Northampton Town Festival Is Back For 2021

Posted by Alice on March 16, 2021
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After a rubbish year last year, it is great to be able to share that with the current guidelines in place, Northampton Town Festival will be back for 2021. Starting on Friday 3rd July running until Sunday 5th July, it is a weekend that you do not want to miss.

Where and How Much?
Northampton Town Festival 2021 is being held in the Racecourse, a park which is based right in the heart of Northampton with plenty of access routes for all. The festival is going to be charging £2.50 for everyone over 1 meter to enter the event. There is free parking on site surrounding the park but this will quickly fill up. There will be a car park situated on the park, but charges will apply, the charge is yet to be determined but at the last festival, it was £5 per car per day.

What’s Happening At Northampton Town Festival?
Northampton Town Festival is a large event that everyone living in Northampton looks forward to every year. There are so many different things going on that there is bound to be something for everyone.

For the younger children, there are small fairground rides, arcade machines, meeting characters, and general festival games like hook a duck.

For the older children and adults, there is a large selection of more thrilling rides, as well as arcades and festival stools. All of these rides and games do cost extra on top of the admission price.

Alongside all of the fairground rides, there are lots of different shows that you can watch and enjoy as a family. From stunt shows, animal shows and the most important hot air balloon take off.

Finally, Northampton Town Festival is full of some of the best food stalls you can find. With it allowing you to try new foods as well as grab some festival classics like donuts and candy floss.

Where To Shop Outside Of Northampton

Posted by Alice on January 07, 2021
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Just after Christmas and all the sales are through the roof, but we want to head somewhere different. We all know about local places around Northampton, like Grovenor centre and Rushden lakes. But where can we head out shopping if we want to travel further afield?

One of the best places to head out to do your sale shopping is The Centre MK. This is situated just outside of Northamptonshire in Milton Keynes. This indoor shopping centre is perfect for visiting in the colder months. With them offering a range of stores suitable for all price ranges, even better with the added sales.

Another place you could visit which is still in Northamptonshire, yet further into the countryside is The Heart of The Shires. This is a lovely small shopping village based just off of the A5. This is an outdoor shopping village, with shops offering bespoke and unique gifts.

Why Choose A Marquee for your Next Event?

Posted by Alice on December 20, 2020
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Given that many people are not overly keen to spend time in enclosed spaces at the moment a marquee can provide the perfect solution for those who want to celebrate that special occasion under cover.

Marquees are not only great value for money – but they also have a variety of other advantages for those who want to make sure that the event is a reflection of their unique tastes and style.

That is possibly one of the best reasons to hire a marquee. It is a blank canvas. Marquees offer great spaces that can feature decorations of your choice, furniture that is perfect for the event and allow you to create that perfect ambiance – no matter what the theme of the event.

Of course, a marquee also allows guests to enjoy the wonders of the outdoors while being sheltered from the elements. It can make a celebration even more special, especially when it is used during those balmy days of summer. The marquee will allow guests to enjoy the gentle breezes or the smell of fresh lawn and flowers. And the fact that late summer thunderstorms will not provide a challenge is also something that a completely open-air event might present.

However, the advantages of having access to the open-air should not be underestimated. A marquee can be supplied with or without side screens/sidewalls. Sidewalls mean that the marquee will be weatherproof (while Georgian or panoramic windows can also allow in natural light), however, open sides mean that guests are free to break away from the celebrations to enjoy person-to-person chats or simply to take in the surroundings. This can add to the enjoyment of the less formal function.

Marquees are also ideal for corporate functions. They can be as formal (carpeting etc) or informal as the occasion demands. They can be designed in such a way as to promote the brand of the company – or launch new products and services. Placement of signage is also extremely easy in a marquee setting and the modular nature of marquees means that they can be split into different spaces – each with its own function.

The fact that marquees offer such exceptional value for money and are so versatile means that they have been a popular choice with event planners and hosts for decades. Given these facts, it is no wonder that marquee offerings continue to evolve – meaning that they will remain a firm favourite with guests, hosts, and professional event management companies.

If you’re looking for cheap marquee hire, but also require a top quality marquee for your event, it is possible to find luxury marquees at exceptionally low prices. You do need to think very carefully about facilities, space, lighting and access though, so start planning your event as early as possible. You can then begin to shop around when you know more, and fortunately, in the UK there are plenty of marquee hire specialists.

