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Big Plastic Count 2026
08-03-2026 16:47 The Big Plastic Count is back for 2026! Mark 9-15 March in your calendars and get ready to count your plastic!  For one week in March, you can help reveal just how much plastic we use. By counting ev...
Bring your pet along to Torridge District Council's 'Check a Chip' events for a free microchip check!
08-03-2026 16:23 Torridge District Council is inviting cat and dog owners to attend two free microchip‑checking events on Wednesday 18th March. At these sessions, staff will scan each pet's microchip and confirm which...
Discover Northam Burrows with a season ticket - available to buy online or by phone from Monday 9 March!
08-03-2026 16:17 Toll charges on Northam Burrows are set to resume on Friday 3 April 2026, and season tickets will be available to purchase from Monday 9 March. Tickets cost £70 (plus an additional £3 postage charge i...
New Signs Installed at Northam Burrows to Remind Dog Walkers of the Risks of Sheep Worrying and Wildlife Disturbances
01-03-2026 13:58 Torridge District Council is reminding dog walkers to take extra care after several recent incidents where uncontrolled dogs have disturbed wildlife and worried sheep on Northam Burrows. To help raise...
Goal Posts in the Playing Field
05-05-2025 15:05 All residents are reminded that the goal posts are to returned to the edge/corner of the playing field after use.   It is important that the post are relocated as the field is used for the Air Ambul...
Dogs Prohibited on the Playing Field
28-03-2024 22:50 Please note that, with the sole exception of the annual dog show in the summer, dogs are not allowed on the playing field. This is to ensure the comfort and safety of all our residents and visitors. T...