Become the Voice of Shaftesbury Could you be the voice that carries our town’s message forward? Applications are now open for the honorary role of Town Crier, a unique and historic position that brings tradition,…
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Local talent shines at regional photo awards The Shaftesbury community had reason to celebrate at the recent North Dorset Tourism Photography Awards, as local teenager Olly Phillips was announced as the Shaftesbury winner with his…
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Shaftesbury Town Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Smith as the new Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer, following a comprehensive recruitment process. Sarah will take up her post on Monday 7th…
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Shaftesbury Town Council bids a fond farewell to its Town Clerk, Brie Logan, as she steps down after 7.5 years of dedicated service. In her first official statement, the newly appointed Mayor, Councillor Virginia Edwyn-Jones…
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The Annual Town Meeting brought together residents, councillors, and community partners to reflect on a transformative year for Shaftesbury. It was a moment to look back at the achievements of the past twelve months, celebrate…
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Join Us for a Community Celebration This year marks a significant milestone in our shared history: the 80th anniversary of VE Day, Victory in Europe, bringing an end to World War II on the continent.…
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Shaftesbury Town Council is seeking to appoint a Project Management contractor to lead the delivery of the Mampitts Community Hub, an ambitious and community-driven development set to open in Spring/Summer 2026. This is a fixed-term…
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Shaftesbury Town Council has formally launched the recruitment process for a new Town Clerk, following the resolution made at the Full Council meeting in March 2025 to appoint a specialist recruitment company to oversee the…
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An evening of connection, conversation, and community This year’s Town Meeting and Community Expo is taking place on Tuesday 29th April at the Town Hall. If you haven’t been to a Town Meeting…
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Successful Crowdfunding Campaign Secures Shaftesbury Lido’s Future The Shaftesbury Lido Crowdfunding campaign has successfully met, and exceeded, its funding target, ensuring that essential renovations can now take place. Thanks to the contributions of the…
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March’s meeting of the full council will be a little different. Councillors will host special guest, Cllr Nick Ireland, Leader of Dorset Council. Residents are invited to attend and take part in the…
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Shaftesbury Town Clerk, Brie Logan, has announced her resignation after seven successful years at the Town Council and will leave on Friday May 23rd 2025. Brie initially joined in 2017 as the Council’s Business Manager…
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Celebrate shaftesbury through your lens Shaftesbury residents and visitors are invited to take part in the Shaftesbury Photography Competition, a creative initiative that celebrates the beauty, culture, and community of our town. This local competition…
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Following extensive deliberations and public engagement, Shaftesbury Town Council has resolved to increase the town’s portion of the Council Tax to ensure the continued provision of vital services and investment in community assets. Shaftesbury’s share…
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Shaftesbury Town Council is delighted to announce that our town will play host to the much-celebrated ‘Journey to Net Zero’ photography exhibition, brought to us by Dorset Council’s Low Carbon Dorset programme. This powerful exhibition…
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The latest edition of Shaftesbury News is now available online and will be delivered to residents over the coming weeks. Packed with updates and information, this issue highlights the key projects and events shaping the…
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SLICE 2025: Shaftesbury Lido Ice Championship Extravaganza The countdown has begun for a landmark event in Shaftesbury. On Saturday, 16th February 2025, Shaftesbury Lido will host its first-ever cold water swim championships: the Shaftesbury Lido…
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Trivia triumph at the town hall The Mayor’s Charity Quiz Night, held on Friday 29th November at the historic Shaftesbury Town Hall, brought the community together for a night of fun, laughter, and friendly competition.…
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