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04/06/2026

Congratulations to our May winners!!

S Preston - Trapp'd escape room tickets

Ross Hughes - Mooch Munchies voucher

Steven Mc - Thunderbowl one game for 6 people

Zoe Davies - Instafrest Scents Voucher

Mithun Karsandas - Iron Pit Woods Adventure Axe throwing

Christina Mangin - Charles Barry 2 Barbers Blow dry

Thomas Box - Corby Town FC home match tickets

Kris Reid - The Steel Bar Venue tickets

Neil - 3d Health & Fitness Corby memberships

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03/06/2026

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The Music Barn
Weldonfest Official

03/06/2026

Music Barn Festival returns on Saturday 6th June 2026, transforming rural Northamptonshire into a playground of music, community, and celebration. Set against the dramatic backdrop of an old quarry cliff, this independent festival offers the full big-festival experience in a more intimate,...

03/06/2026

LOCAL BUSINESSES SWING INTO ACTION TO RAISE OVER £18,500 FOR Cransley Hospice Trust

Cransley Hospice Trust is extending a huge thank you to everyone who supported their annual Charity Golf Day, which raised a spectacular £18,500.

The event, held at the prestigious Wellingborough Golf Club in May, achieved an incredible total that is enough to fund 24 days of specialised hospice care for a patient.

This incredible total will also help sustain and expand vital community resources, including the Hummingbird Bereavement Service. Commissioned by Cransley Hospice Trust and Cynthia Spencer Hospice, the service provides free, essential counselling and emotional support across Northamptonshire. By easing the pressure on core funding, the success of the Golf Day ensures more local families can access one-to-one counselling, support groups, and compassionate guidance, from the moment of a terminal diagnosis through to the difficult journey of loss.

The annual event brought together many local and regional businesses for a day of competitive golf, networking, and fundraising. Leading the support as the headline sponsor for the event was Tollers Solicitors, alongside a wide network of community partners and volunteers who contributed to the day's success.

Rebecca, Corporate and Community Fundraiser at Cransley Hospice Trust, shared:
"We had a truly fantastic day hosted by Wellingborough Golf Club, and we were blown away by the incredible support from businesses, both locally and from further afield. Raising over £18,500 will make a massive difference to patients and their families at the hospice, and we are so grateful to everyone who took part. It is always a fun event to organise, and we are absolutely thrilled that it was such a success."

Duncan, CEO of headline sponsors Tollers Solicitors, commented on their long-standing relationship with the charity:
"Tollers has proudly supported Cransley Hospice Trust’s Golf Day for several years now. I know firsthand the impact of the hospice, as many people close to me have experienced their exceptional care. We are incredibly proud to champion their work, and I am always encouraging others in my network to get involved. Our commitment to the hospice spans many years, and it’s a partnership we look forward to continuing long into the future."
The sentiment was echoed by other participants on the day, highlighting the strong sense of community spirit that defined the event.

Cransley Hospice Trust extends their thanks to Tollers Solicitors, Wellingborough Golf Club, the numerous local businesses who sponsored holes, donated prizes, entered teams and the dedicated volunteers who ensured the day ran smoothly.

Following the success of this year's event, the date for next year’s tournament has already been set. The Cransley Hospice Trust Charity Golf Day will return to Wellingborough Golf Club on Wednesday, 19th May 2027. Businesses looking to secure their place or explore sponsorship opportunities are encouraged to contact the fundraising team early.

Email: [email protected] or
call 03000 274040.

Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce

28/05/2026

Corby Town Council Announces Spectacular Line-up for Corby Pride 2026

Corby Town Council is delighted to officially unveil the full schedule and major sponsor line-up for Corby Pride 2026.

Taking place on Saturday 13th June from 12noon to 6:00pm at Coronation Park, this year’s free community celebration promises to be the town's most vibrant and inclusive event yet.

The day kicks off with the spectacular Corby Pride Parade, gathering a bright and diverse crowd. The parade will start promptly at 12:00 from James Ashworth VC Square, making its way through the streets in a joyful demonstration of solidarity and celebration before arriving at Coronation Park to officially open the day’s event.

Organised and hosted by Corby Town Council, the day brings together music, dance and family-friendly entertainment to honour and support the LGBTQ+ community. With final preparations now underway, organisers are predicting record turnouts for an unforgettable afternoon of unity and pride.

