Past Events

The Bradlaugh Fields Bash – Children’s Fun Run: On the 8 September 2007 was the The Bradlaugh Bash and children’s fun run. The day was a great success and also included Clarence the Dragon, wood carving demonstrations, bouncy castle and a dog show/competition.

Bradlaugh Fields Christmas Event: Bradlaugh Volunteers came together for a Christmas celebration at The Barn on Bradlaugh Fields. From 10-12noon on Sunday 17 December 2006 people came along and made natural decorations for their home and garden and helped celebrate another successful year’s hard work and 10 years of looking after Bradlaugh Fields as a beautiful open space.

Bird Watching at Bradlaugh Fields: The Barn on Bradlaugh Fields held a bird watching event on Saturday 2 December. The Barn used as a 'hide' to watch Bradlaugh Fields' garden birds, was ideal for those interested in local wildlife that wanted to learn more about Bradlaugh’s birds and bird watching.

Bradlaugh Fields Open Day: Bradlaugh Fields held an open day on Saturday 15 July in a bid to raise money to support park development. The event organised by the local community group who manages Bradlaugh Fields - the Bradlaugh Barn Association (BBA)- held a host of activities including a mass picnic, dog show, bouncy castle, games and stalls.

Let's Go Fly a Kite At Bradlaugh Fields: Colourful kites filled the sky at Bradlaugh Fields at an event, which took place on Saturday 3 June 2006. Locals gathered from 12–4 to watch Northampton Kite Fliers demonstrate display kites as well as flying their own. Those without kites were invited to The Barn to make their own and join in the outdoor fun.

Love Is In The Air At Bradlaugh Fields: Loveable activities were held at The Barn on Bradlaugh Fields in a bid to get 'loved up' ahead of Valentines Day. The event that took place on 12 February included tying love messages onto Bradlaugh's 'clootie' or wishing tree. Some believe for a wish to come true, a piece of cloth called a clootie is tied to a tree as the wish is made. Others took part by making heart shaped bird feeders and decorating the Art wall with their definition of love.