Things to Do in Northampton
Northampton has two substantial parks close to the centre and a river that runs through it, which is more than most visitors expect. Here is where to go.
Abington Park for a bandstand afternoon
Abington Park, a short distance from the centre, has a lake, old trees, a museum in a manor house and a long run of lawns. It is the town's most popular park and comfortable to share on a dry day.
Abington Park, a short distance from the centre, has a lake, old trees, a museum in a manor house and a long run of lawns.
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Delapre Abbey for a historic setting
Delapre Abbey is a historic house in extensive parkland, with gardens, a cafe and paths across open meadows. It is quieter than Abington Park and has a sense of being somewhere special.
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The Nene riverside for a flat walk
The river Nene runs close to the town centre, with riverside paths that are flat and easy underfoot. They suit a long walk and link with the parks.
The river Nene runs close to the town centre, with riverside paths that are flat and easy underfoot.
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The old town centre for an easy afternoon
Around the market square and the surrounding streets, the old centre has older buildings and a plain, practical feel. It suits a loose afternoon with coffee and a wander.
Around the market square and the surrounding streets, the old centre has older buildings and a plain, practical feel.
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Getting around Northampton
The parks are a short taxi or bus ride from the centre, and the station is on the edge of the town, so plan the journey in advance. Weekdays are quiet, and weekends bring families to the parks, so a weekday morning is calmer.
The parks are a short taxi or bus ride from the centre, and the station is on the edge of the town, so plan the journey in advance.
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A walk in a park suits a first meeting, and a trusted profile is what makes it relaxed.
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