Main Stage and Community Stage Schedules Released

Coronation Park will feature continuous performances running across the Main Stage and the dedicated Community Stage, ensuring a diverse range of entertainment for all ages.
The officially confirmed schedules are as follows:

Main Stage Schedule
12:45pm: Official welcome by Cllr Callum Reilly and Drag Queen compere Miss TuTu
1:00pm: Sass Brown –Tina Turner Tribute
2:00pm: Tara Simms
3:00pm: Miss Tutu
3:45pm:Zoe Roderick
4:25pm: Rainbow Folk – Interactive Maypole Dancing in front of the main stage
4:45pm: Flash – A tribute to Queen
5:45pm:The Wot Now leading a community sing-along

Community Stage Schedule
1:15pm: Melissa's Movers – Interactive fitness session
1:45pm: The Rainbow Folk – Interactive Maypole Dancing
2:00pm: Chordless Choir
2:45pm: PJ Taylor
3:15pm: Lee Miller – Interactive line dancing
3:45pm: The Wot Now
4:30pm: The Corby Ukulele Band
5:00pm: Corby Conspiracy

Field entertainment for all ages
Coronation Park will feature dynamic roaming field performers throughout the day to delight everyone. Attendees can look forward to spectacular stilt walkers towering over the crowds in dazzling costumes, alongside a magical bubble fairy spreading joy and creating a whimsical backdrop for the day's festivities.

A bustling marketplace
In addition to the non-stop stage entertainment, Coronation Park will play host to a vibrant festival market. Over 50 local vendors will be in attendance throughout the afternoon. Visitors can look forward to:
A wide variety of dedicated bars and delicious food outlets, serving Cocktails, Ciders, Wine, Beers, BBQ pulled pork, Hot dogs, Chinese food, Pizza’s, Burgers, Donuts, Crepes, Ice creams and Candy floss.
Information stalls representing LGBT+ charities, community groups, and support networks.
Unique pop-up shops featuring local artisans showcasing crafts and gifts.
Inflatables and traditional amusement stalls

Volunteers still needed: Training Session Announced
An event of this scale relies heavily on the passion and dedication of local people. Corby Town Council is issuing a call to action for volunteers to help support various roles on the day, from marshalling and guest assistance to logistical support.
A dedicated volunteer information and training session will be held for anyone looking to get involved:
Date & Time: Monday 1st June 2026, 5:30pm
Location: 43 High Street, Corby, NN17 1UU
No prior experience is necessary—just enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting community spirit!

Amazing Sponsors
This year’s event has been made possible through the generous backing of local and national businesses. Leading the charge as the Main Sponsor is Specsavers, whose cornerstone contribution reflects their active dedication to inclusivity in the local area.
Corby Pride is also proudly supported by our esteemed additional partners, including global logistics provider GXO, industrial distributor RS Group, emergency plumbing and drainage specialists Dyno-Rod East Midlands, and local property experts Stuart Charles Estate Agents. Their contributions ensure that the event remains entirely free to access for the public with help also from our Friends of Corby Pride who have supported us with in-kind donations.

Leader of Corby Town Council, Cllr Simon Rielly said: “Corby Pride is a shining example of what makes our town so special—unity, diversity, and an incredibly strong community spirit. We are immensely proud to host this event, bringing people together to celebrate love and identity in a safe, joyful environment.

An event of this scale is a true team effort. From our incredible headline acts, the 50 plus local traders, our volunteers to our monumental corporate sponsors led by Specsavers, everyone has stepped up to keep this event free and accessible to all.”

28/05/2026

Community is Celebrated at Corby’s Annual Mayor Making

A Corby town councillor has been thanked for an amazing year of service as Mayor – and a new town councillor has been welcomed into the role.

The Annual Council and Mayor Making took place at The Raven Hall on Rockingham Road on Tuesday, 26 May.

It began with Cllr Callum Reilly reflecting on his year as Mayor, which saw him lead on fundraising for his chosen charities, Lakelands Hospice and Corby’s branch of the family support charity Home-Start.

Since the meeting, a further donation means Cllr Reilly has reached a fundraising target of £10,000.

Over his year in the role Cllr Reilly attended some 100 events in Corby and further afield, connecting with charities, community groups, schools and businesses. Fundraisers included the Corby 5K Funday, Mayor’s Ball and the recent night of entertainment “Big About Corby”.

Addressing the meeting, Cllr Reilly said: “It’s been a true honour and a privilege to be Mayor. We would not have got that total for the charities without the significant power of Corby’s community, showing up and taking part in all the fundraising. Corby is one special place.”

The new Mayor is Cllr Steve O’Brien. On his appointment he said: “My personal thanks go to Cllr Reilly for his time as Mayor. His breadth of work across the community has been outstanding and I consider these are big shoes to fill.

Corby has always been at the heart of my family. It's a town with a fantastic sense of pride and community, where everybody pulls together and works together. My own professional background started off in health, both as an adult and mental health nurse. In keeping with that theme, the nominated charities for my year as Mayor will be Lakelands Hospice and Mind in Corby.”

The Deputy Mayor of Corby for the 2026-27 civic year is Cllr William Colquhoun.

The meeting also saw Cllr Simon Rielly re-elected the Leader of the Town Council, and Cllr Callum Reilly was elected Deputy Leader.

The meeting was supported by councillors, members of the public including the families of the mayors, and the Mayor of Northampton, Cllr Mike Hallam.

More about the work of Corby Town Council in our community can be found at the website www.corbytowncouncil.gov.uk and under Corby Town Council on social media.

Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce

19/05/2026