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Northampton­shire

Explore a little further and discover what the rest of Northamptonshire has to offer. 

Northamptonshire is known for its rich history in the shoe and leather industry, historic sites, and is home to the famous Silverstone Circuit which hosts the British Grand Prix. The county has a rural charm, combined with modern developments, making it a diverse region.

Outside of Northampton town, you can find shopping centres such as Rushden Lakes or Centre: MK, which are both a 25-minute drive from campus. There are various places to visit in the county such as historical estates like Althorp House Estate, country parks like Sywell Country Park and much more.

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Five students sitting on the grass at Delapré Abbey, some are holding disposable coffee cups and another has a water bottle. There are trees behind them and in the distance the Abbey building. It is a sunny day, as some students are wearing sunglasses and hats.
A high up view of Becket's Park , showing the trees and the full park. The bridge from the University of Northampton can be seen entering the park. Some canal boats are in the corner with a glimpse of the river.
Night time view of Rushden Lakes. Lights on the shops of M&S, Next and Costa are lit up. There are streetlamps on and the sky is covered in dark blue cloud.
Aerial view of Northampton Marina and Becket’s Park. The landscape features a winding river, a wooden bridge, and a marina with boats. In the background, there are green trees and grassy areas, as well as Northampton town buildings.
Gothic-style building with arched windows and a clock tower under a cloudy sky.
Entrance to St John's Hall of Residence, a brick building of several storeys with large windows. In the foreground, there is a large place sign that reads ‘Northampton Cultural Quarter’.
A person rides a bicycle and another jogs on a path alongside a river with trees and a blue footbridge in the background.
Aerial view of Becket’s Park’s grass areas, trees and footpaths. In the background, there are many boats moored in Northampton Marina, and the curved white Creative Hub building on Waterside campus.