Welcome to Avon

Avon Northamptonshire is a small village located in the East Midlands region of England. It is situated in the county of Northamptonshire and is home to a population of around 1,500 people. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. It is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a peaceful and relaxing break.

One of the main attractions in Avon Northamptonshire is the beautiful St. John the Baptist Church. This historic building dates back to the 13th century and is a fine example of medieval architecture. The church is open to visitors and is a popular spot for weddings and other special events. Another popular attraction in the village is the Avon Mill Garden Centre. This family-run business offers a wide range of plants, flowers, and gardening supplies, as well as a café and gift shop.

Avon Northamptonshire is also home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include a summer fete, a Christmas market, and a village show. Overall, Avon Northamptonshire is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a taste of traditional English life.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.4°C

Feels Like: 7.3°C

Wind: 16.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Vernon Terrace Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Cassiano	Vernon Terrace Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 5HE 01604633894 School Website
Progress Schools - Northamptonshire Other Independent Special School Ages:13-16 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Mccann	8 Notre Dame Mew Northampton NN1 2BG 1604970320 School Website
St Andrew's College Other Independent School Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Miss Cheryl Smith	St Andrew's Healthcare Smyth House Billing Road Northampton NN1 5DG 1604616800
Hospital And Outreach Education Academy Alternative Provision Converter Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr James Shryane	Delapre Learning Centre Alton St, Off Main Rd Far Cotton Northampton Northamptonshire NN4 8EN 1604662250 School Website
The Spires Academy Free Schools Alternative Provision Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr David Bishop	59-77 Sheep Street Northampton NN1 2NE 1604801320 School Website
Barry Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Caron Gardner-Potter	Barry Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 5JS 01604234574 School Website
Queen Eleanor Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Isaac Howarth	Queen Eleanor Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN4 8NN 01604761200 School Website
Spring Lane Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Peter Hynes	Spring Lane Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 2JW 01604639114 School Website
Northampton School For Boys Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Richard Bernard	Billing Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 5RT 01604230240 School Website
Castle Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Zoe Mcintyre	St George's Street Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 2TR 01604638679 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Northampton Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP 0.92 Miles

Long Buckby Station Road, Long Buckby, Northamptonshire, NN6 7QA 9.60 Miles

Wellingborough Midland Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1NA 9.77 Miles

Wolverton Stratford Road, Wolverton, Buckinghamshire, MK12 5LJ 11.93 Miles

Kettering Station Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7HJ 13.04 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Northhampton Cars 01604 606030 Spencer House, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5AA 0.44 Miles
Northampton Cab 01604 606040 Spencer House/3 Spencer Pde, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5AA 0.44 Miles
Rosewood Chauffeurs 01604 636744 16 The Av, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5BT 0.46 Miles
Amber Cars 01604 232666 35-37 Kingswell Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1PP 0.57 Miles
Sky Cars 01604 604600 56A Wellingborough Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4DN 0.61 Miles
Minikas Taxis 01604 949484 63 Gold Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1RA 0.65 Miles
Bounds Taxis 01604 626262 9-11 Bradshaw Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2HL 0.66 Miles
Premier Class Chauffeur Cars 01604 705000 Bradshaw Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2HL 0.66 Miles
A1 Taxis 01604 622227 2 Horseshoe Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1TB 0.70 Miles
A2b Cars 01604 949484 64 Overstone Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3JS 0.76 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Nn1 Waterside Campus Po Box Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nn1 Riverside Way Northampton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nn4 New South Bridge Road Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Nn1 Bedford Mansions Derngate Northampton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nn1 General Hospital Reception Northampton Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nn1 Morrisons Supermarket Northampton Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nn1 Cliftonville Northampton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nn1 Spencer Parade Northampton Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nn1 Derngate Gym Northampton Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nn4 St Leonards Road Northampton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Giles Street Parcel Box Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
St Giles Street 1 (Double Box) Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Nn1 Bridge Street Northampton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Giles Street 2 (Double Box) Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Abington Street 1 (Double Box) Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Northampton Extended Access 01604 970917	Highfield Clinical Care C Cliftonville Road Northamption Northamptonshire NN1 5BU
Maple Access Partnership Llp 01604 250969	Maple Access Partnership Maple House 17-19 Hazelwood Road Northampton NN1 1LG
St. Andrews Health Care	St. Andrews Hospital Billing Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 5DG
The Mounts Medical Centre 01604 632117	The Mounts Medical Centre Campbell Street Northampton NN1 3DS
Abington Park Surgery 01604 630396	Abington Park Surgery Christchurch Medical Ctr. Ardington Road Northampton NN1 5LT

Local Stores

Barry Road
Barry Road
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN1 5JS
01604 639950
shop.4616@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.94 miles

