Parks and open spaces news

Public asked to help protect Bradlaugh Fields

The Friends of Bradlaugh Fields and Barn are appealing to anyone who witnesses vandalism taking place in the park to contact the Police or Northampton Borough Council’s Park Rangers.

Published 10 February 2021.

Next steps for Northampton’s Market Square revamp

Northampton Forward has submitted a revised plan of activity to Government which will allow it to progress work on the transformation of the town’s Market Square.

Published 30 January 2021.

Partners came together for an Action day at Eastfield Park

Northampton Borough Council, idverde and the Friends of Eastfield Park came together for a day of action on Thursday, 29 October to help spruce up the Eastfield Park.

Published 16 November 2020.

Public spaces to be protected from anti-social behaviour

A new Public Spaces Protection Order has been introduced covering the whole of Northampton and those breaching its conditions could ultimately face a £1,000 fine.

Published 22 September 2020.

Car parks reopen in Northampton Borough Council parks

Car parks at Northampton Borough Council parks will reopen from today (Wednesday, May 13), in line with latest Government guidance.

Published 13 May 2020.

Sponsors sought for Pride Northampton 2020

The Northampton Pride Committee is appealing to businesses to support the town’s Pride event on Saturday, 18 July.

Published 04 February 2020.

Fireworks spectacular to return to Northampton Racecourse

Northampton Racecourse is once again hosting a spectacular fireworks display and family entertainment on Sunday, 3 November between 2pm and 7pm.

Published 03 October 2019.

Billing Brook Lakes project to start in September

A long anticipated environmental project in east Northampton is poised to start in the very near future.

Published 14 August 2019.

Delapré Park and Abington Park retain their Green Flag Award status

Last week it was confirmed that Delapré Park and Abington Park have retained their Green Flag Award accreditation for another successive year.

Published 24 July 2019.

#MyParkIsYourPark anti-litter campaign to launch in Becket’s Park

A new anti-litter campaign is set to launch in Becket’s Park during this year’s Love Park Week.

Published 16 July 2019.

Community events celebrate Love parks week in Northampton

More than 16 community events across 13 dates and ten parks will celebrate Love Parks Week in Northampton this July and August.

Published 11 July 2019.

Recycled bedding plants available for community projects

Local community groups are being offered the chance to boost their displays with recycled bedding plants from across Northampton borough.

Published 17 April 2019.

Live music to return to Abington Park this spring and summer

Abington Park is set to come alive with activity this spring and summer thanks to the return of the popular Bands in the Park concerts and a full calendar of events at Abington Park Museum.

Published 02 April 2019.

Early April start of work planned for Eleanor Cross

Skillington Workshop has been commissioned to carry out conservation work on Northampton’s Eleanor Cross, with work scheduled to start on Monday April 1.

Published 13 March 2019.

Delapré stable complex lease granted

Delapré Abbey Preservation Trust will be granted a lease on the stable yard complex adjoining the main Abbey buildings, following agreement by Northampton Borough Council’s Cabinet.

Published 22 February 2019.

Veganuary Food Fair comes to Abington Park Museum

Abington Park Museum is set to host its first ever vegan food fair at the end of this month.

Published 08 January 2019.

Dog walkers encouraged to walk this way

Northampton dog walkers are being encouraged to clear up after their pets with the help of a ‘Walk this way’ trail in Bradlaugh Fields.

Published 03 September 2018.

Northampton parks among best in England

Delapré Park and Abington Park have once more been named as two of the best green spaces in England.

Published 18 July 2018.

Racecourse Week of Action

Frequent park goers are being invited to get involved in a week of action at Northampton Racecourse, starting on Monday, 30 April.

Published 23 April 2018.

Damage to Abington Park’s bird aviary to cost £1,000

Up to £1,000 worth of damage has been caused to Abington Park’s popular bird aviary after a hole was cut in the side of one of the cages.

Published 16 April 2018.

New play area to be opened by Mayor of Northampton

A new play area on Aberdare Road is to be officially opened by the Mayor of Northampton, Cllr Gareth Eales, on Friday, 13 April.

Published 11 April 2018.

Blooming great news for Northampton

Northampton has just been officially announced as one of the finalists in this year’s national Britain in Bloom competition.

Published 14 February 2018.

New-look entrance planned for Delapré Abbey site

Northampton Borough Council is set to repair a gatehouse lodge and install new drive gates at one of the town’s premier attractions.

Published 11 October 2017.

Work set to start on new Delapré car park

Contractors will be on site next week to start work on a new car park to support the opening of Delapré Abbey as a visitor destination.

Published 15 September 2017.

Date set for Eleanor Cross survey and emergency maintenance

Cliveden Conservation will start comprehensive survey work and emergency maintenance on Northampton’s Eleanor Cross on Monday, 16 October.

Published 08 September 2017.

Northampton parks named as two of the best in Britain

Delapré Park and Abington Park have been named as two of the best green spaces in the UK and Ireland.

Published 25 July 2017.

Celebrating Northampton’s green spaces this Love Parks Week

People are being encouraged to get out and enjoy Northampton’s green spaces during Love Parks Week, 14 to 23 July.

Published 12 July 2017.

Views sought on play equipment for Far Cotton Recreation ground

Local residents are invited to share their views on proposed new play equipment and environmental improvements to the play area at Far Cotton Rec.

Published 30 June 2017.

Official opening of the new Abington Park train to take place this weekend

The return of the iconic Abington Park train is to be celebrated on Saturday 10 June, with a small ceremony and family entertainment.

Published 05 June 2017.

Show a little love for your parks and green spaces this summer

The town has many beautiful parks and open spaces that people can enjoy during weekend and holiday activities.

Published 26 May 2017.

Bands in the Park concerts to return to Abington Park in 2017

The popular Bands in the Park concerts will be returning to Abington Park for another season of live music and family fun this spring and summer.

Published 13 March 2017.

People asked for views to help shape new contract

Northampton residents are being given the opportunity to help shape the new environmental service contract as part of a review and procurement of a new contract.

Published 19 December 2016.

Popular children’s train to return to Abington Park

The once iconic Abington Park train will be making a return next year as part of Northampton Borough Council’s commitment to improve play equipment across the Borough.

Published 13 December 2016.

Borough Council hosting a free fireworks display again this November

Northampton Borough Council is once again holding a fantastic, free bonfire and fireworks display on the Racecourse on 5 November.

Published 04 October 2016.

Council improving community life across Northampton

Northampton Borough Council is to invest almost £400,000 in capital projects aimed at making improvements in local communities.

Published 19 September 2016.

Residents reminded to take extra care around rivers and lakes

Northampton Borough Council is reminding residents about the potential dangers of visiting and entering lakes, rivers and the various other bodies of water throughout the borough.

Published 05 August 2016.

Abington Park and Delapre Park remain two of the best in Britain

The two Northampton parks have retained their Green Flag Award status for another successive year, making them two of the best parks in the whole of the UK and Ireland.

Published 22 July 2016.

Northampton Borough Council joins in nationwide celebration of parks and green spaces

Love Parks Week runs from 15 July to 24 July and we’re inviting you to join us in celebrating Northampton’s parks and green spaces and the benefits they bring to the community.

Published 13 July 2016.

New play area to open at Eastfield Park

On 16 July, a new children’s play area will open at Eastfield Park with a variety of swings, slides and other play equipment for children.