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British Grand Prix: 2 to 5 July

The 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix takes place at Silverstone from Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 July - find out about traffic management, travel and accommodation.

British Grand Prix - information for residents and visitors
Max Verstappen and Louis Hamilton battle it out for the lead at Silverstone Grand Prix

Northampton Central Library refurbishments

Northampton Central Library is being improved to bring different services together in one place and make the building more modern and easier to use.

Library refurbishments
Beige large arch with a Library Plus poster on the right top half purple and bottom half yellow

Recycling centres

You must now book before visiting recycling centres. Bookings can be made up to 2 weeks ahead of your visit and up to 30 minutes before your visit, subject to availability.

Book a Household Waste Recycling Centre visit

Parking charges update

We will not be introducing car parking charges for blue badge holders, nor to Northampton’s country parks, after listening to further public feedback.

Parking to remain free for blue badge holders and Northampton country park visitors
Cars parked in a multi-storey

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