On Saturday 22nd November, several streets in the centre of Higham Ferrers were closed off. Cars and lorries were replaced by fun-fair rides and stalls. The event spanned the Methodist Church, St Mary’s Church, the Bede House and the Working Men’s Club with Santa’s Grotto and the reindeer also at Chichele College. There were many […]
Rushden’s annual firework display took place on 8th November in Hall Park. Over 8,000 people attended and saw a stunning display of the art. It was opened by Cllr. Gill Mercer, Rushden’s Town Mayor. . The flashes and bangs were accompanied by music from the shows. It kicked off with “White Lightning” from Grease, and
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A new toy shop opened in Wellingborough on Saturday 8th November. Viral Vault is located at 48a-48b Oxford Street, in the centre of the Town. They are open seven days per week: They invite you to “come, have a play, build your own slime sundae, or test out some of our viral fidget toys –
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A new niche shop opened in Rushden on Saturday 14th November. In an opening ceremony, Rushden’s Town Mayor, Cllr Gill Mercer, made a short speech and cut the ribbon. UVR Collections is a unique family-run business that offers fashion, accessories and more. It is not part of any “chain” and can offer low prices because
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North Northants Council are running a “Forest School” for kids aged 2 to 4 years. The idea behind it is to help kids develop self-confidence through play in a natural environment. The fun will take place at Fermyn Woods Country Park on Mondays, and at Irchester Country Park on Wednesdays from 10am to 12pm. Full
Every weekend from 15th November, a Winter Wonderland Maze will challenge visitors to “The Workshop” at 44 Park Road, Rushden. From 10am to 4pm, there will be stalls, craft and family fun. Santa will be there from 12noon to 3:50. (£3.50 to see Santa).
Spinneyfields is an NHS rehabilitation based unit in Rushden, which opened in June this year. It is just off Highfield Road, next door to the Pemberton Centre. They are setting up a resolving delirium ward and are trying to raise funds for arts and crafts and accessibility aids. They will be holding a Christmas Fayre
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Michelle from Eden Flowers will be holding a “wreaths” workshop at the Bede House in Higham Ferrers on Saturday 6th of December. All the materials needed to create a wreath will be provided. Refreshments will be available. The fee for the demonstration and your own wreath will be £30. You can book a seat by
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Despite the computer games boom there are still some teenagers who read books. Many feel isolated, but it doesn’t have to be so. Rushden’s library is offering a chance for those who love reading to meet others with similar interests. Every Friday, after school, teenage readers can meet and exchange tips about which books are
