Living in Northampton over the past year, like everywhere, has had a huge change. With lockdown restrictions being in place meaning we could no longer see friends and family, as well as go to our favourite shops, pubs and restaurants. But now, we have seen that lockdown restrictions have been lifted! So, how is life in Northampton changing?
In Northampton, one of the main aspects that people were most looking forward to were the pubs reopening. While it is only possible to enjoy a drink or pub lunch in pub gardens you won’t be surprised to know that they are fully booked! People have been taking advantage of this and booking everywhere they can go to socialise with friends and family. While it is lovely seeing people enjoying themselves, it does make you worry if another lockdown could be on the horizon with how many people are going to pubs now.
Alongside this, the shops in Northampton Town Centre and surrounding retail parks have begun to reopen. Again offering people places to go to escape from the four walls of their homes. While this is amazing, it is nice to be getting out there is still the worry. With so many people heading out to shops like Primark, it is best to avoid them for the time being.
Like everywhere, people in Northampton have kind of gone crazy. With everyone choosing to now go out to places they haven’t been for a while. It seems as though people have forgotten about this deadly disease and have gone back to normal. It’s important to remember we still need to stay home to save lives, only head out if it is completely necessary what you need.
Please note, this is only my opinion. It is lovely seeing life going back to normal, but there will always be a worry that this could be moving too quickly and we will be in a vicious circle.