The Chronicle & Echo have pulled together a gallery of some of the best pictures to come out of the year 2021 to bring you a breathtaking summary of the fun events and big news that took over our town from the easing of lockdown restrictions to heatwaves and even a Royal visit.
Let's take a look at these 15 stunning pictures taken around Northampton in 2021:
9. September 2021
Northampton Pride 2021 received an 'overwhelming positive response' after last year's event had to be moved online. The parade began at the top of Abington Street at 11am and arrived at the Market Square around 15 minutes later, where a minute of noise opened the event. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
10. September 2021
Her Royal Highness, Princess Anne's visit to Northampton General Hospital to open their new Pediatric Emergency Department on Tuesday, September 14 2021 Photo: NGH
11. September 2021
The Earls Barton Soap Box Derby 2021 on Sunday, September 26. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
12. November 2021
Northampton Town Council's Firework Display at The Racecourse in Northampton on Saturday, November 6 2021. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds