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Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce a Christmas Craft Market will be held on Friday, 14th November, bringing festive cheer to Station Road with a special “Twelve Days of Christmas” theme.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its second round of small grants,

We, together with community leaders and local groups across our town, are taking a clear stand on recent events in Ashington.

Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed flags being illegally attached to public assets, divisive protest marches with inflammatory chanting, vandalism of street signs and road markings, and everyday conversations poisoned by hostility. This behaviour does not represent Ashington. We do not support these actions.

These actions are being driven by a small group, not by the town as a whole. These actions spread hatred and unrest. They divide rather than unite. They damage the reputation we have all worked to build.

Ashington Town Council is thrilled to congratulate ESCAPE Family Support on being shortlisted for the prestigious UK Employer of the Year Platinum Award (2–49 employees) in the Investors in People Awards 2025!

Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce a fantastic programme of free activities

Ashington Town Council, in partnership with the Royal British Legion Ashington Branch, invites the entire community to join together for Remembrance Sunday on Sunday, 9th November 2025, as the town pays tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country.

Despite the heavy rain, spirits were high as over 40 people gathered on the afternoon of Saturday 20th September to celebrate the official opening of the new Community Centenary Orchard at Wansbeck Road Allotments.

Community Celebration Features Free Activities, Live Music, and Enchanting Fairies and Elves Themed Parade

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.

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.