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.
This years theme is FABULOUS FARMS.
All the budding young artists take their creations to either 14 Stubbs Road before the fete or pin them up on the boards in the Church on the day
There are Prizes to be won !
Its 6 weeks to go and time to start planning your day. Are you going to start by dashing to the Homemade Cake Stall before they sell out or rush to the White Elephant Stall to pick up a bargain before the Local Antique dealers scoop them up? Will you find a rare old book on the second-hand book stall? There is plenty to occupy the family for the whole afternoon. You can just sit and relax on the Village Green listening to the Daventry Brass Band and watching the Brackley Morris Men or try your hand on the Coconut Shy , Skittles and other Activities on and around The Green .Visit the Church to hear the Everukes ,the Everdon Ukulele Group and the Craft Stalls. Children can enjoy the Punch and Judy Show, have their faces painted and enjoyed old fashioned games like Splat the Rat and Jambolas. Bring your four legged friends and enter them in the Fun Dog Show but don’t leave without heading to the Village Hall next to the Church for a Famous Everdon Tea. Delicious Homemade Cakes and a thirst quenching Cup of Tea , Coffee or Soft drink. Everdon Village welcomes you all.
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.
All preparations are well under way and plans have been finalised.
All we need now is a lovely sunny day on August Bank Holiday Monday!
| When | What | Where |
| 1.45 | Fancy Dress Entrants meet by the pub and Parade up to the Green | The Plough |
| 2:00 | Official openingAnd Fancy Dress judging | The Green |
| 2.10 | Grafton Hunt Hounds | The Green |
| 2:00—3:00 | Entries for the Fun Dog Show. Dog races start at 2.30pm | The Churchyard |
| 2:15—2:45 | Daventry Brass | The Green |
| 2.30-3.10 | Northampton U3A Ukulele Group | The Church |
| 2:50—3:20 | Brackley Morris Dancers | The Green |
| 3:00 | Fun Dog Show starts | The Gables |
| 3:25 – 3:55 | Daventry Brass | The Green |
| 4:00- 4:25 | Brackley Morris Dancers | The Green |
| 4:30 – 5:00 | Daventry Brass | The Green |
| 5:00 | Grand Draw & presentation of prizes | The Green |
| Displays throughout the afternoon | Vintage Machinery | Verge, top of Village |
| First Aid | Contact Announcer/ Draw table | Verge in front of Old Rectory |
Free Car Parking is available in Car Parks at either end of the Village.
Weedon / Farthingstone end of the Village
The Car Park is accessed from the road to Snorscomb. There is a Park and Ride service from this Car Park into the village centre.
Daventry end of the Village
The Car Park is accessed from the Daventry Road.
There is a separate Parking for cars with Blue Badges in a field at the very edge of the village .
Cars with Blue Badges can drive further into the village where there will be a drop off area in Long Row Close ,Left off the Daventry Road as you come in to the village.
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 next Everdon Fete Committee meeting is in the Village Hall on July 17th at 7.30pm.
Northampton Saints Lock will open the fete.
He is currently Vice Chairman of The Rugby Players Association.