cafe in the park. Abington Museum information
Hunsbury Hill Country Park Hunsbury Hill Road, Danes Camp Way, Northampton
off A43 Towcester Road. 80 acres of park with nature reserve, picnic and barbeque areas, playing fields, children's activity area, playground, and view point. Hunsbury Hill Country Park information
Brixworth Country Park, Northampton
A508, 5 miles north of Northampton, this country park overlooks Pitsford Water. Bikes can be hired here and there are trails around the reservoir. Brixworth Country Park information
Sywell Country Park, Northampton
Off the A4500, woodland, meadows, a small wildlife display, a play area and walks around the lake (the Edwardian reservoir and waterworks opened in 1906). Fishing is also permitted here. Sywell Country Park information
Northampton & Lamport Railway Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton NN6 8BA
Operated by volunteers since 1995, steam and diesel locomotives run on a stretch of the former Northampton to Market Harborough branch line through picturesque Brampton Valley. Northampton & Lamport Railway information
Where to stay in Northampton
Hotels
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Eagle Drive Northampton NN4 7HW MAP Ideally located for business events in the East Midlands, this modern hotel in Northampton is just off junction 15 of the M1, and close to the A45. More Information and Book ... |
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100 Watering Lane, Collingtree Northampton NN4 0XW MAP Just off the M1, this Hilton hotel has a gym and a swimming pool, 10 minutes' from Northampton town centre. Rooms have 32-inch TVs and work desks, and free parking is available on weekends. More Information and Book ... |
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Chapel Brampton near Northampton NN6 8BD MAP Sedgebrook Hall is a 4 star style of property in Chapel Brampton, one of the most picturesque villages in the area. Very near to Althorpe House it has 102 en-suite bedrooms, indoor pool, gym (over 18s only!), sauna, tennis courts and snooker room.. More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Cross Street Moulton near Northampton NN3 7RZ MAP Situated within the rural village of Moulton, The Poplars provides 4-star, award-winning accommodation within a 300-year old stone building with seasonal dining and cooked breakfasts, 15 minutes' drive from Northampton. More Information and Book ... |
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Harrington near Northampton NN6 9NT MAP Tucked away in tranquil countryside, Church Farm Lodge offers 4-star luxury accommodation in 3 large, converted barns. There is free Wi-Fi and ample parking. More Information and Book ... |
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4-5 Langham Place Barrack Road Northampton NN2 6AA MAP Conveniently situated a short walk from the town centre, this hotel is minutes from the town's mainline railway station and within easy access of business and industrial estates. More Information and Book ... |
Days Out Near Northampton
Towns Near Northampton To Visit - straight line distance:
Towcester (8.48 miles) Wellingborough (9.63 miles) Olney (10.09 miles) Daventry (11.22 miles)
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Harpole Turn, Weedon Road Harpole Northampton
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