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Reclaim the Night 2027

Every November, Reclaim the Night

Reclaim the Night is our annual march through Northampton town centre, calling for safer streets, an end to sexual violence and a community where everyone can live free from fear.

Every November, people across Northamptonshire come together to stand in solidarity with survivors, challenge harmful attitudes and demand change.

For many, Reclaim the Night is more than a march, it’s a moment of collective strength. It’s a space where survivors, supporters, families, friends and allies walk side by side, united in the belief that safety is a right, not a privilege.

Why We March

Sexual violence is not inevitable. It is rooted in inequality, misogyny, victim‑blaming and systems that fail to protect survivors.

Reclaim the Night confronts these realities by:

Challenging the idea that women, girls and marginalised genders are responsible for preventing violence
Demanding safer public spaces, better lighting and improved local responses
Raising awareness of sexual harassment, assault and abuse
Showing solidarity with survivors and honouring their experiences
Creating visible, community‑led pressure for change

Every person who joins the march helps amplify the message that safety is a shared responsibility and that our community refuses to accept violence as normal.

How to Take Part

Reclaim the Night is open to everyone who believes in creating safer communities. You don’t need to register, just turn up, walk with us and add your voice.

What to Expect

A welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
Speeches from survivors, activists and community leaders
A guided march route through Northampton
Stewards and volunteers on hand for support
A safe, trauma‑informed space where all genders are welcome

What to Bring

Warm clothing and comfortable shoes
A torch or phone light
Signs, banners or placards
Friends, colleagues, classmates or family members
Your voice, chants and solidarity are encouraged

Accessibility

We aim to make Reclaim the Night as accessible as possible. The route is chosen to be step‑free and suitable for wheelchairs, mobility aids and prams.

Stewards are available throughout the march, and a quieter area is provided at the starting point for anyone who needs space before joining.

If you have specific accessibility needs, please contact us. we'll do all what we can to support you.

Why Your Presence Matters

Every person who attends helps:

show survivors they are believed and supported
challenge the culture of silence around sexual violence
push for safer streets and better local action
build a community that refuses to tolerate harassment or abuse

Reclaim the Night is a reminder that change happens when we stand together; loudly, visibly and without apology.

Date To Be Confirmed

Reclaim the Night takes place every November.

The confirmed date, time and meeting point for this year’s march will be added here as soon as they are finalised.

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