Coronavirus update – 24 July update

  Face masks update From 24 July, it will be mandatory to wear a face covering in shops and supermarkets, as well as on public transport. People are also strongly encouraged to wear face coverings in other enclosed public spaces where there are people they do not normally meet. Your face covering must cover your […]

The 2020 ‘Activities and Support in West Northumberland’ for people living with dementia or memory loss is out now

  The latest edition of ‘Activities and Support in West Northumberland’ for people living with dementia or memory loss is out now. This is a comprehensive guide to support groups, classes, dementia friendly film screenings and cafes, singing classes, advice services, physical and sporting activities and lots more. The digital version can be downloaded below. […]

Council play areas now open

  Following the latest changes to lockdown measures in England, the Town Council owned play areas were opened on Saturday 4 July in line with Government guidance. These play areas include Bell Terrace, Broadway, Dene Park, Park Well on Corbridge Road, Priestlands Dene, The Sele and Tyne Green. Please note you must follow Government advice […]

A69 Bridge End roundabout scheme update

Work to upgrade the A69 Bridge End roundabout is about to move into phase 2. During the next twelve months the original roundabout will be closed to traffic with the newly constructed turnarounds being used instead to allow vehicles in and out of Hexham. The turnarounds will come into operation as follows: Eastern side – […]

Coronavirus update – Changes from 4 July

  On Tuesday 24th June Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out further changes to lockdown measures in England to enable people to see more of their friends and family, help businesses get back on their feet and get people back in their jobs. These changes take effect from Saturday 4th July. A full list of […]

Coronavirus: latest guidance from the Government

  Tuesday 24th June update Prime Minister Boris Johnson has set out further changes to lockdown measures in England to enable people to see more of their friends and family, help businesses get back on their feet and get people back in their jobs. A full list of these changes, which come into effect from […]

Hexham Community Together update

  The second phase of the unlocking of our communities begins next week, and with that a cautious increase in the number of shops expected to reopen in our town. The demand for services offered by Hexham Community Together and its team of dedicated volunteers during the lockdown has decreased substantially in recent weeks and […]

The Sele Skatepark now open

  Following the closure of the Sele Skatepark in May, Hexham Town Council made the decision to re-open the skatepark on Friday 12th June. Please note that there should be no more than six people using the facility at a time and all users must keep two meters apart, adhering to government advice on social distancing.