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The Workers Memorial Garden at St. John’s Churchyard on Newbiggin Road has undergone a remarkable transformation thanks to the exceptional craftsmanship and dedication of Mark Air and Ryan Appleby, with support from Ashington Town Council and local community members.

The enhancement project, which has revitalised this important tribute to those who have lost their lives to work, demonstrates what can be achieved when skilled hands are guided by genuine care and commitment.

Ashington Memorial Garden will be temporarily closed from Monday 12th May 2025 for approximately 4-6 weeks to allow for regenerative works to improve the area. These improvements coincide with other public realm works happening in the town.

Free Local Activities Available Throughout May 2025

Please follow the links to view the full results of both the County and Town Council elections which have recently taken place in Ashington, and elsewhere in Northumberland.

Ashington Town Council had contested elections in five out of six wards, all very recently announced. County Councillor seats were announced in the early hours of Friday morning.

The Northumberland Line has reached a significant milestone this April, with train operator Northern confirming that over 250,000 passenger journeys have been made since services began in December 2024.

Record Turnout for Council-Funded Swimming Initiative.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to section 87(2)(b) of the Local Government Act 1972, that Sophie Robinson, formerly a Member of Ashington Town Council, has ceased to be a Member of the Council, due to their resignation, and that a vacancy now exists in the office of Councillor for the Town.

Ashington Town Council has announced the launch of the town’s first-ever ECO Fair, scheduled for Friday 25th April from 10am to 3pm at the Ashington Hirst Welfare Centre.

Civic Head Councillor Caroline Ball attended the Ashington Sea Cadets’ awards evening on Friday, 4th April 2025, where she presented an annual grant on behalf of Ashington Town Council. The funding will support the valuable work of this local youth organisation.

Applications are now open for the 14th annual LOVE Northumberland Awards – the prestigious celebration honoring outstanding community environmental work across the county.