Member Council News

Saturday 16 May, 11am to 2pm at the town’s iconic Jubilee Clock on the seafront.

A first for Weymouth and a first for Dorset!

Event organisers in Weymouth can apply for free car parking to support their event, thanks to a partnership between Dorset Council and Weymouth Town Council. 

Freedom of the Town awarded to Mrs Jackie Westbrook for exceptional and sustained voluntary service to the community.

Gillingham Town Council has announced it has pledged to become a Butterfly Friendly Council.

Colehill Parish Council has achieved a Silver Award from the Local Council Award Scheme (LCAS).

All are invited to watch the competition as part of the Mayor of Blandford Forum's Civic Day.

Sherborne Town Council, in collaboration with Sherborne Abbey, is bringing Gaia to Sherborne for two weeks from 29 August to 12 September 2025.

Stalbridge Town Council has launched a short video to inspire more people to get involved in shaping the town’s future.

Gillingham Town Council proudly celebrates international recognition for three of its public open spaces.

At an Extraordinary Full Council Meeting,14 July 2025, Gillingham Town Council unanimously agreed to the transfer of a significant area of public open space at Wyke in Gillingham.

West Moors came alive on Saturday 12th July as Westival returned to Fryer Field for its sixth year - drawing thousands despite the scorching summer heat.

Green Flag awarded to Radipole Park and Gardens to join Greenhill and Sandsfoot in being awarded this prestigious status.

Applications are now being welcomed for this honorary position, which continues a proud tradition of public proclamation and community celebration.

Weymouth Town Council joins in with Local Council Clerk Week 2025

Gillingham Town Council Showcases Community Impact at Discover Gillingham Day

Catherine Horsley, Town Clerk for Corfe Mullen, attended the Royal Garden Party, held 7 May, at Buckingham Palace.

West Moors Town Council announced its achievement of a Silver Award from the Local Council Award Scheme (LCAS) at the council's Annual Town Assembly, 10 April 2025.

With Christmas just around the corner, Weymouth Town Council is pleased to share the good news that seven grants have been awarded to community and voluntary organisations to help fund projects for the benefit of Weymouth residents.

DOUBLE WIN FOR WEYMOUTH TOWN COUNCIL'S PARKS IN COVETED GREEN FLAG AWARD

Greenhill Gardens and Sandsfoot Gardens in Weymouth will once again fly the prestigious Green Flag Award after achieving the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

Colin and Dawn Hampton attended Buckingham Palace on 8 May 2024 and have shared these images and notes from a memorable day.