Northampton & District Local Guide
Your guide to Northampton and beyond
Discover Northampton and the Nene Valley, explore the town's neighbourhoods and nearby villages, and find things to do, places to visit and useful community contacts.
About Northampton, Northamptonshire and the Nene Valley
A friendly introduction to Northampton - its market square, its boot and shoe heritage, getting around and the neighbourhoods and villages that surround it.
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Things to do in and around Northampton
Historic houses, parks, museums, theatre and day trips - the best things to see and do in Northampton and the nearby Nene Valley villages.
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Northampton community contacts, councils and community spaces
Who looks after what - Northampton Town Council, West Northamptonshire Council, parish councils, community centres and essential services.
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Shopping in Northampton: the Market Square, independent streets and retail parks
Explore the regenerated Market Square, Abington Street and St Giles Street, find independent shops around the town, and plan a visit around market days.
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Where to list your business in Northampton: local directories and free promotion options
Find places to promote a Northampton business, compare free listings with membership options, and prepare a useful profile for customers across the district.
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