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Northampton - Northampton Saints

Premiership Rugby Series - Northampton

Fast Facts About Northampton to Know for Your Matchday

• F1 fans should be all too familiar with Northampton given its proximity to the famous Silverstone Circuit.

• Weetabix, Carlsberg, and Doc Martens are all made in Northampton.

• Northampton was last European Champions in 2000. They won the Challenge Cup in 2009 and 2014, and the inaugural Premiership Rugby Cup in 2019.

Current Premiership Standings

• Northampton are sitting firmly atop both their Premiership table and they were also top of their Investec Cup pool.

• Their recent performance is reflected in the fact several Saint’s players were selected for the English squad in the Six Nations.

• Players to keep an eye on the day include Tommy Freeman, George Furbank, Courtney Lawes (prior to his move to France), Sam Matavesi, Alex Mitchell, Tom Pearson and Finn Smith.

• You can find their latest highlights below:

Best Area to Stay in Northampton & the Stadium

Abington

• This residential area to the east of the town centre offers a quieter atmosphere while still being within walking distance or a short bus journey to central Northampton.

• You can occupy yourself on the days before the match with a trip to the infamous Bletchley Park (home of the codebreakers during WW2).

Cinch Stadium

• It has been the home of the Saints since the late 19th century and has undergone several renovations and expansions to improve facilities and accommodate more fans.

• It has a capacity of 15,000 and tickets range from £34 to £54.

Best Breakfast & Coffee in Northampton for Before and After the Match

Saints Coffee - St Giles' St

• In addition to their stellar coffee offerings, Saints Coffee also boasts a tempting selection of pastries and breakfast items, ideal for pairing with your favorite coffee before the match.

• Located smack bang in the town centre also.

Cafe Marseille - Sheep St

• Café Marseille is a delightful slice of France nestled in the heart of Northampton, offering an authentic culinary experience that transports you straight to the streets of Paris.

• Their coffee also packs a punch and you’ll likely be grabbing a few for takeaway.

Is your destination not covered?

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1. Your friends leave everything until last minute.

2. They rely on one person to pick what the entire group is doing and where you are going.

3. If a place is rubbish, your friends turn to you and never let you forget that woefully bad place you took them.

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Best Restaurants in Northampton for Before and After the Match