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Connect with wildlife & water in spectacular landscapes. Northamptonshire's impressive Nene Valley is an oasis of tranquillity with exciting opportunities for new outdoor experiences.

  • Barnwell Country Park comprises 37 acres of lakes, riverbank and meadows to explore, situated close to the historic market town of Oundle.
  • This high quality family friendly 14 mile walking and cycling route is built on the former Northampton to Market Harborough Railway; one of the longest dismantled railway paths in...
  • Brixworth Country Park opened in 1997 and lies next to Pitsford Water in Northamptonshire.
  • Much-loved "paddle-out-n-back” canoe, kayak and paddleboard hire on the beautiful River Nene.
  • Corby Boating Lake is a lovely facility at the heart of the town. The lake can boast a wide range of geese, ducks, water fowl and the residential swans. The recent environmental project...
  • Corby's woodlands are important places for wildlife and people and since 2007 Corby Borough Council has been committed to making them a safe, welcoming environment for all to enjoy. We...
  • Daventry Country Park is an ideal family day out situated on the edge of Daventry town centre, with a large reservoir, visitor centre, adventure playground and many nature trails to explore...
  • East Carlton Countryside Park is situated on the edge of the beautiful Welland Valley. The Heritage Centre in the converted coach house and stables houses a display featuring the history...
  • A popular family visitor attraction in the heart of the Rockingham Forest. With two great play areas and a whole wood to explore, families can play, picnic, walk or cycle, absorb the views...
  • The Grand Union Canal is the UK’s longest canal, from London to Birmingham. It enters Northamptonshire near Cosgrove and takes a north westerly route, leaving the county at Braunston...
  • Haddonstone has offices and manufacturing facilities in the UK and USA. Haddonstone is a unique form of cast limestone that matures and weathers like natural stone. The head office is in...
  • Visit the wonderful Nene Wetlands nature reserve - as seen on BBC Countryfile - a unique one square mile of wild and man-made habitats rich in wildlife. Then pop in and see us at our exciting...
  • The Nene Whitewater Centre was the UK's first pumped artificial whitewater course. Three pumps control the discharge of water down the 300 metre whitewater course allowing the Centre to...
  • Salcey Forest is a magnificent ancient woodland which is a remnant of the medieval royal hunting forest. It has many miles of ancient wood banks, building remains and ancient trees. The...
  • Stanwick Lakes is a unique 750 acre countryside attraction and nature reserve in the heart of Northamptonshire's beautiful Nene Valley, widely considered to be one of the region's most...
  • A favourite with families and walkers too, Sywell Country Park offers and eclectic mix of things to see and explore. An Edwardian water pump house and tower still stand within the...

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