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Shildon Town Council

Shildon Town Council

** IMPORTANT **Citizens Advice Update

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Citizens Advice Logo ** IMPORTANT **

Citizens Advice Update

Unfortunately, there will be no face-to-face advisor to cover the CAB session on Wednesday, 31st May at Shildon Town Council Offices.

You can contact them on the following details should you need advice.

  • General Adviceline: 0808 2787821 (Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm)
  • Citizens Advice National Debt Helpline 0800 240 4420 (Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm)
  • Help to Claim Adviceline (UC New Claims) 0800 144 8444 (Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm)

The service apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Hackworth Park Tennis Courts Opening & Closing Times 2023

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Summer

(From the first Monday in April) 

Open Close
April 8.30 am 7.30 pm
May – Aug 8.30 am 8.30 pm
September 8.30 am 7.00 pm
Sunday’s & Bank Holidays Closed

Winter

(From the last Friday in September)

Oct – March         Closed

Please be advised Shildon Town Council have the right to close the Tennis Courts at any time.

Should you have any queries you can contact us on 01388 772563 or via email at council@shildon.gov.uk

SHILDON YOUTH INITIATIVE NEED YOUR VOTE INSTORE AT TESCO BISHOP AUCKLAND

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Tesco Community Grants fund thousands of local community projects across the UK, helping to fight holiday hunger, tackle mental health, host community events, and support young people.

SCYPAN – Shildon Children & Young People’s Action Network, has applied for funding to help continue the Shildon Youth Initiative sessions for another 12 months.

Please vote for ‘Shildon Youth Initiative’ at Tesco’s Bishop Auckland from 1st April 2023, simply make a purchase in store of any value, and receive a token, insert the token into the ‘Shildon Youth Initiative’ box, to support this local organisation.
We need and appreciate your support!

Poster for Shildon Youth Initiative Group TESCO VOTING INFO 23

New Veterans Hub – Shildon Civic Hall Wednesday -19th April 11.00 am – 2.00 pm

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Shildon Town Council is forming a new Veterans Hub, where veterans of all ages and, indeed, serving personnel can get together to re-ignite the banter and military humour amongst all the Armed Forces Services. The Hub will be supported by Shildon Alive.
Please feel free to drop in and join us on Wednesday 19th April at the Shildon Civic Hall from 11am – 2pm for refreshments and enjoy a chat in a warm comfortable lounge.
Each session will take place on the third Wednesday of each month.
May be an image of 1 person, the Tower of London and text that says "VETERANS HUB HUB SHILDON CIVIC HALL THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 11AM 2PM AN INVITATION TO SERVING FORCES PERSONNEL AND VETERANS LIVING IN SHILDON & SURROUNDING AREAS. JOIN US FOR THE FIRST VETERANS HUB ON WEDNESDAY 19TH APRIL 2023 REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 01388 772563"

Baby Bank-Shildon Town Council

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A picture of a selection of knitted baby clothing
Some of the very kind donations received from a talented resident for Shildon’s Baby Bank 🧶🧶
We are in need of new packs of nappies (up to 12 months), wipes, bottles (unused and in the original packaging), baby socks and clothing 🫶👶🍼
Anyone wishing to use the service, you can call us on 01388 772563 or call into the council offices Mon – Fri between 9 am – 4 pm #shildonsbabybank #community

Fun4All Saturday 5th August 2023, Hackworth Park, Shildon 11.00 am – 15.00 pm.

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Promo Banner forFun4All Family Fun-day Sat 5th August 23 11.00 am - 15.00 pm Hackworth Park

Yes, Shildon,  its that time again, if you’re a local trader; charity group, shop owner,  local services provider, or own a vintage car, and you would like to get involved with this year’s Fun4All event, now’s the time to do it.

This year’s Fun4All event will take place on Saturday, 5th August, Hackworth Park, Shildon from 11.00 am – 15.00pm and we look forward to hosting you, for what will be another wonderful event.

You can call Shildon Town Council on 01388 772563, or you can email:  council@shildon.gov.uk

Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP Board Vacancies

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Bishop Auckland and Shildon Area Action Partnership Partnership Logo

We currently have vacancies on the BASH AAP Board and we are actively recruiting for public representatives.

This is an exciting opportunity for those with a keen interest in their local community to join a dynamic and proactive Board who have successfully delivered a number of projects throughout the Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP area since the formation of the Partnership in June 2009.

The role itself is not onerous, in terms of time commitments, there is a requirement to attend a Board Meeting, and we would encourage members to become involved in our  Task & Finish groups. The role is about sharing your valuable local knowledge and being passionate about your community – helping to make a difference in our area.

If you would like more information about the role of a public representative, or would like to receive the full application pack, please contact a member of the Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP team on 03000 268075 / 268863 / 268664 or bishopshildonaap@durham.gov.uk. who will be happy to help you.

Once we receive your completed application, a member of the AAP Team will be in touch to outline the next steps.

This is your opportunity to become directly involved in what’s going on in your local area and we look forward to hearing from you.

Recruitment, shortlisting and interviews for the position will take place in April.

The closing date for applications is 5pm, Friday 31 March 2023.

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Council Offices
Civic Hall Square
Shildon
County Durham
DL4 1AH

T:01388 772563
E: council@shildon.gov.uk

 

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