Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th September 2026

Friends of Billing Road Cemetery invite the Northampton community to discover the history of 13-acre site

The Friends of Billing Road Cemetery group invite the Northampton community to discover the history of the 13-acre site, which welcomed many during the recent heritage weekend. Pauline Whittall has been the treasurer and membership secretary for Friends of Billing Road Cemetery since the group was launched in February 2024, and she spoke to the Chronicle & Echo about the important work they do.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th September 2026

IN PICTURES: Admirable Northampton nine-year-old sells handmade bracelets and headbands in aid of vital cancer charity

An admirable nine-year-old from Northampton has hit the ground running in selling handmade bracelets and headbands in aid of a vital cancer charity. Dolly Diggin raised £70 this month for Macmillan Cancer Support after customers purchased her creations at the Spencer Arms in Chapel Brampton.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th September 2026

Here is what the award-winning Colready Highlands Farm has planned for its highland cows for the rest of 2026

Here is what the award-winning Colready Highlands Farm has planned for its highland cows for the rest of 2026, and you do not want to miss out on the festivities in store. The farm has proudly been in the Deeley family for more than 100 years and it was during the pandemic when Joanna and son Thomas Dyer took over.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd September 2026

This new founder provides flexible administrative and operational support to businesses and the self-employed

This new founder is proud to provide flexible administrative and operational support to businesses of all sizes and self-employed individuals across Northamptonshire. Olivia Brown founded BLUEBELL Business Operations & Support after recognising the increasing demands of running and growing a business – particularly for those who would benefit from support but may not be in a position to employ a permanent member of staff.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd September 2026

Fewer than 10 tickets left for fifth year of women’s health and empowerment event in Northamptonshire

There are fewer than 10 tickets left for the fifth year of a women’s health and empowerment event being held in Northamptonshire next month. Holistic women’s coach Nikki Antonaccio empowers women all over the world to become their most confident selves while thriving in their lives and businesses.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd September 2026

Meet this decluttering and organising business founder from Northampton who leads without judgement to tackle everyday overwhelm

Meet this decluttering and organising business founder who leads without judgement to tackle everyday overwhelm across Northamptonshire. Dee Atalay founded DeeCluttered in July, which aims to help people create calmer and more functional spaces through decluttering, resets and organising – as well as moving and downsizing support and a resale service for unwanted belongings.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 22nd September 2026

The Flavour Trailer to host second edition of hugely successful event for the car lovers of Northampton

The Flavour Trailer is set to host the second edition of a hugely successful event for the car lovers of Northampton, taking place this weekend. The award-winning business was set up in April 2018 by husband and wife duo Mario Shephard and Charley Cummings, and has since become well-established across the county – which included opening a restaurant in Brixworth in March 2024.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 22nd September 2026

Meet the Northamptonshire confidence-focused photographer celebrating five years of creating a safe space for women

Meet this confidence-focused photographer who is celebrating five years of creating a safe space for women across Northamptonshire and beyond. Abbie Firth is the founder and owner of AF Boudoir, which she launched in August 2021 with the aim of supporting women in reconnecting with their confidence and seeing themselves in a completely different light from her studio in Weedon Depot.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 22nd September 2026

Pilates business with offering not available anywhere else in Northampton celebrates successful first year

A pilates business with an offering that is not available anywhere else in Northampton is celebrating a successful first year open in the town. Jess Moriarty, the founder of a dance school and fitness coaching company, added another string to her bow when she opened Studio Seventeen Pilates last October.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 21st September 2026

Here is everything you need to know ahead of Towcester Racecourse’s Oktoberfest event next month

Here is everything you need to know ahead of Towcester Racecourse’s Oktoberfest event next month, which promises to be a great night with an oompah band and Bavarian party games. Taking place from 7pm until midnight on October 10, tickets are priced at £30 per person or purchase 10 tickets for £250 with a £50 saving.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 21st September 2026

