Fox & Hounds Lower Harleston
Lively Northampton gastropub with high chairs, a kids' menu, outdoor seating and vegan and gluten-free options — booking recommended.

Cafés · Northampton
The Red Barn is a cosy Northampton café where families can settle in over coffee and a bite, with outdoor seating that's handy when the little ones need a bit of room to wriggle. At ££ it's an easy, relaxed spot, and a 4.7 rating from 92 reviews suggests plenty of parents have left happy.

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Lively Northampton gastropub with high chairs, a kids' menu, outdoor seating and vegan and gluten-free options — booking recommended.
A well-rated Northampton farm shop (4.6 from nearly 1,300 reviews), relaxed and easy to browse with the kids in tow.
Farm shop café doing excellent-value cooked breakfasts, with high chairs, buggy access and free parking — just don't come in a rush.