Welcome to the Stamford Town Council Website


 

Please browse our website to read more about our lovely town including information regarding Town Council events, activities and more!

Stamford Town Council was formerly a Borough Council prior to the local government re-organisation in 1974.  Although a Town Council, its responsibilities and powers are the same as any Parish Council together with certain Civic duties it is required to undertake within it's Parish boundary.  Responsibilities include the management of the cemetery, the Town’s allotments, the Recreation Ground and Town Meadows.  In addition, the councillors are appointed as Trustees of the Harry Skells Estate Trust and administer the funds available from the Trust.


South Kesteven District Council is responsible for Waste collection, Recycling, Planning and Environmental Health, licences (including Taxis), litter bins, markets, parking permits, public toilets, street cleaning and tree preservation.

Lincolnshire County Council responsibilities include: Adult Social care, Children's Services, Education, Highways, Street Lighting, Libraries, Trading Standards, Fire & Rescue, Registration and Celebratory Services.


 

Should you wish to hire the Town Hall for Civil Marriages and Civil Partnerships please contact the Town Hall on 01780 753808
For an application form and details of fees for Civil Ceremonies please click HERE  

 

 STAMFORD CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL 2023 BOOKING FORMS FOR TRADERS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!
 CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

News & Updates

 

To view the Cost-of-Living information produced by SKDC - click HERE 
 

 

Have you lost anything on the Meadows or Recreation Ground? Contact the Town Hall - Telephone 01780 753808 OR

Click here for a list of lost property

 

Council Vacancies
 Councillor Role - St John's Ward

Two vacancies on the Council caused by the resignation of Councillors Bob Sandall and Susan Sandall.  A by-election will be held if a request is made to the Returning Officer by ten electors within 14 days (excluding specified days). If ten valid requests are received, the by-election will be held within 60 days. If not, the Parish Council will fill the vacancies by co-option. For more information, please click the link below, or contact us on townhall@stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk

St. John's Ward Councillor Vacancies - September 2023

For information regarding Nuisance Parking, see 'Services' above and select 'Community Services'

 

Please see the 'News and Events' Page for the current status of individual events