Welcome to the website for Upper and Lower Harlestone
This website has been developed primarily for the residents of Upper and Lower Harlestone. Naturally we also hope it will be of interest to anyone who enjoys these unique villages and their picturesque setting in this charming part of rural Northamptonshire
We hope you enjoy the website and look forward to any ideas you may have concerning its development.
The success of this website depends on your contributions
As with so many aspects of village life the success, quality and relevance of the website will only be as good as the contributions made by you, the villagers.
Feel free to contact us with ideas and content. We are always on the look out for interesting local photos, news and stories so please use the "Contact us" form if you have anything of interest.
Parishiners are always welcome to attend Harlestone Parish Council (HPC) Meetings and express their views on the website and other village issues. HPC meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 19:00. There is no meeting in January or August.
18th annual art exhibition and sale at St Andrews church
On Saturday and Sunday, the 5th and 6th May, Duston Art Group will hold their annual exhibition, and sale of original paintings. The exhibition will be held, as usual, in St Andrews church. The exhibition will be open from 11:00 to 17:00 and a wide assortment of refreshments will be available.
Ladies, Gentlemen, Boys and Girls announcing - The BIG Event of the Year
TIME TO SPARKLE! AWESOME DIAMOND JUBILEE PARTY JUNE 04, 2012.
Last year Harlestone organised one of the most successful village parties of the decade to celebrate the wedding of William and Kate.
This year we intend to hold another awesome celebration to coincide with the Diamond Jubilee. There will be something for everyone; from children to OAPs. The hog roast and band have already been booked and plans are well developed. This is bound to be a sell out so to register your interest, or volunteer to help, please contact us for more information or if you have any good ideas. The venue? Harlestone Village Institute. The time? 16:00 til late.
HARLESTONE VILLAGE INSTITUTE: IMPORTANT FUNDRAISING MESSAGE
The Village Institute is a valued village facility. However, its future depends on the local community supporting it, by attending events and making donations.
We receive no other funding. Why not join the 200 club. This is the Institute "lottery". Every month there is a first prize of £80 and runner up prizes as well. It costs just £2 per month for a ticket. Contact us for an application form. Or click application form to download a copy now. Support you local village hall, or lose it.
Late last year a launch party was held for Margaret Forrest's new book (price £9.99).
Sadly, Margaret recently passed away but her book remains fine testimony to her scholarship, and interest in Harlestone. In accordance with her wishes all sales proceeds will go to St Andrews Church.
We will shortly be publishing a webpage devoted to the book, that will include some of the charming photos and selected extracts from the text.
In the meantime, if you would like a copy of the book please contact us for details and mailing options, if required.