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Primary School News…

….From the Headteacher…

I am delighted to say that we are back for the Autumn Term, energised and raring to go. It has certainly been a fantastic start to our 2026-27 academic year and it has been wonderful to see our school come back to life after a well-deserved summer break.

One of the highlights of September is always welcoming our new Reception children, along with pupils who have joined us in other year groups. I am incredibly proud of how quickly they have settled into school life and become part of our Guilsborough family. Across the school, children have returned with smiles on their faces, eager to learn, reconnect with friends and embrace the exciting opportunities ahead. It has been equally wonderful to see the enthusiasm and positivity from our staff team.

The months ahead promise to be busy and exciting. We have a range of special events planned, including a Maths Day, a Day of Languages, our Young Leaders Awards, Forest School adventures and a variety of educational trips and visits. These experiences play an important role in enriching our curriculum and creating lasting memories for our children.

At Guilsborough C of E Primary, we are passionate about providing opportunities that inspire curiosity, build confidence and encourage every child to achieve their very best. The positive atmosphere around school already suggests that this is going to be a successful and rewarding year for everyone.

If you would like to keep up to date with everything happening at Guilsborough C of E Primary, please visit our website at www.guilsboroughprimary.co.uk. You can also follow us on X @guilsboroughpri and on Instagram @guilsboroughprimaryschool for regular news, updates and celebrations of our pupils' achievements.

I look forward to sharing more of our successes with the community as the year progresses.

K Shilliam
Headteacher, Guilsborough Primary School

PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

Roads and Footpaths

We're very pleased to note that not only potholes are being repaired but also some footpaths have also received attention within the village. We are aware though that there are still areas needing attention so if you notice any, please do report it on https://fix.westnorthants.gov.uk.

Vegetation

We are receiving complaints of overgrown vegetation obstructing some footpaths. This can be also be reported on the same website as above however, they will only deal with vegetation on Highways land. Residents are responsible for vegetation coming from their property so please do carry out any cutting back you need to do.

Speeding Traffic

We are still receiving reports of speeding traffic and data shows that some is in excess of twice the speed limit. This is plainly dangerous and could lead to an immediate loss of a driving licence. If you witness any obvious speeding traffic, please do let us know.

Playground

By the time you're reading this, the new climbing net will have been fenced off again. Due to the extreme temperatures we've experienced this summer, the turf (which forms part of the protection should a child fall) has failed to root properly and will have been replaced, which now needs to be given time to take root so please, do instruct your children not to enter the fenced off area. Rest assured, it will be removed as soon as possible.

Remembrance Day

Poppies

On Saturday 24th October there will be a short ceremony on the village green at 2.30 to dedicate a display of poppies created and crafted by volunteers in memory of those who gave their lives in the service of their country.

The ceremony will be followed by refreshments in the village hall. The display will be assembled in Guilsborough village hall on Saturday 10th October starting at 10.00am.

Pam Townsend will be designing the display with the poppies collected before 3rd October. We would welcome volunteers to help with assembling the display. please come and join us.

Parade

The Remembrance Day Service will be on Sunday 8th November at St Etheldreda's Church Guilsborough. The Parade will assemble in the car park at the Witch and Sow and commence marching to the church at 2.30 led by the Cadet Band. We would like to see as many people as possible join the parade.

Refreshments will be served in the church after the service.

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Tennis for all at

Sad end of a mighty oak tree

to Guilsborough

Bernadette and David Rowell have moved to 4 The Poplars, Guilsborough.

This wonderful old oak tree, 30ft girth and 100ft canopy fell down last month in the Park, above the Fish Pond at Guilsborough.

I think it was 400-500 years old, so Oliver Cromwell could have rested under it, on the way to the battle of Naseby in 1645.

Hugh Lowther

(who, if you look closely, is standing close to the base of the trunk)

Bags & Balls!

To the kind soul who has fixed a poop bag dispenser to the entrance of the dog walking field (kindly permitted activity by the Lowthers), thank you.

Dog walkers, there are no excuses now!

GMADS – Oct/Nov 2026

With a quiz and two drama productions lined up for 2027, it’s shaping up to be an exciting few months for GMADS.

Our ever-popular Quiz Night returns on 20 November, hosted by Dave — famous for his wonderfully fiendish and imaginative questions from the old Witch & Sow days. Tickets always go quickly, so message Amanda on 07508 058998 to secure your spot.

To brighten up the winter months, we’re delighted to present a Medieval Supper with entertainment on 29 January 2027. More details will follow soon, but if you’d like to help bring Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales to life, give Pam a call on 07900 861155. Very few lines to learn — we promise!

Our spring production will be Murdered to Death, a wonderfully comic whodunnit directed by Gip Ingles. Save the dates: 18–20 March 2027.

GMADS is a friendly, welcoming group, and we’re always happy to meet new members from Guilsborough and the surrounding villages — whether you’d like to tread the boards or lend a hand behind the scenes. To find out more, call our chair, Amanda Miller, on 07508 058998.

Guilsborough Friends…

…Where good company meets great conversation

Looking to make new friends and enjoy lively social activities in a warm welcoming group? Guilsborough Friends is a diverse mix of ladies and gentlemen who enjoy meeting once a month to share, interests, ideas and good company.
Our varied programme includes:

Fascinating guest speakers
Informative garden visits
Enjoyable suppers and social evenings
Visits to local places of interest
And plenty more besides

£3 per meeting, unless otherwise stated, which is used to cover refreshments, costs and make charitable donations.

We look forward to welcoming new members.

Our Programme for the next 3 months:

Thursday 8th October Ooh Matron – talk by Steve Dimmer about the famous Carry On Films

Thursday 12th November My Family's Heroes – talk by Mike Milner

Thursday 3rd December Christmas Party

For further information contact:

Janet Minney T 01604 740640

Elizabeth Southgate T 01604 740064

Visit to Neaturn Farm Animal Sanctuary

Guilsborough Friends had a super visit to Neaturn Farm Animal Sanctuary. For once the weather was ideal. Grandparents, grandchildren, GF members and UFO members enjoyed the walk and excellent talk by Emma about the rescued animals.

A real favourite was Starbucks, the piebald pony, who was found running down a main road. Starbucks was eventually cornered into one of the cafes and was consequently given the name. His mane and tail were badly matted and the sanctuary thought they would have to cut both off. Perseverance, combined with Starbucks' cooperation meant this didn't happen. £160 was donated to the charity.

The 22nd Guilsborough Plate Tennis Tournament took place on Sunday 13th September in (mostly) fine weather! A wonderful mix of ages took part and two teenagers were in the final. A first! Our thanks to the organisers Sarah Dalzell and Christine Benbow for sorting the draw, organising play and doing everything else behind the scenes to make it happen. A great day all round.