Biddulph Town Council

26/08/2026

Our resident bus expert has been hard at work!

If you're starting something new this September, we've put together some ideas for how you can navigate the local bus services. Please always make sure you check the timings on the D&G or First websites.

Historically, the first few weeks of term have been really busy, so please be prepared to travel earlier or to consider different routes.

We wish you the very best of luck with your new adventures!

24/08/2026

A message from John Robinson, the Town Crier:

Following a magnificent day of competition at the LCTC British Championships here in Biddulph, I congratulate everyone on each and everyone’s performances.

RESULTS:

Content of Cry
Round one Home cry
Kevin Ruane - Sefton
Round two Themed Cry
Steven Holt - Morley

Best Dressed Crier
Mark Northway - Cromer

Best Dressed Consort
Fiona Horton - Isle of Sheppey

Best Dressed Couple
John and Sharon Griffiths - Sleaford

Best Ambassador
Rawden Kerr - Great Harwood

Championship Standings
3rd place
Adrian Holmes - Lichfield
Runner-up
Kevin Ruane - Sefton

LOYAL COMPANY OF TOWN CRIERS BRITISH CHAMPION 2026
Steven Holt - Morley.

Huge congratulations to everyone.

Thank you will never suffice when talking about the incredibly detailed gifts, Certificates, and local awards from Biddulph produced by Biddulph Consort Sue Robinson.

The photos are reproduced here by kind permission of Sam Thomas. She’s very good!

My thanks go to Biddulph Town Mayor Cllr Charlie Smith and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council Chairman Cllr Linda Malyon. To Brian Vowles for opening your wonderful home to us all on Friday evening.

It would be very remiss of me if I did not mention the support of Biddulph Town Council: from Chief Officer, Officers, Councillors, and through to the Caretakers (especially the caretakers) Sue and I can’t thank you enough.

17/08/2026

**FREE**
Summers here and parenting doesn’t stop!
Are you a parent looking for support for you and your teenager?
Look no further! Join our 6 week course designed just for parents of teenagers. Starts 26th August from 10am-11am at Staffordshire Moorlands Family Hub ST8 6DT
👇😃

17/08/2026

We've learned something new today. The collective name for a group of Town Criers is a 'bellow', and there will be a bellow outside the Town Hall on Saturday 22 August!

We're delighted that the Loyal Company of Town Criers is holding the British Championship in Biddulph, with the parade starting at 10.20am, and all the action taking place outside the Town Hall. Come along and see who you think is the best!

15/08/2026

This is a great opportunity for those wishing to know more about the beautiful Biddulph Grange Gardens.

🌿 AN AFTERNOON AT BIDDULPH GRANGE🌿

I’m really excited to invite you to a very special afternoon at our beautiful Biddulph Grange on **Saturday 19th September**, raising money for the Mayor’s Youth Activity Fund.

For £20 per person you’ll enjoy:

🌳 An exclusive guided tour of Biddulph Grange
🍰 A delicious cream tea
💚 And the chance to support a fund dedicated to helping young people in Biddulph access sport, creativity and opportunities.

We’ll be starting at 1pm and places are limited, so please book early if you’d like to join us.

I feel incredibly lucky to have Biddulph Grange right here on our doorstep; what better way to spend an afternoon than exploring this extraordinary place, enjoying some scones and raising money for our town’s young people at the same time?

📅 Saturday 19th September 2026
⏰ 1pm
🎟️ £20 per person

**Scan the QR code on the poster to book your place and make payment.**
Alternatively pop into the Town Hall reception to get tickets.

I’d absolutely love to see you there! 🌿💚

14/08/2026

We have some lovely news! The Town Council has been awarded Gold in the Local Council Award Scheme.

We initially received this award in 2022 from the National Association of Local Councils, and had to apply for re-accreditation this year.

We are immensely proud of this achievement, which shows that the Town Council achieves good practices in governance, community engagement and council improvement. Furthermore, this award shows that the council has gone above and beyond the legal obligations; we continuously seek opportunities to improve and develop even further.

Thank you to everyone that supports the work of the Town Council. Our partners and the wider community are the reason we do what we do.

12/08/2026

Businesses based in Biddulph and across the Staffordshire Moorlands, could funding help you take your next step?

Tom Nadin, Head of Project and Business Services at Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, will share advice on the funding options available, including grants, loans and other sources of finance, as well as tips on preparing successful applications and what funders are looking for.

05/08/2026

We hope you are all enjoying your summer! Just a reminder about this lovely event coming up.

🌻 Biddulph Homegrown & Handmade 🌻

📅 Saturday 5th September - 11.00am till 3pm
📍 Biddulph Town Hall
🎟️ FREE to enter
🎟️ FREE to attend
📅 Entries can be brought into the Town Hall during the week commencing 3rd September (entry form required), or on the day between 9.00am and 10.55am for staging.
🏅 Judging takes place from 11.00am.
🎉 The show is open to the public from 11.00am until 3.00pm.

