Visit Northamptonshire – a beautiful county in the East Midlands of England, also known as ‘The Rose of the Shires’.
The county offers picturesque views and various adventure opportunities for all ages. Read on to know more about the different ways you can explore Northamptonshire.
(We also have a post on Northamptonshire villages to read)
The Best 20 Things To Do In Northamptonshire
Here then are some of the places that make Northamptonshire such a lovely place to visit…
Kelmarsh Hall-&-Gardens
The glorious Kelmarsh Hall & Gardens make for a sublime trip when visiting Northampton. The house itself is not massive by stately manor standards but is very interesting and definitely worth a visit.
The house looks extremely impressive and the rooms live up to the high expectations as well. The gardens are just as beautiful, with plenty of benches and picnic tables dotted around.
Brixworth Country-Park
This beautiful park is enjoyable all year round and offers the perfect location to sit down, turn off your phone, take a deep breath, and unwind. Take your dog or bring your partner for a romantic walk or just go alone.
The relatively new park offers views of Pitsford Water reservoir (pictured)
The whole area has something for everyone and offers stunning opportunities for photography too.
Stanwick Lakes
No matter whether you are looking for a lovely walk, a fun picnic, a beautiful bike ride, or just some time to relax and unwind, the Stanwick Lakes is ideal for you.
The premises are always clean and tidy and there are tons of places for kids to explore. If the gorgeous views are not enough for you, there is also a delightful cafe and a gift shop in the park.
Althorp House
This is Princess Diana’s family home, and as you would expect, history abounds everywhere.
This stunning piece of history is one of the most beautiful great houses in Britain and promises an eventful and exciting time for the whole family.
The fact that this place hasn’t been commercialized in order to maintain the family honor only adds to the charm.
Coton Manor-Gardens
While the garden grounds themselves are not expansive, you could easily spend an entire day here appreciating the amount of work put into the maintenance and aesthetics of the place.
Flamingoes and bantams run free in this scenic garden and the nursery is also worth a visit too.
78 Derngate
If you have a fascination or appreciation for Scottish architect Charles Rennie Macintosh, then this place just might be a dream come true for you.
This wonderfully restored house features some superb pieces of furniture and decor. To get the most out of your experience, the guided tour comes highly recommended.
Royal & Derngate Theatre
This iconic venue has an amazing mix of entertainment from inspirational speakers, touring plays, comedians, and traditional bands playing everything from rock to classic.
The theatres themselves are delightful with classic decor, comfortable seating, and a great view of the stage. The staff is exceptional and the various levels are fully accessible.
Bugtopia Kettering
This splendid little gem ideal for kids is the place for if you are looking to get up close and personal with various bugs and critters. The sessions are not only interactive but very informative and engaging too.
You’ll find meerkats, armadillos, snails, scorpions, tarantulas, and stick insects among ot