Hetton Town Council freezes precept for fifth year Hetton Town Council has agreed not to increase its’ precept for 2023-2024, the fifth successive year without change. Councillors have accepted the recommendation of the Council’s Management, Policy & Finance Committee to approve a zero increase. The decision will mean that households of Band D properties will continue…
DetailsDue 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…
DetailsGarden 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…
DetailsHetton Town Council is delighted to launch this year’s Garden & Yard Competition, celebrating the fantastic gardens and outdoor spaces across our communities. Do you have a garden bursting with colour, or a yard you’ve worked hard to transform? We want to see it! The winners in each category will receive a £100 Garden Centre…
DetailsHetton Town Council has launched the festive season with a Christmas Fayre and attractions at The Hetton Centre on 1 December. Special guests Community Champion Award winners Thomas Hackett (11) and Marie Ashforth officially opened the event and were welcomed by Town Mayor Cllr Dave Geddis. Community Champions Marie Ashforth and Thomas Hackett with Town…
DetailsAn election has been called for a Town Councillor to the Hetton-le-Hole Ward of Hetton Town Council. Important Dates: Nomination papers deadline – Thursday 14 May 2026 – 4pm Polling Day (if contested) – Thursday 11 June 2026 Register to vote by – Tuesday 26 May 2026 – 11:59pm Apply online: gov.uk/register-to-vote Postal vote applications deadline – Wednesday 27…
DetailsEggcellent Easter fun enjoyed at Hetton on Good Friday Leanne Emery, a Nursery Nurse Practitioner enjoyed bumping into Bonnie Barrass (6) along with a range of former pupils. Hetton youngsters enjoyed a morning of fun at an Easter Egg Hunt organised by Hetton Town Council on Good Friday. More than 300 children, parents,…
DetailsThe Town Council are delighted to invite residents to our annual Easter Fun Day. Saturday 28th March 202610:30am – 1:00pmHetton Park (next to the Hetton Centre, DH5 9NE) Join us for a free family event packed with Easter fun, including: 🎨 Face painting🥚 Easter trail🐰 Character appearances🍬 Sweet treats Bring the family along and enjoy…
DetailsHetton Town Mayor Cllr Dave Geddis with Award winners Marie Ashforth and Thomas Hackett Hetton Town Council handed out Champions of the Community awards at its meeting held this week. The winners are Marie Ashforth from Hetton-le Hole and Thomas Hackett (age 10 years) from East Rainton. Marie was nominated for her work in rescuing…
DetailsWe will be hosting our annual Christmas Fayre on Friday 27th November, from 4pm to 7pm at The Hetton Centre. There will be plenty to enjoy throughout the evening, including a visit from Santa, performances from local school choirs, dance and gymnastics groups, free face painting and a children’s treasure hunt. A fantastic selection of…
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