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VISION FOR NORTHAM TOWN COUNCIL 2020-2023

OUR VISION has the potential to help build a more sustainable, self-reliant community of collaboration, connection and strong sense of collective purpose.

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Northam, Appledore & Westward Ho! is a community that values its people, heritage, open spaces, beaches, and extends a warm welcome to all visitors.

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News for the community

Torridge confirm the 5-year housing land supply

Published: 4 Dec 23

North Devon Council and Torridge District Council have published an updated Five-Year Housing Land Supply Statement which demonstrates that the Councils are able to show a sufficient supply of land for housing to meet identified requirements (5.18 years/ 104%). Read More...

Westward Ho! Tennis Courts

Westward Ho! Tennis Courts 'practically complete'

Published: 22 Nov 23

The tennis courts are practically complete. Two of the courts have been painted with lines, which will allow people to book them for tennis (with a small charge) once the booking system is up and running and the handrail for the ramp in place. The Council is actively working to fix these as soon as possible, watch this space for updates. Read More...

Warm Rooms in Torridge

Published: 21 Nov 23

What is a warm room? Public spaces such as community centres, churches, and libraries are being used as 'warm banks' to provide a safe place for people struggling to heat their homes this winter. Some centres also offer hot food and drinks. Read More...

Upcoming CFR Recruitment

Published: 9 Nov 23

Exciting volunteering opportunities have arisen within South Western Ambulance NHS Foundation Trust for Community First Responders to join Community First Responder schemes across North and East Devon. Read More...

Your ink cartridges wanted

Published: 23 Oct 23

What a great scheme, please if you use ink cartridges do not throw them away, just pop into our office at Windmill Lane and drop it into the box. Read More...

Climate Emergency Committee: co-option of resident members of the Committee

Published: 19 Oct 23

The Council is seeking applications from members of the public to join the its Climate Emergency Committee. Applications should be received in the office by midday on Friday 10th November 2023. Read More...

Seeking Crowdfunding for a Changing Places Facility for Westward Ho!

Published: 11 Oct 23

Crowdfunding Target Reached, with the community pledging £12,788. Thank you all! Read More...

Have you seen the plans to build a Clean Maritime Innovation Centre in Appledore?

Published: 10 Oct 23

Plans for Torridge District Council's proposed Clean Maritime Innovation Centre can been seen at events in Appledore and Instow this Thursday, 12th October 2023. Read More...

Help curb Antisocial Behaviour

Published: 22 Aug 23

Reporting Incidents of Antisocial Behaviour Read More...