Bunny Hope Easter Egg Hunt 30th March 2026

Families are invited to join in the fun this Easter with the return of The Bunny Hop Easter Trail brought to you by Ashington Town Council. Beginning Monday 30th March kids can search for a special Easter egg posters at participating shops around the town.

Here’s how it works: 

Pick up a sticker card from either Scope or CeX. Then start hunting for the Easter egg posters displayed in shops. Collect a stamp from each participating store, and get a FREE Easter Egg from Scope or CeX once you show them your completed card!

Completed cards can be redeemed for a FREE Easter egg from either Scope or CeX on Sunday 12th April or Sunday 19th April!

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So put on your walking shoes and see how many stickers you can find! The Bunny Hop Easter Trail is a golden opportunity for kids to have an egg-citing time. Happy hunting!

Participating shops include:

•    Sweet Memories
•    Glentons
•    Iceland
•    Timewarp Sounds
•    Bettini’s
•    Mind, Body & Spirit
•    Maisie Rainbows
•    The Cosy Cup
•    Mellys Carpets and Beds
•    Martys
•    Northumbrian Florist
•    Herons
•    Hog Roast Deli
•    Scope
•    Modern Living
•    Aarons Optometrists
•    Sense
•    Salvation Army
•    British Heart Foundation
•    YMCA Shop
•    The Card Factory
•    CeX
•    Specsavers
•    Hays Travel
•    Dawson and Sanderson
•    Crumpets Sandwich Bar
•    The Sewing Machine Guy

Full Council 31st March 2026

Full Council on Tuesday 31st March 2026, Town Hall, 65 Station Road, Ashington, NE63 8RX, commencing at 6:00pm.

The above meeting is open to the public to attend.

Agenda and papers are below.

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Easter Half Term Free Swim Sessions 8th April 2026

Ashington Town Council, in partnership with Ashington Leisure Centre (Places Leisure), is delighted to continue its free swim initiative this Easter Half Term, giving local residents the chance to enjoy the pool at absolutely no cost.

Four sessions will be held throughout the Easter holiday period, offering up to 80 free swimming slots per session on a first come, first served basis. There is no need to book in advance — simply turn up and take the plunge!

Session Dates and Times

Wednesday 8th April  -  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Saturday 11th April  -  2:30pm – 3:30pm

Wednesday 15th April  -  1:00pm – 2:00pm

Saturday 18th April  -  2:30pm – 3:30pm

Each session accommodates up to 80 swimmers and is open to all ages and abilities. Whether you are taking your first strokes or looking to sharpen your technique, these sessions are a fantastic opportunity to get in the water and enjoy the benefits of swimming — completely free of charge.

The initiative, funded by Ashington Town Council, forms part of an ongoing commitment to promoting healthy, active lifestyles across the community and inspiring the next generation of swimmers.

Ashington Leisure Centre is located at Lintonville Terrace, Ashington, NE63 9JY, and is operated by Places Leisure, part of Places for People.