With autumn approaching, the parks are changing in their nature with some incredible colours and views across both town and country.
We’ve put together a guide to some of the best in the area, as rated by Google, with some fantastic hidden gems and one that has achieved a near perfect review score.
If there’s a park we haven’t included, please let us know by emailing [email protected].
13. Harlestone Firs Forest Walk
Harlestone Rd, Northampton NN7 4EW. Harlestone Firs received 4.7/5 on Google Reviews with one person describing it as a "great place to walk your dog and free parking at the side of the main road" and another saying ""it's really clean and well kept with loads of room to roam". Photo: Google
14. Foxfield Country Park
Foxfield Country Park off Foxfield Way in Northampton received 4.5 stars in Google reviews with one saying "views across the open countryside or Northampton. Right on the edge of the town easy to get to and perfect for some exercise" and another said "good paths mainly, plenty of space to run about. Addition of exercise equipment welcome. Could do with some play equipment". Photo: Google
15. Everdon Stubbs
Everdon Stubbs in Everdon received 4.7 stars in Google reviews with one saying "super bluebell woods, spacious and mainly clear, wide pathways. Lovely views over surrounding fields from eastern edges" and another one said "there's many trails and some rope swings to add some extra fun for children". Photo: Google
16. Brixworth Country Park
Brixworth Country Park received 4.6 stars in Google reviews with one saying "Great place for a good long walk around the reservoir. Good paths, not muddy, 10.5k loop and some stunning scenery. Best coffee ever at Park Bistro" and another said "Beautiful views, with well maintained pathways and surrounding areas. Lovely little info signs dotted around to keep you on track". Photo: Google