Passionate Northampton fundraiser branches out to host crafters carousel workshop – think speed dating but with crafts

A passionate fundraiser in Northampton has branched out to host a new style of event called a crafters carousel workshop, which she has described as speed dating but with crafts. Natalie Wood is known for organising charity events in memory of her late brother Sam Grove.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 21st September 2026

Unique clothing brand to pop up at artists market taking place later this week in Northampton

A unique clothing brand will be popping up at an artists market taking place later this week at a pub and hotel in Northampton. The Garibaldi Hotel on Bailiff Street is hosting its event this Friday (September 25) from 4pm until 8pm, when a variety of artists and clothing brands will gather for what promises to be a good evening.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 18th September 2026

Great news! Fans of The Smoke Pit can now get their fix at all Northampton Saints home rugby matches

Fans of The Smoke Pit can now get their burger fix at all Northampton Saints home rugby matches, following the opening of the redeveloped Fan Village at Franklin’s Gardens. James Ingram founded The Smoke Pit and Hops and Chops alongside his late brother Matt, and they also launched chicken restaurant Mission Chicken in the former Buddies USA site in Dychurch Lane.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 18th September 2026

County’s best small business shares exciting plans for the rest of 2026 with fewer than 100 days to go until Christmas

The founder of Northamptonshire’s best small business, as voted for by the community, has shared her exciting plans for the rest of 2026 with fewer than 100 days to go until Christmas. Silver jewellery maker Steph Davies founded the multi-award-winning Scruffy Dog Silver in 2011, and was named best jeweller in the county for two consecutive years at the Northants Life Awards in 2023 and 2024.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 18th September 2026

Don’t miss annual T’s Dog Fest which is ‘highlight of the year’ for Northampton hidden gem events venue

Do not miss your chance to attend the annual T’s Dog Fest, which the Northampton-based hidden gem events venue described as “without a doubt one of the highlights of the year”. T’s Coffee is known for its monthly mini markets and craft fairs, woodland walks and ‘Dog Fest’ events in aid of Animals In Need Northamptonshire – with the next one planned for next Sunday (September 27).

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 17th September 2026

Impressive four restaurant and takeaway finalists from Northampton at ‘curry industry Oscars’

Four restaurants and takeaways from Northampton have impressively been named as finalists at what is described as the “Oscars of the curry industry”. The finalists have been unveiled for the Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA) 2026, one of the UK’s most prestigious celebrations of Asian hospitality, ahead of the ceremony on October 12.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 17th September 2026

REVEALED: Here is what’s taking over and transforming second half of former Wilkos unit in Weston Favell Shopping Centre

Here is what is taking over and transforming the second half of the former Wilkos unit in the upper mall of Weston Favell Shopping Centre, which has been empty since the closure in October 2023. Silhouette Youth Theatre has revealed to the Chronicle & Echo that they are moving in with the aim of building a 250-seater theatre and community space within the next two years.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 17th September 2026

Looking to slow down and reconnect with yourself? Check out these all new guided wellbeing sessions in Northampton

Are you looking to slow down and reconnect with yourself? Be sure to check out these all new guided wellbeing sessions that arrived at Delapré Abbey this month. Phiona Ormesher is the founder of Holistic Heritage, which she launched in Northampton in 2022.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 16th September 2026

The end of the year is coming… Delapré Abbey’s ‘magical’ Winter Light Trail tickets now on sale

The end of the year is fast approaching, with tickets for the “magical” Winter Light Trail at Delapré Abbey in Northampton now on sale. You can experience the magic of the festive season at one of the town’s most iconic landmarks from Friday, November 27 to Sunday, January 3.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 16th September 2026

Signs reveal popular market town coffee shop and bakery is expanding into vacated premises next door

Newly placed signs have revealed that a popular market town coffee shop and bakery is expanding into a recently vacated premises next door. Danny Webster is the founder of The Old Bakery sites in Towcester and Brackley, as well as The Old Fire Station in Brackley.