Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th September 2026

Don’t miss hottest street food pop-up at popular Northants garden centre for three days this weekend

The hottest street food pop-up is back at a popular Northamptonshire garden centre this weekend, and here is what you can expect across the three days. The classic edition of Bite Street NN returned to Bell Plantation Garden Centre on Watling Street, Towcester in August for the first time this summer.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th September 2026

10 wellbeing activities on offer this September at Northampton’s iconic landmark boasting 900 years of history

Here are 10 wellbeing activities on offer for the rest of September at one of Northampton’s most iconic landmarks, which boasts more than 900 years of history. Delapré Abbey prides itself on being a place that belongs to its community and every visit, volunteer hour, wellbeing session and restored building tells a story of people coming together.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 7th September 2026

Owner of award-winning Northampton town centre cafe to sell up after more than eight years with asking price of £70,000

The owner of a community spirited and award-winning Northampton town centre cafe is selling up after more than eight successful years, with an asking price of £70,000 or offers in the region of. Matchbox Cafe, located in Wellington House, Abington Street, was founded by Bing Wan in April 2018.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 4th September 2026

Northampton photographer impressively named as captain of Team United Kingdom at the World Photographic Cup 2027

A well-renowned Northampton photographer has been named as the captain of Team United Kingdom at the World Photographic Cup 2027. Khandie Rees, who has run her business Khandie Photography since 2013, was selected for this prestigious position by the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) – which represents the UK in this worldwide competition.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 4th September 2026

Northamptonshire loses two popular pottery painting venues – but one is embarking on exciting new chapter

Northamptonshire has lost two popular pottery painting venues in the past month, but one is embarking on an exciting new chapter as it vacates its bricks and mortar store to go mobile. It is a strange coincidence that such similar businesses have left behind their shops within the space of a few weeks of one another, so let’s take a look at how it all unfolded…

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 4th September 2026

IN PICTURES: Say hello to the last of the summer babies born across Northampton in August 2026

Take a look at these 12 adorable summer babies born across Northampton in August 2026, who have already secured a feature in their local newspaper in the first month of life. September has arrived and it is time to look back on the newborns of last month who now call Northampton their home.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 3rd September 2026

Multi-award-winning Indian venue in Northampton scoops title for best restaurant in the East Midlands

A multi-award-winning Indian venue in Northampton has scooped the title for best restaurant in the East Midlands, as its number of accolades continues to grow. Lasaan, located on Whitehills Crescent, is run by Jay Miah and Enam Haque who have remained dedicated to keeping their family legacies going.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 3rd September 2026

91-year-old steps away from hosting Christmas day party and is looking for willing volunteer or group to take over

A remarkable 91-year-old has stepped away from hosting a Christmas day party for the elderly, and she is looking for a willing volunteer or group to take it over. Pat Johnson first got involved in this initiative in 1987, aimed at individuals who would otherwise be on their own on the big day, after someone else previously organised the event at Abington Avenue Church.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 3rd September 2026

Ambitious textiles school founder celebrates successful three years in Northampton and finding dedicated space

The ambitious founder of a fashion and textiles school is celebrating the business’ first three successful years in Northampton, and achieving her aim of opening her own space. Jamie-Lee Lothian set up the Northants Fashion and Textiles School in the summer of 2023, with the hope of encouraging young creatives to pursue alternative avenues.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 2nd September 2026

SNEAK PEEK: Stone-built Northampton family home goes on sale for the first time in 130 years

Take a look at this stone-built house with nearly an acre of land in Northampton, which has gone on sale for the first time in 130 years. The Hollies in Old has been in the same family since 1896, but buyers now have the chance to snap it up in an auction later this month.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 2nd September 2026

Towcester Racecourse to be taken over by two-day dog festival this weekend – don’t miss out

Do not miss this two-day dog festival, which is set to take over Towcester Racecourse this weekend with activities, entertainment and shopping for furry friends and their owners. The Big Bark is being hosted this Saturday and Sunday (September 5 and 6) and dog lovers across Towcester and the wider county are invited to come along and enjoy the occasion.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 2nd September 2026

From golf to gold: How baking changed the life of this award-winning Northampton business owner

An award-winning Northampton business owner has shared how baking changed his life and led to the launch of his growing venture. Ryan Grigg runs Pat-a-Cake Man from Pineham, which specialises in bespoke celebration cakes for every occasion including birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st September 2026

In pictures: Father honoured once again at charity football match hosted by loved ones in his memory

A father-of-three was honoured at a charity football match hosted by loved ones in his memory over the weekend, which took place for a second consecutive year. Tim Linford sadly passed away in April 2025 from an illness and the best man at his wedding, Danny Mackintosh, took the lead on starting to fundraise in his memory.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st September 2026

Viral açai bowls arrive in Northants market town at coffee shop and bakery founded by ambitious chef

Viral açai bowls have arrived at the heart of a Northamptonshire market town at a popular coffee shop and bakery founded by an ambitious chef. Danny Webster is the founder of The Old Bakery sites in Towcester and Brackley, as well as The Old Fire Station in Brackley.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 1st September 2026

Popular sandwich shop sees ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ as builders go ‘full steam ahead’ following hit and run

The team behind a popular sandwich shop are “starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel”, as its road has reopened following a hit and run and their builders are “working full steam ahead”. Spread in Adnitt Road was left with structural damage after a stolen car hit another vehicle which ploughed into the building.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 28th August 2026

IN PICTURES: The much-loved Old Savoy hosts launch for this year’s Christmas pantomime The Wizard of Oz

The historic, much-loved and characterful Old Savoy theatre hosted the launch for its 2026 Christmas pantomime The Wizard of Oz on Thursday August 27. The production, which welcomes audiences to follow the yellow brick road to fantastic family fun, will run from December 4 to December 28, 2026 and tickets start from just £16.50 per person.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 28th August 2026

This new prom and bridesmaid dress boutique has hit the ground running since opening in Northampton

This new prom and bridesmaid dress boutique has hit the ground running since opening in Northampton at the start of 2026. All Things Prom is at the heart of St Crispin Retail Village and was founded by Claire Worth in January, who is joined by just one other member of staff.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 28th August 2026

Make the most of final days of reduced ticket prices at Northants family farm – plus affordable weekday soft play

Be sure to make the most of the final days of reduced summer ticket prices at a Northamptonshire family farm, plus their affordable weekday soft play which is here to stay. Mini Meadows Farm, on the border of our county and Leicestershire in Welford, evolved from the owner’s hobby to an attraction that holds a special place in the hearts of its 80,000 annual visitors.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th August 2026

Husband and wife duo rebrand street food business to incorporate traditional live-fire cooking and smoked BBQ

A husband and wife duo have rebranded their long-standing street food business to incorporate traditional live-fire cooking and barbecue smoked meats. Alexandru and Liene Savu are the founders of Mr & Mrs Smoke, which originally launched under the name of Laura’s Kitchen back in 2016.

Northampton Chronicle & Echo • 27th August 2026

Popular cocktail lounge celebrates first year after filling gap on Northants market town high street

The founder of a popular cocktail lounge is celebrating a successful first year after filling the gap on the high street of a Northamptonshire market town. The Vault Cocktail Lounge opened on Watling Street East in Towcester in September 2025, with the aim of becoming a relaxing haven where every detail is carefully considered.