Aylesbury

Village of Aylesbury, SK Canada

You Are Invited to the Aylesbury Centennial Celebration, 2010!!

July 30 - August 1, 2010

Click HERE for your invitation!

It's going to be a fabulous weekend of fun, entertainment and remembering. We want to see you there to renew old acquaintances.

Come on Home to your Home Town!!!

A full events schedule for the weekend is available now on the

Aylesbury Centennial Homepage

Important Notice to all residents, past and present!!

The Centennial committee is trying to organize an Aylesbury history book and we'd like to get as many families as possible to participate. We are very excited about documenting the history of Aylesbury and the many people who have called it home . Please email your family history to aylesburycentennial@gmail.com.

Thank You!

Agricultural Update

Saskatchewan based grain company, Mobil Grain along with the

Last Mountain Rail railway have begun to once again clean and

ship grain out of Aylesbury!

Since purchasing the rail line between Lumsden and Davidson from CN Rail, Last Mountain Rail has developed a number of shipping points along the line which have given local producers

a viable option for shipping their products to markets around the world and Aylesbury is now part of that plan.

This is very exciting news for our community and for our local producers as well. Aylesbury was built and thrived as an agricultural community and this new development allows us to hold on to our past while looking to a bright future for Aylesbury!

P&H Elevator photos

We've posted some pictures of the historic P&H Elevator in Aylesbury

on its final day as it was being demolished. It was October of 2009

when the elevator came down and was captured in these pictures

by Aylesbury resident Doris Florness.

Visit the Photo Gallery to view pictures.

Aylesbury, SK Canada

As you travel Highway 11 between Regina and Saskatoon you will come across the small farming community of Aylesbury, SK, which falls inside the boundaries of the RM of Craik No. 222. The community lies 106 km north of Regina and is right along the #11 on the south side of the highway.

About Us (P&H Elevator 2006)

The Village of Aylesbury has a rich and storied past dating back well over 100 years! In 1910 it was incorporated as a town and was just another one of hundreds of bustling, growing communities in Saskatchewan. As it was then and continues to be now Aylesbury's local economy is largely based around the agricultural industry.

Presently there are about 45 residents in the village itself and approximately another 50-75 people who call Aylesbury "their town" but live in the rural surrounding area. As with many smaller Saskatchewan communities time has taken its toll on the population and business opportunities in the village; But that hasn't taken away from the community spirit that is as strong now as it was in the past for the remaining residents of Aylesbury. The community hall is a busy place hosting events year 'round from tea parties to dances. The Aylesbury Hotel has been a mainstay in the village for many years, while the "Elephant Lounge" is a great place to meet with friends for coffee or a cold beverage on a hot summer day.

In 2010 we will be celebrating the100th anniversary of our incorporation as a town and we are extremely excited about the year. We are planning many events and are looking forward to inviting back as many former residents as possible to help us celebrate the big occasion. As we arrive closer to 2010 we will keep you informed on all the activities that will be happening so be sure to check back over the coming months for details.

Click on the "Calendar of Events" tab at the top of the page to find out what's happening in our community and entire Craik/Aylesbury district.

Village Information

Non-serviced lots are available within the village limits for $100.00. (contact the village office for full details)
Presently there are no "serviced" lot available.
All town services are conducted on a volunteer basis by community residents
There is an abundant supply of good clean water available to residents.
The Don Forsyth Campground is a lovely spot to spend a quiet evening after a long day on the road. The campground is located right on the edge of the village limits and boasts electrical sites and indoor showers and bathrooms. Camping fees are $10.00/night. Drop-ins are definitely welcome! (contact village office for details)
The Aylesbury Village Hall is available to rent for private or corporate functions. It has a full-service kitchen area, a nice stage and seats about 100 to 125 people. To book your next event please contact Daphne Heinen at 306-734-2965 for details.
We have an independent postal outlet located in the Aylesbury Hotel. The mail is delivered and sent through Canada Post but the outlet is independently operated. Post office hours are from 11:00 am to 7:00pm daily and closed on weekends.

Local Organizations

The Aylesbury Go-Getters are a group of local residents who make things happen within the community! Their enthusiasm for local events is amazing and can be extremely helpful in getting your event off the ground and running smoothly. To contact the "Go-Getters" call Alice Lang at 306-734-2946

The Aylesbury Recreational Board is also a group of local volunteer residents that are involved in all things recreational. To contact the "Rec Board" please call Darrel Werdall at 306-734-2804.

If you are looking for a quiet, small and friendly community to make your home then Aylesbury could be just the place for you!

For more information contact Doris Florness at 306-734-2434.

The "OX and CART" our village symbol

Fun Facts:

The first school to open in Aylesbury was in 1909,

Aylesbury School #2127. The first teacher to be hired was William Bradley at a rate of $60.00/month but increased to $175.00 three weeks later.

Oh how times have changed!

Fun Facts:

The Parrish and Heimbecker grain company was the last elevator to operate in Aylesbury and did so right up until the

mid 1990s. It was constructed around 1906 but sadly. like many others before it, it was demolished in October of 2009.

(Photos Here)

Fun Facts:

Aylesbury Village

Symbol, the

"OX and CART"

is located along

Highway 11 at the main entry way into

Aylesbury.

Stop by for a look!!

(see photo above)

Click HERE for more details.