Perched on a hill in the centre of the village, the church of St Andrew’s in Spratton is a fine example of transitional architecture between Romanesque and Norman style. The doorway in the tower is Norman and you can see the contrasting styles of the lower part of the tower and the upper part. It […]
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The October Fair
Market Harborough used to hold an annual fair in October. The Fair would begin on 18th October, the eve of St Dionysius, and last for nine days. It was something which was looked forward to for months. The town would be packed with people and stalls selling produce. Farmer’s waggons would bring in people from […]