Wollaston, Northamptonshire

Flower Delivery to Wollaston – A Village and Civil Parish in Northamptonshire

The village of Wollaston lies in the Nene Valley in East Northamptonshire. It is located close to the border of Bedfordshire and is to the east of the A509. A Northamptonshire village, Wollaston is also known for shoemaking. In fact, the popular Dr Matens boots were manufactured in the village until 2003.

HISTORY

Developed as a linear settlement, Wollaston started at what is now known as Cobbs Lane towards Bell End, Rotten Row, St Michaels' Lane and Strixton. The village was occupied as early as the Roman times, evidenced by the remains of a Romano British vineyard.

The discovery of a Saxon-style iron helmet proved that Wollaston was occupied by the Saxons. Plus, it is believed that the name of the village comes from “Wulflaf's Town” with Wulflaf being the name of a Saxon chief.

A castle, Beacon Hill, was built in Wollaston during the Medieval Period. Beacon Hill was a motte and bailey structure. Under act of parliament, the village was enclosed in 1788 thus reducing the number of landowners from 108 to 18.

The 19th century saw the opening of the first school in Wollaston. Industry also arrived in the village during his century, particularly shoemaking and farming.

Today, Wollaston has a primary and secondary school, local shops, post office, library and public houses. There are four churches in the village as well: Anglican, Baptist, Methodist and a Salvation Army Citadel. A museum located on the north end of High Street showcases what life in Wollaston is like.

ATTRACTIONS

Apart from attractions, events like the Wollaston Open Gardens Day where about 20 gardens are open to the public are something to look forward to. You can view lots of flowers in Wollaston during this day and even purchase some plants from one or two gardens.

That said, here's a look at what you can see in Wollaston:

Wollaston Museum – where you get to know what life in Wollaston is like.

Curiosity Cottage – an 18th-century labourer's cottage and barn. It used to hold artefacts demonstrating domestic life but now features a display of farming implements and bicycles.

Beacon Hill – lying in the centre of Wollaston, this motte castle is located to the south of the church. This is the oldest visible part of the village.

Wollaston Pocket Park – was a dark and enclosed walled garden that was transformed into a space for the public to enjoy. The park wasn't intended to be a formal park, rather it's meant to be a natural environment where wildlife can thrive. Here, you'll find Wollaston flowers, shrubs and trees.

St Mary's Church – the parish church.

If these are the kinds of attractions you want to visit, you might like to stay in Wollaston for a night or two so you can rest after a long day's journey. If you're planning to bring a date, surprise them when you send flowers to Wollaston to your accommodation.

Also, if you have friends and family in the area and would like to order flowers for delivery to Wollaston for them, you can do so through us. We provide next-day delivery when you pick us to send flowers to Wollaston. Our range of blooms is perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day and so much more.

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