Town remain second in League Two but are vulnerable to their rivals below them, many of whom have games in hand. Here are our player ratings...
5. Aaron McGowan
Fantastic block when Town were caught cold by a clever corner routine. At the other end a lovely pass released Appere for a chance and he almost set up the winner for Hoskins in stoppage-time... 6.5
6. Joseph Mills
His first start since August but did not have things easy after a decent opening quarter. The impressive Labadie gave him a tough time of it and at one point he virtually had to drag his shirt off him for a clear yellow. Withdrawn shortly afterwards... 5
7. Shaun McWilliams
Like so many others he was having a good night until half-time when everything changed. Unable to get a foothold in the middle thereafter and missed his clearance seconds before Wilkinson's leveller... 5.5
8. Paul Lewis
Cobblers needed a lot more from him second-half when the game was drifting away from them. They miss a player who will get their foot on the ball and take control during ragged periods... 5