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Northam Community Speedwatch

Published: 9 Feb 26

Each year, an average of 28,000 people are killed or seriously injured on the roads in the UK - and research has shown that speed is often a contributing factor. In Devon & Cornwall, Community Speed Watch teams are working together to reduce the number of fatal and serious collisions on our roads. Read More...

Have your say!

Published: 9 Feb 26

Devon, Plymouth and Torbay: Local government reorganisation. The Government is seeking views on the proposals submitted by councils for the reorganisation of local government in our county. Responses to this consultation will inform the Government's decision on which proposal, if any, to implement. Read More...

Notice of Grazing

Published: 2 Feb 26

Devon County / Libraries Unlimited consultation

Published: 28 Jan 26

At it's meeting on 17th December 2025, the Town Council resolved to write to Devon County and Libraries Unlimited. To read the letter, please open this news article. Read More...

Temporary Traffic Order - PITT LANE, Northam (TTRO2667748)

Published: 27 Jan 26

NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council has made the above titled order. From THURSDAY 5 FEBRUARY 2026 Anticipated Finish WEDNESDAY 1 APRIL 2026 Between the hours of 07:00 and 17:00 No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - PITT LANE, APPLEDORE The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - WOODA ROAD, CHURCHILL WAY, RICHMOND ROAD, PITT HILL AND VICE VERSA This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - CONSTRUCT 1200MM DIAMETER MANHOLE CHAMBERS, THEN LAY NEW PIPE. MULTIPLE TRIAL HOLES WILL HAVE TO BE EXCAVATED For additional information contact: KIER ON BEHALF OF SOUTH WEST WATER Telephone: 01726 224400 Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - DIDDYWELL ROAD, Northam (TTRO2667427)

Published: 16 Jan 26

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: On THURSDAY 2 APRIL 2026 for a maximum of 5 days Anticipated Finish THURSDAY 2 APRIL 2026 No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - DIDDYWELL ROAD, NORTHAM , ( FROM NEAR GREEN PASTURES TO NEAR OAKFIELD TERRACE ) The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - DIDDYWELL ROAD, J. H. TAYLOR DRIVE, CHURCHILL WAY, HEYWOOD ROAD, FORE STREET, THE SQUARE, TOWER STREET, DIDDYWELL ROAD This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - REPAIR DEFECTIVE COVER For additional information contact: KIER ON BEHALF OF SOUTH WEST WATER Telephone: 01726 224400 Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - TORRIDGE ROAD, Northam (TTRO2667478)

Published: 15 Jan 26

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: From MONDAY 20 APRIL 2026 for a maximum of 5 days Until FRIDAY 24 APRIL 2026 (both dates inclusive) No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - TORRIDGE ROAD, APPLEDORE , ( FROM OUTSIDE WESTBROOK TO OUTSIDE PUFFIN ) The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - TORRIDGE ROAD – ROAD FROM TORRIDGE ROAD TO THE QUAY – THE QUAY - MARINE PARADE – MYRTLE STREET – RICHMOND ROAD – CHURCHILL WAY – BROAD LANE – LONG LANE – TORRIDGE ROAD This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - PROVIDE NEW WATER CONNECTION - 1.6M TAR ROAD & 1.3M TAR FOOTPATH For additional information contact: KIER ON BEHALF OF SOUTH WEST WATER Telephone: 01726 224400 Read More...

Temporary Traffic Order - PITT LANE, Northam (TTRO2667537)

Published: 15 Jan 26

NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council has made the above titled order. From MONDAY 2 FEBRUARY 2026 Anticipated Finish FRIDAY 27 MARCH 2026 Between the hours of 07:00 and 17:00 No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - PITT LANE, APPLEDORE The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - WOODA ROAD, CHURCHILL WAY, RICHMOND ROAD, PITT HILL AND VICE VERSA This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - CONSTRUCT 1200MM DIAMETER MANHOLE CHAMBERS, THEN LAY NEW PIPE. MULTIPLE TRIAL HOLES WILL HAVE TO BE EXCAVATED For additional information contact: KIER ON BEHALF OF SOUTH WEST WATER Telephone: 01726 224400 Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - FORE STREET, Northam (TTRO2667263)

Published: 9 Jan 26

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: From MONDAY 9 MARCH 2026 Until THURSDAY 12 MARCH 2026 (both dates inclusive) No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - FORE STREET, NORTHAM The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - THE SQUARE, TOWER STREET, LAKENHAM HILL, NORTHAM BY PASS NORTHAM, HEYWOOD ROAD,FORE STREET AND VICE VERSA This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - NEW SUPPLY For additional information contact: NATIONAL GRID Telephone: 01271 347735 Read More...

