15 May 2026
Residents in Ashington’s Haydon Ward will have noticed some smart new additions to Newbiggin Road and Black Close Bank, where five modern bench seats have recently been installed as part of a ward improvement initiative led by Ashington Town Council’s Haydon Ward Councillors Marjorie Chambers, David Coyle, and John Tully.
Ashington Town Council has responsibility for all matters relating to the provision of public seating in the town.
The Town Council's Neighbourhood Services Officer regularly inspects our public seats and carries out repairs and maintenance.
The Town Council has a programme of replacing ageing public seating which is beyond repair as well as providing new seats at new locations.
Requests for new or replacement seats being met in order of priority.
Please note public seating at the Town's strategic parks is provided by Northumberland County Council.
To make a request for a new seat, or to report damage to a seat, please Contact Us.
15 May 2026
Residents in Ashington’s Haydon Ward will have noticed some smart new additions to Newbiggin Road and Black Close Bank, where five modern bench seats have recently been installed as part of a ward improvement initiative led by Ashington Town Council’s Haydon Ward Councillors Marjorie Chambers, David Coyle, and John Tully.
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