Northampton is a town that enjoys a pretty central position in the country, although it's officially classified as part of the East Midlands. It has good access to major sporting attractions, and if you take up car hire in Northampton, Silverstone and Towcester Race Course are just a short drive. The town has some unique and interesting architectural features, including the National Lift Tower which punctuates the skyline, and Northampton Guildhall which is particularly ornate.
Hiring a car in Northampton gives you access to the M1 which is immediately west of the town as well as the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside.
Visitors can mark the centre of Northampton via the spire of the All Saints Church. Shoppers may then head for Abington Street or Market Square, where they'll find a busy market along with the town's major shopping malls – the Grosvenor Centre and Peacock Place.
If you're looking to explore the region, hire a car from Northampton and Delaprey Abbey is less than 10 minutes away; or alternatively, venture into the beautiful territories surrounding Stanwick Lakes via the A45 east.
If you're a motor-racing fan, rent a car from Northampton and the famous Silverstone race circuit is a short drive down the A43, passing through Towcester.
