Remembrance Service – Sun 10th Nov 2024 – War Memorial – 11am

Please join us for a Remembrance Service at the East Farndon War Memorial on Sunday 10th November 2024 at 11am. Those wishing to attend should congregate at the War Memorial from around 10.50am. Main Street and Back Lane at the War Memorial will be closed for a 15 minute period to allow the service to take place safely. Everyone is very welcome to join us for teas and coffees that will be served in the Village Hall after the service. We will be collecting donations for the Royal British Legion and so please contribute if you can, thank you.

Road Closure – Main Street East Farndon – Weds 27th Nov 2024 – below Back Lane at War Memorial (3 days)

Anglian Water have confirmed that from Wednesday 27th November 2024, they will be working on Main Street, East Farndon, LE16 9SH, to connect a new water supply. The work is expected to last for a maximum of 3 days. Based on the latest information, the part of Main Street that will be closed is just below the Back Lane turning at the War Memorial (see map below).



Should you need any further details, please contact Michelle Budd on 03457 145145, quoting reference number, 10770685. You can see more live information about the road closure by clicking this link: https://one.network/uk/northamptonshire

WNC News – Winter financial support, Sepsis – what to do & Oct newsletter

On this page you can view the latest news from West Northamptonshire Council. Visit their website at: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/


WNC Town & Parish Briefing – Monthly Comprehensive Newsletter

October 2024 edition of the Town & Parish Briefing


WNC News Releases – highlighted by East Farndon Parish Council

Oct 29th 2024 – Residents are urged to access vital winter financial support

WNC is encouraging all residents, especially those most vulnerable, to take advantage of a wide range of financial support available this winter.

Oct 26th 2024 – Sepsis: get to know the risks, spot the signs, and act fast

Recent reports highlight that local communities remain unaware of the risks and signs of sepsis. By raising awareness of how people can spot the signs and symptoms, and know how to act fast, if sepsis is suspected, it can help families across West Northamptonshire and beyond. WNC urge everyone to familiarise themselves with the symptoms and seek immediate medical attention if they suspect sepsis. Timely treatment with antibiotics, intravenous fluids, and support for organ function is critical for saving lives. Click here to find out more about sepsis and infections.


Sept 18th 2024 – It’s time to apply for you child’s school place for September 2025

Parents and carers of children living in West Northamptonshire can now apply for a reception place in a primary or infant school, a year 3 place in a junior school, or a Year 7 place in a secondary school, for the September 2025 intake. Parents and carers can apply for a place in reception if their child will be four years old on or before 31 August 2025. The closing date for applications for places in reception (and year 3 at junior school) is 15 January 2025 at midnight. The closing date for applications for Year 7 places is 31 October 2024 at midnight.


Sept 18th 2024 – 24 hour mental health text message service launched for Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) along with North and West Northamptonshire Councils have partnered with charity Mental Health Innovations to offer free, confidential and 24/7 mental health support to those across the county through the charity’s text messaging support service Shout.


July 20th 2024 – WNC service to deal with Wasp problems


Mar 13th 2024 – Eligible households urged to access funding to save money to heat their homes

Residents who have an annual household income of under £31,000 or less and are not connected to mains gas networks could be eligible for government funding to help to make their homes more energy efficient and save money on heating their homes, reducing fuel poverty. From Tuesday 2 April the criteria will change to less than £36,000 combined gross annual income.


Coffee Morning – Fri 29th Nov 2024 – Village Hall – 10.30am

Our next Coffee Morning get together at the East Farndon Village Hall will be on Friday 29th November 2024, from 10.30am to 12.00 midday. You are very welcome to join us to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, plus toasted tea cakes, a selection of books and a raffle. All money raised is donated to village charities / causes or other local charities. Everyone is welcome and entry is free. Many thanks for your ongoing support.