Bellringers Tower Open Day
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:10 UTC | St Mary Magdalene Church, Church Street, Cottingham, LE16 8XU, United Kingdom
Cottingham Church will be taking part in a tower open day on 16 May, organised by the Kettering Branch of the Peterborough Diocesan Guild of Bellringers.
St Mary Magdalene is one of 24 towers that will be open during the day for visiting bellringers to come and ring the bells.
Cottingham will be open for just over an hour from 11am to 12.10pm.
There may be additional vehicles in the village around this time, especially down Church Street, and of course the church bells will be ringing throughout the hour.
The money raised from the day will go to fund the restoriation of the bells at St Botolph’s Church, Stoke Albany.

Village Store Shareholder AGM
2026-05-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Cottingham and Middleton Village Hall, Berryfield Road, Cottingham, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 8XY, United Kingdom
The 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of Cottingham and Middleton Village Shop and Café Ltd will take place at the Village Hall on 19 May.
To conduct the meeting and carry out the necessary business, the meeting must be quorate, so the Shop Committee strongly encourages as many shareholders as possible to attend the AGM, or to complete the voting paper that will be sent to all shareholders three weeks before the meeting.
Voting papers will also be available at the shop from 28 April to 18 May, and there’ll also be a box in the shop for completed voting papers.

Open Mic @ Village Hall
2026-05-23 18:30 - 22:00 | Cottingham and Middleton Village Hall, Berryfield Road, Cottingham, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 8XY, United Kingdom
It’s back! By popular demand, we’ll be holding another Open Mic event at the Village Hall on Saturday 23 May.
Whether you’re a singer, poet, comedian, or storyteller — the mic is yours!
Join us for a night of raw talent, good vibes, and unforgettable performances.
There’s no entrance or performance fee.
The bar will be open from 6.30pm and the performances start at 7pm.
Bring your friends, your voice, and your courage.
Drinks flowing. Applause guaranteed.
For more information or to book a slot, please email cotmidvh@outlook.com.

Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra Spring Concert
2026-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | St Mary Magdalene Church, Church Street, Cottingham, LE16 8XU, United Kingdom
We are delighted to announce the return to St Mary Magdalene Church of Market Harborough’s Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra.
Following a sellout concert in Summer 2024, this nationally acclaimed orchestra will be returning with a varied repertoire to suit all musical tastes, from classical music, jazz, swing and big band favourites to modern pop and film music.
Phoenix Saxophone Orchestra features six different types of saxophone, from the sopranino to the bass sax, and makes a truly rousing sound.
Tickets are £12 to include a glass of fizz and nibbles (£6 for under 16s).
To book, please contact Angela on cottinghamchurch@gmail.com, or WhatsApp to 07594 682671.

Wine tasting - Sip The Unexpected
2026-06-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Cottingham and Middleton Village Hall, Berryfield Road, Cottingham, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 8XY, United Kingdom
Join us for our next wine tasting event, sampling a number of wines from grapes and/or countries not yet explored.
An evening of suspense and mystery, we will be tasting the Secret Seven (all to be revealed on the night) along with appetising nibbles and a cheese table.
All profits go towards Village Hall related improvements.
Tickets are £25 from janathome246@gmail.com

Valley Voice, Medbourne Church
2026-06-14 15:00 | St Giles Church, Medbourne, Main Street, Medbourne, United Kingdom
The Welland Valley Voice Community Choir will be performing at Medbourne Church on the afternoon of 14 June.
Please save the date. More information to follow.

Cottingham & Middleton Summer Fete
2026-07-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Cottingham and Middleton Village Hall, Berryfield Road, Cottingham, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 8XY, United Kingdom
Get ready for a fun-filled day of music, games, food, and community spirit!
Expect classic fete favourites — from homemade cakes and craft stalls to raffles, live entertainment, and plenty of laughter. Bring your friends, family, and picnic blankets — it’s going to be the event of the summer! ☀🎶
Spread the word and let’s make this year’s fete the best one yet!

24 Carat Jazz, Cottingham Church
2026-08-16 15:00 - 17:30 | St Mary Magdalene Church, Church Street, Cottingham, LE16 8XU, United Kingdom
By popular demand, the 24 Carat Jazz trio is returning to St Mary Magdalene Church to perform as part of the ‘Sunday Sessions’ series.
Featuring Jane Smith on vocals and tenor sax, John Deane on piano and Kevin Griffiths on double bass, this popular trio plays easy listening jazz and swing favourites from the likes of Ella Fitzgerald, George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Frank Sinatra, to name but a few.
Tickets are £10 each to include a glass of fizz and canapés.
Please get your ticket in advance so we know how many to cater for. Contact Angela on cottinghamchurch@gmail.com, or Whats App to 07594 682671.
All profits will go to the Cottingham Church New Loo projecy.
Doors open at 3pm and the music will start at 3.30pm. The perfect way to spend a laid back Sunday afternoon!

Fish & Chips Quiz
2026-11-21 18:30 - 22:00 | Cottingham and Middleton Village Hall, Berryfield Road, Cottingham, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 8XY, United Kingdom
Ant Lixquorish will be retrning to the Village Hall with his popular quiz night, in aid of church funds, accompanied by a fish and chip supper.
Please put the date intoyour diary. More information coming soon.
