Auckley Parish Council

06/10/2026

Calling all those interested in becoming a Charity Trustee
The Charity of Richard Metcalfe has its origins in the 17th century when it was established to support the poor of Auckley. Its objectives have not changed even though social and financial developments no longer reflect 17th century Auckley. The Trustees role is to ensure that it honours and operates within the original objectives. In so doing they volunteer their time and effort in supporting the Charity.
The Charity would now like to hear from people who are interested in becoming a trustee.
Please contact the Clerk to Auckley Parish Council ([email protected] or 07857 568268) who will forward your details on to the Charity.

05/10/2026

For information , should anyone wish to comment on this application then please do do by the closing date via the comments section on the planning portal

26/01727/FUL

Er****on of a garden room

101 Insall Way, Auckley

Closing date: 19th of October

02/10/2026

Councillor Vacancy
Are you interested in your local area and want to be involved in the
local decision-making process?

Auckley Parish Council are looking for one person to fill this varied role. It is a voluntary role which requires a minimum monthly commitment to attend the Parish Council meeting (except August). The successful volunteer will join a team of 9 councillors who act on behalf of the Parish.
The intention is to co-opt at the October meeting:
Wednesday 14th of October at 6.30pm

For further information and to express an interest, please contact the Clerk by the closing date of Wednesday 7th of October 2026.

Clerk to Auckley Parish Council: Emma Lear
[email protected]
07857 568268

30/09/2026

AUCKLEY PARISH COUNCIL
September/October Newsletter

Parish Council Vacancy
Following notification from the City of Doncaster Council, the parish council is now able to co-opt an eligible person to fill its one vacancy. The Parish Council is inviting expressions of interest in the role by Wednesday 7th of October (please contact the Clerk) with the intention to co-opt at the next parish council meeting on Wednesday 14th of October.

2026 Auckley Show
Grateful thanks are extended to Neil Woodward, all the Auckley Show committee and volunteers for their dedication and commitment involving months of work around the show, which culminated in a wonderful day, greatly enjoyed by both residents of Auckley parish and the wider community.

Village Green Seats
The parish council are deeply disappointed that in spite of continuing representations to CDC and to the Ward Councillors that the existing seats are still awaiting replacement. Efforts will continue in the hope that new or refurbished seats will be provided very soon.

Planning Update
A decision relating to the application for the 34 affordable houses on the charity land off Hurst Lane should now be made by the end of September following the signing of the Section 106 Agreement. A decision is also expected in respect of the application for 50 houses on land off Main Street. Following a decision being reached regarding the level of Environmental Impact Assessment required for a planning application in respect of the proposed 170 houses, off Hurst Lane, either an outline or full application is expected to be submitted in the near future. A decision is also expected for the er****on of a hut for the air cadets on Hayfield Park.

Save the Dates for Events in 2026
‘Police Drop In’ at Auckley Parish Centre: Fridays 23 October and 27 November at 10.00 am.
Litter Pick on Saturday 7th November - Meet at Auckley Parish Centre at 10.00 am. Once again, the Council would like to extend its thanks to the Rapid Response Team for organising the latest litter pick which collected 25 bags of rubbish.

Trustees for the Richard Metcalfe Charity
The parish council would like to invite expressions of interest from members of the public to become a trustee of the charity. The committee would like to fill three vacancies (please contact the clerk who will pass on details).

To contact the Clerk to Auckley Parish Council (Emma Lear), please email [email protected] or call 07857 568268.

30/09/2026

The Parish Council would like to thank the Rapid Response Team and volunteers who undertook a litter pick in Auckley on the 12th of September. They collected 25 bags of rubbish.
The next litter pick will take place on Saturday, 7th of November.

29/09/2026

Starts today and on tomorrow at Hayfield Park.
Then continues for the next 2 weeks on Tuesday and Wednesday.

