Explore the Histories of Northamptonshire Interactive Timeline

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1837 to Present

Industrial development, the extension of transport links, and social reforms create a growing Northamptonshire with a vibrant and diverse history to explore.

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Victorian 1875-1900

Straitjacket

A constraining garment used to restrict the movement of its wearer, preventing injury to themselves, others or property. This straitjacket comes from Hardingstone Workhouse.

Victorian 1890-1910

Hobby Horse

Hobby horse costume worn for the Yardley Gobion Morris dance on May Day in the early 20th century.

Victorian c. 1901

Paisley Pear

This Paisley Pear is an exceptional piece of Bucking Point Bobbin lace. Lacemaking was a prominent Northamptonshire industry from the 17th to 20th centuries.

1902

Tree Label

Tree label identifying a Hemlock spruce, part of the arboretum planted by the Sotheby family of Ecton Hall.

1875 - 1925

Handmade Eydon Cape

An elegant cape made by the wife of the Eydon village tailor and drapery shop proprieter most likely in the early 20th century.

1909 - 1940

Scout Trek Cart

Scout Trek Cart used by the 1st Kettering Scout Group for expeditions and camps, possibly since the troop's formation in 1909.

1915

Military Cross

First World War Military Cross awarded to Lieutenant OK Parker for gallentry during what is often called the blackest day in the Northamptonshire Regiment's history.

1917

Mackintosh Chair

This chair is one of four made for Wenman Bassett-Lowke and his house at 78 Derngate, whose decoration was designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.