Ashington Town Council is thrilled to announce the successful completion of a state-of-the-art Double Bay Cricket Practice Training Facility at Ashington Rugby Cricket Club. The council contributed £3,000 towards this exciting project last year, which was ready just in time for the 2024 cricket season.

In a true celebration of Ashington’s cricketing heritage, England, and Durham fast bowler Mark Wood, one of Ashington’s own, officially opened the new nets. Wood, currently one of the fastest bowlers in the world, embodies the potential that facilities like this can unlock in young players.

The Town Council commends our Allotment Officer, Alan Bunker, and the dedicated allotment holders for their outstanding efforts in clearing years of accumulated metal waste from the North Seaton Colliery site. What could have ended up in landfill has been recycled. This initiative has sparked a broader conversation about sustainable practices and waste management on our allotments.

We strongly support the “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” approach, with a strong emphasis on the first two Rs.

When reduction and reuse aren’t possible, we’ll focus on proper recycling. Our recent metal collection was such a success, we plan to extend this approach to other materials like glass in the future, and reach out to all allotment sites.

If you have ideas, especially those specific to allotment settings, please contact Alan at alan.bunker@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk

Together, we can cultivate not just vegetables, but also more sustainable allotment management.

ASHINGTON - Get ready to make a splash this summer! Ashington Town Council is thrilled to announce the launch of free swim sessions for families for the next three Saturdays of the summer holidays, starting from Saturday 17th August.

This exciting initiative, fully funded by the Town Council’s new Youth Advisory Committee, aims to promote healthy activities for family and friends. Whether it’s rain or shine outside, the pool offers a fantastic opportunity for fun, fitness, and learning.

The Town Council extends its gratitude to Places Leisure and Ashington Leisure Centre for their cooperation and enthusiasm in making these sessions possible.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for free family fun. Dive in and make a splash with us this summer!

If you have any questions, please contact Gary on (01670) 624521.

Ashington Town Council is thrilled see the fun and efforts of a community-focused bird box initiative, spearheaded by our dedicated Neighbourhood Services Officers, Mark, and Ryan. This initiative has seen the creation of hundreds of handmade bird boxes, designed to provide safe nesting spaces for local birdlife and encourage environmental stewardship within our community.

The links between Ashington, Newbiggin by the Sea and the Remscheid area in Germany, go back to the 1950’s.  The town twinning agreement was one of the first between the United Kingdom and Germany following the Second World War.

The Wildlife Trust recently set up shop on Ashington Main Street, offering a variety of nature-focused activities for local residents. Passersby had the opportunity to learn about small plants native to the area and engage in lively discussions about the diverse flora and fauna found in and around Ashington.

Ashington Town Council has formally voted to support a nationwide campaign seeking to improve the safety of lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes and e-scooters. The decision was made at the recent Climate Change and Environment Committee meeting held on 30th July.

The council is backing the Battery Safety Campaign led by consumer safety charity Electrical Safety First, which calls for the introduction of new legislation to tackle the growing issue of lithium-ion battery fires. These incidents have become a significant safety concern across the UK, with 11 people losing their lives to fires involving e-bikes and e-scooters last year, and hundreds more injured.

Cllr Caroline Ball, Civic Head of Ashington, recently presented a cheque to Ashington Hirst Running Club as part of the Town Council’s annual grant award program.

Ashington’s Hirst Welfare Centre buzzed with excitement last Saturday as the Family Fun Day and Walking Football Festival drew crowds of local residents and visitors.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to share comprehensive information regarding tree management in our community, following inquiries from concerned residents and Cllrs. In response to questions about tree removals in various areas of Ashington, the Town Council has taken proactive steps to gather accurate information from both Northumberland County Council (NCC) and Bernicia.

We encourage residents to stay informed and engaged with local environmental initiatives. The Town Council remains dedicated to acting on residents’ concerns, seeking accurate information from the appropriate sources, and working with our partners to ensure Ashington remains a green and vibrant place to live.