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Raunds Mayor's Show 2024
Despite the overcast weather, the Raunds Mayor Show 2024 brought sunshine and smiles to the faces of everyone who attended.
The event, held on 1st June in the heart of Raunds, proved to be a resounding success, with a vibrant atmosphere and a lineup of entertainment that kept the crowds engaged throughout the day.
The grey skies failed to dampen the spirits of the attendees, who came out in force to...
Posted: Tue, 4 Jun 2024
Raunds Town Council plant new floral displays
Raunds Town Council are ready for summer with the floral displays across the town
This year, Raunds Town Council staff have planted the beautiful hanging baskets and floral displays adorning our streets and open spaces. They will be watered by our staff throughout the summer months, using the Council's electric van and bowser – keeping our streets colourful whilst reducing our carbon footprint....
Posted: Fri, 31 May 2024
Community Speedwatch - Spring 2024 Results
During April 2024 trained Speedwatch volunteers from the Raunds community volunteered and took part in a the Raunds Community Speedwatch campaign.
Using the equipment provided, the volunteers monitored Brooke Street, Chelveston Road, Stanwick Road and London Road.
As a community 65 police warning letters have been sent to the registered keepers of vehicles caught exceeding the speed limit, with the aim...
Posted: Fri, 24 May 2024
Mayor's Show Road Closure
๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐๐ข๐ฆ๐จ๐ฅ๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐๐๐ A road closure will be in place along Marshalls Road Saturday, 1 June, 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: Tue, 21 May 2024
AGM and Mayor Making 2024
We are pleased to advise that at the Annual General Meeting of Raunds Town Council on 14th May 2024, Councillor Paul Byrne was unanimously re-elected for a further term as Town Mayor for the 2024/25 Civic Year.
Councillor Byrne was delighted to present cheques to representatives in attendance from his two nominated charities, Raunds Foodbank (£4238.82) and Bone Cancer Research Trust (£4258.82)....
Posted: Wed, 15 May 2024
First 'Letters to Heaven' Planted at Raunds Cemetery
Raunds Town Council is pleased to confirm that the first planting of 'Letters to Heaven' collected from the memorial post box at London Road Cemetery took place this week.
Installed in August 2023, the post box provides a unique and touching way for mourners to express their feelings and memories to loved ones who have passed away. Since its installation, approaching 100 letters have been posted. The...
Posted: Tue, 14 May 2024
Raunds Annual Town Assembly 2024
Raunds Annual Town Assembly took place on Thursday 25 April at Saxon Hall and was attended by residents, community groups and organisations. The event provided an excellent opportunity for networking, sharing of information and learning about community achievements in Raunds during the last twelve months.
A collaborative performance from Park Infants, Windmill School, St Peters School and Manor School...
Posted: Fri, 26 Apr 2024
Raunds Town Council Awards Grant to the Raunds Yarn Bombers
The Mayor of Raunds was delighted to present a cheque for £420.00 to Caroline Lord from the Raunds Yarn Bombers.
Caroline discussed how the money would be used to cover the costs of the yarn that is all sourced through local businesses in Raunds and ensure that the group has a regular space to meet and create.
Since the group started in September the Raunds Yarn Bombers now have over 100 members...
Posted: Tue, 23 Apr 2024
Mayor's Civic Service 2024
The Mayor of Raunds, Councillor Paul Byrne, held his Civic Service on Sunday 21 April at St Peter's Church. The celebration of the 2023/24 Mayoral year provided an opportunity to recognise and thank local individuals and organisations for all their dedicated work in the community.
A Parade from the Town Square to the Church was led by a piper, followed by Deputy Lord-Lieutenant Rachel Mallows MBE, the...
Posted: Tue, 23 Apr 2024
First Raunds Saturday Market of 2024
Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported the first market of the year.
Saturday 20th April saw the return of the first Raunds Saturday Market of the year. Local residents visited the town square to explore what the local traders had on offer.
The Garage Sale was running alongside the Market which 37 locations took part in and residents visited the different locations with the map.
As always,...
Posted: Tue, 23 Apr 2024
