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Weekly Foodbank Collection Points in East Farndon

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Latest News Items

East Farndon Speedwatch – April 2025

East Farndon Speedwatch – April 2025

You might have noticed that Speedwatch is taking place within East Farndon. Our team of volunteers w…

Karate Classes – East Farndon Village Hall – from May 5th 2025

Karate Classes – East Farndon Village Hall – from May 5th 2025

Traditional Shotokan Karate classes will be taking place in the East Farndon Village Hall, starting …

Coffee Morning – Fri 30th May 2025 – Village Hall – 10.30am

Coffee Morning – Fri 30th May 2025 – Village Hall – 10.30am

Our next Coffee Morning get together at the East Farndon Village Hall will be on Friday 30th May 202…

WNC News – Local Elections on May 1st 2025 & March newsletter

WNC News – Local Elections on May 1st 2025 & March newsletter

On this page, East Farndon Parish Council publishes selected latest news items from West Northampton…

Quiz Night – Sat 15th March 2025 – many thanks for attending & see photos

Quiz Night – Sat 15th March 2025 – many thanks for attending & see photos

Many thanks to the Village Hall Committee for organising our Village Hall Quiz Night. It was a full …

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Wanted! – New East Farndon Parish Councillors – May 2025 Elections

A great opportunity awaits…1st May 2025 is when Parish Council elections take place in Northamptonsh…

Clipston road works – Wormslade Farm Anaerobic Digestion facility

Clipston road works – Wormslade Farm Anaerobic Digestion facility

Construction work has begun for an Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facility at Wormslade Farm, Clipston Roa…

New article! – history of the East Farndon Age Concern team

New article! – history of the East Farndon Age Concern team

We are very pleased to present the latest history article by Alan Langley. Alan describes the histor…

West Northants Wellbeing Service & Support for Carers

West Northants Wellbeing Service & Support for Carers

WNC Wellbeing Service Formerly the Supporting Independence Programme, the new WNC Wellbeing Service,…

Beech Tree Aerial Photo

Please take a look at our new Village Story website page!

When you get a spare minute, please take a look at our new Village Story page on the East Farndon vi…

Harborough roadworks – new electric supply for Gartree prison

Harborough roadworks – new electric supply for Gartree prison

National Grid has started works to provide the new supply for the new prison at Gartree. They will b…

Christmas Pantomime – thanks for attending & see photos

Christmas Pantomime – thanks for attending & see photos

Many thanks to everyone who joined us us at the East Farndon Village Hall, on Sat 21st Dec, for the …

Are you wild for wildlife? do you have the bug for bugs? can you help?

Are you wild for wildlife? do you have the bug for bugs? can you help?

Do you want to nurture nature? The East Farndon Parish Council is looking for a volunteer Biodiversi…

Marriott Green & The Church

Marriott Green East Farndon – new Trustees & Treasurer needed – are you interested?

Marriott Green is the green space in front of the East Farndon church that is open for the enjoyment…

Lubenham Road bench renovation – what a great transformation!

Lubenham Road bench renovation – what a great transformation!

Back in March 2024, Jack Beesley and Will Evans presented a plan to the East Farndon Parish Council …

Mental Health – how to get help & support

Mental Health – how to get help & support

As we head towards Christmas, a reminder that this time of year can be difficult for some people. Pl…

Remembrance Service – Sun 10th Nov 2024 – thanks & view photos

Remembrance Service – Sun 10th Nov 2024 – thanks & view photos

Many thanks to everyone who joined us at the Remembrance Service at the East Farndon War Memorial on…

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WNC New Local Plan – update & East Farndon Parish Council response

As part of the West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) development of a new local plan, in June 2024, Ea…

Volunteer for Home-Start and make a difference to families in West Northants

Volunteer for Home-Start and make a difference to families in West Northants

Home-Start Daventry & South Northants is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the wel…

East Farndon WhatsApp Group

East Farndon WhatsApp Group

Sam Beesley has set up an East Farndon WhatsApp group called “Fabulously Fantastic Farndon”. This wa…

Ask Aimee! – launch of village contact group for East Farndon

Ask Aimee! – launch of village contact group for East Farndon

East Farndon organises a range of village events to support the people in our community. We are awar…


News Archive by Date Posted

East Farndon Halloween thank you & Bonfire Night Safety Tips

East Farndon Halloween thank you & Bonfire Night Safety Tips

Many thanks to residents in East Farndon who supported the Halloween Trick or Treat trail around the…

80’s Party Night – thanks for attending & see a few photos

80’s Party Night – thanks for attending & see a few photos

Thanks for attending the 80’s Party Night held at the Village Hall on Sat 19th October 2024. Please …

Bees’ Needs Week

Bees’ Needs Week

Last week was Bees’ Needs Week, but you can still get involved. Our bees call on everyone to take fi…

