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Northamptonshire
Heritage Hub

A digital switchboard for 1,100 years of our town's story - connecting  museums, societies and community groups in one place.

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Present day - 2026

Modern 

Northampton is currently undergoing it's most significant urban shift since the 1970's. The "Big Dig" and the regeneration of the Market square represent a new chapter in our 1,100-year story."

A Town Reimagied

Heritage Partner

Northampton Town Council

Latest on town events and civic heritage 

Verified 2025

1850 - 1950

Industrial

At its peak, Northampton clothed the feet of the British Empire. Our unique factory- houses created a specific urban landscape that still defines the town's character today.

The Boot & Shoe Boom

Heritage Partner

Northampton  Museum & Art Gallery

World-class archives and shoe collections.

Verified 2025

1675

Early Modern

Often overshadowed by London's fire, Northampton's blaze was proportionately more devastating. it resulted in our wide, fire- proof streets and the distinctive baroque style of All Saints.

The Great Fire 

Heritage Partner

Northamptonshire Record Society

Transcripts and maps of pre-fire town.

Verified 2025

1645

Early Modern 

The king's cause was lost just miles from our walls. Northampton's support for the Roundheads was so fierce that Charles II later tore down our castle in revenge.  

The Battle Of Naseby

Heritage Partner

Naseby Battlefield Project

Guided tours and preservation info

Pending Verifcation

1460

Medieval

Fought in the grounds of Delapré Abbey, this was the only battle in wars of Roses where a fortified position was successfully stormed. it changed the monarchy forever.

The Battle Of Northampton

Heritage Partner

Delapré Abbey Trust

Visit the battlefield and the historic Abbey

Verified 2025

1164

Medieval

​Northampton Castle was once one of the most important royal seat in England. It was here that Thomas Becket stood trial, speaking one of history's greatest church-state dramas.

The Trial Of Becket

Heritage Partner

Friends Of Northampton Castle

Visualising the royal fortress  

Verified 2025

914 - 1066

Medieval

Founded as a Danish "burh" before becoming a Saxon stronghold, Northampton was the strategic heart of the Midlands long before the Normans arrived.   

Saxon & Viking Roots

Heritage Partner

Northants Archeological Society  

Reports on recent local excavations

Pending Verifcation

1885

Victorian

explore the town's historic streets, discover detailed stories behind its buildings, and uncover fascinating facts about life in Victorian-era Northampton.

Northampton 1885

Heritage Partner

Explorable Games 

Visualising Northampton in1885 as a virtual tour 

Verified 2025

1164

Norman

 Explore the castle freely or join a guided tour through its halls, towers, and courtyards. Discover the stories of the people who lived, worked, and fought within its walls, 

Northampton Castle

Heritage Partner

Explorable Games 

Visualising Northampton castle as a virtual tour in virtual reality,

Verified 2025

Annual Verification - for heritage groups & societies 

All featured parters confirm their active status, current website link, and point of contact each January - February. Links unverified for over 12 months move to the archive section 

About this project

The Northamptonshire Heritage Hub brings our town's scattered heritage resources tougher in one reliable, well-maintained place. No dead links - just a thriving network, kept fresh.

Contact

Cheryl Wrokman​

Founder, Northants History Network​

northantshistorynetwork@gmail.com ​

Northants History Network on Facebook

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