E-Scooters In Northampton

Posted by Alice on November 16, 2020
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Recently E-scooters have been popping up all around Northampton. These are on trial with our local council to help reduce our counties carbon emissions. You can locate these scooters on your phone using the Voi app. The E-scooters currently cost £1 to unlock and a further 20 pence per minute of riding. However, if you park your scooter in a designated charging point you will receive a £1 refund. Depending on how much you ride these scooters you can receive a discount of up to 40%. Voi E-scooters can also reach speeds of up to 30mph depending which zone you are riding in. They are limited to keep you and others safe in certain areas. These are an excellent choice over your own cars or public transport. Allowing you to get from point A to point B faster than in your own car. As well as the discount, making it possible for these to work out cheaper.

Will Marquees Be The Best Choice For Weddings In 2021?

Posted by Alice on October 29, 2020
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As we approach the end of 2021 there is one certainty that each and every one of us is faced with and that is that life will never be the same again – especially when it comes to celebrations where large numbers of people are involved.

People across the globe still want to celebrate special life events with their families and friends – but the truth of the matter is that the restrictions on large gatherings due to COVID 19 are there for a very good reason. Masks and social distancing are the only way that humanity as a whole is going to slow the spread of the virus. Yes, an effective vaccine could appear in the future – but for the moment large gatherings risk becoming ‘superspreader’ events if there is not sufficient distance between those who come together in celebration.

One of those joyous occasions is without doubt when a woman and a man are joined together to begin their journey through life as a couple. But weddings are an event where large numbers of people gather – so what can the bridal couple and the wedding party do to ensure that everyone who attends the celebration remains safe and healthy?

One of the options (and one that is gaining in popularity) is to host the ceremony and reception under a marquee.

There are a number of choices when it comes to different types of marquee like structures. There are the traditional types held in place with steel poles and guy ropes, but there are also tipis and yurts for those who want something out of the ordinary. However, some couples are reluctant to choose the marquee option due to the fact that weatherproofing is regarded as an issue. However, new designs and a bit of forethought are all that is required to ensure that each person in the wedding party – and their guests remain dry and comfortable both during both the ceremony and the reception.

There is also the fact that a marquee is for all intents and purposes a blank canvas. It is up to the bride and groom to choose the decor and the other components that will ensure that each wedding is a unique expression of their love and tastes. A marquee can also be erected anywhere with open space – so the choice of venues is almost unlimited.

Social distancing is going to be a fact of life for the foreseeable future – but that is no reason to delay your nuptials. A marquee is the perfect 21st-century solution to the challenges we all face – and the perfect setting for a dream wedding.

It’s also important to understand just how important marquees for commercial events. For example, with marquee hire Milton Keynes, you’re able to create the perfect event for work parties and conferences. Of course, the pandemic has meant that it could be some time before this approach becomes popular again, however, we’re all beginning to experience zoom fatigue, yet there will be a time in the (hopefully) the near future where hiring a marquee for a wedding or commercial event is the norm once more, so let us not forget the versatility, style and convenience that marquees deliver, and will continue to deliver in the coming months.

Days Out With Kids In Northampton

Posted by Alice on October 16, 2020
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There are many different places you can go in Northampton with your children. Ranging from free and low cost ideas to more expensive trips, i’m going to share a few with you.

Local Parks
One of the cheaper options we are going to look at is local parks. There are so many local parks or country parks which you can visit around Northampton. A personal favourite is Sywell Country Park. With amazing views, cafe and a park, its the perfect day out for any family.

Trampoline Park
There are lots of trampoline parks around Northampton. The closest one to Northampton town centre is Boost. With prices starting from just £5 for 1 hour, it is the perfect place to go to burn off some energy.

Wicksteed Park
Wicksteed park is Northamptons local theme park. This is based just outside of Northampton in Kettering. Here you can buy single use tickets or a wristband for the rides. An excellent day out if you are willing to travel.

How To Find Teaching Jobs Locally

Posted by Alice on September 28, 2020
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One of the most important professions that exist is teaching. Without teachers, there wouldn’t be any professionals such as doctors, lawyers, nurses, CEOs, IT staff, accountants, marketing specialists and so much more. However, it can be challenging to find a good teaching job, especially locally. With that said, we will now look at a few tips and guidelines that should help you to find a great teaching job in no time.

Firstly, if there is a specific school, university or another type of learning institution that you want to teach at, then you should consider applying directly to them. If you know any of the staff at these schools, you should chat with them to find out about any vacancies available that you may be able to fill. If you want to work at a particular university, then you can check out that university’s job portal on their public website. In most cases, schools typically have openings for teachers from January to June. By simply sending in your resume, even to schools that aren’t publicly advertising teaching vacancies, you can potentially get a call back since they would have your resume on file.

