A casual vacancy exists in the Hetton ward of Sunderland City Council and an election will be held on Thursday 27 November 2025 to fill this vacancy. A Notice of Election has been published and, if contested, the date of poll will be Thursday 27 November 2025. The deadline for registering to vote for this…
Due to unprecedented demand, this event is now fully booked. Please check your emails for confirmation of your booking. We do have a reserve list, so if you have secured a place but are no longer able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your spot to someone…
With elections scheduled in May 2026 in our area, now is a good time to make sure you’re registered to vote. For more information and to register, visit: Register to vote – GOV.UK You will need your National Insurance number to complete the process. More information on elections in our area can be found here:…
Hetton Town Council invites suitably qualified contractors to submit tenders for the maintenance of three new flower planters to be installed across Hetton-le-Hole. The successful contractor will be responsible for: Initial installation of the planters Monthly maintenance checks Twice-yearly planting of suitable flora Contract Duration: 3 years Commencement Date: October 2025 Tender documents, including full…
Garden and Yard Competition 2025 We are delighted to announce the winners of our Garden and Yard Competition 2025. This year’s event saw some truly outstanding entries, with residents showcasing their creativity, dedication, and green-fingered talent. The standard was incredibly high, and our judges had a very tough job selecting the winners. Best Garden AwardCongratulations…
On Sunday 6th July, members of Hetton Town Council attended the Miners’ Service at Hetton Methodist Church to honour and remember the nine men who tragically lost their lives in the Eppleton Colliery Disaster of 1951. Following the service, a wreath of remembrance was laid at the mining memorial in Hetton Lyons Country Park. At…
Hetton Town Council are proud to celebrate Armed Forces Day by flying the Armed Forces Day Flag honouring the bravery and dedication of our service personnel. A heartfelt thank you to Veteran Peter Warne for his contribution and for raising the flag at Hetton Mini Park — a gesture that symbolises the respect and gratitude…
Did you know that Hetton Town Council award grants to local organisations? Grants of up to £700 are available to support local community groups and projects. Two of our most recent recipients — Elemore Banner Group and Hetton & District Art Club — were recently presented with their cheques by the Town Mayor. We’re proud…
🌼 Are You Proud of Your Garden or Yard? 🌼 If you live in Easington Lane, East Rainton, Hetton, Hetton Downs, or Moorsley, you could be in with a chance to win £100 in garden centre vouchers, courtesy of Hetton Town Council. 🌿 How to Enter:Send a photograph of your garden or yard—or nominate someone…
Groundwork Trust is working in partnership with Sunderland City Council to help households reduce their energy bills through the new Energy Savvy scheme—exclusively available to residents within the Sunderland City Council area. The scheme offers a free and impartial home visit to advise households on: Reducing energy bills Managing energy debt Tackling damp and mould…