1st Tea Bag Day

Tea bags weren't invented in Britain - they were invented here, in Northamptonshire, and that's rather brilliant. The first tea bag was created in 1908, a proper game-changer that transformed how millions brew their daily cuppa. It's the sort of fact that makes you pause mid-sip and think about the ordinary things we take completely for granted.

The site itself is more about the historical marker than a full visitor experience. This is pilgrimage territory for tea enthusiasts and industrial history buffs who want to stand where innovation happened. Milton Keynes sits just down the road, making this an easy diversion if you're in the area.

There's no grand visitor centre or lengthy exhibition here - it's a low-key stop that rewards curiosity rather than spectacle. Perfect for anyone interested in British industrial heritage or the everyday objects that changed how we live. Families might find it a bit abstract for young children unless they're already tea fanatics, but it works brilliantly as a pit stop between other attractions.

Several camping spots cluster nearby - Gullivers Campsite and Adventurer's Village are practically on the doorstep, while Cosgrove Park and The Old Dairy Farm offer slightly more space if you're planning a longer stay. It's the kind of site best paired with a broader Northamptonshire exploration rather than a destination trip on its own, but for tea lovers? Absolutely worth the detour.