Christmas Card Competition Winner
Each year we send out a Christmas card to many different organisations and individuals we have worked and partnered with over the years. This year, we called on the future of Shepton Mallet and asked [...]
We’re hiring
Shepton Mallet Town Council is looking for an enthusiastic and professional Fundraising Officer to support the Town Council in delivering its ambitious Town Plan. This is a new role and has been created to give [...]
Civility and Respect Pledge
Shepton Mallet Town Council is committed to standing up against bullying, harassment, and intimidation in local councils. Councillors have unanimously agreed to sign up to the Civility and Respect Pledge at the Full Town Council [...]
Hello Shepton, a new community website launches
Shepton Mallet Town Council has launched Hello Shepton, a new information website for residents and visitors that makes finding local businesses, services, shopping, places to eat, community activities and events even easier. Shepton Mallet is [...]
Christmas in Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet Town Council are in full Christmas spirit with the Winter Series well underway and the final planning stages of the annual Christmas Lights Switch On, taking place on Saturday 3rd December from 6:30-7:30pm. [...]
Shepton Mallet Carnival is back!
We're delighted to welcome back Shepton Mallet Carnival tonight (16th November) after two long years away. The carnival parade will feature over 100 entries, these range from single masqueraders dancing in the streets to 100ft [...]
The Winter Series is back
The Winter Series kicked off with a bang with the Shepton Mallet Fireworks Display on Saturday (5th November). Following last year’s very successful Winter Series, Shepton Mallet Town Council is excited to bring back the [...]
The Somerset Cultural Strategy
The five Local Authorities within Somerset are currently working together to create a new and exciting 5-year cultural strategy for the new unitary Somerset Council, which will come into being in April 2023. The Somerset [...]
Mendip District Council public art commission for Shepton Mallet
Mendip District Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from Mendip or wider Somerset based artists for a new public art commission. The successful commission will be installed as a high-quality, long-lasting piece, along the new [...]
Christmas Card Design Competition
Tis' the season! Each year we send out a Christmas card that celebrates our Town, last year we asked professional and budding photographers alike, to capture their best Christmas shot. We received some outstanding entries [...]
New playground at Collett Park
Shepton Mallet Town Council is excited to announce the redevelopment of Collett Park's playground. This exciting opportunity has been made possible by support from charitable donations and will see the area redesigned to enhance [...]
In Remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, please see more details of services and the book of condolence. Ceremony The Royal British Legion is hosting a short ceremony at our Cenotaph on Sunday [...]
On the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
It is at this time of extreme sadness that I, on behalf of the people of Shepton Mallet, convey our condolences to the Royal Family on the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen [...]
Shepton Mallet Flood Risk Management
Additional surveys will be undertaken in Shepton Mallet on 13 and 14 September 2022 as part of the programme for enhanced Flood Risk Management. Mendip District Councils secured addtional funding through the Somerset Rivers Authority [...]
Shepton Mallet Winter Series: Expressions of Interest
Would you like to help make this winter in Shepton one to remember? Now’s your chance! Shepton Mallet Town Council has set aside a £10k budget to fund free public events for the town’s residents [...]
UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Hello Shepton
Shepton Mallet Town Council is currently working on a new website to showcase the town. Hello Shepton aims to be an online, one-stop-shop where residents and visitors to Shepton Mallet can find information about local [...]
Defibrillator Training Session
Everyone is welcome! Saturday 29th October at 10.00am in the Council Chamber at Shape Mendip.
Celebrations as Collett Park awarded the coveted Green Flag Award
Shepton Mallet Town Council is celebrating after receiving a Green Flag Award for Collett Park, one of 2,208 UK winners. The award is the international quality mark for parks and green spaces, which makes Collett [...]
Shepton Mallet Town Council points the way with new wayfinding signs
Residents and visitors to Shepton Mallet are discovering vibrant new wayfinding signs that have been erected throughout the town. The new signage has replaced out-of-date, tatty, and often graffiti-covered signs, as part of Shepton Mallet [...]