East Farndon Fete – many thanks for supporting us & see photos

East Farndon Fete – many thanks for supporting us & see photos

Many thanks to everyone who purchased raffle tickets and those who braved the variable weather to at…

D-Day – a special history article to commemorate the 80th anniversary

D-Day – a special history article to commemorate the 80th anniversary

Judy Hodgetts has created a special history article to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day whi…

East Farndon D-Day 80 Event – many thanks for attending & see photos

East Farndon D-Day 80 Event – many thanks for attending & see photos

Huge thanks for joining us at East Farndon Village Hall on Thursday 6th June 2024 for our special ev…

Alan Langley History Talk – Fri 17th May – thanks for attending

Alan Langley History Talk – Fri 17th May – thanks for attending

Alan Langley delivered another of his now legendary illustrated history talks on Friday 17th May 202…

Northern Lights seen from East Farndon!

Northern Lights seen from East Farndon!

Last night, Friday 10th May 2024, saw a spectacular display of the northern lights over East Farndon…

Quiz Night – Sat 13th April – thank you & a few photos

Quiz Night – Sat 13th April – thank you & a few photos

Many thanks to the Village Hall Social Committee for organising such a great Quiz Night on Saturday …

Celebrating 100 Years of East Farndon Village Hall

Celebrating 100 Years of East Farndon Village Hall

The first East Farndon Village Hall was opened in February 1924. To celebrate the major milestone of…

East Farndon Polo Ground – new history article

East Farndon Polo Ground – new history article

Many will be remember that back in October 2023, Alan Langley gave an illustrated history talk entit…

Chinese New Year 2024 Celebration -thanks for attending & see photos

Chinese New Year 2024 Celebration -thanks for attending & see photos

Many thanks to everyone who attended our Chinese New Year Celebration at the Village Hall on Sat Feb…

East Farndon Church Gates – restoration complete!

East Farndon Church Gates – restoration complete!

The church gates are part of the village’s World War II memorial and were installed in 1948. Unfortu…

In Memoriam – Marlene Hook – 1938 to 2023

In Memoriam – Marlene Hook – 1938 to 2023

Christmas Eve brought the sad news of the death of Marlene Hook, at the age of 85. She had lived her…

Merry Christmas! & see photos of East Farndon Snowflakes & Stars

Merry Christmas! & see photos of East Farndon Snowflakes & Stars

Following on from last years 12 Days of Christmas, for this years event, we would love villagers to …

East Farndon Christmas Soirée – many thanks for attending & see photos

East Farndon Christmas Soirée – many thanks for attending & see photos

Many thanks for attending our village Christmas Soirée Social, that took place on Saturday December …

New Solar Panels for East Farndon Village Hall

New Solar Panels for East Farndon Village Hall

From December 4th 2023, the East Farndon Village Hall will look slightly different! Your village hal…

In Memoriam – Gerry Prior

In Memoriam – Gerry Prior

Many East Farndon residents and former residents will be sad to learn of the recent death of Gerry P…

Remembrance & War Memorial Renovation – Nov 2023

Remembrance & War Memorial Renovation – Nov 2023

As most of you will know, in November 2022, we launched our campaign to raise funds to renovate the …

Curry & Bingo Evening – many thanks for attending & see photos

Curry & Bingo Evening – many thanks for attending & see photos

Huge thanks to the Village Hall Social Committee for organising a great evening to celebrate Diwali …

Remembrance Sunday and the Kindness of Strangers in 2023

Remembrance Sunday and the Kindness of Strangers in 2023

How do two acts of kindness in 2023 connect with two brothers who were killed during World War One ?…

Free eBooks, eAudiobooks & more with a virtual library membership

Free eBooks, eAudiobooks & more with a virtual library membership

Did you know that you can download free eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers and eMagazines with virtual…

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New Footpath Warden for the East Farndon Parish

After many years of excellent work, Alan Langley is standing down as the Footpath Warden for the Eas…

In Memoriam – Dr Mark Biggin

In Memoriam – Dr Mark Biggin

Dr Mark Biggin 18th May 1935 to 14th August 2023 It is with great sadness that the family of Dr Mark…

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Warning – Police will ticket vehicles that obstruct pavements in East Farndon

Despite repeated requests and warnings, the issue of parking on pavements in East Farndon continues …

New bench in memory of Mark Ellis

New bench in memory of Mark Ellis

There is now a new bench on the footpath in Hall Close, the field behind Redbrick Cottage. The bench…

Lighting Bonfires – please act responsibly

Lighting Bonfires – please act responsibly

Unfortunately, East Farndon suffers from people lighting bonfires on a regular basis, particularly o…

They did it! – East Farndon 100 mile cycle challenge – see photos & videos

They did it! – East Farndon 100 mile cycle challenge – see photos & videos

What an achievement! On Sunday 14th May 2023, the East Farndon Racers completed their 100 miles cycl…

East Farndon LED streetlights and result of partial dark skies trial

East Farndon LED streetlights and result of partial dark skies trial

East Farndon Parish Council (EFPC) announced in early February 2023 the completion of the upgrade to…

In Memoriam – Jean Westwood

In Memoriam – Jean Westwood

Jean Westwood September 1931 – March 2023 The village is sad to announce the passing of Jean Westwoo…

Please keep your dogs under control and pick up your poo!

