Your Weekly Guide to Business and Wellbeing Events in Northamptonshire

Monday, July 28, 2025

Author

Damian Smyth
July 28, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 13 minutes

Business Growth, Networking & Wellbeing Events Happening This Week*

Not many this week, I think everyone is (still) away!

*Below £50 entry with tickets remaining

Business Growth & Networking Events

Escape Rooms and Networking • Monday 28 July 19:00 - 21:30 GMT+1 Rushden Escape Rooms, 40a Newton Road Rushden NN10 0HD

NN Clear Speakers Free Launch Event 5 • Tuesday 29 July 18:45 - 21:00 GMT+1 Corn Market Hall, 42 London Road Kettering NN15 7QA – Free

Finding a job with the best company for you: With Ben Askins • Tuesday 29 July 20:00 - 21:00 GMT+1 Online – Free

What You Need to Know BEFORE Writing Your Business Plan • Tuesday 29 July 21:00 - 21:45 GMT+1 Online – Free

Weekly Business Networking Events

Northampton Breakfast Business Networking Event
Every Monday (not bank holidays) 09:30‑10:30 BST
Online
Free

BNI Weekly Events: (please check to see if they are running)

BNI Ignite Business Networking Event: Tuesdays - 06:45 - 09:00 - The Turnpike, Harpole Turn, Weedon Road, Northampton, Northants, NN7 4DD - £15

BNI Pioneer Online Business Networking: Wednesdays - 09:30 - 11:30 - Online - £15 (We’re growing! Why not come along as a guest and grow your business through referrals?)

BNI Pavilion Business Networking Event: Thursdays - 06:30 - 08:30 - Holiday Inn Northampton, an IHG Hotel, Bedford Road, Northampton NN4 7YF - £15

BNI Prosperity Business Networking Event: Thursdays - 06:45 - 09:45 - Kettering Golf Club, Headlands, Kettering NN15 6XA - £15

BNI Luminate Business Networking Event: Thursdays - 07:40 - 09:40 - Daventry Town Hall, Daventry - £15

BNI Sterling Business Networking Event: Thursdays - 11:30 - 13:30 - Nene Whitewater Centre, Bedford Rd, Northampton NN4 7AA - £15

BNI Lighthouse Business Networking Event: Fridays - 06:45 - 08:45 - Northampton County Cricket Ground, Wantage Rd, Northampton NN1 4TH - £15

Please send your upcoming events to [email protected]

Health and Wellbeing

Wellbeing and Wavelengths - July 2025 • Sunday 27 July 10:00 - 11:00 GMT+1 Frank Bruno Foundation, Wallwelled Court Northampton NN3 9TW – Free

Summer Sound Journey: Soak in the Light, Sound, and Stillness • Sunday 27 July 16:00 - 17:30 GMT+1 (Doors at 15:50) Culworth Village Hall, Queens Street Culworth OX17 2AT – £15.00

Healing the Mother Wound: Reclaiming Love, Boundaries & Self-Belonging • Monday 28 July 12:00 - 13:00 GMT+1 Online – £15.00

Sacred Sound Bath: Soak in the Light, Sound, and Stillness • Monday 28 July 19:00 - 20:30 GMT+1 (Doors at 18:50) Badby Village Hall, The Green Badby NN11 3AF – £15.00

Beyond the Shot: A Natural Weight Loss Solution • Tuesday 29 July 12:00 - 13:00 GMT+1 Online – Free

Community of Practice 6 • Tuesday 29 July 14:00 - 16:30 GMT+1 Delapré Abbey, London Rd, Northampton NN4 8AW – Free

How To Feel Better About Money - For High-Earners • Wednesday 30 July 13:00 - 14:00 GMT+1 Online – Free

Ethos Summer - Wellbeing Yr 10 & Yr 11 • Thursday 31 July 10:00 - 12:00 GMT+1 Huxlow Academy, Findon Road Irthlingborough NN9 5TY – Free

Menopause Awareness with Mrs Ami Shukla Urogynaecologist • Saturday 02 August 18:00 - 20:00 GMT+1 (Doors at 17:45) 11 Earlstrees Court Corby NN17 4AX – £20.00