Summer Series – free events and activities from July to August
The Shepton Mallet Summer Series returns this July and August bringing access to events, activities, arts, crafts, and music for free. Shepton Mallet is a vibrant market town steeped in history, with a thriving industrial [...]
Town Council celebrating after a successful Collett Park Day
Warm weather accompanied a fun-packed Collett Park Day, in Shepton Mallet, recently. An estimated five thousand people attended the day and enjoyed a variety of community stalls and trade stands, live music, arena entertainment, and [...]
We are Hiring!
Shepton Mallet Town Council are seeking two very important roles in our team: * Fundraising Officer -14 hours per week (annualised hours contract). Fixed term for 12 months with a view to becoming permanent. * [...]
Town Council welcomes Councillors after May elections
Shepton Town Council recently held its first full meeting, after the elections earlier in May, and welcomed its new Councillors, including co-opted members Rob Heaton and Jon Ducker. Matt Harrison was re-elected as Chair of [...]
Shepton Mallet Summer Activities: Expressions of Interest
Would you like to help make this summer in Shepton one to remember? Now's your chance! Shepton Mallet Town Council has set aside a budget to fund free public events for the town’s residents and [...]
Platinum Jubilee Celebrations in Shepton Mallet
Platinum Jubilee Celebrations Thursday 2nd June (Bank Holiday) Proclamation by the Town Crier in Market Place 2.00pm Beacon Lighting, from 7.30 pm to 10.00 pm, at Mid Somerset Showground Bar Hog Roast Bring a picnic [...]
COUNCILLOR VACANCY – NOTICE OF CO-OPTION
Shepton Mallet Town Council - East and West Wards Vacancies Shepton Mallet Town Council will consider filling by co-option a casual vacancy for a Councillor in the East Ward and a Councillor in the West [...]
Council Column – 7th April 2022
Pre-election news This week I am opening with a massive Thank You to all the volunteers and professionals who have delivered over 90,000 Covid-19 vaccinations from the Shape Mendip vaccination centre. For those who don’t [...]
Council Column – 31st March 2022
Pre-election news – 31st March 2022 Understandably, the Council is very concerned with what it can do to assist with the Ukraine situation. A Council’s finance is understandably restricted to benefit the residents of the [...]
Council Column -24th March 2022
Pre-election news – 24th March 2022 This week we entered the ‘Pre-election’ period in the lead up to elections on 5th May. For the Council this means business as usual, however, local authorities must be [...]
Ukraine: what you can do to help?
Everyone wants to do their bit to support those Ukrainians who have been forced to flee their homes because of the invasion. The UK Government has provided information on how you can help, including making [...]
Chair’s Column – 15th March 2022
The current international situation in Ukraine is exacerbating energy costs and contributing further to the so-called ‘cost of living’ crisis which sees the current UK inflation rate at 5.4% and widely expected to be over [...]
Chair’s Column – 10th March 2022
From next Monday, you’ll start to see the new ‘Welcome to Shepton’ signs being installed on the outskirts of town. We have 8 signs replacing the existing green signs at the same locations. The signs [...]
Chair’s Column – 3rd March 2022
So, with Unitary and Town Council elections just around the corner and the recent addition of two replacement members of staff to the team it is all change in Shepton Mallet Town Council. One of [...]
Chair’s Column – 24th February 2022
Dudley, Eunice and Franklin certainly blew away the cobwebs last weekend. Trees came down across town including in Collett Park but thanks to our efficient contractors - both our Park Rangers and at County Highways [...]
Chair’s Column – 3rd February 2022
After a two-year hiatus, it was great to announce last week that we are bringing back Collett Park Day! The most loved event in the town’s calendar was cancelled for obvious reasons but this year [...]
Chair’s Column – 27th January 2022
Last Saturday saw twenty-one trees planted in Collett Park as part of the start of our celebrations to mark Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Trees were planted by people from the seven age groups [...]
