Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th April 2026

Meet the couple renovating this former shoemaker’s cottage in Northamptonshire into charming retreat while preserving its heritage

Meet the couple renovating a well-renowned cottage in Long Buckby, which is a former shoemaker’s workshop, into a charming retreat while preserving its long-standing heritage. Partners Polly Rush and Toby Wallace, who were born and bred in Northampton, are the new faces behind Gillyflower Cottage.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th April 2026

Much-loved Northampton town centre independent shortlisted as ‘high street hero’ national award finalist

A much-loved Northampton town centre independent has been shortlisted in the ‘high street hero’ category at a national awards ceremony. Vintage Guru, in St Giles’ Street, is full to the brim with vintage and new gifts, homeware, clothes, accessories, vinyl records, and houses tens of independent businesses.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 30th April 2026

We Mean Business: ‘I’ve been running for just short of two years and I’ve made the conscious decision not to up my prices’

The owner of a wellness business, which has been running for less than two years, has kept prices the same as her offering is considered an “additional luxury” in today’s economy. 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 • 29th April 2026

Meet the three generations behind new dancewear shop now serving the whole of Northamptonshire

Meet the three generations behind the new dancewear shop now serving the whole of the county from a well-renowned dance studio in Northampton. Melissa Percival, her mother Janice Fitch and daughter Scarlett have opened SLS Dancewear from inside Oncore Dance Academy in Kingsthorpe Road.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 29th April 2026

This new female community running group helps beginners reach 30 minutes over nine-week programme

This newly-introduced female community running group helps beginners reach 30 minutes by the end of a nine-week programme. Jodie Shaw is the founder of ‘There She Goes’ and not only does the group have a positive impact on physical health, but it fosters friendships, builds confidence and helps women develop a love for running.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 29th April 2026

Passionate cake business founder brings back event for SEND community for third year running

A passionate cake business founder has brought back her event for the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) community for the third year running. Ama Ofosu launched Joyous Cupcakes in August 2020 after she had been considering starting her own business for some time while she worked in social care.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 28th April 2026

Mixed response from stalwart Northampton town centre businesses as WNC parking increases come into effect

There has been a split reaction from two stalwart Northampton town centre businesses, as car parking price increases by West Northamptonshire Council came into effect earlier this month. The local authority voted through changes to its parking fees on February 26 in its 2026/27 budget, despite a petition to stop the proposals gaining more than 1,400 signatures.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 28th April 2026

PICTURES: Tearoom transformed into trendy business specialising in coffee, matcha and acai NOW OPEN

Take a look at how a former tearoom has been transformed into a trendy new business specialising in coffee, matcha and acai, which is now open in Northampton. The Village Tearoom on Main Road, Duston, which was known as Number 50 Tearoom until May 2025, closed its doors for the final time at the end of March.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 28th April 2026

IN PICTURES: Joyous celebration of charity’s first 10 years of changing lives across Northampton and beyond

Take a look at these pictures from a joyous celebration of a well-renowned charity that has spent the last 10 years changing lives across Northampton and beyond. Hosted by long-standing corporate supporter Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa, The Lewis Foundation marked the special milestone last Friday evening (April 24).

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th April 2026

Seven-year-old budding reviewer to host second street food event following last year’s roaring success

A seven-year-old budding reviewer is set to host her second street food event at a hidden gem outdoor venue, following last year’s roaring success. Woo, who has accumulated more than 800 followers on her Instagram page @woo_reviews, was approached by the team at T’s to host her own event last May.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th April 2026

We Mean Business: ‘We’ve had to put our prices up to keep our staff,’ says long-standing barber shop

The owner of a long-standing Northampton barber shop says she has had to put their prices up to keep the staff members providing the high quality service they are known for. 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 • 27th April 2026

This start-up youth organisation hopes to make a difference by bringing people in their twenties together

This start-up youth organisation hopes to make a difference by bringing people in their twenties together in Northampton. The aim of Club 20s is to “bring back the OG meaning of a club” and the first branch is hoped to be the start of something special across the country.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th April 2026

29-year-old from Northampton crowned Ms Galaxy UK as she vouches for impact pageantry has had on her life

A 29-year-old from Northampton was recently crowned Ms Galaxy UK 2026/27 and she has vouched for the positive impact that pageantry has had on her life over the past 13 years. Saffron Corcoran got into pageantry at the age of 16 when she left school in August 2012, having been inspired by a television programme.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th April 2026

Meet the passionate 26-year-old behind studio for creators, founders and small businesses in Northampton

Meet the passionate 26-year-old behind a new creative studio for creators, founders and small businesses to use to their advantage in Northampton. Amina Hamad is the founder of Omni Studio, located within BizSpace in Kingsfield Way, and the space is currently in its pilot phase until the official launch on May 31.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 24th April 2026

One of final two remaining businesses at former Workbridge site urges support from Northampton community

One of the final two remaining businesses at the former Workbridge site has urged support from the Northampton community, as many do not know they are still open. Sarah Adams runs Natural Canine Co. in Bedford Road, a natural dog treats, supplements and grooming business next to Daily Bread.

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.