Family First Aid • Multiple dates 14 Brooklands court Kettering NN15 6FD – £10.00

Neonatal Support Group • Multiple dates Penrith Drive Children's Centre, Penrith Drive Wellingborough NN8 3XL – Free

Weekly Health and Wellbeing (please check to see if they are running)

Women's FREE Safety & Self Defence Workshop - Kettering | Mondays • 18:30 - 19:15 GMT+1 • St John Community Hall, Edith Road Kettering NN16 0QA • Free

Healing Breathwork | Accelerate emotional and physical healing • Northampton
Mondays (not bank holidays) 18:00 - 19:15 GMT Online – £15

Tai Chi Class
Wednesdays 13:00 - 14:00 GMT Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP – £9.38

Breathwork - Free Weekly Class • Northampton
Wednesdays 18:00 - 18:30 GMT Online – Free

Pranayama Breathing Free Class • Northampton
Wednesdays 18:00 - 18:30 GMT Online – Free

ONLINE Seminar – Emotional Separation from Parents
Daily 14:00 – 15:00 | Online – £15

ONLINE Seminar – Inner Child: Stuck in Childhood
Daily 17:00 – 18:00 | Online – £15

Group Coaching for Awakening Women with Creative Dreams
Every Thursday 16:00 | Online – Donations

Immersive Yoga – Single Ticket (June–July 2025)
Every Tuesday 19:00 | Northampton Museum & Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Road, Northampton NN1 1DP – £9.38

Aromatouch Lymphatic Massage
Every Monday (various time-slots) | Northampton – £38.62

ONLINE SEMINAR (Course) - Emotional Separation from Parents Fridays 14:00 - 15:00 BST Online – £15

ONLINE SEMINAR (course) - Inner child. Stuck in childhood Fridays 16:00 - 18:00 BST Online – £15

Weekly Success Story: Top Hat Dance & Theatre School Takes Gold on World Stage!

Northampton's Top Hat Dance & Theatre School has brought home gold from the Dance World Cup in Spain, proving that local talent can compete with the very best in the world.

Founded by Julie McKenna in 2009, Top Hat Dance & Theatre School recently represented England at the prestigious Dance World Cup, where their mini jazz large group of 20 students took first place against what Julie describes as "insane talent" and "the best in the world."

The victory was made even more special when the young performers received their gold medals from none other than Abby Lee Miller, the iconic adjudicator and Dance Moms star.

A Journey from West End to Northampton

Julie's path to founding Top Hat began with her own performing career in the West End. When she reached a crossroads in her acting career - too old for young parts but not old enough for older roles - she was told to "wait it out." Instead, Julie chose to launch her dance and theatre school, keeping her passion for the industry alive while nurturing the next generation of performers.

Having moved to Northampton from Glasgow during her teenage years, Julie knew this was the perfect location for her vision of creating a welcoming, judgement-free space where everyone could thrive.

Building Confidence Through Community

"Everyone feels happy and welcome," Julie explains. "It's such a happy place to work and we're a community. Parents have said thank you for helping to bring up their kids. It takes a village."

The school welcomes students of all abilities - from elite performers to children who attend once a week - offering classes in dancing, singing, musical theatre, and acrobatics. This inclusive approach has created an environment that builds confidence in young people while fostering genuine community spirit.

Outstanding Individual Achievements

The success wasn't limited to the group victory. Nine-year-old soloist Louie delivered an exceptional performance, securing third place in tap, fourth in modern, and eighth in musical theatre. The school's musical theatre large group also impressed, finishing sixth overall, while several other students gained places in associate programmes.

This isn't Top Hat's first taste of international success - they previously secured third place at the Dance World Cup, making this gold medal victory even more meaningful.

Northamptonshire: A Dance Powerhouse

Julie believes their success reflects something special about the local area: "In the grand scheme of things, Northamptonshire has the most successful dance groups and community in the whole of England. There are so many winners on the England and world stages. The young people in this county are very, very talented."

Looking Forward

As Top Hat Dance & Theatre School continues to nurture talent and build community, their world championship success serves as inspiration for young performers across Northamptonshire and beyond, proving that with dedication, support, and the right environment, local talent can shine on the global stage.

For more information about Top Hat Dance & Theatre School, visit their website.

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