Chair’s Column – 20th January 2022
2022 marks the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee; the first time a British Monarch will have served for 70 consecutive years. We are planning a number of events over the extra bank holiday weekend in June (Thursday [...]
Shepton’s Snowdrop Children’s Fancy Dress Parade
Join in the fun on Saturday 19th February with the Shepton's Snowdrop Children Fancy Dress Parade, starting at 12 noon at the Church and parading to the Market Place. Shepton's very own Fairy Godmother will [...]
Help plant twenty one trees in Collett Park to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee
The Crown Copse is a new planting of 21 trees at the east end of Collett Park to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. The trees will be planted by the people of Shepton Mallet, in [...]
Chair’s Column
Happy New Year! I hope all residents managed to find time to relax over the festive period. Although it continued to be far from ‘normal’, I don’t think I’m alone in thinking that 2022 is [...]
Chair’s Column – 23rd December 2021
Driving to work on Monday and suddenly hearing Shepton Mallet Town Council mentioned on Radio 4’s Today programme made me sit up and pay attention! We were mentioned in the context of the station celebrating [...]
Town Clerk Appointed
Shepton Mallet Town Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs Claire Commons to the role of Town Clerk. Mrs Commons joins us from Shaftesbury Town Council, where she has held the role of [...]
Are you alone this Christmas Shepton Mallet – Join in a free festive lunch
Shepton Mallet branch of the Salvation Army, is helping the local community this year by providing over 100 food and toy hampers to families in need at Christmas. "There are many more families struggling this [...]
Chair’s Column – December 16th 2021
There are lots of activities happening in and around town this weekend, and all will surely help you get into a festive spirit! Our friends at Make the Sunshine are hosting a new group aimed [...]
Chair’s Column – December 9th 2021
It was a pleasure to introduce the Reverend Jonathan Hunter Dunn to say a few words and the Fairy Godmother to lead the countdown at our Christmas lights switch on event last Friday. Which went [...]
Chair’s Column – 2nd December 2021
Whilst the international and national news has inevitably been dominated with the Omicron virus developments, locally, we in the Town Council like everyone else need to strike a balance between reducing infection spread whilst supporting [...]
Chair’s Column – 25th November 2021
As I write this, your Town Council are preparing for one of the largest agendas for one of our meetings in quite some time. There are many exciting decisions that we will take and updates [...]
Chair’s Column – November 18th 2021
Event season is well and truly underway and a week last Saturday saw the Rotary organise another fantastic fireworks display at the West Shepton Playing Fields. With sponsorship from the Glastonbury Festival meaning the gate [...]
Chair’s Column – November 11th 2021
As we all reflect today, Armistice Day, an opportunity to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms and protected our way of life., I’m sure everyone is looking forward [...]
Chair’s Column – November 4th 2021
Last Saturday saw the culmination of the Pumpkin Walk in Collett Park organised by Gill Sakakini from St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church. It was fantastic to see the seasonal creativity on display and I [...]
Remembrance Sunday
The Town Council are delighted to have organised a Service at the Cenotaph, after the pandemic-enforced break in the traditional event. Attendees are encouraged to assemble on the pavements around the Cenotaph from 10:30 on [...]
Chair’s Column – 28th October 2021
The Town Council works with and actively supports (either financially or sometimes with staff time) many community and voluntary organisations throughout the town. One of these is ‘Make the Sunshine’ which is a community interest [...]
Chair’s Column – October 21st 2021
Isn’t it lovely to see the new, bespoke bunting hung in the Town Centre! It forms part of our commitment to brightening the Town Centre and welcoming shoppers and tourists to experience our unique town. [...]
Westfest Dance Music Event
The Westfest dance music event is taking place again at the Royal Bath and West Showground on the night of 30th October 2021. The organisers will build and deconstruct the event site between Monday 25th [...]
