publication date: Apr 30, 2011
Brixworth Country ParkThe county's newest
Country Park with stunning views over
Pitsford ReservoirPostcode: NN6 9EX Tel: 01604 883 920
Fermyn Woods Stunning
ancient woodlands containing semi-natural oak and ash woods, along with conifer plantations.
Postcode: NN14 3HS Tel: 01536 760 492
Brampton Valley WayThis former railway is now a park surrounded by
beautiful scenery and rich in natural and
historical heritage. The
Brampton Valley Way can be accessed on mountain bike from
Brixworth Country Park via the Merry Tom Bridleway.
Postcode: NN6 9EX Tel: 01604 883 920
Irchester Country Park After your picnic enjoy the
Jungle Parc high ropes adventure course – glide through the trees on rope bridges, zip lines and cargo nets.
Postcode: NN29 7DJ Tel: 01933 276 866
Sywell Country Park Offers meadowland and
lakeside walks, with a small arboretum of exotic trees and Edwardian buildings.
Postcode NN6 0QX Tel: 01604 810 970
Fineshade Wood An ancient mixed
broadleaf and conifer woodland offers the ideal shade for a picnic.
Postcode: NN17 3BB Tel: 0170 444 920
Salcey Forest An oasis of nature and history only seven miles from the centre of
Northampton and after lunch why not try the
tree top walk?Postcode NN7 2HX Tel: 01780 444 920
Wicksteed Park As well as having
rides and attractions, is also an
English Heritage Grade II Listed Park and Garden.
Postcode: NN15 6NJ Tel: 01536 512 475
Kirby HallDiscover one of England's grandest
Elizabethan mansions with state roos restored to 17th and 18th century specifications before having a
picnic in the grounds in the company of
peacocks.
Postcode: NN17 3EN Tel: 01536 203 230
