Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd April 2026

New jewellers soon opening on street considered ‘best for business’ in Northampton town centre

A new jewellers is opening soon in Northampton town centre, on a street which the owner considers “the best place for business”. Ecevit Maral is launching Istanbul Diamond & Fine Jewellery at 55 St Giles’ Street on May 12, with the support of partners from Turkey.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd April 2026

Passionate sister to host third fundraiser in aid of mental health cause in memory of late brother

A passionate sister is hosting her third fundraiser this summer in aid of a worthy mental health cause in memory of her late brother. Last July, Natalie Wood hosted her first event for Northamptonshire Mind as she was determined to start important and much-needed conversations across the town.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 23rd April 2026

We Mean Business: Owner of booming pottery painting venture prepares to step back and retire at 75

The owner of a booming pottery painting venture in Northampton is preparing to take a step back and retire when he reaches 75 years old. Launched in February, 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 • 22nd April 2026

Esteemed wedding venue celebrates 20 years after husband and wife duo gave up careers to follow dream

An esteemed wedding venue in Northamptonshire is celebrating 20 years since the founding husband and wife duo gave up their careers to follow this dream. Dodmoor House, located on Weedon Lane, opened its doors in May 2006 and the team has since hosted almost 2,400 weddings – as well as having won numerous regional and national awards for customer service.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 22nd April 2026

Northamptonshire golf club kindly offering free clubhouse hire for couples following wedding cancellations

A Northamptonshire golf club is kindly offering free clubhouse hire to couples who have experienced wedding cancellations. Daventry & District Golf Club, located on Norton Road, was founded in 1907 and is keen to welcome new visitors and members from the local community.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 22nd April 2026

Ladies charity skittles league bounces back in Northamptonshire following lower post-pandemic uptake

Northamptonshire’s ladies charity skittles league is bouncing back following a lower uptake post-pandemic, which is being driven by a passionate player. Member Jayne Fuller shared that at the beginning of 2025, there were only six teams that played on a Tuesday evening compared to the healthier 12 to 16 before Covid struck.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 21st April 2026

Unique hotel showcasing quality food, art and wellness proud to have seen ‘exciting period of growth’

A unique private residence hotel, centred on showcasing quality food, art and wellness, is proud to have seen an “exciting period of growth” since its launch a year ago. Upper Farm Private Residence Hotel, located in High Street North in Tiffield, opened in February 2025.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 21st April 2026

Father took on challenge ‘for every much-loved baby sadly not here today’ following loss of ‘beautiful baby girl’

A father took on a challenge “for every much-loved baby sadly not here today” following the loss of his “beautiful baby girl” in August 2023. Con Haynes fundraised for Sands after his daughter Rosie-Ann was prematurely delivered at 23 weeks and was born sleeping.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 21st April 2026

Meet the business owner encouraging fellow mums to follow their dreams and not lose their identity to parenting

Meet the Northampton business owner encouraging fellow mothers to follow their dreams, who also stressed the importance of not losing your identity to parenthood. Claudia Sardi is a successful beautician and the founder of Brow & Lash Envy, where she offers a variety of treatments and a training academy which has taught more than 60 students.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 20th April 2026

We Mean Business: ‘Right now I think any of us would tell you it’s a constant uphill struggle’

A women’s clothing shop, which was last year named Northamptonshire’s “best retailer”, has shared the “constant uphill struggle” that all independent businesses face at the moment. Launched in February, 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 • 20th April 2026

18-year-old with type 1 diabetes decided to ‘take back control’ and run London Marathon 2026

An 18-year-old with type 1 diabetes decided to “take back control” and train to run the London Marathon, which is now just days away on April 26. At the age of five, Keziah Thorman and her identical twin sister Oriana were diagnosed and having seen her mother Robyn run the London Marathon a number of times for Breakthrough T1D UK, she decided now was the time to do it herself.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 20th April 2026

Super early bird tickets now on sale for Delapré Food Festival as it prepares to return with ‘most ambitious line-up’

Super early bird tickets are now on sale for Delapré Food Festival as it prepares to return this June for its third year in Northampton. The festival, which has been described as the town’s “biggest foodie celebration”, is returning to the stunning grounds of Delapré Abbey this summer – and you’re invited.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 16th April 2026

Let’s keep this Grade I listed country house going for generations to enjoy in Northamptonshire

Kelmarsh Hall is a Grade I listed country house built in 1732, surrounded by Grade II listed gardens and set at the heart of a traditional agricultural estate. All of this is now in the care of an independent charitable trust, The Kelmarsh Trust, which is in charge of maintaining the space for the benefit of the nation.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 16th April 2026

We Mean Business: ‘I’m a determined person and believe what I’ve got is good – so I’ve gone all out’

The determined owner of a business that houses nearly 50 crafters has shared the effort made to ensure her venture stands out from the crowd in Northampton. Launched in February, 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 • 16th April 2026

Take a look at these three ‘one to watch’ businesses set to take Northampton by storm this spring

Take a look at these three “one to watch” businesses, which I believe are set to take the town by storm this spring and you don’t want to miss it. It has been a rocky start to 2026 for Northampton’s community of independents, with a peak in reported closures, while others have been rewarded for their hard work throughout the first three-and-a-half months of the year.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 15th April 2026

Mother-of-two takes over award-winning baby sensory business in Northampton in hope of making it her own

A mother-of-two has taken over an award-winning baby sensory business in Northampton, in the hope of making it her own by putting her stamp on the offering. Danielle Inman took ownership of Baby Sensory Northampton at Green Lodge Barn on Nobottle Road from the end of March, following Sarah Walker who had run the business for eight years.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 15th April 2026

Meet the founder of new community choir hoping to provide alternative offering at the heart of Northampton

Meet the founder of a new community choir, hoping to provide an alternative offering at the heart of Northampton. Matthew Winkworth is launching Wyrd Voices on April 21 at The Black Diamond, with doors set to open at 6.45pm and attendees get their first session free.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 15th April 2026

64-year-old from Northampton joined Parliament lobby to demand better healthcare for cerebral palsy

A 64-year-old from Northampton joined a lobby at Parliament to demand better healthcare for the 130,000 adults living with cerebral palsy across the UK. Paul Dexter has cerebral palsy and in March he joined a lobby attended by people from all over the country, organised by adult cerebral palsy movement UP and charity Action Cerebral Palsy.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 15th April 2026

Popular eatery closes at Northants shopping village as new takeover venture is ‘welcomed so positively’

A new eatery and tea shop has opened at a "quintessential gem" in Northamptonshire following the closure of a popular restaurant. The 1867 was launched and rebranded by Paul Campbell in autumn 2022 at Heart of the Shires Shopping Village, after the business was purchased from Darlingtons Tea Rooms in July of that year.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 14th April 2026

Whopping £2.9 million invested in Northampton hotel refurb – including upgrade to all 144 rooms and new wellness suite

A whopping £2.9 million has been invested into the refurbishment of a Northampton hotel, which included an upgrade to all 144 guest rooms and a brand new wellness suite. Hilton Northampton, located on Watering Lane, Collingtree, has entered a new era of comfort, wellness and community-focused hospitality.