Ripponden Parish Council

23/06/2026

Please stay safe during this hot weather - The Dangers of Open Water Swimming

Open water may look inviting, but reservoirs and rivers can be extremely dangerous. Cold‑water shock, hidden currents, steep sides and underwater hazards can all put lives at risk.

We’re urging everyone—especially young people—not to swim in reservoirs or other open water.

Find out more about staying safe from Yorkshire Water:
https://www.yorkshirewater.com/things-to-do/visitor-safety/
https://www.yorkshirewater.com/education/water-safety/

Learn about the dangers of water and the rules that are in place to keep you safe.

23/06/2026

Parish Council Chairman for 2026-27

Cllr Craig Johnson, who represents the Barkisland Ward, has once again been elected Chairman for 2026–27. Craig has served as Chairman several times before, including 2015–16, 2018–19 and 2025–26.

Congratulations also to Cllr Katie Naylor, our new Vice‑Chairman.

18/06/2026

~Hanging Baskets are here again~

The Parish Council has supplied hanging baskets for local businesses, with all plants grown by Calderdale Council and the baskets purchased from CMBC.
Thank you to all the businesses displaying them — and a special thank‑you to those who purchase additional baskets to help keep the village looking lovely.

05/06/2026

Tender Opportunity: Refurbishment of the Former Ripponden Library
Ripponden Parish Council has published the tender documents for the refurbishment of the former Ripponden Library building.

Contractors interested in submitting a tender can view and download the full Invitation to Tender (ITT) and architectural plans here:
https://www.rippondenparishcouncil.gov.uk/the-council/supply-to-the-council/

All submissions must follow the instructions set out in the ITT.

Queries must be submitted in writing only to the Clerk at:
[email protected]

13/05/2026

🌟 Councillor Vacancy – Soyland Ward 🌟
Ripponden Parish Council currently has a vacancy for a councillor for the Soyland ward, to be filled by co‑option. If you’re passionate about our community and want to help shape local priorities, we’d love to hear from you.
Full details about the role and the application form are available here:

Councillors are elected to represent an individual geographical unit on the council, known as a ward. In Ripponden there are four wards, Ripponden, Rishworth, Barkisland and Soyland. They are generally elected by the public every four years, but there is a Co-option space available within the Soylan...

01/05/2026

~ Annual Assembly 2026 ~
Starts 7pm on 7th May 2026 at Central Hall, Oldham Road, Ripponden.

The Annual Assembly is an opportunity for any parish resident to come and talk about local issues.

What local residents say at the Assembly influences Parish Council plans and activities.

Community groups who received a Parish Council grant in the past year are invited to attend and give a brief update on their project at the Parish Assembly.

24/04/2026

🔥 Help Prevent Moorland Fires

This Spring Our moorland is especially vulnerable at this time of year. Please help protect it by:
• Never using BBQs or open fires on the moors
• Taking all litter home – glass can start fires
• Ensuring ci******es are fully extinguished and not thrown on the ground
• Keeping to Public Rights of Way and staying alert to smoke or unusual activity.

If you see signs of fire, call 999 immediately. If you spot suspicious behaviour, report it to the police on 101 or online.

Your vigilance helps keep our countryside and wildlife safe.

More information can be found by visiting: https://www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/safety/wildfire

22/04/2026

Spring has arrived 🌼

The Rochdale Road telephone box is now freshly planted with bright spring flowers. A lovely splash of colour for everyone passing by.

17/04/2026

A quick update on the Old Library redevelopment:

All internal walls, ceilings and flooring have now been removed ready for the next phase of works.

We’re pleased that the majority of the original shelving will be repurposed by a local community group, keeping materials in use and supporting local projects.

An Invitation to Tender for the next stage of works will be issued in due course, and we’ll continue to keep residents updated as things move forward.

17/04/2026

🌟 Councillor Vacancy – Soyland Ward 🌟
Ripponden Parish Council currently has a vacancy for a councillor for the Soyland ward, to be filled by co‑option. If you’re passionate about our community and want to help shape local priorities, we’d love to hear from you.

Full details about the role and the application form are available here:
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I must give notice, under Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that a vacancy exists in the office of Parish Councillor for the Soyland ward of Ripponden Parish Council.