About Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire is in the very heart of England and offers something for everybody who visits or lives here. Northamptonshire is a place for everyone.

Northamptonshire TownsWith excellent road and rail links it's easy to find your way to the county often described as the Rose of the Shires. Here you can choose to step into the traditional rural lifestyle typified by Northamptonshire's numerous pretty villages with their thatched cottages, country lanes and parish churches. Or at the other end of the spectrum, Northamptonshire offers many modern attractions and facilities, and holds the accolade of hosting one of the most thrilling Formula One Grand Prix at Silverstone.

Northamptonshire is home to some of the most beautiful countryside in England. There are miles of walks, beautiful country parks, and substantial areas of ancient woodland just waiting to be explored. Miles of cycle path follow the landscape of the Brampton Valley Way. Rockingham Castle perches on its hilltop with views stretching to Rutland Water. Stately homes and ancestral seats, including that of the Spencer family at Althorp, are all part of the local heritage. The network of canals and waterways that interweave the county through the Nene Valley are perfect for exploring.

In and around the main market towns there are excellent leisure facilities with great shops, restaurants, museums, galleries, theatres and cinemas, health clubs and spas, and a thriving nightlife for anyone with the energy.

Local sporting highlights include international venues at Silverstone and Santa Pod, the revered Saints rugby team at Franklins Gardens, football league teams and first class county cricket. Enjoy spectacular golf courses, equestrian and country pursuits, and excellent watersports centres.

Northamptonshire is home to many household names - Weetabix, Nationwide, Barlaycard, Avon, Whitworths, Carlsberg, Churches Shoes ... to name but a few ...

Northamptonshire is a place for everyone.