Traveller's World - Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Population: 578,807 (1991)

Tourist Information: (01522) 531521

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Brackley , Corby , Daventry , Kettering , Northampton , Oundle , Wellingborough

All towns and villages in Northamptonshire

Few counties in England have quite such a fascinating past, let alone so many historic houses. To the north you'll find Rockingham Castle, built by William the Conqueror, while in the south other hidden treasures include Althorp House and Sulgrave Manor. Explore Northampton and you'll discover a town with a rich and royal history. Places of interest include the Central Museum with its world famous boot and shoe collection and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, one of the best-preserved Norman round churches in the country.

There are excellent attractions for children, as well as a year round programme of events. All this together with a wide range of excellent shopping and entertainment facilities, a fine selection of pubs and restaurants and a surprising amount of beautiful countryside... it is easy to see why the County of Northampton provides such a richly rewarding holiday experience.

Places to visit:

Central Museum and Art Gallery, Northampton (01604) 39415

Rockingham Castle, Market Harborough (01536) 770240

Sulgrave Manor, Sulgrave near Banbury (01295) 760205

Althorp House, Althorp near Northampton (01604) 770107