Abington Park

Abington Park is a public park in Northampton featuring two connected lakes, multiple walking paths, and extensive flower beds throughout the landscaped grounds. Tennis courts, a fitness trail with eight exercise stations, and a cafe are positioned across different areas of the park.

The park contains archaeological remains of a medieval village and a manor house dating from 1500, which was once home to Elizabeth Bernard, the granddaughter of William Shakespeare. This connection to Shakespeare's family adds a notable layer to the site's past.

The bandstand in the center hosts regular performances by local musicians throughout the year. The Abington Park Museum displays collections related to the social and military past of the Northamptonshire region.

The park is easy to navigate with well-marked paths connecting different areas and facilities. The Park Cafe operates from 9am to 5pm, making it a good spot to rest between activities or enjoy a meal during your visit.

The grounds hosted the 1612 Northamptonshire witch trials, among England's earliest cases to use ducking stool as a method of judgment. This dark chapter of local history is now marked within the park for visitors to learn about.

Location: Abington

Inception: 1994

Founders: Harriet Loyd-Lindsay

GPS coordinates: 52.24750,-0.86444

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:59