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I'm Anna-Lou, editor of Muddy Northamptonshire, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

Making plans? Find your perfect Pub, Inn, Hotel, Café, Restaurant or Bar across the Muddy counties.

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September 2018

The latest handpicked businesses we think you’ll love

8 vegan friendly eateries

Vegans unite! Got the munchies and not sure where to go? Muddy has your back with our guide to Vegan eateries
- 10 gluten free places to eat out
  
  A food trend that's gaining momentum and N'hants is certainly listening! Here's a Muddy round...
- Muddy visits Barton Hall (again ; )
  
  Any visit will have you feeling special at this super stylish Kettering hotel, and the extensive...
- 10 Muddy pubs with gorgeous beer gardens
  
  The heatwave is on its way back so grab the girls (or even the Mudlets) and get thee to a pub garden, pronto. It's a pint of lager for moi, merci beaucoup!
- 10 pretty perfect picnic spots
  
  It's time to dig out the wicker basket and fill it with al fresco goodies, the weather has never been so accommodating Mudsters. Enjoy the fresh air and remember to tell us your picnic gems

Our honest reviews of the UK’s best schools

Our curated A-Z of the grooviest local businesses

Already thinking about your next holiday?

Well, if you go down to the woods, you’ll be sure of a big surprise. In a good way, mind. Luxury log forest cabin with extra treats for Muddy readers? Let’s go.
- Muddy stays at The Swallows Rest
  
  The Swallows Rest B&B philosophy has always been 'we don't do ordinary', and we at Muddy...
- Muddy reviews – Love2Yurt
  
  Chilled fizz, countryside and camping. A unique treat that's just down the road and in the...

New season, new shoes

Do you need any encouragement to buy new shoes? Does anyone?! Clear some space on the shoe rack – I’ve rounded up my Top 15 footwear favourites for autumn, from elegant ankle boots to the super-cool sneakers.
- Best foot forward
  
  15 ways to rock your footwear this month, from garden parties and weddings to the ultimate girls' night out.
- Meghan Markle, the ultimate style steals
  
  Fancy feeling like a Princess? Here's a few style tips that'll add a bit of Markle sparkle to your wardrobe and make you feel like a Duchess!

World Premiere – Lovely Bones

Haunting, beautiful and funny, this is two hours of your evening VERY well spent. Maybe pack some tissues…
- Heading to Edinburgh Fringe?
  
  Don't become brochure blind at Edinburgh Fringe. Here are the show's that have made Muddy must-see list in 2018.
- 6 films for the kids, 6 films for you
  
  Calling all movie lovers! The Massive Movie Calendar has daily inspiration to help keep the kids entertained or plan the ultimate girls' night in! Muddy's selected a handful to get you started...

Flexible working – a personal view

It’s a contentious issue, that’s for sure! Wanna know what I think?
Kids
- Happy Little Glampers
  
  A small family business that turns any sleepover into something more spectacular! Everything is done from the set up to the laundry - this one's not just a treat for the kids!
- Back to school blues?
  
  Ding ding! Uniforms are ironed, pencils are sharpened, but going back to school can be stressful. Here, teachers offer their top tips for kids (and parents).

The weird world of Craig David

What do Kestrel Kes, Louboutins and Willy Wonka have in common? Here are 10 things you didn’t know about comeback king, Craig.
- World Cup Wonders
  
  Far be it from us to objectify the World Cup's hottest footballers. Instead we've found you the smartest. Seriously!
- Muddy meets… Professor Robert Winston
  
  Want to improve your learning (or theirs - it's GSCE time!) The most famous moustache in modern medicine knows how to help.