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SPAR Westbridge
SPAR
Westbridge Motors
St James Road
Northampton
NN5 5HS
01604 590966
Store Website
1.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Companion Care (Northampton Nene Valley) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Nene Valley Retail Park Unit C2 Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 1ET 01604 212 712 northampton@companioncare.co.uk Website 0.79 miles
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Rhodes Vets Towcester Road
66 Towcester Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN4 8LQ 01604 762607 reception@rhodes-vets.co.uk Website 0.89 miles

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By appointment only Reception open all day for sales/enquiries.
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Vets4pets Northampton
Unit 4/5 Beckett Retail Park 7 St James Mill Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN5 5JW 01604 753 300 northampton@vets4pets.com Website 1.14 miles
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Abington Park Vets
427 Wellingborough Road Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 4EZ 01604 628 685 info@abingtonvets.co.uk Website 1.38 miles

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Northlands Veterinary Group
1 The Drive Kingsley Park Northampton Northamptonshire NN1 4RY 01604 637175 northampton@northlands-vets.co.uk 1.41 miles
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Abington Park Vets
Acorn Practice 15 Vicarage Road St James Northampton Northamptonshire NN5 7AX 01604 753881 info@abingtonvets.co.uk 1.50 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Harlestone Firs
There Are So Many Different Trails To Choose From. Some Are Pathed Others Are Off Path And Through The Woods. It Does Say To Keep Dogs On The Lead, But No One Actually Does. However, There Is A Likely Chance There Will Be Horses And Cyclists On The Route So You Probably Will Have To Put Dogs On The Lead In Those Situations. Heathgate Cottages Harlestone Rd Northampton Lancashire NN5 6UJ 3.94 miles It'S Literally Opposit Harlestone Heath Garden Centre, Which Postcode Is The Same As The Walk (Nn5 6Uj)

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Sywell Country Park
This Lovely Walk Is Around A Reservoir And Takes About An Hour And A Half To Complete. It Has The Water One Side Of The Path And On The Other Is Fields Which Are Fenced Off. There Are Gateways Throughout Separating The Walk Into Sections, Which Is Good For Dogs That Don't Like To Come Back!! There's A Café At The Entrance, A Kids Play Area (Dogs Not Allowed In There), And Poo Bins Around The Site So That You Don't Have To Carry The Bags All The Way Around. Parking Is £3 At The Moment. Park View Washbrook Ln Ecton Northampton NN6 0QX 5.65 miles

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Salcey Forest
There Are Various Walks Available From Walks On Pathed Areas To Going Off The Main Track Into The Woods Requiring Your Wellies! Maps Of The Different Walks Are Available At The Cafe. Parking Is Paid At The Main Car Park By The Cafe And Children's Play Area Or You Can Park For Free At The Horse Box Parking If There Is Room. The Children's Play Area Is Very Good For Little Ones And There Is Also A Tree Top Walk. The Dogs Can Go Off Lead All The Way Round. Salcey Forest Hartwell Northampton Lancashire NN7 2HX 5.66 miles

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Castle Ashby Gardens
We Had A Nice Day With Our Dog At Castle Ashby Gardens. Walk Through The Well Maintained Estate. There's Plenty To See. There Is A Short Woodland Walk That Has Been Marked Out, Round The Pond. Go Through The Arboretum And Into The Different Gardens. Dogs Can Even Go In The Glass Palmery. We Saw Several Other Dogs There. Lots Of Magical Pathways And Hiding Places. A Nice Half Day Out. Take A Picnic. Free Parking, Toilets, Cafe, Playground And Easy To Find. There's Even A Small Menagerie Although Dogs Not Allowed In There. Tickets £9.60. Check Their Website For More Details. Castle Ashby Gardens Castle Ashby Lancashire 6.26 miles Well Sign Posted

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Old Train Line Walk Brixworth
I Highly Recommend This Walk! Spratton Rd Northampton Lancashire NN6 9DT 6.90 miles It Is Located Between Spratton And Brixworth. As There Aren’T Really And Other Locations On That Road, It Isn’T Hard To Miss And The Car Park Is Straight Off The Road. The Post Code I Believe Is, Nn6 9Dt

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Irchester Country Park
Old Ironstone Quarry. Jungle Park Activities For Children. Short And Long Trails Through 83 Hectares Of Woodland. On And Off Lead Walks. 89 Gipsy Ln Irchester Wellingborough NN29 7DJ 9.95 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-8.8°C	-8.8°C	-11.1°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-12.1°C	-11.9°C	-11.5°C	-11°C	-7.8°C	-4.2°C	0.2°C	3.6°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	0.4°C	-0.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	-1.3°C	-1.8°C	-1.6°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	2.5°C	5.5°C	6.7°C	6.1°C	4.2°C	2.9°C	0.6°C
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