Environmental Enhancements

Kerb Appeal Trial Update: Haydon Ward Following the launch of our Kerb Appeal Trial with Northumberland County Council on 1st December 2025, we can confirm that Haydon ward will be the first area included in the trial.

Streets included in this phase of the trial are Haydon Road and Hartford Crescent. Properties in these streets have already received letter drops with full details of what to expect during the trial period.

Ashington Town Council and Northumberland County Council are working together on an exciting new trial aimed at improving how Ashington looks and feels for residents and visitors alike.

Since 2014, Ashington Town Council has invested directly in local neighbourhood services, using funds collected from Ashington taxpayers to enhance the frontline services delivered in our town through a Partnership Agreement with Northumberland County Council. Whilst these are statutory services delivered by NCC, the Town Council welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively on how they are delivered locally. We recognise that frontline services across local government have been affected in recent years, and the Town Council wants to be part of the discussion and part of the solution - helping where we can to maintain and improve services for Ashington residents. Whilst there is always an argument for investing more money in services, the Council wants to ensure that the funding provided delivers the best possible results for the Ashington community.

Running from 1st December 2025 to March 2026, this trial represents a fresh approach to tackling the competing demands of maintaining our town’s appearance - balancing litter collection, fly-tipping removal, grounds maintenance, and the everyday visual aspects that residents see and experience.

Unique Compass Feature and Pollinator-Friendly Planting Create Welcoming Community Space in Haydon Ward

Ashington Town Council is pleased to share news of a significant environmental enhancement project at Doves Corner in the Haydon Ward, which was completed in late summer and has been creating a more welcoming, accessible, and sustainable community space for residents to enjoy.

The project, which responded to longstanding calls from ward councillors for improvements to this well-used area, has transformed what was previously a tired seating area with overgrown features into an attractive, low-maintenance green space that will benefit residents and wildlife alike.

Ashington Town Council is pleased to announce the completion of comprehensive legal arrangements for all play areas under its responsibility, accompanied by the installation of striking new signage across the facilities.

Following extensive work behind the scenes, the Council has successfully established proper legal frameworks for its play areas, addressing gaps that existed from previous arrangements. This important administrative work ensures that Ashington Town Council operates with full legal clarity and proper due diligence in managing these valuable community assets.

The Council secured formal transfers of the play areas at Seaton Vale, Epsom Drive, and Aintree Close from their respective developers last year, establishing clear ownership and responsibility. The long-term leases with Northumberland County Council for the play areas at Alexandra Road, Peoples Park, Paddock Wood, and North Seaton Colliery have just been completed.

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.

Spring has arrived and Ashington’s looking lovely – with daffodils and crocuses popping up, flower towers full of colour, and Hirst Park fresh and bright. Our town’s gateways and entrances have been freshly tended too, and they’re looking fab – a great welcome for anyone coming in. We’ve even got sustainable planting making Station Road shine.

Ashington Town Council is thrilled to announce another successful year of the Great British Spring Clean—a campaign that has brought our community together for over 15 years. This year, our resolute commitment to a cleaner, greener Ashington has shone through thanks to the tireless efforts of our dedicated officers, volunteers, and community partners.

The Ashington Cricket Club’s commemorative tree project to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day is entering its final stages, with the unveiling ceremony now just two months away.

Ashington Town Council believe by keeping Ashington blooming it makes the town an attractive place to live, work and visit.