Friday 10 September - Sunday 12 September. Heritage Weekend on the Market Square
Saturday 11 September - Victoriana. militaria and antique jewellery and much more
Photography Competition for all.
MYABINGTON has joined with The Friends of Abington Park and Scott Dennis Photography to hold a photography competition. The theme of the competition is; A celebration of life in Abington and our wonderful park.
Selected participants will we have the opportunity to see their work exhibited at the Abington Park Museum in a exhibition of work chosen by the judges. There will also be an exhibition of work from local professional photographers and even a category for pictures taken on your mobile phone. Young and old, professional amateur are welcome to enter.
To enter, simply email your photo's to events@myabington.co.uk no later than Sunday 8 August 2010. Your photo's can be of any subject as long as it features or was taken in the local area. Please state which category you are entering and provide us with contact details.
Categories
1) Professional
2) Amateur
3) Mobile Phone
By entering this competition you are granting MYABINGTON usage rights to feature your work on this website and to reproduce your work in publicity materials both electronic and printed for the purposes of this photographic exhibition and in materials to support the Marketing of MYABINGTON and The Friends of Abington Park. Full terms and conditions are available on request.
Other local news
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National Playday - Abington Park
Wed 4 August - National Playday in Abington Park. 12 noon til 4pm. Free.
Photography Competition for all.
If you like taking photos in and around Abington then we would like to see your work. You could even win a prize and have your work exhibited at the Abington Park Museum at a special exhibition this summer.
Abington Park Litter Pick
Saturday 12 June 10am till noon. Meet at the Museum entrance at 10 am.
FFA Football Holiday Club
Tuesday to Thursday 1-3 June Abington Park from 10am-3pm. No need to book.
New Play Area Opening Celebration
Northampton Racecourse New Play Area opening event. 14th May from 3:30pm.
Home Gym Equipment Hire Recession Beater
Here's an idea for anyone wishing to have the convenience of the gym in their own home without the expense of purchasing new equipment. Why not hire?Conservative Wins across Northamptonshire
The Northampton North seat has been won by Michael Ellis, Conservative
New Play Equipment Northampton Racecourse
Ahead of the official opening celebrations on the 14th May, the fencing is down and the new play area is open from 4:00pm today. Have FUN!
Calling All Northampton Musicians
New Open Jam Night at The Charles Bradlaugh. Thursday 6th and 20th May 8:30pm till 12am
Collingwood Road Stab Victim
In a further news update today the Police have announced that the collingwood Road Stab victim is recovering well.
Man Stabbed in The Face in Abington
Police have reported a local man has been stabbed in the face and stomach.Abington Park Peacocks to be replaced
The sad story of the pair of Peacocks which died leaving the aviary without it's most popular attraction is now set to have a happier ending.
Freed UK raises funds for water in Ghana
The Freed UK Charity fundraiser held at The Picturedrome in Abington was supported by over 150 people raising over £2700 to sink a bore hole in a village in Ghana.
Guided Tour of New Play Equipment
Guided tours of the new play area were hosted by Friends of Northampton Racecourse on Thursday 25th March
New Adventure Play Area Takes Shape
Work is almost completed on the new adventure play area on The Racecourse which is due to open on 14th May.
Freed UK Charity Night
Picturedrome 6th March 2010 from 8pm. Raising money to sink a bore hole at a hospital farm in a remote rural area of upper western Ghana.
Friends Of Abington Park
The Friends of Abington Park met on Saturday to clear litter and debris from the spinney area and stream situated between the two lakes. This is part of an ongoing plan to improve the area by making it safer and cleaner....New Mums and Tots Group
St Gregory RC Church is appealing for donations of toys and play equipment for it's new Mums and Tots group which launches Friday 26th February.
News on Academy Proposals for Unity College
YOU ARE INVITED TO SHARE YOUR VIEWS ON NEW ACADEMY PROPOSALS. Students, staff, parents and key stakeholders are invited to attend a public meeting on 1 March at Unity College to hear about exciting...
Safer Community Team information appeal
Tuesday 16th Feb approx 20.00 hours . A woman was robbed on Abington Park by Park Avenue South by 2 white males. 1 description only, about 5' 9 inches with grey hooded top, black bottoms..click more
Abington Park Wants More Friends
The Friends of Abington Park have issued an appeal to recruit more members. The work of The Friends has benefited many visitors to Abington Park over the years, but generally people are not aware of what we do......
Model Call - Are you Model Material?
ONE of Northampton’s longest running hair salons is looking for new male and female models for their innovative 2010 collections.
Free Pop Video Offer for Young Bands
THE FILM LAB is offering to make a free pop video for any young band.All the band needs is, to be under 20 (or have members 19 or under) and have a decent demo recording of their track they want to promote.
Hen Party With A Difference
Gone are the days of the tacky L plate pub crawl. The Richardson Group have their very own expert hen party co-ordinator who will tailor-make an event to suit your requirements and budget!New Players wanted for Short Mat Bowles
Sunday Mornings at the Abington Community Centre, Wheatfield Road, 10am-noon
The Big Food Fight
Thursday 14th January. University of Northampton, St Georges Avenue 6.30pm. This event is open to anyone wanting to hear more on food waste.
Volanteer Health Walk Leaders required
The weekly Health Walk around the Racecourse no longer has a trained Health Walk Leader. We need at least one person, but ideally, as many as possible to train as a Health Walk Leader and lead the walk every Thursday at 11am....
Happy New Year from MYABINGTON
We would like to wish all our visitors and customers a happy new year!A Safe Journey Home
THE company behind some of Northampton's top entertainment venues has teamed up with a local taxi firm to ensure all their customers get home safely this Christmas.
Racecourse Play Equipment Plans Revealed
Come to see plans of the winning design at The Picturedrome this Thursday 3rd December anytime between 4.30pm and 7.30pm. Speak with the winning contractor, Miracle Play Equipment.
Florist Georgianna Wins Place in Chelsea Final
Talented Abington based florist Georgianna Dunn has won her way through to the Chelsea flower show for the final of Young Florist of the year.
Juliet The Sun top Children In Need night
Local bands JULIET THE SUN and THE BICYCLE THIEVES delighted the crowd on Children in need night.Open Day at Unity College
Wedneday 11 November . Learn about the David Ross Trust and it's new vision for the Academy.
Co-op store closed for major refurbishment
This popular Wellingborough Road store will re-open on the morning of Thursday 12th November.
Watch Out Lead Thieves About
Lead has been stolen from a garage roof in a service road off Abington Avenue.
New Play Space for The Racecourse
Don't miss your chance to see the shortlisted designs on Tuesday 20th October anytime between 7.30-9.30pm at the LimeTrees Hotel. And on wednesday 21st October at The Picturedrome, between 4pm and 7.45pm
Abington Park watch: Appeal for Help!
The Abington and Weston Safer Community Team have put out the following appeal for support.New play equipment for Abington park
Work has now been completed on the upgrade to the children's play area in Abington Park.
County Ground Plans Approved
The Planning application to errect six 48 metre high floodlight towers was given approval by the West Northampton Development Corporation at a public meeting.
Important message about the Racecourse
Friends of the Racecourse need your help and support! Or more accurately, numerous children and young people who live in central Northampton and who would like more facilities for play at The Racecourse would.