Preparations are well under way for this years fete. We are hoping for glorious sunshine again which encouraged record crowds and made last years fete such fun!

The Everdon Community Group have been busily making a wall hanging celebrating 50 years of the Grand Everdon Fete , Everdon Village Hall and the Everdon Outdoor Learning Centre . It was unveiled in the Village Hall on Saturday. it is magnificent. Do go and visit it on Monday.

The Everukes are Everdon’s very own Ukele band

The Everukes were formed back in 2016 with a beginner’s group of about 20 predominantly from the village and the surrounding area, most of whom who had never played any instrument let alone the ukulele before.

A number of about eight eventually continued to meet regularly to rehearse and play together every two weeks.

This progressed onto another beginners group the year after in 2017. By 2018 the group were both large and proficient enough to start performing which they did at the Everdon Fete, and at several nursing homes and other functions in and around the Daventry area, raising money for charitable causes.

There were further beginners’ groups in 2018 & 2019 and by the end of 2019 the group were 25 strong. Then Covid hit!!  When we were allowed to meet again as a group for various reasons the numbers had reduced down to 14, but was thankfully still functioning.

All in all, there have been nearly 100 people that have attended the beginners’ groups and whilst not all continued all had at least the satisfaction of having played a musical instrument and also sing in a group.

The group now has a portfolio of about 80 numbers which are added to most years.

A sample of some of the numbers are (see attached)  but each set performed tends to vary accordingly.

If you’re interested in joining the Everukes, who meet every Thursday in Everdon Village hall and anyone is welcome or alternatively, if you would like to book them for an event, please contact Steve on 07768 998153.

Only a few days to go! Check out the map so you can find all the best stalls & activities on the day!

Click on the image below to download the the PDF with all the details.

Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, Everdon Village has been a hub of warmth, camaraderie, and tradition for half a century, thanks to its beloved institution – the Everdon Village Fete. As we celebrate its golden jubilee, we reflect on the countless memories and cherished moments that have made this event a cornerstone of our community.

For five decades, the Everdon Village Fete has been a celebration of unity, bringing together residents and visitors alike in a vibrant tapestry of stalls, games, and performances. From the laughter of children partaking in sack races to the melodies of local musicians filling the air, each year has woven new threads into the rich fabric of our shared history.

Beyond its festive charm, the fete serves as a testament to the enduring strength of community spirit. We could not have done it without our wonderful volunteers. So, as we raise a toast to the next fifty years, let us cherish the Everdon Village Fete as more than just an event but as a symbol of the bonds that unite us, generation after generation.

If you are reading this you probably realise that we have launched the Everdon Fete website.