Helmdon
Helmdon Parish covers an area of approximately 600 hectares in south Northamptonshire and includes the village of Helmdon and the settlements of Astwell and Falcutt.
The village of Helmdon lies 6 kilometres north of Brackley, 11 kilometres east north east of Banbury and 24 kilometres south west of Northampton. The centre of the village lies at grid reference SP587439.
In 2004 the parish had a population of approximately 950. There were approximately 350 properties, 50 of which lie outside the village confines.
The village lies either side of a small valley at the headwaters of the River Tove. The physical presence of the river and former LMS rail line divides the village into two areas. Historically the village developed along Church Street, Wappenham Road and Cross Lane. A village based on agriculture is clearly identified by the number of former and continuing farmhouses in the village, which run into double figures.
Helmdon has a vibrant and active community with a shop, pub, and church. There are over 30 active groups catering for everyone from the youngest child to the most senior resident.
Courtesy of www.helmdon.com
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