Welcome to Northam Town Council

VISION FOR NORTHAM TOWN COUNCIL

Vision for Northam Town Council 2023-2027:
 
Northam, Appledore & Westward Ho! is a community that values its people, heritage, open spaces, beaches, and extends a warm welcome to all visitors.
The principles of the Council’s vision:
Northam Town Council will continue to work prudently in responding to the needs and aspirations of its community in a representative and transparent way. Its vision has the potential to help build a more sustainable, self-reliant community of collaboration, connection and strong sense of collective purpose.

News for the community

Saying goodbye to the Pump Track

Saying goodbye to the Pump Track

Published: 19 Aug 25

After a successful week, in which many of us have enjoyed using the Pump Track at Lords Meadow (the park near JH Taylor Dr and Kimberley Park), we are saying goodbye to it. The Pump Track was always a temporary installation and is being removed on Wednesday 20th August, from around 11am. Read More...

Consultation for the Northam Neighbourhood Plan Proposal

Consultation for the Northam Neighbourhood Plan Proposal

Published: 13 Aug 25

Wednesday 13 August until 16:45 on Friday 26 September 2025 Consultation in accordance with Regulation 16 of the Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012 (as amended) Northam Town Council has prepared a Neighbourhood Plan that covers the parish of Northam. The Northam Neighbourhood Plan establishes a vision for the evolution and long-term sustainability of Northam, Appledore and Westward Ho!, and provides policies to guide development within the designated area over the period up to 2031. Read More...

Westward Ho! Kids Summer Camps

Westward Ho! Kids Summer Camps

Published: 8 Jul 25

Book now to avoid disappointment Read More...

Northam Neighbourhood Plan

Northam Neighbourhood Plan

Published: 22 Apr 25

The Council is pleased to share the web address of its dedicated Neighbourhood Plan website, with a link to the Facebook page. On the website you will be able to view or download the Plan and its appendices. Both high resolution and compressed downloads are available, so it should suit most internet speeds. You will also find links to the 4 pieces of supporting evidence (Basic Conditions Statement, Consultation Statement and two Evidence Base documents) and a brief explanation of the Next Steps. Read More...

Council Tennis Facility Wins Award

Council Tennis Facility Wins Award

Published: 12 Feb 25

Northam Town Council’s Westward Ho! park tennis facility has been named the Devon LTA’s Park Venue of the Year for 2024, celebrating being awarded the best venues in the county for tennis, based on criteria such as coaching and opportunities to play. Read More...

Your guide to Northam Town Councils services and support

Your guide to Northam Town Councils services and support

Published: 25 Jun 24

Northam Town Council has created this leaflet to provide information on our services and our council services Read More...

Northam Town Council new pothole repair tool

Northam Town Council new pothole repair tool

Published: 26 Feb 24

Northam Town Council has received a grant to purchase a whacker plate to assist with pothole repairs. Read More...