A&R Print Solutions
Check out our friendly, reliable local printers. Nigel and his dog will print (almost) anything, and even have an 'emergency' service. Thank you for all the high quality programmes, banners, flyers & posters. A special note for dressmakers: Nigel can print PDF patterns!
http://www.aandrprint.co.uk/
Adam's Apple
A family run business, Adam's Apple supplies fresh top quality fruit and vegetables. You can order a wholesale delivery for your business, a fruit box for office snacking or veg box delivered to your home locally. If you shop in person at Enterprise Way you'll get knowledgeable and friendly advice, you can refill your bottles of detergent and cleaning products, and check out the community notice board where they publicise local events, including us. They love their music, so thanks to Adam & the family for your support and the delicious fruit!
Open Monday to Friday 07.00 – 17.00, Saturday 07.00 – 13.00, Closed Sundays and bank holidays. Tel: 01933 626611
http://www.adamsapple.biz/
The Arts Council
When we applied for funding to develop grassroots music around Raunds we said, of our volunteer committee and our loyal audience "we are all passionate about music and its ability to bring people together" Thank you to the Arts Council for supporting us in that mission.
https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/Brook Street Newsagent
Thank you for opening every morning at 5.30 to serve our community, and for selling our Festival & Fringe tickets.
Closes: Monday to Friday 17.30, Saturday 17.00, Sunday 12.00
East Northamptonshire Council
A big thank you to local councillors who have supported us, especially the music and dance workshops and Schools' Ceilidh, from their Empowerment Fund.
https://www.east-northamptonshire.gov.uk/
Krumbs
The lovely food at the Festival is provided by Krumbs, and an especial thank you for the Sunday tea that keeps the acts and helpers going through to finish our Festival in style.
http://www.krumbs.uk.com/
Manor School Sports College
We are glad to work alongside Manor School, providing music workshops and welcoming their musicians to the Schools Ceilidh. Here you can see them introducing an Italian audience to English melodeon:
Raunds Hardware & Pet Supplies
83-5 Brook Street is an Aladdin's Cave for DiY enthusiasts, gardeners, pet owners, and anyone who finds they need that little something for a household task. And they sell tickets for our events as well! Thank you Raunds Hardware for your support - sometimes, when it involves gaffer tape, literally.
Open Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.30 (closes 17.00 on Saturday). Tel: 01933 626261
https://www.facebook.com/RHAPSuppies
Raunds Library
Another friendly & welcoming place in our community, Library Friends & volunteers help to keep the library open for advice drop-ins, rhymetime, technology advice, knit & natter and other groups. Thank you for being our partners in some Fringe events, and hosting Little Sing for children & their grown-ups on Festival Saturday (10.15 – 11.15)
Normally open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10.00 – 18.00 Raunds Town
Raunds Town Council
The Town Council are a great supportive partner helping us to make our festival even better. They supply our main venue, The Saxon Hall and our fantastic new stage. And thank you for putting our name up in lights on the Town notice board!
The office is usually open Monday to Friday 09.30-14.00 Tel: 01933 622087
https://www.raunds-tc.gov.uk/
World Upside Down
A friendly pub, with regular quiz and jam nights, they host our song and tune sessions. Thank you for the Festival Sunday barbecue!
Food normally served: Wednesday & Thursday 17.30 – 20.30
Friday & Saturday 17.00 – 21.00.
Saturday brunch from 12, and Sunday lunch 12.00 – 17.00
Tel: 01933 626805
http://www.worldupsidedown.co.uk/