Picture tribute - looking back at Queen Elizabeth II's visits to North Northamptonshire

During her 70-year reign she made regular visits to the county

We pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning British monarch, looking back at her many visits to the county.

As the country enters a period of mourning we reflect on Her Majesty’s memorable moments spent in the county.

Her visits brought joy and comfort to those lucky enough to meet her over the past seventy years.

From Corby to Kettering, Wellingborough to Higham Ferrers and villages in between, Queen Elizabeth II was cheered by crowds wherever she went.

13. Looking back to The Queen's visits to North Northants

Queen's Visit 2001 to Corby at the opening of Rockingham Motor Speedway - meeting St John Ambulance staff Photo: Alan Castle

The Queen during her visit to Higham Ferrers in May 1985 Photo: Evening Telegraph

The Queen visiting Higham Ferrers in 1985 Photo: Higham Ferrers Town Council

Queen's Visit 2001 to Rockingham Motor Speedway meeting Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Photo: ET Photographer