Northampton Activities

Historical Activities

Guided Walks

Themed guided walks around the town centre led by qualified Tourist Guides. Themes from 'Northampton's Story' to 'GhostWalks'.

Further information from the Tourist Information Centre in St Giles Square. Tel: 01604 622677, e-mail: tic@northampton.gov.uk

The Guildhall

Built in 1864 by Edward Godwin and later extended by Matthew Holding and Arnold Jeffrey, this fascinating example of Victorian architecture is open for public tours every Thursday at 2.15pm. Tours normally include a visit to the old prision cells, the Mayor's Parlour, Great Hall, Godwin Room and Council Chamber.

Booking essential - tickets £2.50 Adults, £1.50 Children & Senior Citizens. Call the Tourist Information Centre on 01604 622677, e-mail: tic@northampton.gov.uk

Historic Town Trail

Discover the long and fascinating history of Northampton for yourself! Take a self guided tour of the town's historic sites. Details from the Tourist Information Centre on 01604 622677, e-mail: tic@northampton.gov.uk

Northampton's Story

A visual narrated history of the town from the earliest settlement of Hamntun through the Great Fire of 1675 to the present day.

Free admission. Call the Tourist Information Centre on 01604 622677, e-mail: tic@northampton.gov.uk

Queen Eleanor Cross, London Road

One of a number of similar crosses erected to mark the resting places of the funeral cortege of Queen Eleanor, beloved wife of Edward I, on her final journey across the country in 1290. Only three such crosses still remain, one of which is Charing Cross in London. The other two are in Northamptonshire.