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Cubs Lend a Hand in Local Litter Pick
Raunds Town Council was proud to support a recent community clean-up organised by 1st Raunds Scout Group, who took to the streets and green spaces around Bassfords Recreation Ground and Windmill Primary School to tackle litter and give back to their town.
Ten enthusiastic Cubs took part, collecting an impressive four large bags of litter between them. With the help of equipment and bags provided by...
Posted: Wed, 14 May 2025
Mayor's Show Road Closure
๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ฆ๐จ๐ฅ๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ A road closure will be in place along Marshalls Road on Saturday, 18 May, for the Raunds Mayor's Show. This will affect access and surrounding roads.Free parking will be available at Millfield (access via Twyford Avenue junction). Please park considerately.Thank you for your co-operation and we hope you can join us
Posted: Mon, 12 May 2025
VE Day 80 Celebrations at Raunds Town Square
Yesterday evening, our community came together at the Town Square for a truly special commemoration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
The early part of the evening saw the unveiling of two new commemorative benches in St Peter's Church Memorial Gardens. These will serve as lasting tributes, offering a place for reflection for years to come, this was followed by the sound of St Peter's Church Bells....
Posted: Fri, 9 May 2025
Raunds Photography Competition
Raunds Town Council is holding a Monthly photo competition
This month's Theme is Events in Raunds
May is a busy month with events in Raunds so we know you'll capture something amazing!
Capture the spirit of Raunds events for your chance to win £50 and have your photo featured on the Town App homepage throughout June!
Here's how to enter:
- Take your best photo of Events in Raunds
- Photographs must be...
Posted: Thu, 1 May 2025
Road Closure Thursday 8th May 2025
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF VEHICLES:
VE Day 80 Street Party Celebration on the Town Square
Thursday 8th May 2025
THE FOLLOWING ROADS WILL BE CLOSED FROM
18.00 – 22.00
WEST STREET AND HIGH STREET, RAUNDS
From its junction with Manor Street to its junction with Brook Street
Including its junctions with Marshalls Road, Windmill Avenue, James Gribble Court and Rotton Row.
Advanced apologies for any inconveniences...
Posted: Thu, 1 May 2025
VE Day 80 Celebrations
Join us in the heart of Raunds for an evening of celebration, community, and remembrance as we mark 80 years since Victory in Europe Day.
The day begins with an official flag-raising ceremony at the Town Hall at 9:00 am. Later, at 6:15 pm, we invite you to the unveiling of commemorative benches in St Peter's Church Memorial Gardens, immediately followed by a special Ring Out in Celebration from the...
Posted: Wed, 30 Apr 2025
Raunds Town Council awards Grant to East Northants First Responders
The Mayor of Raunds, Cllr Paul Byrne, proudly handed over a £500 cheque to East Northamptonshire First Responders this week, helping them continue their life-saving work across the community.
The donation, made possible through a Raunds Town Council community grant, will go towards essential running costs for the group's Community Response Vehicle, known as NH003—a crucial asset that helps...
Posted: Fri, 25 Apr 2025
Raunds Annual Town Assembly 2025
Saxon Hall buzzed with community spirit on Thursday, 24th April, as residents, local groups, and organisations gathered for the Raunds Annual Town Assembly. The event proved to be a success, shining a spotlight on the achievements within our town over the past year.
The atmosphere was immediately welcoming, with the energetic dancers from Born 2 Dance providing a lively performance as attendees arrived....
Posted: Fri, 25 Apr 2025
Raunds Town Council awards Grant to Raunds Yarn Bombers
The Mayor of Raunds was pleased to present a cheque for £420.00 to the Raunds Yarn Bombers. This grant from Raunds Town Council will assist the group with meeting space costs and ensure they have a regular venue to continue their creative projects.
The Mayor of Raunds said, "Raunds Town Council is delighted to support Raunds Yarn Bombers and their wonderful creations that bring so much joy to...
Posted: Thu, 24 Apr 2025
Election Notices for 1 May 2025
Elections for Raunds Town Council, scheduled for 1 May 2025, have been declared uncontested in the Saxon and Windmill Wards. The number of validly nominated candidates did not exceed the number of seats available; therefore, in accordance with electoral law, the candidates are duly elected without a poll.
An election will, however, take place on 1 May 2025 for the purpose of electing unitary Councillors...
Posted: Mon, 14 Apr 2025
