Sturminster Newton Town Council

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🇬🇧 Armed Forces Day Cake Stall – Saturday 27 June 🇬🇧To celebrate Armed Forces Day, the Sturminster Newton Royal British ...
26/06/2026

🇬🇧 Armed Forces Day Cake Stall – Saturday 27 June 🇬🇧

To celebrate Armed Forces Day, the Sturminster Newton Royal British Legion will be running a cake stall at The Exchange (downstairs entrance) from 9am – 12pm.

All proceeds will go to the Poppy Appeal, supporting members of the Armed Forces community.
They would also be very grateful for any donations of cakes, which can be delivered on Friday 26 June or brought along on the day.

There will be no set prices, simply donate what you feel your treat is worth.
Please do come along, enjoy something sweet, and help support this important cause in our community❤️

Temporary Footpath Closure – Sturminster NewtonPlease be aware that Public Footpath N53/2 will be temporarily closed fro...
23/06/2026

Temporary Footpath Closure – Sturminster Newton

Please be aware that Public Footpath N53/2 will be temporarily closed from 24 June 2026 for up to 21 days.
Between Bath Road (near the fire station) and Butts Pond Industrial Estate, exiting by the sorting office.

The closure is in place to allow CG Fry & Sons Ltd to carry out work on a housing development. During this time, pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders will not be able to use this section of the path.

A signed alternative route will be available.

This is a temporary emergency notice issued by Dorset Council and may be followed by a longer-term closure.

For more information:
• Works: CG Fry – 01308 805134
• Rights of Way: 01305 221000
• Traffic Team: 01305 221020

Blister Pack Recycling Point in Sturminster Newton! ♻️We’re pleased to share that a new collection box for empty blister...
15/06/2026

Blister Pack Recycling Point in Sturminster Newton! ♻️

We’re pleased to share that a new collection box for empty blister packs is now available here at the Town Council offices.

This initiative has been kindly funded by a resident who wishes to remain anonymous – at no extra cost to the community.

The blister packs will be recycled through TerraCycle, who process hard-to-recycle materials into raw materials. These are then used by manufacturers to create new items such as outdoor furniture, play park flooring, storage containers and construction products.

Thank you for helping us reduce waste and support a more sustainable community.

Only empty blister packs can be placed in the box.
Any medication must be disposed of safely via a pharmacy.

Road Closure Notice – C34, Kings Stag & Hazelbury BryanDorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on the C34 ...
11/06/2026

Road Closure Notice – C34, Kings Stag & Hazelbury Bryan

Dorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on the C34 between Kings Stag (B3143 junction) and Partway Lane, Hazelbury Bryan.

Starts: 25 June 2026
Expected completion: 9 July 2026
(The order allows up to 18 months, but works are planned to finish sooner.)

Reason for closure:
Carriageway maintenance and resurfacing works.

Please note the closures will be in operation, as and when indicated by signs on site.
Advanced warning signs will be placed on the road two weeks advance of the closure to indicate the exact dates the closure will affect the roads.

There will also be no waiting or parking along the affected stretch during works.

For further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, call Dorset Highways Operations
on 01305 228100.
To discuss this Order, contact Dorset Council on 01305 221020 or use thier website:
www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworks/enquiries.

Road Closure Update – Common Lane We’ve been notified of an emergency road closure currently in place on Common Lane, St...
10/06/2026

Road Closure Update – Common Lane

We’ve been notified of an emergency road closure currently in place on Common Lane, Sturminster Newton, between the A357 and The Old Forge (approx. 30 metres).

Scottish and Southern Power Distribution are carrying out urgent works to locate an electrical fault.

The closure is in effect immediately and is expected to remain until 12 June 2026 (with a maximum duration of up to 21 days if required).

A signed diversion route is in place.

Thank you for your patience while these essential works are carried out.

08/06/2026

Urgent Road Closure – Common Lane

We have been advised this morning by Dorset Council of an urgent road closure on Common Lane, Sturminster Newton due to fault locating works on a low voltage service/main.

The works are expected to be completed by Friday 12 June.

We received notification of this emergency closure this morning and are sharing the information as soon as possible.

♻️ We’re now collecting empty blister packs at the Town Council Offices!Pop in between 9:30am – 12:30pm and drop them in...
03/06/2026

♻️ We’re now collecting empty blister packs at the Town Council Offices!

Pop in between 9:30am – 12:30pm and drop them into the collection point.

Thank you for helping us support recycling in Sturminster Newton

Happy Birthday Adam! 🥳A big thank you to our Grounds Manager, Adam, for everything he does to keep Stur looking its best...
03/06/2026

Happy Birthday Adam! 🥳

A big thank you to our Grounds Manager, Adam, for everything he does to keep Stur looking its best and running smoothly.

Always hands-on, friendly, and clearly passionate about the town, Adam is a familiar face to many and a real asset to the community.

Wishing you a great day, Adam!

Temporary Road Closure – C109, Stalbridge Please be aware that Dorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on ...
02/06/2026

Temporary Road Closure – C109, Stalbridge

Please be aware that Dorset Council has announced a temporary road closure on the C109, Stalbridge.

From: Junction with Kings Mill Lane to junction with Pentridge Lane
Dates: From Thursday 1 July 2026
Times: 09:30 – 16:00 daily
Duration: Up to 5 days (works expected to finish by 3 July 2026)

The closure is required to allow for carriageway maintenance and resurfacing works, and to ensure the safety of both workers and road users.

A signed diversion route will be in place during the works.

For more information:
Dorset Highways Operations: 01305 228100
Dorset Council Traffic Team: 01305 221020

02/06/2026

Wessex Water have notified us of an urgent closure on Chapel Road, Sturminster Newton due to renew leaking stop tap.

The works are expected to be completed by 08-06-2026.

For more information or any access concerns please contact - 0345 600 4 600.

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Council Offices, Old Market Hill
Sturminster Newton
DT101FH

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 12:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 12:30pm

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