3 Best Landmarks in Northampton

“Delapré Abbey offers a glimpse into its 900-year history through five different display zones located across the Stable Block and the main house. The Abbey is also renowned for its magnificent public gardens, making it a remarkable venue for local, national, and international visitors. Delapré Abbey is designed to engage guests of all ages and features hands-on interactive exhibits that welcome families. The tranquil Walled Garden and 500 acres of parkland provide endless opportunities to explore, relax, and unwind. Wheelchair-accessible lifts and ramps are available to ensure everyone can enjoy the site. Visitors can walk through the atmospheric corridors once frequented by nuns, uncover Victorian scandals in the beautifully restored Bouverie Rooms, and experience the heat of battle and the downfall of a king in the Battlefield Rooms. Delapré Abbey also offers stunning photographic options for weddings. Free entry to the grounds and café.”

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“Northampton Guildhall is a stunning Grade II star-listed building. Edward William Godwin designed the Guildhall in the Gothic Revival style and was officially opened on 17 May 1864. The sculptor R.L. Bolton was assigned to create 14 statues of monarchs and other famous people constructed on the front elevation between the windows on the first floor. Northampton Guildhall was designed in Western style by A W Jeffrey and Matthew Holding in 1892, who created a frontage of 14 bays with arcades on the ground floor and windows above the first floor. On Holding's part represents prominent county families' arms on the windows. The Guildhall is one of Northampton's best-kept secrets for its treasured antique craft, providing a unique and memorable room packed with period features and Victorian Gothic architecture. Northampton Guildhall is also a perfect venue for wedding ceremonies. They offer a virtual tour option for the Guildhall.”

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“Cottesbrooke Hall & Garden is the stunning Queen Anne house, dating from 1702, and is set in delightful, award-winning gardens in rural Northamptonshire. Visitors can gain a unique understanding of the family history and captivating content of the estate. Cottesbrooke Hall & Garden, crafted and constructed in the 18th century, is set within the beautifully landscaped Cottesbrooke Park and features an impressive collection of fine furniture. The walls and ceilings are adorned with mid-18th century papier-mâché work by John Woolston of Northampton. Although the building was begun in 1702 and completed in 1713 by Sir John Langham, it remains largely unaltered, with some extensions added later by Robert Mitchell. All house tours are conducted by expert guides who offer in-depth knowledge of the family history and the estate's features. Group garden tours are also available with the head gardener.”

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