Northam Burrows Manor Passes 2026

Published: 8 Jan 26

Temporary Traffic Notice - CHURCHILL WAY, Northam (TTRO2667390)

Published: 7 Jan 26

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: From MONDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2026 for a maximum of 5 days Until WEDNESDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2026 (both dates inclusive) Between the hours of 19:00 and 07:00 No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - CHURCHILL WAY, NORTHAM The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - HEYWOOD ROAD, FORE STREET, THE SQUARE, TOWER STREET, SANDYMERE ROAD, ROAD FROM SANDYMERE ROAD TO DIDDYWELL ROAD, LONG LANE, TORRIDGE ROAD,ROAD FROM TORRIDGE ROAD TO THE QUAY, THE QUAY, MARINE PARADE, MYRTLE STREET, RICHMOND ROAD AND VICE VERSA This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - ROUTE BASED TREATMENT WORKS For additional information contact: MILESTONE INFRASTRUCTURE Telephone: 0203 307 8051 Read More...

RE: N2 Northam FP25 Temporary Closure Notice

Published: 11 Dec 25

Northam Remembrance Service

Published: 20 Oct 25

Opening of the Tennis Courts and Changing Place Facility

Published: 15 May 25

Free fun day for all Read More...

Mayors Civic Charity Dinner and Charity Fundraising Event

Published: 19 Mar 25

Book a ticket for the Mayor’s Charity Dinner, Fundraising Auction and Dance and raise money for Appledore RNLI 200 – a fun evening of live music, great food, and fundraising. A whole table for 8-10 people can be booked with your friends. Date: Friday 25th April 2025 Time: Doors open at 6:30pm Venue: Durrant House Hotel, Northam Cost: Tickets are £45 each Dress code: Suits or dinner jackets, evening wear for ladies The ticket includes a 3-course meal with choices, followed by tea, coffee and mints. For tickets and menu choices please phone the council 01237474976 or email: admin@northamtowncouncil.gov.uk no later than 1st April 2025. Act fast or the tickets may sell out. An evening to dress up, have fun and enjoy, whilst helping a great cause. – What to stop over, the hotel are offering discounted rates. Read More...

Northam Burrows Applications now closed

Published: 10 Mar 25

Following the unprecedented demand for Northam Burrows Manor Passes this year, the Council has now issued all 1,500 of its annually allocated passes. No more applications for Manor Passes can be accepted this year. Torridge District Council sells Season Tickets for Northam Burrows for £60. These can be bought over the phone at 01237 428700. Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - Irsha Street, Northam (TTRO2559786)

Published: 15 Oct 24

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: From MONDAY 6 JANUARY 2025 for a maximum of 5 days Until FRIDAY 10 JANUARY 2025 (both dates inclusive) No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - IRSHA STREET, APPLEDORE THERE IS NO ALTERNATIVE ROUTE. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - SUPPLY NEW WATER SOURCE. NO POSSIBLE DIVERSION. ACCESS WILL BE MAINTAINED FOR RESIDENTS. MAINTAINING ACCESS (FOLLOWING THE ONE-WAY). For additional information contact: KIER ON BEHALF OF SOUTH WEST WATER Telephone: 01726 224400 Dated: MONDAY 6 JANUARY 2025 Read More...

Free, social tennis sessions are coming to Westward Ho! Park.

Published: 9 Sep 24

Each week you can sign up for a session at the courts and try tennis for free - no matter your age, background or ability. Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - STADDON ROAD, Northam (TTRO2457301)

Published: 25 Jun 24

DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: On MONDAY 22 JULY 2024 for a maximum of 5 days Anticipated Finish MONDAY 22 JULY 2024 Between the hours of 09:30 and 15:30 No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - STADDON ROAD, APPLEDORE , JUNC OF 49 STADDON ROAD AND SCOTT AVENUE THERE IS NO ALTERNATIVE ROUTE. This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - INTERIM REINSTATEMENT TO PERMANENT DUCT WORK For additional information contact: SUNBELT RENTALS Telephone: 03700 500792 Read More...