Shepton Mallet Town Council support pioneering project to inspire young people
Make the Sunshine and Shepton Mallet Town Council will be working together on a new project set to bring young people’s ideas and creativity to the fore thanks to support from Creative Mendip through Mendip [...]
Chair’s Column – 14th October 2021
Autumn is well and truly with us and many town centre businesses are gearing up for their busiest time of year – Christmas Day is only 71 days away! To help enhance the centre over [...]
Collett Park flies the flag as one of the country’s best parks
In a record-breaking year for the Green Flag Award, as the scheme marks its Silver Jubilee, Collett Park is one of 2127 celebrating success today. Today, Shepton Mallet Town Council is raising a Green Flag [...]
Chair’s Column – October 7th 2021
Last Sunday saw the inaugural meeting of a new Shepton Mallet Arts Group – SMart. The group has been established to provide a hub for artists and creative practitioners in the town. It has initially [...]
Have your say on Mendip District Council’s Masterplan for Shepton
Mendip District Council has commissioned environmental and planning consultants LUC to develop a Masterplan for Shepton Mallet town centre. The Masterplan will form the basis for funding bids for future regeneration and environmental projects in [...]
Chair’s Column – September 30th 2021
There is definitely a chill in the air now that we’re firmly into Autumn! Shortly we will see our natural environment change, with leaves turning and dropping in preparation for winter as well as the [...]
Chair’s Column – 23rd September 2021
Looking for something to do at the weekend in Shepton with friends or family? A free activity that explores our town and gets you out and about? Yesterday saw the launch of the Shepton Mallet [...]
Chair’s Column – September 16th 2021
As high streets across the country gradually become less reliant on traditional retail and start to re-purpose some of their spaces to new uses, it’s good to see a couple of new additions to Shepton’s [...]
Commendation for Collett Park!
The Town Council is pleased to announce that we received a Commendation in the annual "Playing Field of the Year" Awards held by Somerset Playing Fields Association! Collett Park is a favourite among all residents [...]
Wayfinding Signage Scheme: Call for Tenders
Shepton Mallet Town Council invites tenders for the manufacture and installation of a new wayfinding signage scheme for the town. Details of the scheme, including specifications and instructions for tenderers to apply can be found [...]
Temporary Footpath Closure
In pursuance of Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended by the Road Traffic (Temporary Restrictions) Act 1991, the County Council of Somerset propose to make an Order prohibiting all traffic [...]
Election Results for Town Councillor for Shepton Mallet East Ward
Election Results for Town Councillor for Shepton Mallet East Ward, held on Wednesday 8th September 2021. Election Results for Town Councillor for Shepton Mallet East Ward, Shepton Mallet Town Council Candidate Party Votes Result Berkeley, [...]
Chair’s Column – September 9th 2021
The scope for Town and Parish Councils to help their communities is huge; so long as they are operating within common law, the only things they are not allowed to do is introduce new forms [...]
We want to hear from you!
The Town Council's programme of summer events has recently come to a close, but we want to hear what you thought! The Town Council has resolved to budget for the provision of more summer events [...]
Chair’s Column – 2nd September 2021
Finally, the good weather made an appearance on Saturday as the finale of the Summer in Shepton series was held in Collett Park and a couple of hundred residents sat down to enjoy a free [...]
Notice of Poll
Election of a Town Councillor PARISH OF SHEPTON MALLET - EAST WARD NOTICE OF POLL Notice is hereby given that: 1. The following persons have been and stand validly nominated: 2. A POLL for the [...]
Chair’s Column – 26th August 2021
Over the past few weeks, a speculative new housing planning application has been made by Redrow Homes to build up to 125 dwellings on land adjacent to the Old Wells Road, on the outskirts of [...]
Chair’s Column – August 19th 2021
In the absence of our chairman who is on holiday for one more week, the Town Council didn’t want you to not hear about the great things still going on. So, for this week I’m [...]
