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Take a break, read or swap books at the Acorn Barn.

Friendly staff. Cracking selection for a cyclist on a long ride on the A5.

Ventilation chimney for the grand Union Canal Tunnel below wow.

Gayton is a lovely hilltop village that enjoys splendid views of the Northamptonshire countryside. It is not far from the Grand Union Canal and the remarkable Blisworth Tunnel, one of the longest canal tunnels in the world. The remains of what was probably a Roman temple were discovered half a mile (0.8 km) to the south east of the village.

Just south of Northampton, Blisworth is a pleasant village on the Grand Union Canal. It has long been associated with rail travel and a station was built here for the London to Birmingham line, as well as a majestic arched bridge, designed by Robert Stephenson. The station has since gone but the West Coast Mainline passes close to the village. As well as the canal's towpath, nearby Salcey Forest will also interest walkers. There are a range of facilities and three waymarked walking trails that explore the woodland.

This landmark is a ventilation tunnel for the Grand Union Canal, which passes under the field through the Blisworth Tunnel at this point.

Tucked just behind the shops on Chantry lane, the Gothic Medieval church of St Lawrence provides an area of calm reflection away from the bustle of town. The ancient grounds (dating back to at least 921 AD) are well maintained and contain a number of old trees, the Yew being especially old. For more detailed information and opening/service times etc, visit: http://www.tovebenefice.org.uk/st-lawrence-churchyard/

Be on the lookout for muntjack deer! I have seen these here a couple of times, mainly towards the main road end of the park, near the river banks in the taller shrubs and grasses.