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Wellness & Wellbeing

Wellbeing Cafe

Through the Wellbeing Cafe, we are seeking to provide a safe, warm and welcoming space for people to improve emotional wellbeing, by providing a listening ear, a cup of tea or coffee and access to board games, jigsaws, craft activities and a space for reflection if needed. The cafe is open on Wednesday afternoons at St Francis Church, Eastfield Road, Duston, Northampton NN5 6TQ from 1pm until 4pm. Please feel free to pop along.

Wed 22 Jul13:00St Francis Church(1.9mi)

via St Francis ChurchLocal gem

Community

MANASCREW – WEDNESDAY 22nd TableTop Booking

TableTop Booking – PLEASE BOOK ONE SEAT/PLACE PER TABLE REQUIRED – NOT ALL SEATS FOR ONE TABLE OF 7…! Failure to do this messes the system up and indicates to me you don’t read, well… If you are able to add any comments below about players expected and games to be played, that would be…

Wed 22 Jul15:00Manascrew(0.6mi)

via ManascrewLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Safeguarding Leadership Course - Online

Safeguarding Training Wednesday, 22 July 4:00pm - 6:00pm Safeguarding Leadership Course - Online This online event will take place on Teams over two sessions, starting on Wednesday, 22 July, 2026 followed by a second session on Wednesday, 29 July, 2026, both starting at 4pm.

Wed 22 Jul17:00Peterborough Diocese Library(2.3mi)

via Peterborough Diocese LibraryLocal gem

Live Music

Folk Night

Join us for an enchanting evening of melodies and storytelling at our Traditional Folk Music Night! This event celebrates the rich tapestry of folk music, inviting musicians of all skill levels to share their talents in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Thu 23 JulOlde England(1.4mi)

via Olde EnglandCurated

Community

St Matthew's Minis

A time for Mums, dads or carers to bring little ones for play and social time in the Parish Centre

Thu 23 Jul09:45St Matthew(1.8mi)

via St MatthewLocal gem

Community

The SEO To-Do List That Fits on a Post-it Note

Think SEO requires a 40-page strategy document? Think again. Join SEO consultant Nikki Pilkington for a practical, jargon-free session that focuses on three simple fixes that can make a genuine difference to how your website performs in search engines. Using real-world examples and straightforward advice, Nikki will show you how to improve your website without getting lost in technical SEO or endless checklists. You’ll leave with practical actions you can implement immediately—and an SEO to-do list that genuinely fits on a Post-it note. You’ll learn: Three SEO improvements that have the biggest impact. Common website mistakes that are holding businesses back. Real examples of what works (and what doesn’t). Simple actions you can implement straight away. How to prioritise SEO without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re a small business owner, freelancer, marketer or manage your own website, this session will help you focus on what really matters. Find out more about Nikki Pilkington and her practical approach to SEO at Nikki Pilkington’s website.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Vulcan Works(0.7mi)

via Vulcan Works

Community

Quiet Book Club

Starting on March 12th, we are launching a new Quiet Book Club which will meet on alternate Thursdays from 11am – 12 noon.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Wootton Community & Sports Centre(2.6mi)

via Wootton Community & Sports CentreCurated

Community

Starting on March 12th, we

Starting on March 12th, we are launching a new Quiet Book Club which will meet on alternate Thursdays from 11am – 12 noon.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Wootton Community & Sports Centre(2.6mi)

via Wootton Community & Sports CentreCurated

Community

2026-07-23 13:00 - Well Being Cafe

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 13:00Details: Renew 147 is a cafe style space for anyone who wants some quiet company and a safe space to just be, where you are invited to practice habits of well being. Location: Mount Pleasant ChurchPostcode: NN1 4BS

Thu 23 Jul14:00Mount Pleasant Baptist Church(1.3mi)

via Mount Pleasant Baptist Church

Wellness & Wellbeing

Well Being Cafe

Thu 23 Jul14:00Mount Pleasant Baptist Church(1.3mi)

via Mount Pleasant Baptist Church

Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

New Family History Group Launches in February

Our new Family History Group will meet every fourth Thursday, beginning on 26th February 2026, from 1.30–3.00pm.

Thu 23 Jul14:30Wootton Community & Sports Centre(2.6mi)

via Wootton Community & Sports CentreCurated

Children & FamilyHistory & Heritage

Our new Family History Group will

Our new Family History Group will meet every fourth Thursday, beginning on 26th February 2026, from 1.30–3.00pm.

Thu 23 Jul14:30Wootton Community & Sports Centre(2.6mi)

via Wootton Community & Sports CentreCurated

Live Music

Folk Night

Thu 23 Jul21:30Olde England(1.4mi)

via Olde EnglandCurated

Community

Book & Natter Club

Opportunities to meet and talk about books you love, read a book together and mull it over, drink copious tea/coffee and eat cake, meeting and making friends. Held on the last Friday of each month

Fri 24 Jul10:30St. Andrew's Church, Harlestone(3.9mi)

via St. Andrew's Church, HarlestoneLocal gem

Community

Manascrew – Friday 24th Tabletop Booking (big Room Only Available)

TableTop Booking – (BIG ROOM ONLY AVAILABLE) PLEASE BOOK ONE SEAT/PLACE PER TABLE REQUIRED – NOT ALL SEATS FOR ONE TABLE OF 7…! Failure to do this messes the system up and indicates to me you don’t read, well… If you are able to add any comments below about players expected and games to be…

Fri 24 Jul13:00Manascrew(0.6mi)

via ManascrewLocal gem

Community

2026-07-24 17:45 - Boys Brigade

Time: Friday, 24 July 2026 at 17:45Details: Mount Pleasant Boys Brigade.Location: Mount Pleasant ChurchPostcode: NN1 4BS

Fri 24 Jul18:45Mount Pleasant Baptist Church(1.3mi)

via Mount Pleasant Baptist Church

Community

Boys Brigade

Time: Friday, 24 July 2026 at 17:45Details: Mount Pleasant Boys Brigade.Location: Mount Pleasant ChurchPostcode: NN1 4BS

Fri 24 Jul18:45Mount Pleasant Baptist Church(1.3mi)

via Mount Pleasant Baptist Church

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Venues with events near St James' End

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church1.3 miles away Wootton Community & Sports Centre2.6 miles away Manascrew0.6 miles away

More about St James' End

Northamptonshire, England

St James' End in Northamptonshire is a quiet corner of the county that somehow manages to keep its calendar full without shouting about it. The Doddridge Centre has been hosting local shows for years, proving you don't need a city centre to find good entertainment. It's a place where neighbours know each other's names and what's coming up next door. Even on a rainy Tuesday, there's usually a performance or workshop happening somewhere within walking distance. We keep it simple here so you can skip the hassle of hunting for tickets across different sites. Just pop in and see what's on without needing to plan your whole week around a spreadsheet.

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