Cramlington Town Council

27/08/2026

⏰ Only a few days left to nominate! ⏰

Newcastle Building Society’s Cramlington branch is proud to sponsor and support local people through the Sports and Youth Sports Awards. 🏅

Meet Olivia, Stephen and Hayley from the team, who’d love to see your nominations for Cramlington’s sporting stars!

Whether it’s an athlete, team, coach or club that’s excelled this year, get your nomination in today.

👉 Nominate here: https://forms.office.com/e/DTCM5D48Br?origin=lprLink

26/08/2026

🐾 Seven Oaks Park Doggy Day is back! 🐾

Save the date, Saturday 5th September, 10am to 2pm at Seven Oaks Park, Cramlington (opposite the Vue cinema).

This year's Fun Dog Show has 10 classes to enter, including Puppy, Veteran, Small Dog, Big Dog, Handsome Boy, Pretty Girl, Family Group and a brand new Fancy Dress class with a movie theme, so get creative with your pup's costume! There are also two Best Rescue classes, plus Best in Show for all class winners.

Entry is £3 a class or 4 classes for £10. Rosettes and prizes for every class, and a trophy for the Champion.

Alongside the show there'll be free microchip checking, dog goodies and stalls, and refreshments. No on-site parking, so please plan to walk or park nearby.

The event is organised in aid of Dogs First Rescue, and sponsored by Moorview Referrals

For more information please contact Councillors Mark Swinburn and Loraine De Simone - Cramlington Village

See you and your four-legged friends there! 🐶

26/08/2026

⏰ Just 5 Days Left to Nominate! ⏰

Nominations for the Awards close in just 5 days – 31st August 2026! Do you know someone who deserves recognition?

There are 9 categories to choose from, including our brand-new Business Award CSR, and we're proud to have Cramlington Renewable Energy Developments Limited (CRED) as this year's overall sponsor, supporting community projects across the town.

Read more and find out how to nominate on our website 👇
https://www.cramlingtontowncouncil.gov.uk/just-5-days-left-to-nominate-for-the-lovecramlington-awards/

Time is running out to nominate someone brilliant for this year’s Awards – nominations close in just 5 days, on 31st August 2026. If you know someone who deserves recognition, here’s a reminder of our categories: Citizen of the Year – someone who goes above and beyond to hel...

25/08/2026

🌿 Get outdoors and try something new this autumn! Cramlington Town Council is funding two FREE foraging workshops at Coronation Park, led by The Cramlington Forager Gemma Gee.

It's the perfect excuse to explore Coronation Park and its lovely dementia garden while learning a new skill and enjoying the wellbeing benefits of fresh air and nature.

🌱 Wild Herbs For Health – Sun 6 Sept, 10-11am
A beginner-friendly session on identifying, foraging, drying and storing wild herbs for health and wellbeing. No experience needed.

🌱 Wild Garlic Planting Workshop – Sat 3 Oct, 2-3pm
Learn how to identify wild garlic safely, tell it apart from toxic lookalikes, and grow your own at home. Everyone goes home with a potted wild garlic plant ready for next spring.

Both workshops are held at Coronation Park, School Lane, Cramlington, NE23 1DN (the old Parkside School field). Places are limited, so book your spot soon!

👉 Wild Herbs For Health: https://www.cramlingtonforager.co.uk/event-details/wild-herbs-for-health-a-foraging-workshop-2
👉 Wild Garlic Planting Workshop: https://www.cramlingtonforager.co.uk/event-details/wild-garlic-planting-workshop

18/08/2026

📢 Spaces Still Available – New Training Courses at Mayfield Community Center!

We're working in partnership with Education Partnership North East to bring FREE training opportunities to Mayfield Community Centre this autumn, and there are still spaces available!

🌿 Health & Social Care Training
📅 28 September – 7 October
Week 1: Monday to Friday
Week 2: Monday to Wednesday

☕ Retail & Hospitality Training
📅 12 October – 22 October
Week 1: Monday to Thursday
Week 2: Monday to Thursday

Whether you're looking to start a new career, gain new skills, or boost your confidence, these courses are a great opportunity.

📧 To find out more or book a place:
email: [email protected] or call: 0300 770 1000

Please like, share and tag anyone who might be interested in taking the next step in their career!

17/08/2026

Cramlington Voluntary Youth Project are currently in Northburn (Horton Park) with FREE summer activities for children, go along and say hello if you're nearby!

The CVYP 'Bus 4 Us' is funded by Cramlington Town Council and travels to different locations across the town, offering a safe place for young people to gather with friends and take part in activities run by qualified youth workers.

13/08/2026

📢 Information for anyone visiting Blyth Beach today

The Environment Agency has identified a pollution incident at the beach. A strong-smelling substance has formed a sheen in pools of water and on the sand.

Investigations are ongoing, but as a precautionary measure, visitors are asked not to bathe in the water at this time.

With today's hot weather and the school holidays, please share this with anyone heading down. 🌡️

More info: https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/alerts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn8nppjn401o

12/08/2026

Reminder: Community Chest Grant deadline approaching! ⏰

Lots of local groups have already secured funding for some brilliant projects this year, and there is still time to apply for this round!

If you run a local charity, group or organisation making a difference to Cramlington residents, don't miss your chance to apply for a Community Chest grant of up to £800.

Deadline to apply: Thursday 27th August

Applications that meet the criteria will go forward to the Community and Youth Committee on 10th September.

For more information on the criteria and how to apply: https://tinyurl.com/et6x8s94

05/08/2026

Great news! The brand new East Hartford playground was completed last week and is now open and ready for play!

The playground features a fantastic range of equipment, including racing slides, climbing walls, an overhead ladder, smaller slides for toddlers, somersault bars and much more, thanks to a £30,000 investment from the Town Council.

Cramlington North West Cllrs Barbara Gregan and Mark Morris visited the playground last week and said: “We are absolutely delighted with the new playground at East Hartford, it’s brilliant! This investment reflects the Town Council’s commitment to high-quality, inclusive play facilities all across Cramlington and East Hartford. We hope to see children enjoying it for many years to come.”

It’s great timing too, as the play area is finished just in time for the East Hartford Family Fun Day, taking place at East Hartford Community Centre on Saturday 15th August, 1pm to 6pm. Come along and join in, it’s an affordable day out for the whole family!

There will be food vans, inflatables and much more for families to enjoy. See East Hartford Community Centre’s page for more details on the event.

And of course, the brand new playground will be ready and waiting for the children to enjoy!