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Trees Deliberately Damaged
We’re saddened and frustrated to report that five newly planted trees have been deliberately destroyed in our parks within a week. Last night three trees were deliberately snapped in half and possibly killed. Just a week ago two young Elm trees, recently planted in Greta Park, suffered the same fate. They were specially bred Resista…
Top Environmental Award for Hedge End
The Albert Road Cemetery and War Memorial Garden have been judged to be amongst the best in the country and honoured with the Green Flag Award for the 16th year running! Chairman of Hedge End Town Council’s Recreation and Amenities Committee Cllr. Leigh Hadaway (pictured left raising the flag) said “The Green Flag Award is…
Conservation Team Hard At Work
The amazing Hedge End Conservation Volunteers have been out and about in the sunshine clearing pathways, picking up litter, removing non-native invasive plants and generally helping to keep our green spaces looking beautiful. The team joined council staff at the Woodstock Close Ecology Park. Chairman of Hedge End Town Council’s Recreation and Amenities Committee Cllr.…
Local Council Reform – Have Your Say
Eastleigh Borough Council is inviting residents to help shape proposals for Local Government Reorganisation across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth, and the Isle of Wight. It involves the current two-tier district and county council system being replaced with new unitary authorities, providing most of the services in the area. Parish and town councils would continue to exist…
Exercise of Public Rights 2024/2025
The Notice of Public Rights and Publication of Unaudited Annual Governance & Accountability Return has now been published for 2024/25, and can be viewed on PDF here The Summary of Rights can be viewed on PDF here
Eastleigh Active – Bookings Now Open!
Summer fun start’s here as the full programme for the Eastleigh Active Summer has just been released! Highlights in Hedge End include Nerf Battles at Greta Park, Junior Gym, Dodgeball, Football and Tennis. Dates for your diary: From Monday 30th June Staggered booking begins for Eastleigh Active sessions Be quick, because some activities sell out…
Summer Gazette Out Now!
Our newsletter the Summer Gazette should be dropping through residents’ letterboxes soon, full of your council and community news. You can also read it here or pick up a copy from our offices in the 2000 Centre. In this edition, we are excited to share our plans for two new play areas in Hedge End,…
Tackling Loneliness
It’s Loneliness Awareness Week launched by the charity Marmalade Trust. Starting on Monday 9th until Sunday 15th June, the week is dedicated to raising awareness and creating supportive communities by having open, honest conversations. What is Loneliness? The Marmalade Trust has identified different types of loneliness including: Emotional loneliness: When someone you were very close…
Unwrapped Festival This Sunday!
Just a few days until the FREE Unwrapped Festival comes to Hedge End! With a firm family focus, enjoy high quality, hand-picked live performances in Greta Park, alongside have-a-go creative activities, an arts and craft market and food stalls. The fun takes place in Greta Park from 10am until 5pm, brought to you by The…
Spotlight on Volunteers
It’s Volunteers Week and we’d like to say a huge thank you to all our amazing Conservation Volunteers, Youth Club volunteers and all those who help us with our events such as the Christmas Lights Switch On and the Remembrance Sunday Parade. We are so lucky to have your support! 💚 Please click here if…
