Raunds Town Council

09/06/2026

🚲 A BMX bike has been handed in to the Town Hall (Opposite Co-Op). If it belongs to you, it can be collected Monday to Friday between 9:30am and 2:30pm.
To make sure it goes back to the rightful owner, please be ready to confirm the make, model, and colour when you arrive.

09/06/2026

This Saturday, we’re celebrating Raunds Skate Park & Pump Track turning ONE! 🛹🚲
🎂 Join us at Amos Lawrence Park for an action-packed day of live demos, competitions, and music.
🍔🍦 We’ve also got a great line-up of food and treats, including: The Kentucky Cookout, Spectrum Sweets, Really Awesome Coffee, Mario's Ice cream Van Hire, and Brooklyn Brownie Co.
🎁 Bonus: Grab your FREE Skate stickers courtesy of Avery UK!

08/06/2026

Free Mature Driver Roadshow – Corby

Friday 12 June 2026 at Corby Fire Station, Pheonix Parkway, NN17 5DT.

For drivers aged 60+. Two sessions available: 10am and 1pm.

Free to attend.

Places are limited and attendance is strictly by booking only.

Book your free tickets via Eventbrite:

www.eventbrite.com/cc/northants-mature-driver-roadshows-4099083

Free Mature Drivers Roadshows (aged 60+) in Northamptonshire, aimed at keeping you driving safer for longer.

05/06/2026

📢 Upcoming Council Meeting – Full Council
📅 Tuesday, 9 June 2026
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Raunds Town Hall

Members of the public are welcome to attend.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟲/𝟬𝟭𝟬𝟴𝟬/𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝟲𝟭–𝟴𝟵 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹'𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗲, 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹, 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Anyone wishing to speak on this agenda item should register in advance by emailing [email protected].

Agenda available to read here:
https://www.raunds-tc.gov.uk/documents/2137288

05/06/2026

Looking to stock up on the freshest local produce, grab a delicious bite to eat, or find the perfect weekend treat? The Raunds Friday Market is open today on the Town Square until mid-afternoon!

Come down and support our local businesses:

🍓Max Fresh: High-quality, seasonal fruit and veg to keep your meals fresh and vibrant.

🥩B. Smith Butchers: Premium quality meats and fresh, free-range eggs!

🧀The Urban Dairy Ltd: Incredible cheeses, sweet cannoli, savory pork pies, and proper Scotch eggs.

🍔The Otter's Pocket: Serving up hot and cold drinks, loaded breakfast rolls, and mouth-watering smash burgers. 🍔

🫒Greek Olives: Delicious olives, premium nuts, dried fruits, and sweet, flaky baklava.

🕯️A S Melts: Beautifully scented wax melts, diffusers, and lovely gift hampers.

🐟Paul Fish Man Butts: Bringing you the absolute best, freshest seafood straight from Grimsby!

🎖️ Supporting a Great Cause
We are also have the SSAFA Armed Forces Charity on the square today. Please stop by their stall for a chat.

📍 Where: Raunds Town Square

⏰ When: Open now until mid-afternoon

05/06/2026

Happy , Raunds! 🌍🌱

We’re incredibly lucky to have the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and so many fantastic green spaces right on our doorstep. Today is all about celebrating and protecting the local environment we call home.

Big changes start with small, everyday actions—whether that's swapping to a reusable coffee cup, reducing food waste, planting wildflowers for our local bees, or organising a neighbourhood litter pick. ♻️🪴🚮

Let's work together to keep Raunds vibrant and green. What eco-friendly habits are you trying out, or what green initiatives would you love to see in our town? Share your ideas in the comments below! 👇

04/06/2026

🎨☕ Get Creative in Raunds! ☕🎨

Join us for a relaxing Coffee Afternoon & Pottery Painting with China Creations! Unwind, chat, and paint your own masterpiece.

📍 Where: Saxon Hall, Raunds

📅 When: Wednesday, 1st July 2026

🕜 Time: 1:30pm – 3:00pm

💰 Cost: £2 entry (includes tea/coffee & cake!) 🍰

Spaces are limited, so book yours today! 👇 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Call: 01933 622087 (9am – 2:30pm)

Or Book your place via our Online Form here: https://ow.ly/1bRt50YrIMl

02/06/2026

🥳 RAUNDS SKATE PARK & PUMP TRACK IS TURNING 1! 🥳
To celebrate the 1st Birthday of our awesome Skate Park & Pump Track, we are throwing a massive Skate Jam and you are all invited! 🛹🚲🛴
Whether you skate, ride a BMX, or shred on a scooter, come down and celebrate with us!
📅 Event Details:
• When: Saturday 13th June
• Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Where: Amos Lawrence Park, Stanwick Road, NN9 6BZ

🔥 What’s On:
• Pro Demos to get you inspired
• Live Music keeping the energy high all afternoon
• Awesome Prizes up for grabs
• Skate, Scoot & BMX sessions for all ages and abilities

Tag your friends, grab your boards, bikes, helmets, pads, and let’s celebrate one year of Raunds Skate Park! 👇

29/05/2026

🎬 Raunds Film Afternoon!🍿
Looking for a great afternoon out with friendly faces? Come along to Saxon Hall for a screening of the brilliant comedy-adventure, The Bucket List, starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman!
Here is everything you need to know:
📅 Date: Wednesday 17th June 2026
📍 Location: Saxon Hall, Raunds
🕒 Timings: Refreshments from 12:45pm | Film starts at 1:30pm
🎟️ Entry: Just £2 (and yes, that includes tea, coffee, and cake! ☕🍰)
Please note: No under 18s permitted without an adult. Runtime is 97 minutes.
📞 How to Book: Seats are limited, so make sure to reserve yours!
Book your place via our Online Form https://ow.ly/SrCz50YnXOp
Call: 01933 622087 (between 9:00am – 2:30pm)
Bring a friend or come along and meet new ones. We can't wait to see you there! 🎉

29/05/2026

Universal UK Project, which is due to be developed in Bedford, has opened an Expression of Interest for businesses wishing to become suppliers.

Local businesses may wish to consider this opportunity.

Register your interest via the following link:

https://forms.office.com/e/P12pkEbzyH

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