by Town Council Reception | Jul 20, 2026 | Press Release
Residents and visitors alike are invited to celebrate Kingsbridge Fair Week’s traditional glove hanging ceremony which will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday 22nd July by the Town Hall in Fore Street, now Kingsbridge Cinema.
True to tradition, the glove will be affixed to its rightful place on the Shambles and Julia Wingate, Mayor of Kingsbridge, will read the ancient charter, officially opening Kingsbridge Fair Week.
Afterwards, there will be a Floral Dance down Fore Street onto the Town Square led by the Silver Band. Everyone is most welcome to take part!
Please note, those wishing to join in with dancing please assemble BEHIND the Silver Band, the Fair Queen and Princesses, the Mayor & Town Councillors, and dance troupe.
This year, the procession will turn right into Mill Street at the bottom of Fore Street and then proceed via Prince of Wales Road and Ilbert Road to the roundabout, onto the Town Square.
Judging will be held on the Town Square by the bandstand immediately after the Floral Dance once all the dancers have arrived.
Prizes will be awarded for:
BEST DECORATED HOOPS
Either a matching pair of hoops or two individual hoops
2 prices in each age group: up to 6 years / 7 years and over
BEST DRESSED COUPLE
1 price of 2 Vouchers for each age group: up to 6 years / 7 years and over
Two prices to be decided by our secret judges, who will be among the onlookers, watching for those children that in their view danced exceptionally well down Fore Street.
Please stay around with your children, family and friends and join in Ceilidh on the Town Square from 8-9 p.m. The band has a caller to take everyone through the steps – no experience needed!
This event is organised and sponsored by Kingsbridge Town Council.
by Town Council Reception | May 18, 2026 | Press Release
Notice of Vacancy in the Office of Councillor for
Kingsbridge North Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council
Notice under Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 is hereby given that a vacancy exists in the office of Town Councillor for the Kingsbridge North Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council.
For a by-election to be held to fill the vacancy, a request by TEN registered local government electors in Kingsbridge North Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council must be made, on or before 8th June 2026 to:
The Proper Officer, Electoral Services,
South Hams District Council,
Follaton House,
Plymouth Road,
Totnes,
TQ9 5NE.
If an election is not requested, the Town Council will co-opt a person to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable.
Mrs Katharine Harrod
Town Clerk
Dated: 18th May 2026
Printed and published by: Mrs K Harrod, Kingsbridge Town Clerk, Quay House, Ilbert Rd, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1DZ
by Town Council Reception | Apr 15, 2026 | Press Release
Notice under Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 is hereby given that a vacancy exists in the office of Town Councillor for the Kingsbridge East Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council.
For a by-election to be held to fill the vacancy, a request by TEN registered local government electors in Kingsbridge East Ward of Kingsbridge Town Council must be made, on or before 6th May 2026 to:
The Proper Officer, Electoral Services,
South Hams District Council,
Follaton House,
Plymouth Road,
Totnes,
TQ9 5NE.
If an election is not requested, the Town Council will co-opt a person to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable.
Mrs Katharine Harrod
Town Clerk
Dated: 15th April 2026
Printed and published by: Mrs K Harrod, Kingsbridge Town Clerk, Quay House, Ilbert Rd, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1DZ
by Town Council Reception | Mar 5, 2026 | Press Release
Kingsbridge Town Council awards small cash grants to local clubs, groups and organisations which are actively involved in recreational, social, or cultural pursuits within the community.
Bids are now invited for the awards in Financial Year 2026-27.
Application forms, alongside the necessary conditions for an award, can be downloaded from below, or requested by emailing reception@kingsbridge.gov.uk, or by phoning 01548.853296. Printed forms can be obtained from the Council Offices at Quay House.
Please be aware that there is only one round of awards each Financial Year and so it is essential to get the completed forms, with supporting documents, into the Council Offices by 12 noon on Friday 17th April 2026.
Successful grants will be distributed mid-May.
Application form & conditions 2026-27
KTC Grant Application & Conditions 2026-27_Fillable
by Town Council Reception | Feb 11, 2026 | Press Release
Help us honour a Community Champion!
Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond doing wonderful things for the Kingsbridge community?
A local hero, a diligent volunteer, or simply someone whose efforts and enthusiasm makes our town a better place to live.
Now’s your chance to celebrate them!
You are invited to nominate an individual and/or community group that you feel should be recognised.
This can be any activity, big or small, from all kinds of people: a friend, work colleague, neighbour, or volunteer.
All you need to do is to complete a nomination form which can be downloaded below.
If you prefer, you can pick a hard-copy form up from the Council Offices at Quay House, the Library, or Kingsbridge Information Centre. An editable Microsoft Word nomination form can also be requested by telephoning reception: 01548.853296, or via email: reception@kingsbridge.gov.uk
It only takes a moment to nominate someone, so let’s shine a light on those who make a real difference!
NOMINATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY 31st MARCH 2026
Community Champion 2026 Nomination Form_Fillable
Community Champion 2026 Nomination Form
by Town Council Reception | Jan 19, 2026 | Press Release
South Hams District Council has given notice that a revised version of the Full Register of Electors for the District of South Hams has been published and is available.
Please click on PDF below for full details.
Notice_of_Publication_of_Register
