Althorp
Althorp
The Stables
Althorp
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN7 4HQ
United Kingdom

Tel: 01604 772108


The Althorp estate is a country estate covering 14,000 acres of gorgeous countryside and this estate encompasses cottages, villages, farms and woodland, which all fuse to create stunning landscapes. The estate is currently being used for leisure, recreation and sport, but it also is an intriguing glance into the history of the location. The Althorp estate was the home of the late Diana, Princess of Wales and is now home to the Earl and Countess Spencer. For a lot of people this alone is enough reason to make the journey to this impressive estate.
Canal Museum Stoke
Canal Museum Stoke
Northamptonshire
NN7 4HQ
United Kingdom


The Canal Museum in Stoke tells the intriguing story of the canals that were built within Britain and the brilliant engineers who designed them.
Northampton & Lamport Railway
Northampton & Lamport Railway
Pitsford and Brampton Station
Chapel Brampton
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN7 4HQ
United Kingdom

Tel: 01604 883920


The Northampton & Lamport Railway is a tourist railway attraction. It is steam-powered and also run on heritage diesel. The Railway is situated in the Northamptonshire countryside and is just a short 5 mile journey from Northampton. The railway is also within reach of the motorway network, giving straightforward road access. There have been a number of extensions to the railway over time but it still manages to retain its intriguing charm.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Guildhall Road
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN1 1DP
United Kingdom

Tel: 01604 838111


The Northampton Museum & Art Gallery is host to a range of art collections showcasing the history of the town, all the way from the Stone Age to the present day. This includes a number of Italian paintings dating from the 15th to 18th centuries, and a collection of artwork, ceramics and changing exhibitions. The museum takes a particular interest in the shoe industry and how it has prospered and developed over the previous years. Prominent designs reside here by artists such as Salvatore Ferragamo, Manolo Blahnik and Vivienne Westwood.
Rockingham Forest
Rockingham Forest
Northamptonshire
United Kingdom


Rockingham forest covers an area of 200 square miles, in a striking and diverse landscape within Northamptonshire. The forest area lies in-between the River Welland and Nene and also in the midst of the towns of Stamford and Kettering. The forest consists of farmland, open pasture, pockets of woodland and villages built from stone. The area was originally designated as a hunting ground for William the conqueror during the Norman Conquest, but now the forest is owned by the forest trusts, which continue to provide beneficial development for the forest.
Silverstone Circuit
Silverstone Circuit
Towcester
Northamptonshire
NN12 8TN
United Kingdom

Tel: 0844 3728 200


Silverstone Circuit has been present here for over 60 years and its impressive racing circuit is expediently situated in the heart of the UK, with straightforward road access and only 90 minutes north of London. The Silverstone circuit is one of the leading motorsports venues and is revered for hosting a string of world-class events. It is also acknowledged for its thrilling driving experiences, remarkable corporate entertainment and impressive conference facilities.