Somerset Rivers Authority Annual Report
The Somerset River Authority's (SRA) Annual Report for 2020-21 has just been published. It concentrates on the SRA’s many achievements over the past 12 months and also covers progress on some bigger themes and projects [...]
Statement of Persons Nominated for the East Ward of Shepton Mallet By Election
From: Mendip District Council Re: Election of a Town Councillor for the Town of Shepton Mallet - East Ward NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: The following persons have been and stand validly nominated:
Chair’s Column – August 12th 2021
In the absence of our chairman who is on holiday for two weeks, the Town Council didn’t want you to not hear about the great things still going on. So, for this week and next [...]
National Allotments Week in Shepton Mallet
August 9th to 15th is National Allotments Week! This year, the National Allotments Society is focussing on the theme of “Plotting for the Future”; celebrating the contribution that allotments make to a sustainable future. Shepton [...]
Outline Planning Application on land South of Old Wells Road
An outline planning application has been submitted for up to 125 homes on land south of Old Wells Road, Shepton Mallet. This outline planning application, number 2021/1719, is available to view on the Mendip District [...]
Chair’s Column – August 5th 2021
A smorgasbord of activity this week from the Council as, even though we approach the middle of summer, there is no let-up in our activity! First the fun stuff: On Saturday as part of our [...]
Bus Back Better in Somerset
Somerset County Council (SCC) are in the process of drafting a Bus Services Improvement Plan (BSIP), in collaboration with the County's bus and community transport operators. WSP are supporting SCC through the process, including the [...]
Vote for Chiara to win YMCA Young Worker of the Year!
Chiara runs four youth clubs, including Mendip young carers and is also working directly with young people at risk of county lines and child sexual exploitation. Chiara (middle) became a resident of Frome Foyer at [...]
Temporary Road Closure
Notice is hereby given that Somerset County Council in exercise of its powers under Section 16 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended, intends to make an Order, the effect of which will [...]
Chair’s Column – 29th July 2021
Last week saw an announcement from the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government that Somerset is to undergo a changing of local government to a ‘unitary’ model. Two proposals were being considered; [...]
Chair’s Column – 22nd July 2021
‘Freedom Day’ has come and gone but if your family is anything like mine, the continuing affects of the virus are almost more apparent now than ever before. All of our schools unfortunately succumbed to [...]
Chair’s Column – 15th July 2021
One thing I’ve learnt whilst being a Councillor is that it is nothing if not a role of communication and coordination. I’ve always been a believer that the best ideas don’t come from a small [...]
Chair’s Column – 8th July 2021
July is here, the sense of normality gradually returning after last Monday’s government Covid restriction relaxation announcement and the typical British weather continues to throw everything at us we would expect at this time of [...]
Temporary Traffic Restrictions: ttro448212 High Street & Great Ostry
Please follow the link to view the above temporary traffic restrictions; https://one.network/?tm=121950545 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/final-notice-ttro_7422c6da1c.pdf The order becomes effective on 15th July 2021 and will remain in force for eighteen [...]
Chair’s Column – 1st July 2021
Last Monday saw the re-opening of our much loved library in our town centre. Only a couple of years ago, this community asset was forced with a simple, binary choice; to either close or relocate [...]
Chair’s Column – 17th June 2021
Last week I wrote about how we are making improvements to the skate park. Before that we have been investing in new surfacing for Town Street and the Market Place. We also have numerous projects [...]
Summer In Shepton – Programme of events
Shepton Mallet Town Council launches unprecedented programme of free summertime events and activities in partnership with local organisations and businesses. This Summer is set to be a busy one for the residents of Shepton Mallet: [...]
Statement from the Chair, Cllr Matt Harrison following a councillor resignation
Following the resignation of a Town Councillor this week, I am acutely aware of the public interest in allegations of bullying within the Town Council and how they appear unresolved. I can say that the [...]
Resignation & Vacancy
We announce the resignation of Councillor Nick Tolson from the town council and thank him for his contributions. Consequently there is a vacancy on the town council. The attached poster explains the process. if you [...]
