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].
29. Yellow Bus Catering – September 2024
Yellow Bus Catering is an events company with a twist, with a fleet of three school buses that can be hired for any occasion. The mobile units are fully equipped and ready to serve pizzas and burgers anywhere, but they also opened a dine-in HQ in Staveley Way, Brixworth in September. Pizzas can be enjoyed at the unit or taken away. Photo: Katie Wheatley
30. The Mews Beauty Bar – September 2024
The Mews Beauty Bar, located in Gold Street Mews, was founded and opened by Saffronne Rose in September after working in the industry for around six years. The team of four offer most treatments besides hair and nails, including aesthetics, lashes, semi-permanent make-up, body sculpting, facials, tooth gems and they hope to introduce teeth whitening soon. Photo: The Mews Beauty Bar
31. Nando's – October 2024
After nine months of refurbishment works, Nando’s opened in the former Chiquito’s site in Sixfields towards the end of October. This is the second Peri-Peri spot in the town, with its signature vibrant aesthetic. The brand is known for its flame-grilled chicken, marinated in a sauce made from African Bird's Eye Chili and a blend of herbs and spices. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
32. Flannels – October 2024
Flannels, which is part of the Frasers Group, opened a new store in the former Thackerays site in Wellingborough Road. The former business, which had been trading in the town since 1972, closed down earlier this summer after being purchased by Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group – which owns several other brands, including Sports Direct and House of Fraser. Photo: Logan MacLeod