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Northamptonshire ( / nɔːrˈθæmptənʃɪər, - ʃər /; [4] [5] abbreviated Northants.) is a ceremonial county in the East Midlands of England. It is bordered by Leicestershire, Rutland and Lincolnshire to the north, Cambridgeshire to the east, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire to the south and Warwickshire to the west.
6 days ago · Northamptonshire, administrative and historic county in the East Midlands of England. The administrative county comprises seven districts: Daventry, East Northamptonshire, South Northamptonshire, and the boroughs of Corby, Kettering, Northampton, and Wellingborough.
Get away from it all, unwind, relax and experience the traditional qualities of rural England in Northamptonshire, in the heart of the United Kingdom. Take a gentle stroll around charming villages with thatch and stone cottages and welcoming inns.
Situated at an elevation of around 130 m (427 ft) above sea level compared to Northampton town centre at 50 to 60 m (164 to 197 ft), it is one of the highest points in the town, and so may not be a perfect representation of Northampton as a whole.
Top Things to Do in Northamptonshire, England. Places to Visit in Northamptonshire. Explore popular experiences. See what other travellers like to do, based on ratings and number of bookings. See All. Historic Sites (86) Gardens (14) Nature & Wildlife Areas (36) History Museums (15) Parks (31) Theme Parks (4) Bodies of Water (18)
Official visitor website for Northamptonshire, Britain's Best Surprise. Choose from a range of categories to start exploring our beautiful county.
Visit Northamptonshire to see Elizabethan mansions perched in romantic deer parks, sleepy canals, and earls’ residences hidden in English farmland. Northamptonshire knows how to do countryside.
There is always something to do or somewhere to go in Northamptonshire. Explore the county's historic sites, enjoy the open spaces, visit one of the many family attractions, find an activity to entertain the kids, or take part in a host of outdoor activities.
There are a number of large attractions in Northamptonshire which can be enjoyed by all the family. Enjoy motor racing at the famous Silverstone track. At Rockingham Castle, you can enjoy the atmosphere and learn about the history of roundheads and cavaliers.
Northampton is one of the greenest towns in the country, with beautiful parkland, has a wealth of history and heritage, is home to many household names, and enjoys a thriving cultural scene centred upon the Royal & Derngate theatre and the Errol Flynn filmhouse.
