With summer on the horizon and the weather slowly but surely brightening up, we can finally start planning how we can enjoy the great outdoor activities that Northampton has to offer.
Whether you are in need of inspiration for family-friendly fun, great ways to exercise and enjoy the outdoors or you simply want to try something new, here are some great local options.
9. Explore the beautiful Coton Manor Garden
Explore the stunning 10 acre Coton Manor Garden extending down from a seventeenth century manor house. Venture beyond the garden to the whimsical five-acre bluebell wood and wildflower meadow, enjoy a scone at the Stableyard cafe or even browse some of the many plants propagated from the garden itself. Photo: National World
10. Enjoy a day out at Wicksteed Park
There is no end of activities at Wicksteed Park in Kettering. Have a go at crazy golf, go on fun fair rides, venture its treetop walk, watch a show at Wicky's Theatre or say hello to the fluffy residents at Wicky's farmyard. You can even go for a train ride or make a splash on the world's oldest water chute! Photo: ALISON BAGLEY PHOTOGRAPHY