Ashington Town Council is proud to announce it has awarded £82,521 to 20 outstanding local organisations through its Annual Grants Scheme, demonstrating the Council’s unwavering commitment to supporting the incredible network of voluntary and community groups that make our town such a special place to live.

Following a comprehensive review by councillors and officers, this year’s annual grants programme has funded an impressive range of initiatives - from youth sports and creative arts to emergency food provision and specialist support services - ensuring vital funding reaches where it’s needed most.

On Saturday 6th September, Ashington came together to celebrate love, diversity, and community at the Pride Family Picnic in Hirst Park, delivered in partnership between Pride Action North and Ashington Town Council.

Running from 12 noon to 3pm, the picnic created a safe and welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people, families, and allies to celebrate together. Despite an unexpected challenge when a car accident temporarily blocked the park entrance, the event still drew 308 attendees — with 258 people actively joining in activities and an impressive 71 young people getting involved.

This short film, created by Luk-Luk Productions, features Wansbeck Wanderers Walking Football, a thriving local group that welcomes players from age 18 right through to over 80.

Northumberland County Council has announced an election for one Parish Councillor position in Ashington (Hirst Ward). Nomination Deadline: Friday 19th September 2025 at 4pm

Prospective candidates must hand-deliver their nomination papers to:

Elections Office, County Hall, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2EF Office hours: 9am - 4pm (working days only, excluding bank holidays)

This short film, created by LukLuk Productions, was filmed during a Wellbeing Wednesday session at the Hirst Welfare Centre, run by Wansbeck Community Links.

Ashington Town Council is delighted to share in thanks alongside the Ashington Community Litter Project to SUEZ recycling and recovery UK for their generous donation.

Northumberland County Council have provided us with the following update on the building on our High Street that was previously occupied by Quay Furniture.

Following the sad passing of Councillor Victor Bridges, a casual vacancy has arisen in the office of Councillor for Hirst Ward.

Local youth organisations and Ashington Town Council have joined forces in a collaboration aimed at strengthening youth voice and services across the community.

Leading colleges from across the North East were joined by Mayor Kim McGuinness at a strategically focussed roundtable marking the launch of a powerful new partnership designed to drive economic growth, advance social justice, foster innovation, and place a sustained spotlight on the collective impact of the region’s further and higher education colleges.