Tags: Events
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
Daventry Town Council to mark Merchant Navy Day with flagraising
On Tuesday 3rd September at 10.30am, Daventry Town Council will mark Merchant Navy Day by raising the Red Ensign at the Twinning Area in Daventry. A short service will take place and all are welcome to attend.
Established in 2000, Merchant Navy Day honours the men and women who kept our 'island nation' afloat during both World Wars, and celebrates modern day merchant seafarers who are responsible for... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 15 Aug 2019 10:11 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
Final call for Daventry Food Festival traders
Food and drink traders wishing to join the fun at Daventry Food Festival have until Monday, 5th August to complete an application. The festival returns for its third year on Saturday, 21st September, and promises to be a delicious day filled with tasty treats from Northamptonshire and beyond.
From burgers and bread to candyfloss and crepes, the festival menu will have something to suit all tastes, celebrating... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 12 Jul 2019 13:27 by DTC Events
Benefits of gardening celebrated at Green Health Project open day
Green Health at Daventry hosted an open day on Tuesday 25th June at Daventry Community Gardens, celebrating the work of their volunteers.
Green Health at Daventry supports those with mental health and anxiety issues by helping them to take part in horticultural and environmental work at the Community Gardens, which are located at Daneholme Allotments on Welton Road.
The project offers a valuable learning... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 26 Jun 2019 13:55 by DTC Events
Discover Daventry’s creative side at this year’s Arts Festival
Daventry Arts Festival returns from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd of June, with events around the town celebrating all-things arty. From photography to floristry and much more in between, there is plenty to enjoy over the weekend.
To entertain the little ones, Munchkins and Monsters Theatre Company return to the festival for two free performances, with just a few tickets remaining. Meanwhile, art-lovers... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 14 Jun 2019 13:52 by DTC Events
Daventry Motorcycle Festival rides into town
On Saturday 8th June 2019, one of the most popular events in the Daventry diary took place as the town hosted Daventry Motorcycle Festival.
Now in its ninth year, the festival attracted large crowds, who came out to enjoy the day despite the drizzle. Alongside the brilliant display of bikes, there was live music, street entertainment, a stunt show and tasty food and drink to be sampled.
As is tradition,... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:20 by DTC Events
Daventry Town Council to mark Armed Forces Day with flagraising
On Friday 28th June 2019 at 12 noon, Daventry Town Council will be showing support for Armed Forces Day by raising the Armed Forces flag at the Twinning Area in Daventry.
Armed Forces Day offers an opportunity to show support and appreciation for the men and women of the Armed Forces community. This includes troops who are currently serving, as well as veterans, cadets and service families.
The UK Armed... Read More »
Posted: Sat, 01 Jun 2019 08:00 by DTC Events
Local author to hold book signing at Daventry Arts Festival
Northamptonshire author Adrian Perkins will be signing copies of his new book, Ghost Detective VII, at First Light Photographic in Daventry on Saturday 22nd June between 11am and 3pm.
The latest book in his spooky series sees Adrian explore stories that have intrigued him for many years. He explained:
"In book VII I wanted to go back to my roots and get stuck into stories and investigations that I had... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 31 May 2019 13:00 by DTC Events
Daventry Museum in the running for People’s Choice Award
Daventry Museum has been shortlisted for this year's People's Choice Award at the Northamptonshire Heritage Forum (NHF) Awards 2019.
The museum, which is located on New Street in Daventry, has also entered four further awards categories, including the Community Award for The Empty Chair Project. More than 1,000 visitors attended this exhibition, which commemorated the lives of the 114 Daventry soldiers... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 24 May 2019 12:57 by DTC Events
