Sometimes the simplest of Saturday’s are needed Sometimes the simplest of Saturday’s are needed to refresh from the previous week. Mooching in town, sunshine, ciders and spending time with loved ones. Blissssss ☀️ 

Hope you’re having a wholesome Saturday. What’s yours looked like? 👇🏻 

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What a weekend, filled with catching up with pals, jubilee celebrations, moonlit walks in Northampton, wedding reception celebrations with colleagues and wine… lots and lots of wine 😂🥂

Safe to say I’m going on an alcohol detox after this weekend but at least we made some memories? What’s been your highlight this weekend? ☺️

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Happy Jubilee weekend, Northamptonshire 🇬🇧 Happy Jubilee weekend, Northamptonshire 🇬🇧

What a weekend of celebrations it’s been and I love how high streets and neighbourhoods have been getting into the spirit. Couldn’t resist snapping this photo as I love how royal Northampton was looking 👑 

Have you been celebrating the jubilee where you are? Tell me what you’ve been up to and what’s been happening in Northamptonshire 👇🏻

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Be your own sparkle ✨ Still haven’t quite rec Be your own sparkle ✨

Still haven’t quite recovered from Saturday’s charity bottomless brunch at White Hart in Great Houghton, but it was the BEST day! 🥰

Would throughly recommend taking a trip to see them as the people are great and I couldn’t stop smiling all day thanks to a fab bunch of girls and singing to lots of ABBA and Spice Girls ✌🏼 

👇🏻 I’m in a happy mood - tell me what’s been making you happy recently 

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April foodie photo dump 📸 Looking at my camer April foodie photo dump 📸 

Looking at my camera roll, turns out April was not only filled with lots of walking, work stuff and days out, but it involved ALOT of good food. Here’s a breakdown:

🍏 @bitestreet enjoying a @fashion.bake bao bun and @gyroguys1 doner meat and halloumi wrap washed down with @saxbys_cider 

🥯 Lots of Sunday coffees and smoked salmon and cream cheese bagels from @clairescottagekitchen 

🐟 Fish finger sandwich and best coffee chats at @clarke_and_dean 

☕️ Delicious iced coffee in the sunshine from @tenhandscafe 

🧁 Savoury and sweet afternoon tea at @olddairyfarmcrafts 

🍻 Stout and ale hauls from @haveigotbrewsforyou 

🍔 Insane blue cheese Mayo burger from @theflavourtrailer at @towcestermillbrewery 

I love looking back on my camera roll and smiling over the memories I’ve made this month. How has your April been? Let me know what food you enjoyed in Northamptonshire or beyond 👇🏻

#NavigatingNorthants #NorthantsFood #AprilPhotoDump #NorthantsFoodie #NicoleNavigates #NorthamptonshireFood #Bitestreet #Towcester #Northampton #NorthantsBlogger #NorthantsBloggers #NorthantsFoodBlogger #AprilFoodPhotos #ThisGirlEats #IndependentNorthants
If in doubt, always put the dress and heels on 💃🏻

Cocktails and dressing up last night with a friend was just what I needed to boost my confidence and luckily Northampton isn’t shy of places to visit on a Saturday night: @vandb_northampton @turtlebaynorthampton @maulecollective and @johnfranklinsbar to name a few 🍸 

Where are your favourite places to head to on a Saturday night in town? Let’s share recommendations below 👇🏻 

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BiteStreet NN, I’m back baby! ✌🏼 Incredibl BiteStreet NN, I’m back baby! ✌🏼

Incredible line up from vendors like @brokenbonebbq @fashion.bake and @canoodlestreetfood all washed down with some @saxbys_cider 👌🏼 it felt good to be back and my food cravings were satisfied!

Are you heading down this weekend? @bitestreet is on all day today and tomorrow at @northantsccc (let’s just pray the sunshine stays!)

📌 Save this post for things to do in Northampton 

#NavigatingNorthants #NorthantsFood #NorthantsFoodie #BitestreetNN #IndependentNorthants #NicoleNavigatesNorthants #ThisGirlEats #NorthamptonFood #NorthamptonFoodie #EatLocal #EatLocalNN #NNLovesLocal #StreetFoodNN #NorthantsHour #NorthantsFoodAndDrink
Pints of cider, spring sunshine and baby cuddles 👶🏼 (that’s a sitcom episode title, surely?)

Loved spending last night with @thewishfulluxury and @xangrim and of course, baby Emilia for cuddles with her auntie Nicole as we enjoyed the last of the sunshine ☀️ spring is definitely on its way! 

