In a continued effort to support local wildlife and engage the community in environmental conservation, Neighbourhood Services Officers Mark Air and Ryan Appleby have installed 160 bird boxes, following funding approval from the Climate Change and Environment Committee in May.

Ashington Town Council is thrilled to announce the resounding success of its summer free family swim sessions, with over 100 young people and their families diving into the fun at Ashington Leisure Centre.

The initiative, launched in August and supported by Places Leisure, provided free swimming opportunities every Saturday throughout the summer holidays. The response from the community was overwhelmingly positive, with families enjoying quality time together.

The success of the swim sessions follows on the heels of another popular Youth Advisory Committee initiative - the Tuesday Market activities. Throughout the summer, these events offered a diverse range of free entertainment for young people, from engaging crafts, media and wildlife to exhilarating breakdancing sessions. The variety of activities ensured there was something for everyone, further demonstrating the Council’s commitment to providing accessible, enjoyable experiences for Ashington’s youth.

Building on this success, Ashington Town Council is excited to announce that the free swim sessions will return during the October half-term break. This time, families will have two opportunities during the week to make a splash. We will also have a trick or treat trail and some spectacularly spooky stalls on the Tuesday Market.

The Town Council extends its heartfelt thanks to Places Leisure and the staff at Ashington Leisure Centre for their support and cooperation in making these sessions possible.

Dates and times for the October half-term free swim sessions will be announced soon. Families are encouraged to keep an eye on the Ashington Town Council’s social media channels and website for updates.

We would love to hear from you. For more information or to provide feedback, please contact Ashington Town Council at admin@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk or call (01670) 624521.

Residents living near the newly upgraded Northumberland Line are being urged to exercise caution as the route becomes significantly busier. Driver training has now begun, meaning more frequent and faster trains are running on the line than at any point in the last 60 years.

Ashington residents are invited to attend the upcoming Finance and General Services Meeting on Tuesday, September 10th, 2024 at the Town Hall (65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX) at 6:00pm.

The Northumberland Line project continues to make significant progress, with several recent milestones achieved:

Ashington Town Council is excited to announce the opening of the third round of its Small Grant Fund for the 2024/25 financial year.

Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce the return of the Pride Picnic at Hirst Park on Saturday, September 7th, from 10 AM to 2 PM.

Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce the successful installation of a new pontoon at Cambois Rowing Club.

Ashington Town Council has temporarily closed the Alexandra Road Play Area.

We’re delighted to report that the animation workshops at the recent Ashington Tuesday Market were a roaring success!