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Special Guest Performance at Christmas Lights Switch On this Sat 26 Nov!
BILLY LOCKETT JOINS THE FESTIVITIES SINGING NEW TRACK 'GUIDING STAR (CHRISTMAS EVE)'
Joining Northampton Town Council's Christmas Lights Switch On this Saturday 26 November, Northampton-born singer-songwriter Billy Lockett will be performing his very own Christmas single 'Guiding Star' (Christmas Eve) released via Photo Finish Records. Billy will be on stage for the switch on countdown before ending... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:03 by Rachel Thomas
Christmas in Northampton 2022
The countdown to Christmas has begun! Join Northampton Town Council, Northampton Town Centre BID for a season of merriment this Christmas, with a variety of festive entertainment.
Festivities will commence with Northampton Town Council's annual Christmas Lights Switch On, Saturday 26th November. Join us for an afternoon of festivities from 1400. Father Christmas will be joined on stage by pantomime... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:37 by Rachel Thomas
Rotary Club's Annual Santa Fun Run 2022
After last year's success, the Rotary Club's Official Annual Santa Fun Run returns to the Racecourse for 2022. The event will take place on Sunday 11th December from 11am.
Don your Santa suit, gather your friends and family and join the fun at your own pace, with a choice of 2.5 or 5k.
Timings are as follows:
- 9:30 am Santa Suit collections start
- 10:30 am Warmup session
- 11:00 am Start of staggered Santa... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:06 by Rachel Thomas
Light Up the Sky with Northampton's Annual Fireworks Spectacular
Northampton Town Council invite you to our annual Fireworks Spectacular, returning to The Racecourse, Saturday 5th November.
Gates open at 2pm, before the live entertainment begins from 4:30pm. The stage, hosted by BBC Radio Northampton's Daisie Belle, will feature live music plus Fire & Pyro performances, culminating in a spectacular firework display at 6pm. Entry to the event is free.
Experienced... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:18 by Rachel Thomas
National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW) : 8th - 15th October
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and partners are coming together this October to raise awareness of hate crime via a programme of activities marking the National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW).
Taking place from 8 to 15 October, the campaign aims to bring people together to stand in solidarity with those affected by hate crime while educating residents about the different types of hate crime,... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:25 by Rachel Thomas
COVID-19 MEMORIAL - An Afternoon of Reflection
In partnership with the Northampton Inter Faith Forum – Niff, Northampton Town Council invite the community to come together to commemorate, reflect and remember those affected by COVID 19. An afternoon of reflection will take place on Sunday 9th October, in the beautiful surroundings of Abington Park with a service to celebrate the community around the iconic Bandstand, from 2-5pm.
The Mayor... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:11 by Stuart Carter
National Moment of Reflection to be held at 8pm on Sunday 18th September
The Mayor of Northampton, Cllr Dennis Meredith, invites the people of Northampton to partake in the National Moment of Reflection to be held on Sunday 18th September at 8pm.
Residents are encouraged to stand on their doorsteps to share this moment with each other.
Posted: Thu, 15 Sep 2022 11:23 by Rachel Thomas
Following the sad news regarding Queen Elizabeth II, Northampton Town Council have Postponed the Following Meetings
Following the sad news regarding Queen Elizabeth II, Northampton Town Council is required to plan for the conduct of council business during the period of mourning.
While the delivery of council services to the public will continue, in relation to the decision-making process, protocol dictates the authority should not hold meetings at this time.
To comply with both statutory requirements and protocol,... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 13 Sep 2022 10:22 by Rachel Thomas
Proclamation of new Sovereign to be read by Northampton Town Mayor
The Mayor of Northampton, Cllr Dennis Meredith will make the town declaration of the accession of His Majesty King Charles III on the steps of the Guildhall in Northampton on Sunday (11 September) at 2.30pm.
The reading will follow national proclamations as well as the County proclamation taking place at 1pm at All Saints Church on the same day.
Cllr Dennis Meredith said "It is an honour to be serving... Read More »
Posted: Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:21 by Rachel Thomas
Northampton Town Council Pay Tribute to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and announce plan to read Proclamation
It has been announced by Buckingham Palace that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has passed away. The Town Council and the people of Northampton are deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Her Majesty. Our sincere condolences go to family members.
Tonight, Friday 9th September, an evensong service is to take place from 7pm at All Saints Church. This is a public service and all are welcome to... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 09 Sep 2022 19:28 by Rachel Thomas