I hope the weather lasts this weekend. Tell me what your plans are and if you’re navigating Northamptonshire or beyond 😍

📍 Check out @towcestermillbrewery who have a fantastic pub garden for this time of year

#NicoleNavigates #NavigatingNorthants #Northamptonshire #Towcester #IndependentNorthants #NorthantsBlogger #TowcesterMillBrewery
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This was the first ever musical I saw in London when I was 11 years old and I remember being absolutely blown away by this show that featured the music of my favourite band: Queen ❤️

17 years later and I saw the 20th tour production at @royalderngate last night and it still blew my socks off - also very emotional and touching seeing s full auditorium waving their hands and singing along to “We Are The Champions” 🥲

It’s in Northampton until Saturday and if you’re lucky like me, you might be able to bag yourself a last minute ticket for £20 - yup, you heard me! 👀 

Have you seen We Will Rock You? Wanna know how you can bag affordable theatre tickets in Northampton? Let me know 👇🏻

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Northamptonshire, Theatre · 9th June 2022

School of Rock at Royal & Derngate

Get ready to rock and stick it to the man as School of Rock is in Northampton for one week only! 

This West End and Broadway hit musical has music written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, book by Julian Fellowes and lyrics by Glenn Slater to bring the classic Jack Black movie to life on stage with lights, music and a whole bunch of laughs. 

The story is based on the 2003 movie of the same name and follows Dewey Finn, a lazy, out-of-work rock singer and guitarist who pretends to be a substitute teacher to earn some money at a prestigious prep school, which soon turns into him forming a rock band of fifth graders after discovering their musical talents in attempt to win the Battle of the Bands contest. 

The show was like a familiar hug; if you know the film, it still gives nostalgic references to the Jack Black film (I pledge allegiance to the band) but without mimicking or trying to match the film’s characteristics. It was also refreshing to see how the musical has modernised with references to iPad’s, Guitar Hero and Taylor Swift. 

The set design was fantastic, especially during the performances at Battle of the Bands which made you feel like you were part of the audience at the contest – seeing School of Rock perform “Teacher’s Pet” was something I never thought would come true and I truly felt like I had stepped into one of my favourite films. 

Jake Sharp played the iconic loveable rock and roll slob, Dewey Finn who pretends to be Ned Schneebly – he was funny, energetic and somehow captured the lovable wannabe rockstar. I couldn’t believe just how much energy he put into every number – he must be shattered after the end of every performance. Great casting!

Rebecca Lock played the highly uptight and traditional, Rosalie Mullins, principal of Horace Green. She was an incredibly talented actress on stage, as you can sense the immense amount of pressure she was under as a character, but was able to still deliver a comedic performance whilst enchanting us with those high notes. I adored her rendition of “Where Did The Rock Go”.  

The adult ensemble made up the parts of the teachers, parents and other crucial characters to the story. Richard Morse played three different parts throughout, but managed to pull off something not many actors can do – diversify! He was a highlight performance for me too. 

Other highlights of the night for me included “Stick it to the man”, “You’re in the band” and I was in awe the whole time over the children’s rendition of “If Only You Would Listen”. The soundtrack on the whole was catchy, memorable and was able to condice the movie’s plot into music that meant we were still able to follow the storyline. 

A round of applause has to go to the children’s cast who all make up the students of Horace Green. Special mentions include Tia Isaac who played Tomika, the most introvert of the students who had a big voice – I loved her performance! Evie Marner, who played goody two shoes Summer had such an eye-catching stage presence that I was glued to her every time she came on stage. She’s got a bright future ahead of her.

Overall, the children’s cast worked in unison and guess what… They all played their own instruments too! One of the best childrens castings I’ve had the pleasure of watching and you can tell they have the best time on stage every night. 

School of Rock is performing at Royal & Derngate until Saturday 11th June – it’s a must see show if you’re looking to stick it to the man, rock out to some of the film’s songs whilst enjoying a whole new soundtrack.

★★★★★

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Sometimes the simplest of Saturday’s are needed Sometimes the simplest of Saturday’s are needed to refresh from the previous week. Mooching in town, sunshine, ciders and spending time with loved ones. Blissssss ☀️ 

Hope you’re having a wholesome Saturday. What’s yours looked like? 👇🏻 

#NavigatingNorthants #NicoleNavigates #LoveTowcester #SimpleSaturdays #Northamptonshire #Towcester #LocalLove #IndependentNorthants #TowcesterMillBrewery #NicoleNavigatesNorthants
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Safe to say I’m going on an alcohol detox after this weekend but at least we made some memories? What’s been your highlight this weekend? ☺️

#NicoleNavigates #JubileeWeekend
Happy Jubilee weekend, Northamptonshire 🇬🇧 Happy Jubilee weekend, Northamptonshire 🇬🇧

What a weekend of celebrations it’s been and I love how high streets and neighbourhoods have been getting into the spirit. Couldn’t resist snapping this photo as I love how royal Northampton was looking 👑 

Have you been celebrating the jubilee where you are? Tell me what you’ve been up to and what’s been happening in Northamptonshire 👇🏻

#NicoleNavigates #NavigatingNorthants #JubileeWeekend #JubileeWeekendNorthampton #Northampton
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Still haven’t quite recovered from Saturday’s charity bottomless brunch at White Hart in Great Houghton, but it was the BEST day! 🥰