Chair’s Weekly Column – 10th June 2021
Five years ago, Shepton Mallet’s concrete skate park at the West Shepton playing fields was built and it has been a consistently busy and popular facility since it’s opening. Thanks to the resident-led charity Friends [...]
Temporary Road Closure: BT – Stone Lane, East Pennard
Temporary Road Closure: ttro442384ME - BT - Stone Lane, East Pennard Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://one.network/?tm=121690712 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/3-notice-2_121690712_3319613_dd4c7300d4.pdf The order becomes effective [...]
Temporary Road Closure: St Peters Road, Shepton Mallet
Temporary Road Closure: ttro437164ME - SH - St Peters Road, Shepton Mallet Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://one.network/?tm=121444752 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/3-notice-2_121444752_3318536_4c08e8daa1.pdf The order becomes effective [...]
Chairman’s Column – 27th May 2021
With the April showers (I know!) finally dispersing, and hospitality opening up again, now’s the time to get outside; our newly resurfaced market place is a good place to start – come and have a [...]
Chairman’s Column – 20th May 2021
This week many of our favourite pubs, cafes and restaurants were able to welcome customers back indoors. Some had been able to operate with outdoor seating but many had been eagerly awaiting May 17th to [...]
Chairman’s Column – 13th May 2021
Last week the residents of Shepton Mallet’s West Ward were able to elect five new councillors to the Town Council. Thank you to everyone who exercised their democratic right and congratulations to all five of [...]
Chairman’s Column – 6th May 2021
One of the Town Council’s four strategic areas of focus is ‘Protected Environment’; we take an active role to maintain and enhance the green and clean environment by being environmentally conscious and sustainable. So, what [...]
Chairman’s Column – 22nd April 2021
Normally at this time of year, the working group who organise the Collett Festival would be entering the final preparation phase to ensure the event is a great success. The Council took the decision in [...]
We’re hiring! Marketing, Communications and Community Engagement Officer Vacancy
Shepton Mallet Town Council is looking to recruit a full-time Marketing Communications and Community Engagement Officer. To find out more about this job or to apply please visit: https://sheptonmallet-tc.gov.uk/marketing-communications-and-community-engagement-officer/
Christmas Lighting Scheme: Call for Tenders
Shepton Mallet Town Council invites tenders for the provision of Christmas Lighting for 3 years - December 2021 to January 2024. Please see the documents below for details on how to apply. If clarification is [...]
Chairman’s column – 15th April 2021
I hope everyone had a pleasant and relaxing Easter. The spring weather finally seems to be arriving after the cold of Easter. The re-opening of local hospitality businesses and shops this week and the return [...]
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh
Shepton Mallet Town Council joins the nation in mourning the death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh. As a mark of respect, during the period of Royal mourning, the Union Flag will fly [...]
Persons nominated for 06 May 2021 by-election
There will be a by election on Thursday 6th May 2021. The following names have stood as a candidate for the West Ward of Shepton Mallet Town Council. Statement of Persons Nominated - Shepton [...]
Chairman’s Column – 1st April 2021
Being a town councillor is nothing if not being a communicator. Since our world was abruptly turned upside down a year ago, the Town Council has had to change the way we communicate, both internally [...]
Chairman’s Column – 25th March 2021
Over the past few weeks I’ve talked about how the town is tentatively planning to recover from a post-pandemic world; I’ve talked how businesses are adapting to a ‘new normal’ and what support mechanisms have [...]
Notice of Election
An election has been called to fill the 5 vacancies at Shepton Mallet Town Council. If anyone is interested in standing as a new councillor, information can be found at the attached link. Notice of [...]
Chairman’s Column – 18th March 2021
The ‘potential reorganisation of local government’ are words that don’t instil excitement in many people’s minds but such an activity will have a profound effect on all our lives; the everyday delivery of public sector [...]
Resignation and Vacancy
We announce the resignation of Councillor Tristan Faith from the town council and thank him for his enthusiasm and participation over the last year. He was an asset to the Town Council and we wish [...]
