Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 4th March 2026

IN PICTURES: Hidden gem events venue welcomes more than 30 stallholders to first market of 2026

A hidden gem events venue welcomed more than 30 stallholders to its first market of 2026 in Northampton, and the attendees were pleased to see a glimpse of spring. T’s, located at Pitsford Quarry on Harborough Road, is known for its coffee hut, markets, charity events and family-friendly woodland walk.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 4th March 2026

Meet the sisters running village high street hidden gem known for its farmshop offering and event catering

Meet the sisters running a hidden gem business on a Northamptonshire village high street, which is known for its farmshop offering and event catering. Philippa’s is located at 32a High Street in Bugbrooke, which opened in April 2022 after the business was originally established by Pippa Reeve two years prior.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 4th March 2026

Kingsley councillor hopeful that vibrant business group could be exactly what the area needs to thrive

A Kingsley councillor is hopeful that a vibrant business group could be exactly what the area needs in order to thrive. Councillor Farzana Aldridge, who represents the Liberal Democrats in the Kingsley and Semilong ward, has set up a meeting for Thursday evening (March 5) at Kingsley Working Men’s Club.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 3rd March 2026

Meet the founder of ‘The Little Cake Box Shed’ now open from Fridays to Sundays every week in Northampton

Meet the founder of The Little Cake Box Shed, which is now open from Fridays to Sundays every week in Northampton. This venture was launched by Faye Hynes on February 27 and customers can enjoy freshly baked treats from the cake shed outside 67 Firsview Drive in Duston.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 3rd March 2026

IN PICTURES: It’s all smiles as this Northampton primary school celebrates 20th anniversary

It was all smiles at the celebration of this Northampton primary school’s 20th anniversary at the end of last week. Weston Favell Primary School has now been located at Westwood Way for an impressive two decades, and the students and teachers marked the milestone last Friday (February 27).

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 3rd March 2026

‘Practical and stigma-free support point’ available for veterans and blue light workers in Northampton

This “practical and stigma-free support point” is available in Northampton for serving and retired veterans and blue light workers. The Duston Coffee Call takes place from 10am until midday on the third Monday of each month. Attendees are warmly invited to Duston Community Centre on Pendle Road for friendly conversation, to share experiences and be part of a supportive community.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 2nd March 2026

We Mean Business: Cafe owner grateful for ‘non-stop’ start to 2026 despite ‘tough’ time for independents

A cafe owner has expressed her gratitude for a “non-stop” start to 2026 despite a “tough” time for independents at the moment. Launched at the start of the month, the Chronicle & Echo’s new campaign hopes to help curb future business closures after a bleak start to 2026 across the town.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 2nd March 2026

Founder of tailored catering experience with elevated touch rewarded with ‘so many repeat customers’

The founder of a tailored catering experience with an elevated touch has had her hard work rewarded with “so many repeat customers” in Northampton. Liv Harding launched Graze With Liv in September last year, having been given the flexibility and time to set up her own venture alongside a new role in a family business.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 2nd March 2026

Meet the caricature artist, cartoonist and illustrator whose enquiries have quadrupled due to viral AI designs

Meet the caricature artist, cartoonist and illustrator whose enquiries have quadrupled as a result of AI-generated designs going viral as part of a social media trend. Vicky Hunt runs Vix Caricatures and launched her career in this line of work in 2012, after it had been a hobby for years and she did not expect it to go any further than that.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th February 2026

Husband and wife duo launch mini-mart specialising in all things Caribbean food, drink and culture in Northampton

A husband and wife duo have opened a mini-mart specialising in all things Caribbean food, drink and culture in Northampton following demand from the community. Mangrove Caribbean Mini-Mart, which opened at the end of January in Collingwood Road, Abington, is owned and run by UK-born first generation offspring of the Windrush era.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th February 2026

Northampton’s leading sweet business launches unique twist on viral concept called ‘The Sugar Shed’

