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Northampton is one of the largest towns in England and is rapidly growing in popularity as a top-tier stag do destination. Granted, a town historically famous for its shoe industry may not be the first place you’d stick a pin in on a map, but you’d be doing yourself a disservice to overlook it. With a thriving nightlife scene, a compact town centre, and a great selection of adrenaline-fuelled activities, you could do much worse than arrange a Northampton stag do.
In fact, the primary appeal of this destination is simply how well-located it is. It is basically smack bang in the middle of England—more central than Birmingham and further north than Milton Keynes. It provides the perfect meeting point for groups who are scattered across the country. If you have mates coming from London, Leeds, and Bristol, Northampton is the glorious compromise that saves everyone from a five-hour drive.
But convenience isn't the only draw. Because it isn't a typical "tourist trap" city, your budget goes much further here. Hotels are cheaper, pints are cheaper, and the activities are world-class.
To make life easier for the Best Man, we have curated a selection of stag packages that combine the best elements of the town into one easy booking.
Our packages bundle your accommodation, activities, and nightlife entry together. Whether you want a full-throttle weekend with Tank Driving and Casinos, or a physical weekend with Zorb Football and Paintball, we can build the perfect itinerary for your group.
Booking a package is the smartest way to organize a large group. It saves you the hassle of collecting money for separate hotels and activities, and it often works out much cheaper than booking everything individually. We handle the logistics, so you can focus on the important stuff—like keeping the groom in one piece.
Accommodation is plentiful and varied for any Northampton stag weekend. No matter what your desires or budgetary restrictions may be, you’ll find some well-located options that will perfectly meet your needs.
For many groups, the priority is budget. We work with excellent Budget Hotels and Guest Houses that offer clean, comfortable rooms right in the town centre. These are perfect if you plan on spending very little time in the room and just need a base to crash after a night out.
On the other hand, if you want a bit more comfort, Northampton boasts some excellent 4-Star Hotels. These often include leisure facilities like pools and gyms, allowing you to sweat out the hangover in style before hitting the town for round two. Because hotel prices here are generally lower than in major cities, you might find you can afford an upgrade that would be out of budget elsewhere.
But what is there to do? Once you’ve arrived and checked in, the next consideration is the daytime entertainment. We have over thirty activities designed to provide high-quality entertainment. Here are just three of our most popular Northampton stag do activities:
Tank Driving is the ultimate power trip. What you want on any stag do is to do something you’ve never had the chance to try before, and what could be more appealing than driving a war machine? These aren’t mini tanks or cut-down versions; these are real, full-size beasts. It often takes three of you to operate one vehicle effectively, so you’d better make sure you’ve got some co-operation going on with your mates, or you’ll end up going around in circles in the mud!
Greyhound Racing is another massive hit. An evening at the races is a classic stag tradition, combining drinking, gambling, and shouting at fast-moving animals. Northampton is well-located for Towcester Racecourse, one of the finest tracks in the country. It’s a brilliant way to start an evening—get a few beers in, place a few bets, and hopefully win enough cash to pay for the first round at the club.
Zorb Football is the king of physical comedy. If you don’t know what this is, imagine five-a-side football, but with the top half of your body encased in a giant inflatable bubble. This makes traditional tackling impossible; instead, you just run full speed at your mates and bounce them into the stratosphere. It is exhausting, sweaty, and absolutely hilarious. We often find that the guys who are terrible at football are actually the best at Zorb Football because they have no fear!
Of course, being in Northamptonshire (the home of F1), Go Karting is also top-tier here, alongside classic woodland Paintball sites.
The nightlife in Northampton is surprisingly robust, with everything you could imagine available to you. As sensible people, we’d recommend grabbing something to eat before you go out drinking.
Your Northampton stag party will have its pick of cuisines. Whether you want to just have a greasy burger and a pint to line the stomach, or whether you want to relax and enjoy a full three-course sit-down meal at a steakhouse or curry house, the town centre has plenty of options.
Once your appetites have been satiated, it's time to explore the pubs. With a wide range of bars located just moments away from each other on streets like Bridge Street and Gold Street, you’ll get the chance to explore many of them without having to do a lot of walking (or paying for taxis). This walkable nature is one of the best things about a night out here.
The most popular after-bar destination is always a Nightclub. Northampton has venues that are hugely popular and will keep you drinking and dancing until the sun comes up. If you don’t fancy a nightclub, why not visit one of the popular Gentlemen’s Clubs? Or, if you’d rather combine gambling with your drinking, the local Casinos are very welcoming to stag groups.
You don't have to take our word for it. We have sent countless groups to Northampton, and they often come back surprised by how good it was.
Check out our Real Stag Diary: My Northampton Stag Do.
In this detailed review, two different Best Men recount their weekends. One involves a "Zombie Apocalypse" survival game, and the other involves VIP nightclub treatment. It gives you a genuine look at how a weekend here plays out, proving that you don't need to go to a capital city to have a legendary time.
As mentioned, the location is the secret weapon of a Northampton stag do. Situated right off the M1 motorway, it is incredibly easy to drive to from London, the North, or the Midlands.
The train station is well-connected, with direct lines to London Euston and Birmingham New Street taking less than an hour. Once you arrive, the town is compact enough that you can walk to most places, or hop in a cheap local taxi for activities on the outskirts (like the tank driving or paintball).
Still not sure if Northampton is right for you? Please explore our other amazing stag weekend locations or browse our comprehensive accommodation list. Alternatively, simply get in touch with one of our expert organizers or visit our main page to discover more stag do ideas and how we can help.
The Stag and Hen Experience has been creating the best stag weekends away since 2009, so if you're looking to plan a stag weekend package anywhere in the UK or abroad, get in touch on 01202 566100 or via this email address : [email protected] and one of our expert stag do organisers will help you put together a fantastic stag do for you and your group.
