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].
25. Soccer Shack – August 2024
Soccer Shack, a football facility at Kingsfield Business Park on Gladstone Road, Kings Heath, celebrated its grand opening at the start of August. It quickly became a popular destination, with a variety of features designed to cater to visitors of all ages and needs. The venue also provides unique birthday party experiences. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
26. Mountain Warehouse – August 2024
Mountain Warehouse, an outdoor retailer with more than 300 stores globally, opened its doors to customers at Riverstone Retail Park in mid-August. The trader took over the former Wilko unit, which had been vacant since the homeware store went bust and closed all its branches in October last year. Photo: National World
27. Tequila & Lime – August 2024
Mexican bar and restaurant Tequila & Lime opened in Gold Street at the end of August, replacing Indian restropub Craft & Skewers – which opened just a year and three months earlier. The venue is described as the perfect place to fiesta with family and friends in a relaxed environment. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
28. Lola’s Bar – September 2024
The brand new cafe-bar Lola’s Bar opened at the start of September at the heart of Northampton’s Cultural Quarter, on the corner of Guildhall Road and Swan Street. This replaced the former cheese and wine bar John Franklin’s, which closed in July. The new venue is a collaboration between Bad Butler Hospitality and the Royal & Derngate. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds