An Evening of History at Delapré Abbey

Name: An Evening of History at Delapré Abbey
Start: 2026-03-25T18:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-25T20:00:00+00:00
Location: London Road, NN4 8AW Northampton, United Kingdom

Schedule

Wed Mar 25 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

London Road, NN4 8AW Northampton, United Kingdom | Northampton, EN

📆 Wednesday 25th March
🕒 6pm – 8pm
🎟️ £22 per person (includes welcome drink and cheese board)
Discover how the Abbey played host to Queen Eleanor’s funeral vigil, witnessed the Battle of Northampton, and survived Henry VIII’s dissolution as a private residence. Meet the Tate family—gunpowder plot investigators and political reformers—and the Bouveries, whose scandals, racehorses, and royal connections shaped the estate’s legacy.
You’ll explore the house’s evolving architecture, from Tudor kitchens to Victorian libraries, and hear how the Abbey was saved from demolition by the formidable Joan Wake, becoming the vibrant heritage site it is today.
Led by our volunteer historian guides, this tour is packed with stories, surprises, and stunning spaces. It’s the ultimate Delapré experience!