Northampton’s leading sweet business is launching a unique take on a concept currently going viral on social media, which she has called ‘The Sugar Shed’. Dani Martin founded Simply Sweetie, a premium confectionery company with more than 100 varieties to choose from, back in February 2021.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th February 2026

Celebrate International Women’s Day at Delapré Abbey with unique feminine rage event – here’s what you need to know

This is your opportunity to celebrate International Women’s Day at Delapré Abbey with a unique feminine rage event, hosted by two businesses in collaboration. Fem Rage Co. was launched last year by Sophie Krywald from award-winning dance fitness community The Sweat and Glow Club and Natalie Wells of Natalie Wells Art.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 26th February 2026

We Mean Business: ‘We are feeling the pressure,’ says founder of innovative Northampton independent

The founder of an innovative Northampton independent admits she and her husband are “feeling the pressure” as a result of the trials and tribulations business owners face in 2026. Launched at the start of the month, the Chronicle & Echo’s new campaign hopes to help curb future business closures after a bleak start to 2026 across the town.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 26th February 2026

Former barber took the leap to follow dream and open new beauty treatment space in Northampton

A former barber has taken the leap to follow her dream and open a new beauty treatment space in Northampton. 25-year-old Lauren Moore worked at Dapper Chaps on Derngate for seven years before setting up Lemaura Beauty at the start of the year, located inside Pin Up Hair & Co. on Birchfield Road East.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 26th February 2026

Iconic landmark launches street art exhibition alongside new play exploring online culture and toxic masculinity

An Iconic Northampton landmark has launched a street art exhibition alongside a new play, which explores online culture and toxic masculinity in today’s digital age. As part of the educational activities accompanying the Royal & Derngate’s Made in Northampton production Top Gs Like Me, around 300 young people took part in street art workshops led by SUEDE and Dpendz.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 25th February 2026

Petition reaches 1,000 signatures as BID backs last minute attempt to scrap hikes to Northampton town centre parking

A petition has reached an impressive 1,000 signatures as BID backs the last minute attempt to scrap hikes to Northampton town centre parking prices. Plans to get rid of two hours free at town centre car parks owned by West Northamptonshire Council were kept in the final budget proposals, despite a late u-turn on new charges in market towns Daventry, Towcester and Brackley.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 25th February 2026

Weekly Chatty Cafe now on offer at much-loved Northampton venue in the hope of helping mental health

A weekly Chatty Cafe session is now on offer at a much-loved Northampton venue, which is hoped to help improve mental health among the community. The Chatty Cafe Scheme launched in Genevieve’s Cafe in Pineham around a month ago, and the team hopes to spread the word about the session from 1.30pm until 3pm every Wednesday.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 25th February 2026

Meet the former food brand owner ‘over the moon’ to maintain connection with Northampton hospitality

Meet the former food brand founder and owner, who is “over the moon” to have maintained her connection with Northampton’s hospitality sector through her new venture. Gita Raikundalia launched Nakasero in 2019, just months before the pandemic arrived, and it did not take long for the business to be well-established in producing authentic flavours and condiments.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th February 2026

Family-run camping and glamping destination announces ‘bigger and better’ wellness offering – including sauna and wild swimming

A family-run camping and glamping destination has announced a “bigger and better” wellness offering for 2026, including sauna, wild swimming and countryside trail runs. The award-winning Brook Meadow, on the border of Northamptonshire and Leicestershire, offers lodge stays, glamping, camping and caravanning – as well as their cowshed cinema and children’s outdoor activities.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th February 2026

Meet the mothers who followed dream to launch cafe and didn’t return to work following maternity leave

Meet the mothers who followed their dream to launch a cafe in Northampton, and did not return to work following their maternity leave when their now-premises became available. Anna Bajda and Anita Kaminsa are the founders and owners of Amica Cafe, which they run as a team of two on Latchet Lane.