Would throughly recommend taking a trip to see them as the people are great and I couldn’t stop smiling all day thanks to a fab bunch of girls and singing to lots of ABBA and Spice Girls ✌🏼 

👇🏻 I’m in a happy mood - tell me what’s been making you happy recently 

#NicoleNavigates #NavigatingNorthants
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Looking at my camera roll, turns out April was not only filled with lots of walking, work stuff and days out, but it involved ALOT of good food. Here’s a breakdown:

🍏 @bitestreet enjoying a @fashion.bake bao bun and @gyroguys1 doner meat and halloumi wrap washed down with @saxbys_cider 

🥯 Lots of Sunday coffees and smoked salmon and cream cheese bagels from @clairescottagekitchen 

🐟 Fish finger sandwich and best coffee chats at @clarke_and_dean 

☕️ Delicious iced coffee in the sunshine from @tenhandscafe 

🧁 Savoury and sweet afternoon tea at @olddairyfarmcrafts 

🍻 Stout and ale hauls from @haveigotbrewsforyou 

🍔 Insane blue cheese Mayo burger from @theflavourtrailer at @towcestermillbrewery 

I love looking back on my camera roll and smiling over the memories I’ve made this month. How has your April been? Let me know what food you enjoyed in Northamptonshire or beyond 👇🏻

#NavigatingNorthants #NorthantsFood #AprilPhotoDump #NorthantsFoodie #NicoleNavigates #NorthamptonshireFood #Bitestreet #Towcester #Northampton #NorthantsBlogger #NorthantsBloggers #NorthantsFoodBlogger #AprilFoodPhotos #ThisGirlEats #IndependentNorthants
If in doubt, always put the dress and heels on 💃🏻

Cocktails and dressing up last night with a friend was just what I needed to boost my confidence and luckily Northampton isn’t shy of places to visit on a Saturday night: @vandb_northampton @turtlebaynorthampton @maulecollective and @johnfranklinsbar to name a few 🍸 

Where are your favourite places to head to on a Saturday night in town? Let’s share recommendations below 👇🏻 

#NicoleNavigates #NavigatingNorthants #Northampton #ThingsToDoNorthampton #SaturdayNightNorthants #NorthamptonTown
BiteStreet NN, I’m back baby! ✌🏼 Incredibl BiteStreet NN, I’m back baby! ✌🏼

Incredible line up from vendors like @brokenbonebbq @fashion.bake and @canoodlestreetfood all washed down with some @saxbys_cider 👌🏼 it felt good to be back and my food cravings were satisfied!

Are you heading down this weekend? @bitestreet is on all day today and tomorrow at @northantsccc (let’s just pray the sunshine stays!)

📌 Save this post for things to do in Northampton 

#NavigatingNorthants #NorthantsFood #NorthantsFoodie #BitestreetNN #IndependentNorthants #NicoleNavigatesNorthants #ThisGirlEats #NorthamptonFood #NorthamptonFoodie #EatLocal #EatLocalNN #NNLovesLocal #StreetFoodNN #NorthantsHour #NorthantsFoodAndDrink
Pints of cider, spring sunshine and baby cuddles 👶🏼 (that’s a sitcom episode title, surely?)

Loved spending last night with @thewishfulluxury and @xangrim and of course, baby Emilia for cuddles with her auntie Nicole as we enjoyed the last of the sunshine ☀️ spring is definitely on its way! 

I hope the weather lasts this weekend. Tell me what your plans are and if you’re navigating Northamptonshire or beyond 😍

📍 Check out @towcestermillbrewery who have a fantastic pub garden for this time of year

#NicoleNavigates #NavigatingNorthants #Northamptonshire #Towcester #IndependentNorthants #NorthantsBlogger #TowcesterMillBrewery
We Will Rock You, Northampton 🤘🏻🎸 This w We Will Rock You, Northampton 🤘🏻🎸

This was the first ever musical I saw in London when I was 11 years old and I remember being absolutely blown away by this show that featured the music of my favourite band: Queen ❤️

17 years later and I saw the 20th tour production at @royalderngate last night and it still blew my socks off - also very emotional and touching seeing s full auditorium waving their hands and singing along to “We Are The Champions” 🥲

It’s in Northampton until Saturday and if you’re lucky like me, you might be able to bag yourself a last minute ticket for £20 - yup, you heard me! 👀 

Have you seen We Will Rock You? Wanna know how you can bag affordable theatre tickets in Northampton? Let me know 👇🏻

#NavigatingNorthants #WeWillRockYouTour #RoyalAndDerngate #NorthantsTheatre #Northampton
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I’ve loved playing this comedic role and it’s been fabulous doing what I love: singing, acting, making people laugh and again… making a right fool of myself!

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📍 Come see us at Syresham Village Hall, NN13 5HE - tickets on sale at the door for 7:30pm start (and 2:30pm tomorrow)

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