Northampton, Administrative borough in Northamptonshire, England.
Northampton lies on the River Nene, situated 60 miles northwest of London within a region characterized by Jurassic rock formations.
The settlement received its town charter from Richard I in 1189, establishing local governance structures and appointing the first mayor by King John in 1215.
The Royal & Derngate theatre complex and Northampton Museum present regular exhibitions, performances, and collections highlighting regional heritage and contemporary arts.
The West Northamptonshire Council provides essential services including tax collection, waste management, and housing assistance programs for local residents.
Franklin's Gardens stadium will host matches during the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, bringing international sports competition to the region.
Location: Northamptonshire
Inception: April 1, 1974
Capital city: Northampton
GPS coordinates: 52.23333,-0.90000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:01
National Lift Tower
1.6 km
Franklin's Gardens
1.5 km
Northampton War Memorial
517 m
Northampton Castle
536 m
Delapré Abbey
1.2 km
All Saints' Church, Northampton
457 m
Royal & Derngate
541 m
Abington Park
2.9 km
The Holy Sepulchre, Northampton
971 m
Northampton Cathedral
1.6 km
78 Derngate
738 m
Northampton Guildhall
561 m
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
517 m
St Matthew's Church, Northampton
2.6 km
St Peter's Church, Northampton
422 m
Derngate
593 m
Collingtree Park
3.4 km
The Deco
1 km
Sol Central Northampton
430 m
Little Houghton House
5.3 km
Sessions House
494 m
Mounts Baths
1 km
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church, Great Billing
6.5 km
Hazelrigg House
413 m
Bradlaugh Fields
4.1 km
County Hall
474 m
Gayton Manor House
7 km
St Michael's Church, Upton
3.5 kmReviews
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