Events

Street markets of all sorts are under pressure. Supermarkets are scooping up most of the convenience sales (food, cleaning supplies, toiletries, etc).  At the other end, the online retailers are taking a large chunk of the comparison good sales (clothing, DIY supplies, white goods, televisions, video gear, etc). It is therefore pleasing to see traditional […]

On Saturday 14th February, the Wellingborough Town Mayor, Cllr. Raj Mishra, picked up a frying pan, and joined the crowds of enthusiastic residents for an annual free-to-enter celebration of Shrove Tuesday traditions — a few days early to make it perfect for families during half-term. The real thrill came when Raj took on the challenge

Rushden’s own ComicCon event is almost here! On Saturday 7th March 2026, Dr Who-fans can put on their capes, charge up their sonic screwdrivers and pile into Rushden Library. The Convention will include a cosplay competition with three categories: The second RushCom is already a guaranteed success. Entry is free and Nene Herald will be

On Saturday 28th of February, Rick Abbs & the Lazy Dogs will be welcomed back to  Rushden Conservative Club. The band deliver vintage Rock at “raucous high energy”. Entrance is free to Club members and the band are on-stage at 9pm..

Rushden Library are repeating the stunning success of their first Rushden Comic Com. The first one was a fantastic event and featured a full-size Tardis, working K9, three versions of Doctor Who and several Storm Troopers. The 2026 RushCom will be held at Rushden Library on Saturday 7th March 2026. Maybe this year, there will

A new book club is being set up in Rushden, at the Carnegie Library. It will be open to all bibliophiles (“booklovers”), plus everyone who enjoys a good book. It will meet from 4pm to 5pm on the first Thursday of every month (starting on February 5th). Each meeting will have a theme, with a

“Rush 2 the Den” is well known for its work with children and young people, but it also runs sessions for adults who wish to expand their skill set. Their programme of workshops for 2026 is: They have also already arranged a schedule of events for the run-up to Christmas 2026: N.B. Children under 16

Padel is a sport that mixes tennis and squash. It is usually played in doubles on a small enclosed court with glass and mesh walls that are part of the game. Play Padel is a new three-court facility at Grendon Hall, It opened on the 26th of December 2025. Play Padel’s Sham Vaid said: “We