07/09/2026

Auckley Litter Pick- Saturday 12th of September
The Rapid Response Team will be organising a litter pick around the streets of Auckley.
Running from 10am until 12.00pm, you are invited to meet at the Auckley Parish Centre to collect your equipment to help tidy our local area. Refreshments will be provided.

To indicate your attendance so that we can gauge the quantities of equipment required, please email [email protected]

23/07/2026

For information, should anyone wish to comment then please do so by the closing date. Comments to be made via the planning portal

26/01371/FUL

Er****on of a kitchen extension to side of house

10 Spey Drive, Auckley

Closing date: 12th of August

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16/07/2026

Parish Councillor Majorie Caygill - RIP

It is with much sadness to report that Marjorie passed away on 9 July 2026 following a period of illness borne with immense fortitude and dignity.

Marjorie's contribution to the parish council and wider community is immeasurable.

She was Clerk to the Council for over 40 years and on her retirement was co-opted to the council. She also served on the Richard Metcalfe Charity Committee as Secretary, worked at Auckley Surgery and served as a member of Cantley with Branton Parish Council.

Deepest sympathy is extended to her family and many friends. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.

16/07/2026

AUCKLEY PARISH COUNCIL
July/ August Newsletter
Parish Councillor Majorie Caygill - RIP
It is with much sadness to report that Marjorie passed away on 9 July 2026 following a period of illness borne with immense fortitude and dignity.
Marjorie's contribution to the parish council and wider community is immeasurable.
She was Clerk to the Council for over 40 years and on her retirement was co-opted to the council. She also served on the Richard Metcalfe Charity Committee as Secretary, worked at Auckley Surgery and served as a member of Cantley with Branton Parish Council.
Deepest sympathy is extended to her family and many friends. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.

Improvement works on Hayfield Park Completed
Following the receipt of s106 funds from City of Doncaster Council (CDC), the Council are delighted to have been able to deliver new play equipment including swings, see-saw and accessible roundabout, as well as an accessible path network and new fence to ensure the safety of the children using the park. These items were delivered following consultation with the public. The Council hopes that you can see the improvements for your use and enjoyment. Please help to look after the park.

Ellers Lane Parade of Shops works
In the coming months CDC will be undertaking improvement works to the pavements in the vicinity of the shops including the removal of dead trees which will produce a uniform and tidy surface in the area. As part of these works, the Parish Council will install a new noticeboard which the council hopes will be accessible to more residents.

Proposed Additional Seating
After completing the three s106 funded projects on Hayfield Park, there are a small amount of funds left. The Parish Council would like to propose a picnic bench or further seating for the park.
In addition to this, the council may have an opportunity to site a bench outside the parade of shops on Ellers Lane. Please let us know if you have any thoughts on these proposals or any other suggestions. Please contact the Clerk.

Community Litter Picks- Can you help?
A massive thank you to the Rapid Response Team (RRT) for co-ordinating litter picks in the parish over the past months.
Join members of RRT to collect litter from around Auckley. Meet at 10am at the Auckley Parish Centre to collect your equipment. Refreshments will be provided. Upcoming dates: Saturday 12 September and Saturday 7 November.

Invitation to form a new Neighbourhood Plan Working Group
Members of the public are asked to register their interest in joining a working group to help review and amend the Neighbourhood Plan (adopted in Auckley in 2023) in response to any upcoming planning changes implemented by National Government. Please contact the Clerk.

Update on Proposed New Housing Developments in and around Auckley
A decision is expected in early August regarding the application for 34 houses off Hurst Lane.
The Parish Council (along with many residents) has objected to the application for the 50 dwellings on the land on the west side of Main Street on the basis that it does not comply with a number of areas within both the Local and Neighbourhood Plan.
Thank you to the many residents who attended the recent consultation event hosted by Albemarle Homes (relating to land off Hurst Lane) who expressed concerns but also provided helpful information with regard to highway improvements.

To contact the Clerk to Auckley Parish Council (Emma Lear), please email [email protected] or call 07857 568268.