News

There is still space available at the Mechanics Institute Christmas Market, stalls cost £5. If you would like a stall at the Mechanics Institute Christmas Market please contact the office on 01663 733068 or mechanicsbookings@whaleybridge.com. Read More »

Whaley Bridge Community Bonfire and Fireworks will take place on the 4th of November 2023. Gates open at 5:30pm with the bonfire being lit at 6:30pm and the fireworks display starting at 7:30pm.

Early Bird Tickets;

£3 Child.

£5 Adult.

£15 Family.

Gate Tickets;

£5 Child.

£8 Adult.

£20 Family.

Early Bird Tickets are available from;

Babka.

The Bridge Bakehouse.

Horwich End Post... Read More »

Whaley Bridge Town Council invites requests from local organisations for grants and donations.

Please apply in writing giving details of your project together with supporting financial information and copies of your latest accounts unless this has been provided in a previous application. Our grants and donations policy is attached to this news article.

Requests must be received by 2nd November 2023 by... Read More »

The Town Council's external audit for the Financial year ending March 2023 has concluded. The accounts can be inspected weekdays between 10:00am and 12:00pm.

The Notice and AGAR are attached to this news story, they can also be found in the Finance section of the website. Read More »

Whaley Bridge Town Council Vacancies

Whaley Bridge Town Council currently has two vacancies. The Town Council is looking to fill these vacancies and invite interested members of the public to fill in an application form to apply for co-option onto the Council.

If you are interested in becoming a Town Councillor the role will require you to attend the monthly meeting of the Town Council (apart from August).... Read More »

Administrator required

Hours: Core hours 15 hours per week – 10.00am to 12 Noon, Monday to Friday plus occasional evenings.
With flexibility to modify these to meet needs of the job and job holder. A competitive salary will be offered.

Whaley Bridge Town Council is looking to appoint an Administrator to initially manage the bookings, calendars, invoicing, payments and banking for The Mechanics Institute... Read More »

From Monday 3 July for up to two weeks
DCC are laying a new, hardwearing surface on the Shallcross Incline Greenway after it was damaged by heavy rainfall.
The repairs will provide a more durable surface with improved drainage to help walkers, cyclists, horse riders and mobility aid users enjoy the route in all weathers.
As the new surface can be easily damaged until it has dried and set, the route will... Read More »

The Public rights and publication of the unaudited Annual Governance & Accountability Return Accounts for the Year ended 31 March 2023 has been placed on the website under the Finance section.

The AGAR and Notice have also been included with this announcement. Read More »

Need a way to raise funds for your organisation? Look no further, we have some availability for coffee mornings in July and August as well as later in the year.

They are held 10am-12pm every Saturday.

Call Allison to book on 01663 733068 or email Mechanicsbookings@whaleybridge.com

(Price £18) Read More »

Whaley Bridge Town Council have submitted a proposed Neighbourhood Development Plan to High Peak Borough Council. There will now be a 6 week consultation period. Comments on the Neighbourhood Plan can be received at LDF@highpeak.gov.uk

The plan and associated documents is available to view online at

Whaley Bridge and Furness Vale Neighbourhood area - High Peak Borough Council

A paper copy is also available... Read More »