Northampton

Northampton is a borough in Northamptonshire located along the River Nene. The town features a mixed townscape with varied buildings, high streets lined with shops and services, and neighborhoods that shape daily life and economic activity.

The town received its charter from King Richard I in 1189, which established formal local governance. The first mayor was appointed by King John in 1215, marking the beginning of organized civic administration.

The Royal & Derngate theatre and Northampton Museum host regular shows and exhibitions that reflect local artistic life and regional heritage. These venues reveal how the town values both its past and contemporary creativity.

As a town borough, Northampton offers bus services, rail connections, and roads for getting around the area. Visitors will find accommodation, eating places, shopping districts, and attractions distributed throughout the town and easily accessible.

Franklin's Gardens, the town's rugby stadium, will host matches of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, bringing international sport to the area. This major event puts a smaller town on the global sporting calendar.

Location: Northamptonshire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Northampton

GPS coordinates: 52.23789,-0.89636

Latest update: December 17, 2025 07:30