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Greenbelt Festival is one of the most distinctive weekends in the Northamptonshire calendar, and it takes place just 30 minutes from The Barn. Held every August on the grounds of Boughton House near Kettering, it brings together live music, thought-provoking talks, art, activism, and community in a way that few other festivals manage. It isContinue reading "Greenbelt Festival: Music, Arts and Where to Stay"

The East Midlands Food & Drink Festival 2025 is back, and it promises to be another absolutely unforgettable showcase of regional goodies, artisan masters, and pretty much every type of culinary talent you can think of. This time it’s being held in the lovely town of Melton Mowbray, famous for its centuries-old food heritage –Continue reading "East Midlands Food and Drink Festival: A Foodie Day Near The Barn"

There’s just something about watching a sea of hot air balloons drift lazily above the rolling English countryside – especially at sunrise or as the day wraps up with a magical evening glow. Every year, the Northampton Balloon Festival brings this spectacle to life in Northamptonshire, painting the town with colour, excitement, and a senseContinue reading "Northampton Balloon Festival: Dates, Tickets and Where to Stay"

At A Glance The Defender Burghley Horse Trials 2026 runs Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 September in the parkland of Burghley House, Stamford, postcode PE9 3JY, with gates open from 7.30am. Thursday and Friday are dressage. Saturday is cross-country, the day most people come for. Sunday is showjumping and prizegiving. Cross-country starts at 11.00 onContinue reading "Burghley Horse Trials 2026: Dates, Tickets, Parking and Where to Stay"

At A Glance Burghley is one of England’s grandest Elizabethan houses, 40 minutes from The Barn, and the setting for the iconic Defender Burghley Horse Trials each September. State Rooms open daily except Fridays from 14 March to 1 November 2026, closed 3-6 September for the Horse Trials 2,000-acre park is the largest surviving CapabilityContinue reading "Burghley House: History, Gardens and Where to Stay"

If you’re a motorsport enthusiast, Silverstone Circuit is likely already on your radar. Renowned as the home of British motorsport, Silverstone is more than just a racetrack — it’s a living legend of speed, history, and world-class competition. Nestled in the scenic English countryside, this iconic venue draws thousands of fans each year, particularly duringContinue reading "Silverstone Circuit: Events, Tips and Where to Stay"