Northampton is a market town within the East Midlands region of England. Steeping with a rich English history dating back to the Iron age. Northampton still has many architectural treasures such as Church of All Saints, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre; also, Althorp House, now the home of Earl Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, the house has been within the Spencer family for five hundred years.
Surrounded by rolling British countryside the area lends some wonderful walks along with country parks, canals and substantial areas of ancient woodland to be explored. For those that like to discover on two wheels, miles of cycle path follow the landscape of the Brampton Valley Way.
Within the towns there are excellent facilities with great shops, restaurants, museums, galleries, theatres and cinemas, health clubs and spas.
Local sporting highlights include international venues at Silverstone, that holds the accolade of hosting one of the most thrilling Formula One Grand Prix, and Rockingham motor racing circuits. Along with the revered Saints rugby team, football league teams and county cricket. Spectacular golf courses, equestrian and country pursuits, and excellent water sports centres.
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