Tags: Daventry
Battle of Naseby Exhibition at Daventry Museum: Starts Saturday 11th January 2020
The first exhibition of 2020 at Daventry Museum commemorates 375 years since the Battle of Naseby and Daventry's Place in the Conflict.
**Opening Saturday 11th January 2020 until Saturday 24th April 2020.**
On the morning of 14 June 1645, parliament's Newly Modelled Army destroyed King Charles I's main field army at Naseby, the decisive battle of the first English Civil War. Nights before this, King... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 10:00 by DTC Comms
Daventry Town Market: Christmas Opening Hours
A quick notice to inform that Daventry Town Market is open on Christmas Eve 8am - 2pm.
Grab yourself any last minute fresh fruit & veg, meats, baked goods, pet products and household items, just in time for Christmas.
The market will then be shut on Friday 27th December but returns again on Tuesday 31st December. Grab yourself a bargain or two whilst supporting your local community.
Thank you.
Posted: Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:15 by DTC Comms
Daventry Museum: First Exhibition for 2020
Daventry Museum is pleased to announce that it's first exhibition of 2020 will commemorate 375 years since the Battle of Naseby. It will detail the battle plans on both sides, the armour, weaponry and dress.
Cutting edge archaeological research will also feature alongside findings from the battle. The core of the exhibition will look to answer what Daventry's place was in the conflict; who was here... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 09:00 by DTC Comms
Job Vacancy: Community Ranger
Daventry Town Council is seeking a Community Ranger.
Job Title: Community Ranger
Reporting to: Chief Officer
Place of Work: 3 New Street, Daventry, NN11 4BT
Salary Scale: £19,554 - £23,836 pro-rata
Hours: 37 hours per week (to include Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.
Job Purpose:
To work as part of a team within the local community to forge community links and establish relationships to improve... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 15:00 by DTC Comms
Magic Lantern Parade
⭐️Come help us light up Daventry as part of our Spirit of Christmas Event and join us for our Magic Lantern Parade. ⭐️
You can follow the annual lantern parade through Daventry town centre at 6pm. Then join friends and family at Holy Cross Church at 6.30pm for a Carol Service, singing your favorite Christmas Carols and celebrating this special time of year
Prior to the parade we have lots of... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 11:49 by DTC Comms
Daventry's Spirit of Christmas
Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas!
⭐️It's very nearly time for Daventry's The Spirit of Christmas Event
Come along to meet Santa's reindeer, enjoy festive fun and games including face painters, balloon modelers and yummy hot chocolate before following the annual lantern parade through Daventry town centre at 6pm. Whats more it's all FREE!
Then join friends and family at Holy Cross Church at 6.30pm for the... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 11:45 by DTC Comms
New Councillor Elected
On 25th November 2019, Daventry Town Council members voted in favour of John Tippett, thereby co-opting him as a representative of Abbey Central Ward.
John commented:
"As a Daventry resident of the past 22 years, a local businessman and also a School Governor within Daventry, I am excited to be representing the Abbey Central Ward as Councillor. I am passionate about the Town and it's development. The... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 09:52 by DTC Comms
Dial-a-Ride Winners!
Daventry Area Community Transport, who we partner with in our Dial-a-Ride Service for the town, has won the annual "Community Transport Association Photo of the Year" competition. Hooray!
Here is the wonderful picture taken on one of our buses. Great to see such happy faces.
Thank you to everyone who voted and who help facilitate the service, it is greatly appreciated.
Posted: Thu, 28 Nov 2019 10:38 by DTC Comms
Tuck in to a feast at Daventry Food Festival
Daventry Food Festival returns for its third year on Saturday 21st September, with more than 50 traders bringing their tasty treats and delicious drinks to the town. Organised by Daventry Town Council, the festival takes place on High Street and Sheaf Street from 10am to 4pm.
Those with a sweet tooth will be spoilt for choice, with everything from cupcakes to crepes to enjoy. Meanwhile, hot food options... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:56 by DTC Comms
Lace up your walking shoes for Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days is an annual festival which celebrates our diverse history, architecture and culture. This September, discover Daventry's history and hidden secrets with a series of guided walks.
Borough Hill History Walks
Saturday 14th September: 11am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm
Take a trip back through the ages of Borough Hill with the Mayor of Daventry, Cllr Mike Arnold. The walk looks at the history... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 02 Aug 2019 12:41 by DTC Events
