While some of these were brand new additions, others moved to different locations and left behind where they previously traded in the town.
Supporting Northampton’s businesses has never been more important and we should all continue to do so in 2025 – especially to keep these newbies going strong.
If you have opened a Northampton-based business during 2024 and it is not on this list, email [email protected].
37. Replay – November 2024
Replay, a brand new lounge, bar and arcade venue, opened in the former Playhouse site in Bridge Street at the end of November. The business describes itself as a place where play meets relaxation, and visitors can expect to enjoy RnB, hip-hop, afrobeats, amapiano and house music when they visit and make the most of the variety of games on offer. Photo: Logan MacLeod
38. Greek Bistro – November 2024
Greek Bistro, located in the former Colemans stationery shop on St Giles’ Street, officially opened its doors at the end of November. The family-run business is owned by Greek national Christos Manthios, and he runs it alongside his wife Christina and her sister Elsa. It is a cafe by day and transforms into a restaurant and bar by night. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
39. 5 Akhis – December 2024
Family-run gourmet burger business 5 Akhis opened in Octagon Way, Weston Favell at the start of December, following the success of existing sites in Milton Keynes and Oxford. The 28-day aged medium rare angus beef burgers are accompanied by fries, chicken tenders and wings, sides, desserts and a variety of drinks, including mocktails and milkshakes. Photo: 5 Akhis