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Ashington Celebrates a Spectacular Annual Garden Vegetable Show

Residents of North Seaton Colliery came together today to showcase the very best of local horticultural talent at the Annual Garden Vegetable Society Show. Despite a challenging growing season marked by storms, heavy winds, rain, and heatwaves, growers produced an impressive display of vegetables that left judges and visitors alike in awe.


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Ashington Celebrates a Spectacular Annual Garden Vegetable Show





Ashington Marks the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day with Moving Ceremony

Ashington Friday, 15th August 2025 - Ashington gathered to mark the 80th Anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) – the day that finally brought the Second World War to an end.


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Ashington Marks the 80th Anniversary of VJ Day with Moving Ceremony





In Memory of Councillor Victor Bridges

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


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In Memory of Councillor Victor Bridges





Riverside Open Day Celebrates Community Spirit with Packed Programme of Activities

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,


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Riverside Open Day Celebrates Community Spirit with Packed Programme of Activities





Civic Head Attends "Watch This Space" Performance from Mortal Fools

Ashington Town Council is delighted to announce that Councillor Pauline Thompson, Civic Head of Ashington, had the chance to attend the remarkable “Watch This Space” performance at NCEA Duke’s Secondary School on Saturday 5 July.


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Civic Head Attends





Ashington Community Fair Draws 3,000 Visitors in Spectacular Celebration of Local Heritage

Family event features giant whale classroom, live music, fairground rides and parade celebrating local heritage


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Ashington Community Fair Draws 3,000 Visitors in Spectacular Celebration of Local Heritage





Civic Head Visits Northumberland CVA to View County of Sanctuary Art Exhibition

Councillor Pauline Thompson, Civic Head of Ashington Town Council, visited Northumberland CVA on Wednesday to view the work of Northumberland County of Sanctuary and their latest art exhibition.


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Civic Head Visits Northumberland CVA to View County of Sanctuary Art Exhibition





Local Councillors Discover Hidden Gem at Historic Ashington Veterans and Elders Centre

A recent visit by local councillors has highlighted the remarkable transformation and ongoing vitality of Ashington’s historic Veterans and Elders Centre, a community hub that has been serving ex-servicemen and local residents since 1918.


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Local Councillors Discover Hidden Gem at Historic Ashington Veterans and Elders Centre





Ashington Celebrates Community Unity During Refugee Week with Shared Meal Event

Ashington Town Council is delighted to report on the successful community gathering held yesterday at Full Circle Food Project to celebrate Refugee Week through the power of shared food and friendship.


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Ashington Celebrates Community Unity During Refugee Week with Shared Meal Event





Civic Head Attends Arts and Crafts Program with Blossoming Communities

Civic Head Councillor Pauline Thompson attended a special session of the Blossoming Communities arts and crafts program, celebrating the organisation’s commitment to mindfulness and wellbeing in the local community.


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Civic Head Attends Arts and Crafts Program with Blossoming Communities





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