Whitworth Town Council

Whitworth Town Council This is the official page for Whitworth Town Council and is used to communicate information and events to the residents of Whitworth.

In Whitworth, local government services are provided by three local authorities - Whitworth Town Council, Rossendale Borough Council and Lancashire County Council. Whitworth Town Council consists of 12 elected members (Councillors), who are served by a Town Clerk. The Mission Statement of Whitworth Town Council is 'To improve the quality of life for the community of Whitworth'. The Town Council of

fices and Council Chamber are located in the Civic Hall complex in Whitworth. Whitworth Town Council:
*Employs a part-time Parish Lengthsman and full time Town Caretaker who, between them, keep the town as clean and tidy as possible;
*Acts as a pressure group upholding the rights and values of the Township;
*Acts as a sounding board for local opinion;
*Acts as a centre for retaining and enforcing the Town's historical, cultural and social identity;
*Inspects and comments on all planning applications and is consulted on new bye laws;
*Actively encourages voluntary initiatives and works hard to encourage tourism and economic regeneration;
*Nominates school governors and appoints trustees to local charities and representatives on such bodies as the Whitworth Sports Council, Police meetings and the Healey Dell Joint Management Committee.
*Produces the Whitworth Valley News magazine;

Whitworth Town Council obtains the money it needs to carry out the services it provides by levying a precept on the Council Tax collected by Rossendale Borough Council (as detailed on your Council Tax bill). The Town Council's Annual Report is available to download and view on the website. To contact Whitworth Town Council telephone 01706 852018 or email [email protected]

Last couple of days for free uniform pick ups at The Ashcroft!We are no longer taking donations, huge to thanks to every...
26/08/2026

Last couple of days for free uniform pick ups at The Ashcroft!
We are no longer taking donations, huge to thanks to everyone who has already donated uniforms - it really is much appreciated!

21/08/2026

A house key has been found at the entrance to Festival Park bowling green and has been handed in to the Town Council office. Please phone 01706 852018 to collect if its yours. Will need to identify the keyring to ascertain ownership.

πŸ“£πŸ“£In just 2 weeks time, our annual Rushcart event will take place, starting at the top of North St at 1pm πŸ“£πŸ“£πŸš§We still ne...
21/08/2026

πŸ“£πŸ“£In just 2 weeks time, our annual Rushcart event will take place, starting at the top of North St at 1pm πŸ“£πŸ“£
🚧We still need a few more marshals to ensure the parade runs smoothly - thanks to everyone who's already volunteeredπŸ™‚
If you can help, or know anybody who can, please email [email protected] or phone 01706 852018. Thanks everyone!

πŸ“£πŸ“£ Pre-loved uniform collection from The Ashcroft continues.This week, they will be available at slightly reduced hoursT...
17/08/2026

πŸ“£πŸ“£ Pre-loved uniform collection from The Ashcroft continues.
This week, they will be available at slightly reduced hours
Tuesday 9:30am to 12noon
Wednesday 9:30am to 12noon
Thursday 9:30am to 3:30pm
Feel free to pop into The Ashcroft foyer during these times and take whatever you need πŸ™‚πŸ†“

πŸ™‹ We need YOU! Marshals needed for this years Rushcart 🚦
05/08/2026

πŸ™‹ We need YOU! Marshals needed for this years Rushcart 🚦

πŸ™‹ We need YOU! Marshals needed for this years Rushcart 🚦
If you'd like to volunteer or would like more information, please comment below, send us a Facebook message, or contact us on 01706 852018

03/08/2026

🎢 A Huge Thank You 🎢

As we look back on what was an incredible Saturday, we want to take a moment to recognise the people who worked so hard behind the scenes to make the day such a success.

A very special thank you goes to Martin Duffy, who took on the huge task of organising the stage, coordinating all of the bands, and making sure the sound was running smoothly throughout the day. There was an enormous amount of planning, communication, and hard work involved long before the first act stepped onto the stage, and Martin gave up so much of his own time to make it all happen. His dedication, commitment, and passion helped create an unforgettable day of live entertainment, and we are incredibly grateful for everything he did.

A huge thank you as well to all of the amazing bands and performers who shared their talent with us. Your fantastic performances created such a brilliant atmosphere, kept the crowd entertained, and made the event one to remember. We really appreciate you giving up your time to be part of our community event.

We would also like to give a special thank you to Aimee from The Ashcroft and the Tourism and Leisure Committee for volunteering there time and helping throughout the event. Your support, enthusiasm, and willingness to get involved were greatly appreciated and made a real difference on the day.

Events like this don't happen by chance they happen because of dedicated people who are willing to give their time, energy, and expertise for the benefit of the community.

To Martin, Aimee, all of our talented performers, and everyone who helped behind the scenes, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You helped make Saturday an unforgettable day, and we couldn't have done it without you. ❀️🎀🎸🎢

Free to attend, aimed at small to medium sized business, this in-person immersive Cyber Attack Simulation is a real eye ...
31/07/2026

Free to attend, aimed at small to medium sized business, this in-person immersive Cyber Attack Simulation is a real eye opener and very thought provoking. It's funded by University of Lancashire and Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner and lasts about 4 hours (including a free lunch). It takes place in Preston but is well worth the drive for all the information provided.

Is Your Business Ready for a Cyber Attack?

23/07/2026

πŸ“’ Calling All Stallholders! πŸ“’
We're looking for stallholders to join us at our Family Fun Day in Whitworth!
If you sell handmade crafts, gifts, clothing, jewellery, food or offer a unique local business, we'd love to hear from you.
πŸ“… Date: Saturday 1st August
πŸ“ Location: The Ashcroft Whitworth
🏠 Indoor & outdoor stalls available
This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your products, meet the local community, and be part of a fun-filled family event.
Interested? Send us a message or email us for more information
[email protected] - 01706 852018
Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may be interested!

Address

The Council Office, The Ashcroft, Market Street
Whitworth
OL128DP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9am - 2:30pm
Friday 9am - 2:30pm

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