What's on

Brought to you by Higham Ferrers Tourism, Business and Community Partnership

An exciting calendar of events and exhibitions in our beautiful market town. Many taking place in the medieval Chichele College and gardens - a jewel in the town's historically rich crown.

Don't forget, from April to October, many local artists exhibit and sell their work in the Chichele College. See details >>

CHICHELE GARDEN FAIR

Saturday 31 May 9am - 3pm

Venue: Chichele College

FREE ENTRY

A unique and beautiful setting for garden lovers to indulge. Not quite Chelsea, but homespun and community minded. Our annual fair is held in the ancient, walled, medieval-style garden of Chichele College and the adjoining Duchy Barn Garden. A variety of stalls will be selling plants and garden-related fare.

This year, our theme is Tudor Times, with an exhibition of local school children's art in the Chichele College building entitled ‘A View from Chichele College in Tudor Times’. Plus a herb-themed planted wheelbarrow competition for local groups and schools.

With a steel band, refreshments from the NAAFI van, and willow weaving demonstrations, there is much to enjoy for all ages. Once again, being a Farmer’s Market morning, we shall be accompanied by bell ringing.

THE GREAT BIG GREEN WEEK

Saturday 7 ─ Sunday 15 June

Local schoolchildren taking part in activities at Chichele College as part of this national campaign.

Secret Gardens of Higham Ferrers

Sunday 15 June from 12 noon to 5pm

Cost: Programmes £5 per adult (children under 16 free) on sale from the Market Square on the day

The residents of Higham Ferrers welcome visitors to their garden each year. The gardens range from the quirky to the formal, some with sweeping lawns and mature trees, while others boast butterfly and bee-friendly refuges, as well as winding paths leading to secluded sitting areas, with another featuring grasses creating height, texture, and movement.

Buy plants for your own garden or sit awhile sipping a summer cocktail listening to a duo playing relaxing guitar music.

LIVE AT CHICHELE COLLEGE

SHANNONDORE - a local IRISH BAND

Date: Friday 20 June 7.30pm

FREE ENTRY | Licenced Bar | Real Ale | NEW for 2025 Enjoy listening inside the building or outside in the garden with sound and lights (weather permitting)

Working in partnership with Higham Ferrers Town Council

ART EXHIBITION

Saturday 28 June and Sunday 29 June 10-4

Venue: Chichele College

Details coming soon ...

Live at Chichele College

Northampton Male Voice lite Choir

Friday 11 July 7.30pm

FREE ENTRY

Licenced Bar | Real Ale | NEW for 2025 Enjoy listening inside the building or outside in the garden with sound and lights (weather permitting)

Working in partnership with Higham Ferrers Town Council

Hifars Archaeology Allsorts

Saturday 26 to Sunday 27 July

Venue: Chichele College

Time: 10am to 4pm

Exhibition by the local archaeology society a part the CBA Festival of Archaeology 2025.

FREE ENTRY

TOWN-WIDE GARAGE SALE

Saturday 30 August from 9am

Maps £1 on sale from Market Square on the day

share photography EXHIBITION

Saturday 30 August and Sunday 31 August 10-4

Venue: Chichele College

Details coming soon ...

HIGHAM FERRERS HORTICULTURAL SHOW

Saturday 13 September 11am ─ 4pm

Venue: Chichele College

Higham Ferrers Horticultural Show is open to everyone, young and old, beginners and experienced producers. You don't have to live in Higham Ferrers to take part – all entries are very welcome.

Some classes will be just for fun and some for those who take their produce far more seriously, classes for vegetables, fruit, flowers, floral art, cakes and preserves.

There is plenty of time for you to plan what you will be showcasing. The recipes for the baking section will be on our website along with details of classes and how to enter.

From early spring entry forms can be downloaded from this website or they can be picked up from the Town Hall.

Entrants can submit a maximum of three exhibits in each class. It is 50p an entry and free for children. Its free to view the winning entries.

Details of classes and how to enter coming soon ...

Northants and Rutland Open Studios

Saturday 20 September to Sunday 28 September

NEW to Chichele College

An artist network empowering artists and engaging communities, exhibiting at Chichele College for the first time during the national Heritage Open Days Festival.

Fashion Show

Friday 10 October 7.30pm

Bede House, Higham Ferrers

Tickets: £7 with free glass of wine or soft drink

Italian Fashion Brands & styles including “Lagenlook”, “Cadenza” & the “Made in Italy range” which are One Size Collections that flatter and allow you to believe in yourself no matter what size or age you are. Comfortable Stylish, Ready to Wear Fashion you won’t find on the high street that will put that spring in your step and give you the extra confidence for any occasion.