It is with great sadness that Ashington Town Council announces the passing of Councillor Victor Bridges on Friday 1st August 2025.

Cambois Rowing Club delivered an exceptional performance at the British Rowing Championships, held at the prestigious National Water Sports Centre in Holme Pierrepoint, Nottingham, Friday 18th July to Monday 21st July.

What a fantastic day we had at Hirst Welfare Centre! The Get Active Family Fun Day and Wansbeck Wanderers Walking Football Festival exceeded all our expectations,

Northumbria Healthcare is sharing exciting proposals for a significant improvement to healthcare services in Ashington. Plans are underway to relocate the NPC Lintonville GP practice to a new, modern facility at the Ashington Workspace site on Lintonville Parkway (near Lidl), in response to long-standing challenges at the current site.

Ashington Town Council is once again preparing to light up the town with a dazzling display of festive cheer – and this year promises something truly special, as we welcome a brand-new lighting partner and move forward into an exciting new era of Christmas displays.

Ashington Town Council welcomes the continued progress on our town centre transformation, as detailed in the recent announcement from Northumberland County Council.

We’re delighted that the Portland Park cinema and restaurant development is moving forward this autumn, bringing REEL Cinemas’ exciting leisure offer to our community. The completion of public realm improvements around Lintonville Terrace and the new Memorial Garden will also enhance our town centre experience.

Please be advised that the Union Flag is not currently being flown in the Memorial Garden in accordance with established practice. The flag has historically only been displayed on specific commemorative occasions, or special events.

The Hirst Welfare Centre in Ashington is set to host an exciting Get Active Family Fun Day on Saturday 2nd August 2025, running from 10am to 3pm.

The Woodhorn Narrow Gauge Railway (WNGR) is calling on local businesses and community members to help bring their ambitious restoration project to fruition.

The Riverside Open Day held at Cambois Rowing Club, Ashington Sea Cadets and Wansbeck Paddle Sports Club on Saturday 12th July proved to be a tremendous success,