Welcome to Blisworth
Blisworth is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of West Northamptonshire
Blisworth is a thriving, picturesque village in South Northamptonshire situated 5 miles south of the county town. It has some 900 homes and an estimated population of 1870 (2010 village survey).
The West Coast Railway runs close to Blisworth and the Grand Union Canal passes through the village which extends from the famous Blisworth Tunnel, to the outlying residential areas of Blisworth Arm and Blisworth Park.
Village amenities include a primary school, a village shop with news agency and post office and two local pubs. Many small businesses surround the area, largely in discreet attractive business parks.
Contact Information
- Address
- Blisworth Parish Council
48 Pond Bank
Blisworth
Northamptonshire
NN7 3EL
Forthcoming Meetings
News
Help shape future healthy lifestyles support in West Northamptonshire
An excellent opportunity to contribute your ideas on improving access to local services in Blisworth. West Northamptonshire Council is undertaking a survey to assess its healthy‑lifestyle services and identify ways these could be strengthened.
Planned Road Closures from 9th Nov 2026
Cadent Gas Works due to close the Gayton Road, from Blisworth.
Blisworth Parish Council Newsletter No 170 Aug Sept 2026
New edition of Blisworth Parish Council newsletter.
Grants for Community Groups
Fresh grant funding available to power community impact across West Northants.
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Past Council Meetings
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Finance
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Services
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People
Christopher Read MBE
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clerk@
blisworthparishcouncil. gov. uk - Vice-Chairman
Council and Staff Figures
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Area Information
Stats
| Population Estimate | 1822 |
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| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Region | East Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Postcode District | NN12, NN7 |
| Dialling Code | 01604 |
| Police Force | Northamptonshire Police Force |
| Fire Authority | Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service |
| Health Area | NHS Northamptonshire CCG |