Have you been growing, baking, making or creating this year? Then we'd love you to be part of Biddulph Homegrown & Handmade.

This event is all about celebrating the amazing talent, creativity and produce from across Biddulph. Whether you're a seasoned exhibitor or entering for the very first time, everyone is welcome.

There are children's classes in every section, making it a fantastic event for the whole family.

🌱 Homegrown Produce

🥕 Plate of mixed homegrown produce
🥔 3 potatoes
🧅 3 onions
🥬 Any vegetable
🍅 3 tomatoes
🍎 3 apples
🫐 Plate of soft fruit
🍐 Any fruit
👧 Children's fruit or vegetable plate

🌸 Floral

🌼 Single stem
💐 Vase of homegrown flowers
🌺 Floral display
👧 Children's floral display

🍷 Homemade Drinks

🍾 Homemade white wine
🍷 Homemade red wine
🍸 Hedgerow gin
🥃 Homemade liqueur
🍺 Homebrew
🍯 Preserves

🫙 Soft fruit preserve
🫙 Stoned fruit preserve
🍋 Curd
🍇 Jelly
🍯 Honey
🍊 Marmalade
🥄 Chutney
🌶️ Sweet chilli jam
👧 Children's preserve

🍰 Bakery

🍪 Biscuits
🍫 Brownies
🍰 Tray bake
🎂 Cake
🥐 Sausage rolls
🥟 Pastries
🍞 Bread
👧 Children's bakery item

🧶 Handicrafts

🪡 Hand sewn item
🧵 Machine sewn item
🖼️ Collage
❌ Cross stitch
🧶 Knitted item
🧶 Crochet item
🎨 Mixed crafts (including woodwork, mosaic, macramé, resin, pyrography, leatherwork, metalwork, glass, jewellery, upcycling and much more!)
👧 Children's handicraft

🎨 Art & Photography

✏️ Pen, ink or pencil
🎨 Watercolour
🖌️ Mixed media
🖼️ Acrylic
📷 Framed photograph
👧 Children's artwork

🍌 Fairtrade Special Category – Let's Go Bananas!

Get creative with Fairtrade bananas! Bake something delicious, create a piece of artwork, make a craft, take a photograph or invent something completely unique. The more imaginative, the better!

The day is about having fun, sharing your talents and celebrating our wonderful community. There is no pressure to be the best—just come along, have a go and enjoy seeing what everyone else has been growing, baking, making and creating.

As well as the competitions, you can also enjoy:
🛍 Stalls
🍰 A tea tent serving delicious homemade cakes and refreshments
🎭 Demonstrations
🎯 Free activities

So why not enter something this year? We'd love to see as many people as possible taking part.

If you have any questions about entering or attending, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We can't wait to welcome you to another fantastic Biddulph Homegrown & Handmade!

&Handmade

30/07/2026

This Saturday at the Town Hall.

🚲 The Big Bike Sale is Back! 🚲

Looking for a new set of wheels? Join us for our Big Bike Sale, packed with great-value pre-loved bikes and outdoor fun for all ages!

We'll have a fantastic range of:
🚴 Children's bikes
🚴‍♂️ Adult bikes in particular racers
🛴 Scooters
🛹 Skateboards
🏎️ Go-karts

Whether you're looking for a bike for the kids, a new ride for yourself, or something fun for the summer holidays, there's something for everyone.

📍 Biddulph Town Hall, High Street, Biddulph, ST8 6AR
📅 Saturday 1 August
⏰ 9:00am - 10:30am

Come along early for the best choice and grab yourself a bargain while helping to give quality items a second life. ♻️💚Please be aware that these bikes have not undergone inspection, and you will be required to sign a disclaimer acknowledging that they may require some maintenance before they are safe to ride.

Please note, the photo is indicative only

18/07/2026

☀️🌻 **Our Annual Summer Guide is Here!** 🌻☀️

Full of ideas for the six-week summer holidays, it's a useful go-to guide for keeping the children entertained. Inside you'll find:

🌞 Local days out and activities
🚗 Places to visit a little further afield
🎉 Information on holiday clubs, including both private and funded
💷 Ideas to suit a variety of budgets, from free fun to special treats
💙 Information on where to get help and support over the summer holidays

If you or your family need a little extra support this summer, please don't hesitate to contact the Town Council. If we can't help directly, we'll do our very best to put you in touch with someone who can.

Prefer a paper copy? We'll have printed guides available to collect from the Town Hall from Monday.
https://biddulph.co.uk/free-summer-guide/

We hope this guide helps you make the most of the summer holidays. Wishing everyone a fun, safe and happy summer!