The ‘magic’ of our history and local heritage

This site aims to be a repository for Northamptonshire history and heritage

Image: Flag of Northamptonshire (adopted 11/09/2014)

A passion for local culture and social connections

cherishing and preserving a connected resource for all

Heritage

Understanding the broader and deeper context of Northants history and heritage

Connections

A dedicated resource bringing together and signposting Northants history in one ‘place’ for all

Focus

Focused resources on matters such as [topic list here ?linked?]

Research

Informal research into local people, places and stories

Finds

Work in progress…[explainer?]

Ongoing Projects

Ideas and help needed…?connect?

Its not just about shoes…

(sorry Dad!)

Northampton…

  • Although Northampton and connections with the shoe industry do go back to the 1400s – as you will (hopefully) find out – and as Northamptonians know – we have a great deal more to us and our heritage than shoes!
  • Dr Martens (Made in England) – at the Wollaston – Griggs & Co Ltd factory, were the origin of Dr Martens. They were also made in Daventry shoe factory (my Dad worked as a boot and shoe operative and cobbler all his life)
  • Northampton is also home to Church’s shoes (St James) [see links]
Stowe, Northants

Further information

  • Please get in touch for further details
  • Details to follow.

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