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A new pot of funding is now open for applications - all part of a programme helping people and communities in north Northamptonshire to grow, cook and eat healthily. Grow, Cook, Eat - funded by Public Health Northamptonshire and managed by the team from Groundwork Northamptonshire – is a two-year programme focused on improving people’s physical and mental health and supporting people and community groups to grow their own food, as well as cook and eat more healthily. A key part of the programme is the launch of this new pot of ‘Seed Funding’, with community driven projects with a..

A special screening of hit 70s musical Grease is being screened at Corby’s Savoy Cinema this month. Film fans will be treated to the 4k ultra-HD newly restored version which offers amazing image and sound quality like you’ve never heard before. The screening has been organised by Northamptonshire charity Teamwork Trust to celebrate its 40th birthday and to support its anniversary £40,000 fundraising campaign. Teamwork Trust fundraising executive Judy Caine said: “This 4k version was produced to celebrate the film’s 40th anniversary, so it is particularly fitting that we are screening it as part of our own 40th birthday celebrations...

A host of experts are on route to Chester House Estate this month, helping visitors step back in time with a two-day programme of talks and demonstrations. Tickets are going quickly for Roman Festival, organised in partnership with the University of Leicester’s Heritage Hub and set to take place on Saturday, 24th and Sunday, 25th June. With a second batch of tickets now on sale, families are urged to book their FREE tickets promptly to avoid missing out. Added to the line-up and confirmed this week is a host of talks from experts on many aspects of life in the..

The Cransley Hospice Trust 25th Anniversary art installation “Robins appear when loved ones are near” was unveiled on Friday evening.  HM Lord-Lieutenant James Saunders Watson attended the special reception for supporters to open the installation in memory of loved ones and to raise money for the Northamptonshire charity. The 500 Robins are majestically perched on stakes in the ground in the shape of a heart, reflective of the Cransley Hospice Trust logo.  The 250 white Robins encircled by 250 black.  The shadows and movement of the each of the Robins as they gently oscillate in the wind gives the exhibition..

The Windrush flag will be raised outside the Guildhall at 11.55am Thursday, 22nd June, to mark the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the Empire Windrush ship, which docked at Essex in 1948 with 492 passengers, hailing the beginning of a generation of migrants from Caribbean countries who came to Britain to help fill post-War labour shortages. To mark this anniversary, the Northampton Windrush@75 Working Group, which includes Northampton Windrush Generation and Descendants UK and Friends, the Northamptonshire Black History Association, Northampton Town Council and West Northamptonshire Council are hosting a series of events across Northampton. Members of the public..

Ingredients Makes one loaf of internal measures: 23x10.5x5.5cm and external measures: 30.5x14x6cm  170g whole eggs  200g caster sugar  Zest of 2 unwaxed lemons 110g crème fraiche  60g light olive oil or 80g unsalted melted and cooled butter 180g 00 flour Pinch of sea salt  3g baking powder    Method Place the lemon zest and sugar in a bowl and combine to release the lovely scent. Add your eggs and whisk to a pale consistency, but not too airy. Whisk in the crème fraiche and then add your dry ingredients sieved. Fold these gently and finally the oil or butter. The..

This month Rosie Kinsella explores the often neglected yet crucial aspect of interior design: the hallway. Rather than focusing solely on individual rooms, consider the entire house as a cohesive unit. Hallways, often regarded as transitional spaces, have the potential to make a lasting impression and serve as stunning entrances. From flooring choices that connect different areas to clever storage solutions, this article explores some practical tips for maximising your hallway's functionality and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, it highlights the significance of lighting, mirrors, and incorporating elements from adjacent rooms to create a harmonious flow. By treating the hallway as a..

This month I’m taking the rare opportunity to visit one of Northamptonshire’s loveliest estates. It’s a rare treat as it opens to the public for a few days a week over summer months only, but it’s so worth a visit, writes Laura Malpas. You can expect glorious gardens and parkland, and a grand house that manages to feel inviting and cosy despite its grandeur. In the words of my guide, ‘this house feels like a hug’. The ancient village of Cottesbrooke is set in the heart of rural Northamptonshire. It’s quite central to the county, halfway between Northampton and Market..

Northamptonshire is back! As the contenders for the County's Food Awards are revealed, the judges are wowed at the calibre of Northamptonshire's artisan producers. The Fifteenth Weetabix Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards, launched on the first day of spring at Silverstone Circuit, have now begun the shortlisting process. 21 of the County's best artisan food and drink products have been announced as finalists, they will now compete for Gold, Silver, and Bronze in their respective categories. J Sweeney Accountants have joined sponsors Heygates and Daily Bread to support the three Artisan producer categories: Artisan Local Drink, Artisan Local Product and..

Following the success of its inaugural event in 2022, the Picnic on the Lawn is back for 2023! It is one of the most anticipated summer events in Northampton. Served up by the University of Northampton, this brass and voice spectacular will take place on the Engine Shed Lawn in the grounds of the University and will be led by the Midland’s champion brass band, The GUS Band. The band, ranked in the Top 20 worldwide, are excited to be celebrating their 90th anniversary this year and this will be one of the highlights in their celebratory calendar. Not only..

Doors have opened at a treasure trove for people looking for anything from material remnants to products that will offer a stylish touch to a home. The shop is the latest initiative for Sue Cardy who saw an opportunity to make better use of the space at her showroom and workshop based at Sywell Aerodrome.  Sue will be offering a good selection of fabric end of rolls and remnants which range from luscious printed velvets to crisp cottons and textured silks or linens, plains through to traditional and contemporary patterns, something for everyone who enjoys crafting and sewing.  There is..

You might like the idea of switching that desk job to run an animal sanctuary; all the cuddles and cuteness, and that slower pace, right? You couldn't be more wrong. It's long hours, hard work and as draining mentally as it is physically. But, as Annie Marriott lets us behind the scenes, she tells Pulse's Sammy Jones that she wouldn't have it any other way. There is no real need for an alarm clock at the side of the bed; Annie Marriott and her husband Roy have an alternative 'clock' with a combined leg count of 32! Their eight dogs..

Grade I listed Lamport Hall near Brixworth is among historic houses and venues across Northamptonshire preparing to welcome visitors for free as part of the annual Heritage Open Days scheme. The hall, set in ten acres of grounds and which has been home to the Isham family for more than four centuries, is to open its doors on September 9 with an array of free activities. Meet the talented conservators who have cared for and restored elements of Lamport’s collection over recent years. The day will include a demonstration and workshop by Lincoln Conservation, a talk and demo by Landi..

More than £1,400 has been raised by Northamptonshire charity Teamwork Trust – with supporters donning their dancing shoes and moving to the beat at a fundraising line dance held earlier this month. Families and friends from across the county danced the night away at Grampian Club in Corby, all part of the charity’s birthday celebrations. Teamwork Trust fundraising executive Judy Caine said: “Thank you to everyone who came along and who supported this toe tapping event. This year is our 40th birthday and to mark this anniversary we are working as a team to raise a massive £40,000, all of..

The Northampton Sausage and Cider Festival returns next month with a dazzling array of culinary talent cooking up a feast. Five of the regions leading food traders will be manning the tongs in a line-up curated by the town’s hottest street food pop up Bite Street NN. Local favourites The Smoke Pit (TSP) and The Wood Oven will be rolling up in their food trucks with TSP serving bratwurst and smash pork patties. The Wood Oven will be slinging the dough with pizza from their wood fired oven featuring toppings of pepperoni and ‘nduja – a spicy Italian sausage. Completing..