Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce the completion of comprehensive legal arrangements for all play areas under its responsibility, accompanied by the installation of striking new signage across the facilities.

Following extensive work behind the scenes, the Council has successfully established proper legal frameworks for its play areas, addressing gaps that existed from previous arrangements. This important administrative work ensures that Ashington Town Council operates with full legal clarity and proper due diligence in managing these valuable community assets.

The Council secured formal transfers of the play areas at Seaton Vale, Epsom Drive, and Aintree Close from their respective developers last year, establishing clear ownership and responsibility. The long-term leases with Northumberland County Council for the play areas at Alexandra Road, Peoples Park, Paddock Wood, and North Seaton Colliery have just been completed.

A recent visit by local councillors has highlighted the remarkable transformation and ongoing vitality of Ashington’s historic Veterans and Elders Centre, a community hub that has been serving ex-servicemen and local residents since 1918.

Ashington Town Council, Climate Change and Environment Committee Meeting is being held on Tuesday 24th June, starting at 6:00pm. The meeting is held in the Town Hall, Council Chamber, 65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX.

A Family event features giant whale classroom, live music, fairground rides and parade celebrating local heritage

Ashington Town Council is delighted to report on the successful community gathering held yesterday at Full Circle Food Project to celebrate Refugee Week through the power of shared food and friendship.

Local organisations and residents unite for environmental sustainability showcase

Civic Head Councillor Pauline Thompson attended a special session of the Blossoming Communities arts and crafts program, celebrating the organisation’s commitment to mindfulness and wellbeing in the local community.

Distinguished guests and community unite to remember those who worked in the Northumberland Coalfield

At last night’s meeting, Ashington Town Council’s Finance and General Services Committee re-elected Councillor Lynne Grimshaw as Chair and elected Councillor Louis Brown as Vice-Chair.

As the Responsible Financial Officer (RFO) of Ashington Town Council, I am pleased to announce the conclusion of our financial year and the approval of our end-of-year finances at last night’s council meeting.

Our council has diligently adhered to the Accounts and Audit Regulations, ensuring that our financial affairs are properly administered and aligned with legal standards. This commitment to good governance, accountability, and transparency is fundamental to our mission of providing efficient and effective public services to the Ashington community.