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Northampton Fireworks Night

IN PICTURES: Fireworks, flames and Halloween fun at spectacular Racecourse event

The Racecourse Car Park

Plans to introduce parking charges at Racecourse labelled ‘outrageous’

More than 2,000 people have now signed a petition to stop parking charges hiking to up to £8 per day in some of West Northamptonshire's beauty spots as council admits its revised off-street parking charges were launched in error.

Parking chaos erupts across West Northants as council apologises ‘unreservedly’

Headmaster Tony Outlon officially launching Bosworth Barista Box

Bosworth Independent School launches ‘Bosworth Barista Box’ with official ribbon...

Northampton Parkrun takes place every Saturday at 9am at the Racecourse, and is free to attend

Parkrun Diary Part 5: Northampton

Enjoy spectacular fireworks this Saturday at Northampton's Racecourse (Stu Vincent Photography)

Northampton’s Fireworks Spectacular takes place this Saturday

Jackie Balchin first began volunteering with the Northants Litter Wombles in February 2023, after engaging with some pickers on the Racecourse.

Tidy Our Town: ‘It makes me sad at the state of mind people are in’

The Amazing Northampton Run takes place on 14th September (Adrian Howes Photography)

Northampton Town Council to provide relief on route for Half Marathon runners

The much-loved and nostalgic event took place at the Racecourse from last Friday to Sunday (August 15 to 17) for the third year since its relaunch at the original location.

30 of YOUR captivating pictures as Northampton Balloon Festival returns for 2025

The much-loved and nostalgic event took place at the Racecourse from last Friday to Sunday (August 15 to 17) for the third year since its relaunch at the original location.

PICTURES: Fun and festivities at Northampton Balloon Festival 2025

Organisers took to social media to confirm the following shapes have been booked for the event: Babybel, Football, Brandenburg Gate, Forklift, Aliens, Creme Egg, Aston Martin, Barclays House, Bertie Bassett, Saucepan, Horse, and Maxwell House.

Take a look at the iconic shapes returning to Northampton Balloon Festival

Substantial detached Victorian villa just a stone's throw from the Racecourse has a stunning sunken swimming pool and summer house (Richard Greener / rightmove)

Victorian villa just a stone's throw from Racecourse has sunken swimming pool

Racing Club is also expanding its training partnerships, having recently welcomed two Classic-winning trainers to its ranks.

Ad Feature Racing Club expands horse ownership opportunities

3000 young people had a taste of further education and work at the University of Northampton last week.

John Griff: Getting up STEAM through local education

Members of the Semilong & Trinity Neighbourhood Forum at a public consultation session

Residents of Semilong and Trinity invited to vote on Neighbourhood Plan

The 16:15 Charity Run will take place on Saturday, April 12.

Running for rough sleepers: Charity run returns to help bring humanity to Northa...
A fun run in aid of rough sleepers is hoping to help a charity be "a lifeline in the storm of poverty".
Craig Lewis

The Racecourse Pavilion could be taken over by Delapre Abbey Preservation Trust.

Delapre Abbey Trust could take over venue as clean air campaigners ‘kicked out’

Pupils from #EMATter schools Castle Academy, Northampton International Academy and Stimpson Avenue Academy team up for litter pick

Northampton pupils join forces to clean up the Racecourse

The Racecourse played host to the town's main firework display on Saturday November 2.

23 spectacular photos of Northampton's main firework display

Spectacular fireworks at Northampton's Racecourse.

Northampton's Annual Fireworks Spectacular returns to the Racecourse this Saturd...

Jon Brady

Brady 'takes full responsibility' after Cobblers 'rolled over' against Wrexham

Tyler Roberts was one of very few Cobblers players to emerge from the game with any credit.

Wrexham 4 Northampton Town 1: James Heneghan's player ratings

A distraught Callum Morton of Northampton Town is helped from the pitch by physios Ethan Cooper and Michael Bolger. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

Morton left in 'tears' after hearing a 'crack' during Wrexham defeat

Northampton Town Council Fireworks event

Save the date for Northampton Town Council’s annual fireworks spectacular on 2 N...

The iconic event returned to the Racecourse from Friday August 16 to Sunday August 18.

In pictures: Crowds gather at Northampton Balloon Festival 2024

Chronicle & Echo readers took some stunning photos of hot air balloons taking to the skies above Northampton over the festival weekend (August 16 - 18).