Please keep your dogs under control and pick up your poo!

We are very fortunate to have a number of beautiful walks on our doorsteps within East Farndon and t…

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Important Note – it is an offence to fell trees without a licence

Did you know it is now an offence to fell trees without a licence if an exemption does not apply? Th…

Farndon Bridge – does anyone remember it?

Farndon Bridge – does anyone remember it?

Above is a photo that was lent to Alan Langley some years ago, looking down the Farndon Road from th…

New Rules for Public Open Spaces – dogs & smoking

New Rules for Public Open Spaces – dogs & smoking

Latest: Note that these new rules have been challenged by professional dog walkers, causing WNC to s…

East Farndon Queen’s Green Canopy Tree Planting

East Farndon Queen’s Green Canopy Tree Planting

On Remembrance Sunday, November 13th 2022, East Farndon completed it’s Queen’s Platinum Jubilee cele…

Saying thank you to Russell Burton

Saying thank you to Russell Burton

Did you know that there is a simple and easy way that anyone can say thank you to a fellow resident …

In memory of HM The Queen

In memory of HM The Queen

Our thoughts are with the Royal Family following news that Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, has pass…

In Memoriam – Bryan Dunnill

In Memoriam – Bryan Dunnill

It is really sad to learn that Bryan Dunnill has passed away. Bryan lived in East Farndon for many y…

East Farndon Jubilee events raise £848 for the Foodbank in Market Harborough

East Farndon Jubilee events raise £848 for the Foodbank in Market Harborough

East Farndon celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in style. Everyone had a great time and the spe…

WW2 Air Crash Talk – now available to view on-line

WW2 Air Crash Talk – now available to view on-line

Many thanks to Judy Hodgetts and Theresa Reed for giving such an engaging and interesting talk on Fr…

Is it too hot for your pets?

Is it too hot for your pets?

See important advice regarding pets in hot weather. For more information please click the link below…

Jubilee Events raise £4,738 plus Exhibition Content now available on-line

Jubilee Events raise £4,738 plus Exhibition Content now available on-line

As part of the East Farndon Platinum Jubilee Celebrations, a special Coffee Morning & Exhibition…

Bird Scarers in the fields around East Farndon

Bird Scarers in the fields around East Farndon

At this time of year, our local Farmers use Bird Scarers in the fields around East Farndon. The arti…

Congratulations to Tom Joule on his OBE

Congratulations to Tom Joule on his OBE

Huge congratulations to Tom Joule on being awared an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in the Platin…

Please support the people of Ukraine

Please support the people of Ukraine

East Farndon Parish Council stands in support of the people of Ukraine. Please consider making a per…

Update on East Farndon major housing development – feedback from Historic England

Update on East Farndon major housing development – feedback from Historic England

Following the visit by our local MP, Chris Heaton-Harris, on 14th Jan 2022, he confirmed his 100% su…

View With Sheep

Please keep dogs on leads in fields with livestock

Over the weekend, the sheep in the fields near the East Farndon Church have been attacked by dogs. T…

In Memoriam – Marjorie Houlston 1930 – 2021

In Memoriam – Marjorie Houlston 1930 – 2021

Everyone who knew Marjorie will be sad to hear of her death, at the age of 91. She had lived almost …

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East Farndon United Charities – new Trustee & how to receive a grant

We are pleased to announce that Caroline Burton has been appointed as a Trustee for the East Farndon…

Springtime in East Farndon – A short guide to keeping safe

Springtime in East Farndon – A short guide to keeping safe

Article written by Bernie Fallon, 25th May 2021. It’s that time of year when nature has been woken f…

Hotel Opens in East Farndon

Hotel Opens in East Farndon

On a sunny morning in April, 10-year-old Louis Jeanneret and his 5-year-old brother Leo (ably assist…

In Memoriam – Brenda Hopkins

In Memoriam – Brenda Hopkins

It is really sad to learn that Brenda Hopkins has passed away. Brenda lived at Orchard House in East…

Incredible Historical Find in Little Oxendon – BBC News

Incredible Historical Find in Little Oxendon – BBC News

A gold figurine found buried in a field could be an ornament from Henry VIII’s lost crown, acc…