Next, another great space to check is on online local job boards and local online newspapers. There are many schools that choose to advertise via these mediums and you can easily find a suitable job that you’d be perfect for. Of course, pay close attention to any instructions given in these posts and make sure to follow them when applying.

Another option is to go to a teaching employment service or even a general job employment service which looks for suitable jobs on your behalf. There are many schools which use these services to find qualified and suitable teachers in a short space of time. So, it is best that you sign up to as many of these employment services as you can.

Local authorities also typically have a mailing list where they send weekly or monthly emails indicating open vacancies which include teaching vacancies. So, it is definitely in your best interest to sign up to these mailing lists so that you can be notified of any teaching vacancies as they become available. For example, let’s say you’re looking for teaching jobs Bedfordshire, perhaps email the council to see where this list is located, and see if they can provide relevant contacts.

You can even create a profile on LinkedIn which includes all of your detailed teaching experience, qualifications and other details that make you highly employable. You can then start growing your friend network by connecting with other teaching professionals, principals, deans etc. By doing this, more people in the teaching field will become aware of you and your qualifications which may help you to get interviews which would lead to a teaching job. You should also try to network with teaching professionals in real life at various conventions, school or university events etc.

In closing, these are a couple of ways that you can easily find a teaching job in your local area. Once you continuously keep on looking and applying for jobs, then you will eventually be successful. So, don’t give up as teaching is one of the most noble professions that exists.

Shopping In Northamptonshire

Posted by Alice on September 19, 2020
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There are many different places which you can go shopping around Northamptonshire. Today we are going to look into some of the different places you can go shopping.

Rushden Lakes
This shopping district is situated on the outskirts of Northampton in Rushden. It is a lovely outdoor area with many shops. From primark to house of fraser. There is something there for everyone. There is also a lake behind the shops which you can hire boats to take them on the water. Also at Rushden Lakes, there is 360 play and a trampoline park.

Grovenor Centre
The governor centre is situated in the heart of Northampton. Making this the town centre. There are many indoor and outdoor shops which makes it the perfect place for any kind of weather. There are also many different places to eat from small cafes or high end restaurants. There is something there for everyone. Even some small rides for the younger children.

Is Northampton An Ideal Place To Live?

Posted by Alice on August 23, 2020
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There are many reasons why I believe Northampton is an ideal place to live in. I am going to share some of these with you today.

Central
One benefit of living in Northampton is that is central to near enough everywhere. An hour commute to either London or Birmingham. A roughly two-hour drive to the seaside. There is no place better to live if you want to be away from cities and beaches, yet still, be able to go on day trips.

Transportation
Northampton also offers a range of different transportation methods. This is perfect if you can not drive. Buses run all around the town and even travel to popular shopping centres. Trains in the main centre running to London and Birmingham.

Countryside
Northampton is also surrounded by a lot of countrysides. Giving you endless exploration possibilities. There are lots of country parks which are perfect for exploring. Especially with younger children.

About Why Is Marketing Even More important Now?

Posted by Alice on August 11, 2020
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For a business, people need to know what they are offering whether it be a product and/or service so that they will be able to determine if they need it or not. Since this is how business works, marketing is so important and always will be. A business needs to get their name out there so that others know that they have what they are looking for.

With a good marketing strategy, a business will attract customers to them. They will get their name known and they will attract the business that they want. Since this is what they need to do in today’s world, marketing their company and what they do is highly advisable.

For many businesses, they are just too busy to figure out a good marketing plan. That is why they hire a company that specialises in doing this kind of work. They are able to make sure that the business is positioned right and that they can get the online presence that they need so their profits will soar. They will find that the prices are reasonable for helping them in this way and it will be worth it for them.

The marketing that a company has needs to be good. They want to be sure that they understand their target market so that they are appealing to the people who will most likely use their products and/or services. This always makes a huge difference in whether or not they are able to sell in a good way.

They will also want to make sure that their advertising is good and appropriate. They want to have a website that is dynamic and that stands out from their competitors. When they do these types of things, they will be more likely to get the business that will keep them moving into the future.

There are many different forms of web marketing Northampton, from SEO (search engine optimisation) to PPC (pay per click), Social Media, Email, SMS, Content Marketing, Affiliate and Influencer among many other forms. So as you can probably already understand, honing in on the right strategy for your customer base can take time, but before you can even attempt to do this, you have to understand your audience and know their interests.

It’s recommended that startups create buyer personas to try to figure out the types of individuals that will buy from them, and even if they are not 100% accurate, it’s a good starting point. So from our perspective, we would say, research is the key to developing the right strategy, but it will require tinkering along the way because consumer behaviour is constantly evolving.