Welcome to Chelveston

Chelveston is a small village located in the county of Northamptonshire, England. The village is situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Raunds and 10 miles north-east of the town of Wellingborough. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, which is popular with walkers and cyclists. The village has a population of around 500 people and is home to a number of local amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a pub.

Chelveston has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as "Celvestone". During the medieval period, the village was home to a number of wealthy landowners, including the de Chelveston family, who gave the village its name. In the 19th century, the village became a centre for the shoe and boot-making industry, with many local people employed in the trade.

Today, Chelveston is a peaceful and picturesque village, with a strong sense of community. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, including the nearby Chelveston Wood, which is a popular spot for nature lovers. The village is also home to a number of local events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. Overall, Chelveston is a charming and welcoming village, with a rich history and a bright future.

Local Schools

School	Details
Stanwick Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Chloe Neild (Principal)	Church Street Stanwick Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6PS 1933623117 School Website
Chelveston Road School Free Schools Special Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Mark Adams	Chelveston Road Higham Ferrers Northamptonshire NN10 8HN 1933834490 School Website
The Ferrers School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Angela Smith	Queensway Higham Ferrers Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 8LF 01933313411 School Website
Raunds Park Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mr Mark Currell	Park Street Raunds Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6NB 1933622415 School Website
Higham Ferrers Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Victoria Bull	Saffron Road Higham Ferrers Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 8ED 01933312748 School Website
Manor School Sports College Academy Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Lee Towers	Mountbatten Way Raunds Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6PA 01933623921 School Website
St Peters Church Of England Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mark Currell	Mountbatten Way Raunds Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6PA 01933622400 School Website
Henry Chichele Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sue Hope	School Lane Higham Ferrers Northamptonshire NN10 8NQ 01933352850 School Website
Windmill Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Rhys Penny	Windmill Lane Raunds Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6LA 01933623121 School Website
Higham Ferrers Nursery And Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Linda Ward	Wharf Road Higham Ferrers Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 8BQ 01933312904 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wellingborough Midland Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1NA 5.96 Miles

Kettering Station Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7HJ 9.48 Miles

Bedford Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS 12.75 Miles

Bedford St Johns Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN 13.19 Miles

Corby Station Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 1UJ 13.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Raunds Taxi 01933 624000 Brook Street, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 6LL 1.91 Miles
Airport Specialists 01933 396329 12 Manor Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 8BX 2.04 Miles
Hamblin Cars 07801 288296 46 Fitzwilliam Leys, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 8LY 2.07 Miles
Heritage Travel 07789 551996 44 Midland Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 6JF 2.35 Miles
Brians Taxis And Minibuses 01933 411410 8 Peck Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 6BD 2.44 Miles
Brookhill Private Hire 01933 460086 West Street, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 6HY 2.47 Miles
Gps Taxis 01933 355055 126 High Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 0PD 2.72 Miles
Brian's Taxi Services 01933 418282 126 High Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 0PD 2.72 Miles
Alco Taxis Ltd 01933 412222 22 Church Street, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 9YT 2.82 Miles
Blue Corner Cars Ltd 01933 355555 15 High St South, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 0QU 2.91 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Water Lane Chelveston No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Caldecott No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chelveston Crescent No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stanwick Post Office Collection Today available until:10:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Alfred Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross Roads No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manningham Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grove Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elizabeth Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dryden Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorpe Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kimbolton Road Collection Today available until:11:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
North End Collection Today available until:11:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Sackville Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Raunds Post Office Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Higham Ferrers Surgery 01933 412777	Higham Ferrers Surgery Saffron Road Higham Ferrers Northamptonshire NN10 8ED
Marshalls Road Surgery 01933 622349	Marshalls Road Surgery 7 Marshalls Road Raunds, Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6ET
The Cottons Medical Centre 01933 623327	The Cottons Meadow Lane Raunds Northamptonshire NN9 6UA
Harborough Field Surgery 01933 354200	Harborough Field Surgery 160 Newton Road Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 0GP
Harborough Field Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	160 Newton Road Rushden NN10 0GP

Local Stores

Raunds
91-93 Brook Street
Raunds
Wellingborough
Northamptonshire
NN9 6LW
01933 622281
Store Website
1.83 miles

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SPAR Raunds
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High Street
Raunds
NN9 6HS
01933 460088
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Higham Ferrers Veterinary Clinic
3 College Street Higham Ferrers Northamptonshire NN10 8DX 01933 770 200 reception@highamvets.com Website 2.01 miles
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Northlands Veterinary Group
6 Hill Street Raunds Wellingborough Northamptonshire NN9 6NN 01536 485543 raunds@northlands-vets.co.uk Website 2.03 miles

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Northlands Veterinary Group
22 Church Street Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 9YT 01536 485543 rushden@northlands-vets.co.uk Website 2.81 miles

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Rushden Vets
Rushden Vets 163-165A Wellingborough Road Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 9TA 01933 314199 contact@rushdenvets.co.uk Website 2.99 miles
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Rushden Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 Crown Way Retail Park Rushden Northamptonshire NN10 6BT 01933 35290 rushden@vets4pets.com Website 3.13 miles
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Thrapston Veterinary Surgery
6 Midland Road Thrapston Kettering Northamptonshire NN14 4JR 01832 732 632 thrapston@oundlevets.co.uk Website 5.47 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Raunds Mill Lane
Many Different Routes Available 270 A45 Ringstead Wellingborough NN9 6EQ 2.39 miles

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Wymington Spinney
Pleasant Walk Along Public Footpaths Through Woodland And Across Arable Land Between Wymington, Rushden And Irchester. There Are A Number Of Clearly Visible Loops. Short, Medium Or Longer. Lovely. Ores Across To Farndish And Podington. Dog Friendly Pub In Wymington.Very Popular With Dog Walkers But Please Pick Up After Your Pet And Take Any Litter To The Nearest Bin! Can Be Very Muddy And Slippery So Waterproofs And Wellies Are A Good Idea! 63 Whitefriars Rushden NN10 9PE 3.54 miles

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Kinewell Lake Ringstead
Lovely Circular Walk Around Kinewell Lake Just Outside Ringstead Village. Can Be Very Muddy During Wet Weather. Parking At Kinewell Pocket Park, Half Way Around You Can Stop At Woodford Lock Tea Room. Dogs On Lead Between April And June For Breeding Season. 1977 Ringstead Rd Woodford Kettering NN14 4DU 3.58 miles

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Irchester Country Park
Old Ironstone Quarry. Jungle Park Activities For Children. Short And Long Trails Through 83 Hectares Of Woodland. On And Off Lead Walks. 89 Gipsy Ln Irchester Wellingborough NN29 7DJ 5.58 miles

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Twywell Hill And Dales
A510 Kettering Lancashire NN14 4AW 5.75 miles

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Sywell Country Park
This Lovely Walk Is Around A Reservoir And Takes About An Hour And A Half To Complete. It Has The Water One Side Of The Path And On The Other Is Fields Which Are Fenced Off. There Are Gateways Throughout Separating The Walk Into Sections, Which Is Good For Dogs That Don't Like To Come Back!! There's A Café At The Entrance, A Kids Play Area (Dogs Not Allowed In There), And Poo Bins Around The Site So That You Don't Have To Carry The Bags All The Way Around. Parking Is £3 At The Moment. Park View Washbrook Ln Ecton Northampton NN6 0QX 10.10 miles

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