22 of YOUR stunning pictures as Northampton Balloon Festival returns for 2024

Where are some of the most ideal locations for a weekend getaway - that also are home to some of the circuits during the F1 season?

What are the best city breaks during the upcoming Formula 1 season?
Here’s five recommendations for a city break during the next F1 season 🏎
Benjamin Jackson

This free bi-monthly event, which was held for the first time in January, aims to stray from the inaccessible early morning gatherings and the need to commit to yearly subscriptions.

Don't miss out on this ‘netwalking’ event for the business women of Northampton

Jackie Balchin first began volunteering with the Northants Litter Wombles in February last year, after engaging with some pickers on the Racecourse.

Tidy Our Town: Womble says picking can be ‘demoralising’ but it's getting better

(From top left clockwise) Fascinator from LK Bennett; dress from Very; heels from Monsoon and dresses from Marks and Spencer

Ascot-inspired outfits you can buy on the high street

There was plenty to see as the carnival returned to town on Saturday June 8.

In pictures: Explosion of colour as Northampton Carnival returns for 2024

Northampton Carnival will take place on Saturday June 8.

Everything you need to know ahead of Northampton Carnival

Gabriella Moriarty from Northampton has qualified for the Hyrox World Championships.

Woman ‘given new lease of life’ by Hyrox aims for podium finish at World Champs

A free community festival will return to Northampton in 2024.

Free community festival to return this simmer after six-year break

Library Plus Carnegie room

Library Plus Carnegie Talk on 20th January

Hundreds of runners pulled on red suits for the festive run at the Racecourse in Northampton on Sunday December 10.

In pictures: Sea of red as hundreds of Santas take on annual fun run

Woolly hats and gloves were needed for a chilly charity run at the Racecourse on Sunday December 3.

In pictures: Hundreds take on chilly 10km charity race in Northampton

The annual fireworks display was held at the Racecourse on Sunday November 5.

In pictures: Fireworks display lights up Racecourse in Northampton

The 90-year-old was met by hundreds of people cheering him on as he reached the milestone at the Racecourse.

90-year-old overwhelmed to have completed 500th park run, 11 years on from first

Northampton Balloon Festival returned to the Racecourse this weekend.

‘I went to the Balloon Festival at the Racecourse – here’s what I thought’

Hot air balloons take to the skies from the Racecourse on Sunday (August 20).

Hot air balloons take to the skies during Northampton Balloon Festival 2023

Pictures taken at the event on Saturday August 19.

23 pictures of Northampton Balloon Festival 2023 as iconic event returns

First early morning balloon flight.

Looking back at Northampton Balloon Festival through the years

Basketball player Andre Arissol, the face of the ‘carry a basketball not a blade’ campaign, will be involved at some NN Streetballerz sessions – as well as other experienced coaches.

Basketball initiative to encourage youngsters to be ‘best version of themselves’

The Northamptonshire Health Charity troupe launched their fun run event at Northampton Carnival

Registration opens for Health Charity’s Superhero Fun Run & Family Day

The sun shone as the carnival parade made its way through Northampton town centre on Saturday June 10.

In pictures: Colourful floats and ice lollies as sun shines on town carnival

A number of town centre roads will be closed on Saturday (June 10).

Full list of road closures ahead of Northampton Carnival 2023

The Epsom Derby has concluded amid threats from protesters to cancel or disrupt historic event

Breaking Everything you need to know about Epsom Derby Day

Epsom racecourse are on high alert for activists ahead of Derby Day

Epsom racecourse on high alert as animal activists threaten Derby

Tickets are now on sale for August 18, 19 and 20.

Here’s the progress that’s been made towards Balloon Festival relaunch

Proposals relating to car parking charges at Daventry and Brixworth Country Parks have been amended.

Proposed parking charges at country parks reduced as council makes amendments

Firefighters were delayed responding to an emergency due to double parking in Northampton. Photo: NFRS.

Plea issued after firefighters responding to blaze delayed by double parking

Business owners have been outraged by the proposed car parking increases, and believe it could be the start of the end for many if the plan goes ahead.

Here’s how long is left to stop town centre car park increases

Free parking for weekend shoppers in Northampton town centre will be scrapped from April if council plans to raise around £1 million in extra revenue get the go-ahead

Councillors plan to scrap weekend free parking for town centre shoppers

Northampton Balloon Festival will return to the Racecourse next August 18, 19 and 20.

Northampton Balloon Festival to be relaunched at the Racecourse next August

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