We’ve delved into their archive to find 27 fascinating images of Northampton’s past that provide a snapshot of people who lived, worked and played in Northampton from a period of time up to more than 100 years ago.
17. Looking Back
April 1963, A shopper in a Northampton supermarket consults his shopping list, apparently unaware that he is being watched by a clearly labelled Buyright Security Camera. A closed circuit television monitors the shop's customers, in an attempt to combat shoplifting. (Photo by John Drysdale/Keystone/Getty Images) Photo: John Drysdale
18. Looking Back
Juan Manuel Fangio from Argentina driving the #1 Alfa Romeo SpA Alfa Romeo 158 leads Luigi Fagioli from Italy in the #3 Alfa Romeo SpA Alfa Romeo 158 and Giuseppe "Nino" Farina from Italy aboard the #2 Alfa Romeo SpA Alfa Romeo 158 at the start of the first World Championship Formula One Grand Prix race, The Royal Automobile Club Grand Prix d'Europe Incorporating The British Grand Prix on 13th May 1950 at the Silverstone Circuit, Northampton, England. The race was won by Giuseppe Farina who would go on to win the 1950 Formula One World Drivers' Championship. (Photo by Don Price/Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images) Photo: Don Price
19. Looking Back
13th June 1939: Members of the Northampton Ladies Physical Culture Club exercising. (Photo by Arthur Tanner/Fox Photos/Getty Images) Photo: Arthur Tanner
20. Looking Back
18th January 1934: Southampton captain, Bradford, shakes hands with Northampton captain, Crilly, before the kick off of an FA Cup tie replay between Northampton Town and Southampton at Northampton. (Photo by J. A. Hampton/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images) Photo: J. A. Hampton