Annaul Electors Meeting

Published: 11 Apr 24

Temporary Traffic Notice - IRSHA STREET, Northam (TTRO2456035)

Published: 28 Feb 24

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that: From TUESDAY 11 JUNE 2024 for a maximum of 5 days Until FRIDAY 14 JUNE 2024 (both dates inclusive) No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads and The One Way system on the Affected Road will be suspended.. Roads affected - IRSHA STREET, APPLEDORE The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - IRSHA STREET, TORRIDGE ROAD, JUBILEE ROAD, IRSHA STREET AND VICE VERSA This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable - PROVIDE NEW WATER SERVICE - 1.3M TAR ROAD For additional information contact: KIER ON BEHALF OF SOUTH WEST WATER Telephone: 01726 224400 Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (NORTH EAST STREET, NORTHAM) (NO. 2) NOTICE 2024

Published: 24 Jan 24

On THURSDAY 4 APRIL 2024 for a maximum of 5 days Anticipated Finish THURSDAY 4 APRIL 2024 Between the hours of 09:30 and 15:30 No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - NORTH EAST STREET, NORTHAM The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via – NORTH STREET - FORE STREET - CROSS STREET - BURROUGH ROAD - BURROUGH LAWN - CHURCHILL WAY - NORTH STREET* *NO CLOCKWISE DIVERSION DUE TO ONE WAY ROADS Read More...

Temporary Traffic Notice - NORTH EAST STREET, NORTHAM -

Published: 24 Jan 24

TTRO2454816

Published: 16 Jan 24

(TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (LENWOOD ROAD, NORTHAM) NOTICE 2024 From THURSDAY 29 FEBRUARY 2024 for a maximum of 5 days Until FRIDAY 1 MARCH 2024 (both dates inclusive) No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads. Roads affected - LENWOOD ROAD, NORTHAM, (FROM AT LENWOOD ROAD JUST OFF A39 TO JUST AFTER GREEN PASTURES) The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via – RALEIGH HILL, HEYWOOD ROAD, CHOPE ROAD, AND VICE VERSA Read More...

DECLARATION OF RESULT OF POLL - NORTHAM ORCHARD HILL WARD

Published: 20 Jul 23

Following the election held in the Northam Orchard Hill ward of Northam Town Council on 20th July 2023, Hugh Brading has been duly elected. Read More...

NOTICE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS AND PUBLICATION OF UNAUDITED ANNUAL GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY RETURN ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Published: 23 Jun 23

Each year the smaller authority’s Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) needs to be reviewed by an external auditor appointed by Smaller Authorities’ Audit Appointments Ltd. The unaudited AGAR has been published with this notice. As it has yet to be reviewed by the appointed auditor, it is subject to change as a result of that review. Any person interested has the right to inspect and make copies of the accounting records for the financial year to which the audit relates and all books, deeds, contracts, bills, vouchers, receipts and other documents relating to those records must be made available for inspection by any person interested. Read More...

Our new Mayor

Published: 15 Jun 23

Our new Mayor of Northam for 2023/24 is Councillor Peter Hames. His inaugural speech will be published in this years summer newsletter Read More...

Northam Burrows Charity Information Sheet

Published: 24 Mar 23

Information sheet giving background for Manor Passes Read More...

Important Information About Northam Burrows Manor Passes

Published: 22 Mar 23

There has been an unprecedented demand for Northam Burrows Manor Passes this year. To allow staff to process the applications received, the Council Offices will be closed to visitors on Friday 24th March 2023. You may still put completed applications through the Council’s letterbox. Read More...

Hedge Planting at the Bioshpere microreserve at Appledore school

Published: 13 Mar 23

Northam Neighbourhood Plan - Pre-Submission Consultation Exercise

Published: 3 Jan 23

Town footpaths

Published: 4 Dec 22

Northam Town Council will be collating its annual footpath survey early in the new year. Please read this post to see how you can contribute. Read More...

Torridge Council Launch "Cost of Living" Support Web Pages

Published: 10 Oct 22

Torridge District Council launch “Cost of Living” web pages for latest help and guidance to support households Read More...

New electronic patient record system to rollout from Eastern to Northern Devon this weekend

Published: 8 Jul 22

As you may remember, NDHT launched Epic, its electronic patient record system, across its Eastern services back in October 2020. It's now have just four days until Epic goes live across the Northern services, giving NDHT a single patient record system across the whole of the Trust. This is a huge digital milestone for this newly integrated organisation and one that will make a huge difference to way care is delivered to local communities. Below is a media release for your information. If you have any questions, please do let me know. Kind regards, Suzanne Tracey, Chief Executive Officer Read More...