Chairman’s Column – 11th March 2021
As my two kids returned home from Whitstone school on Monday, shattered from being back at school for the first time in two and half months, it was another sign that life, just a little [...]
Christmas lighting scheme
Shepton Mallet Town Council will shortly be seeking formal tenders for their strung Christmas lighting scheme. Anyone who wishes to be considered should send their expression of interest by 21st April 2021 to info@sheptonmallet-tc.gov.uk We [...]
Chairman’s Column – 4th March 2021
The last year has been tough for many people in our town, not least for local businesses who’ve endured a rollercoaster of opening and closing with each new peak in the virus. Now, finally we [...]
Arts Questionnaire
The Town Council hosted a public meeting in February 2021 where we asked attendees the following questions: What kinds of art based projects do you think would benefit the community? What would arts-led regeneration look [...]
Chairman’s Column – 25th February 2021
Well, to say there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel may be a cliché but I think it’s justified in this instance. Earlier this week we were presented with a cautious [...]
Chairman’s Column – 18th February 2021
Whenever Shepton or a Shepton initiative is mentioned in the national press, it’s virtually always positive coverage. For instance, this month Shepton Mallet was featured in the lifestyle and interior magazine Country Homes & Interiors, [...]
Chairman’s Column – 11th February 2021
Watching the shenanigans of Handforth Parish Council last week on YouTube was at first glance potentially comical but ultimately rather sad. Of course, it was remarkable to watch grown adults descend into a ‘Lord of [...]
Chairman’s Column – 4th February 2021
Last year, the council decided to create a new committee – ‘People & Promotion’ – to reflect the priorities of our Town Plan ‘Investing in Shepton’s Future 2020-2024’. This committee is where the council will [...]
Chairman’s Column – 28th January 2021
One of the highlights of the Shepton calendar is nearly upon us; the annual Snowdrop Festival, celebrating the life of James Allen, the pre-eminent Snowdrop galanthophile. Sadly, due to the pandemic, the Shepton Mallet Snowdrop [...]
Hope in Nature – Snowdrop Festival Challenge
‘Hope in Nature’ - Snowdrop Festival challenge to the people of Shepton The first snowdrops are already peeping through but sadly, due to the coronovirus, the Shepton MalletSnowdrop Festival won’t go ahead as usual this [...]
Chairman’s Column – 21st January 2021
The news is full of the effects of the Covid pandemic, whether that be health, economic, the way people now work, travel or communicate. A hot topic since the new year has been how the [...]
Full of Beans LIVE – Are back!
Full of Beans LIVE - Are back! Stu and Dan from the SASP Early Years team will again be offering free, live physical activity sessions every Tuesday morning from 10 am. These sessions will be [...]
Shepton Mallet Library set for a new start in 2021
Longer opening hours, increased staff resource and a new ‘look’ are all part of exciting plans for Shepton Mallet library in Spring 2021. Plans have been agreed for Shepton Mallet library to receive a substantial [...]
Chairman’s Column – 14th January 2021
I regularly state that the Town Council is a small organisation made up of 16 volunteer elected Councillors and 5 paid members of staff, some of whom are part time. Supporting a growing town such [...]
Resignation and Vacancy
Resignation and vacancy We announce the resignation of Councillor Gemma Kayum from the town council and thank her for her enthusiasm and participation over the last few months. Gemma has several pressing commitments and is [...]
Chairman’s Column – 7th January 2021
Something rather momentous happened in our town in the strange lull between Christmas and New Year. Last Tuesday 29 December, the launch of the local Covid vaccination programme started and over 3 days, 1000 people [...]
2020 Archive Chairman’s Column
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January 2021 Lockdown Local Community Support Groups
With the latest lockdown announced tonight, here is a reminder of key support organisations that can help in our community: Local Council Support The Somerset Coronavirus Support Helpline number makes it easy for people to [...]