A touch of Hollywood magic came to Rushden last Saturday as Hall Park hosted its first-ever “A Night at the Movies.” Over 500 people gathered on the main lawn with picnic blankets and camping chairs to watch a special open-air screening of the classic film Paddington 2. As the sun set, the park was filled […]
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The Nene Valley’s reputation as a food lover’s paradise was on full display this weekend as the inaugural Nene Valley Food & Drink Festival took place at Rushden Lakes. The event brought together the very best local producers, offering a tantalizing array of artisan foods, craft beverages, and street food delights. Thousands of visitors browsed
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Rushden’s High Street was transformed into a gallery of automotive history last Sunday for the first-ever “Rushden Wheels” classic car show. An estimated crowd of over two thousand people enjoyed the sunshine as more than 50 vintage vehicles were put on display for the public to admire. The event, sponsored by local business Kingtools, was
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In a town whose history is stitched into the very leather of the boot and shoe industry, one local business is keeping a proud tradition alive. “Clarke & Sons,” located in a quiet corner of the High Street, is the last remaining bespoke shoemaker in Rushden. We sat down with owner David Clarke, whose great-grandfather
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At a well-attended meeting last Tuesday, Rushden Town Council unanimously approved a motion to invest £75,000 in a complete refurbishment of the children’s play area at Manor Park. The decision follows a community consultation period where local families provided valuable feedback on the aging equipment and what they hoped to see in the future. The
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The sun shone brightly on Hall Park this past Saturday as the annual Rushden Summer Fete returned in spectacular fashion, proving once again to be a highlight of the town’s calendar. Hundreds of families enjoyed an afternoon of classic games, live music from local band ‘The Accelerants’, and delicious food from a host of local
The local political landscape has seen a dramatic shift, with the Reform UK party surging to power in the North Northamptonshire Council, securing a significant 39 out of 68 seats. This victory marked a major upset for the traditional parties in the Wellingborough and Rushden areas. The Conservative party’s presence was drastically reduced to a
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This Summer has had a series of heatwaves and the 3rd one came just as Rushden held its 2025 Party-in-the-Park. Organised by Conservative-controlled Rushden Town Council, the Party was a cross between a fun-fair, an open-air rock concert and a fete. It was such a gloriously hot day, that the planned Dog Show had to
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Rushden’s town centre was transformed into a winter wonderland on Saturday evening as hundreds of residents gathered for the annual Christmas Light Switch-On and Lantern Parade. The event, which officially marks the start of the festive season in the town, was bigger and brighter than ever. The evening began with a beautiful parade of handmade
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With the festive season approaching, Rushden Town Council has launched its “Shop Local, Shop Rushden” campaign, a new initiative designed to encourage residents to support the town’s vibrant independent retailers. The campaign aims to highlight the unique products and personal service that can only be found on our local High Street. Participating businesses, including ‘The
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