More information about by elections: https://orlo.uk/S2wLl

Graphic illustrating three ways to vote on a light purple background. On the left is a ballot box with a paper being inserted, labelled “In person.” In the centre is an envelope with a ballot paper visible, labelled “By post.” On the right are overlapping speech‑bubble shapes labelled “By proxy.” The Electoral Commission logo appears in the bottom left corner, and a small badge reading “Your vote matters – don’t lose it” appears in the bottom right corner.

If you’re voting in the Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton by-election, make sure you don’t miss these important deadlines:
✉️ Apply for a postal vote: Tuesday 21 April
👤 Apply for a proxy vote: Tuesday 28 April
🪪 Apply for free voter ID: Tuesday 28 April

A teal graphic titled “May 2026 by‑elections – Key Dates.” Four calendar icons are displayed in a grid, each showing an important deadline. The dates shown are Monday 20 April, labelled “Deadline to register to vote”; Tuesday 21 April, labelled “Deadline to apply for postal vote”; Tuesday 28 April, labelled “Deadline to apply for proxy vote”; and Tuesday 28 April, labelled “Deadline to apply for free voter ID.” Decorative icons of envelopes, ballot papers, and an ID card appear around the calendars. The Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council logo is shown in the bottom left corner.

🚨Deadline to register to vote is midnight tonight: https://orlo.uk/OFAe4
🗳️ The by-election for Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton ward is taking place on Thursday 7 May.
Check out the key dates for the by-elections 👇

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🚧 Avenue Farm Play Area Update 🚧
The play area in Stratford-upon-Avon is currently closed for refurbishment until 24 April.
👀 Take a look at the exciting playground plans below.
📲 Follow our socials for updates and reopening news — we can’t wait to welcome everyone back!

Photograph of a formal council meeting taking place in a large wood‑panelled chamber. Multiple councillors are seated at desks arranged in rows, with microphones, papers, and nameplates visible. One person is standing and speaking, while others listen. A screen mounted on the wall shows a live video feed of the meeting. Plaques with engraved names line the walls, and a Union flag is visible at the side of the room.

Stratford-on-Avon District Council's Cabinet meeting was today Monday 13 April.
Read the decisions made during the meeting here: https://orlo.uk/7ds2i
You can watch the full meeting on our YouTube channel here: https://orlo.uk/0dsQq

A poster promoting an e‑waste recycling event with the headline “Spring Clean? We’ve Got You!” and “E‑waste collection at the Climate Hub.” The poster states the event is back by popular demand and runs from 13 April to 30 April. Text explains that Net Zero Stratford and Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council are working with Biffa Waste Services to collect extra electrical and electronic waste (WEEE) at the Climate Hub, 30 Meer Street, CV37 6QB, open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. A list of recyclable items includes phones, tablets, laptops, calculators, radios, small game consoles, small kitchen appliances, small electrical toys, smoke detectors and thermostats. Decorative icons of electronic devices, including a phone, charger, clock and laptop, appear around the text, with Net Zero Stratford, Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council and Biffa logos at the bottom.

Back by popular demand, SDC has teamed up with Net Zero Stratford to collect electrical and electronic waste equipment!
Drop off your old tech at the Climate Hub on Meer Street, Stratford-upon-Avon - see more information below👇

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📰💭 Susan Juned’s, Leader of Stratford-on-Avon District Council, latest District Matters column is now available to read online
👉 https://orlo.uk/lo67M
#DistrictMatters #StratfordDistrict

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/lxelq

A teal graphic titled “May 2026 by‑elections – Key Dates.” Four calendar icons are displayed in a grid, each showing an important deadline. The dates shown are Monday 20 April, labelled “Deadline to register to vote”; Tuesday 21 April, labelled “Deadline to apply for postal vote”; Tuesday 28 April, labelled “Deadline to apply for proxy vote”; and Tuesday 28 April, labelled “Deadline to apply for free voter ID.” Decorative icons of envelopes, ballot papers, and an ID card appear around the calendars. The Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council logo is shown in the bottom left corner.

🗳️By-election will be taking place in Stratford-on-Avon District for Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton ward. Check out the key dates for the by-election 👇
Find out more information using the link in the comments section below

A black‑and‑white official notice titled “Notice of Poll” from Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council. It announces the election of a District Councillor for Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton, to be held on Thursday 7 May 2026 between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. Below the heading is a table listing five candidates, their addresses, party descriptions, and the names of their proposers and seconders.

📣Candidates announced for the by-election in Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton ward: https://orlo.uk/U6Ezp
🗳️The By-election will take place on Thursday 7 May 2026. Please make sure you are registered to vote by Monday 20 April 2026

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We want your views 🌍
SDC has launched a public consultation on the Climate Change Panel. Have your say and help shape future climate action in the District.
The consultation is running until the 20th April: https://orlo.uk/uZFwC

An aerial view of a neighbourhood playground with multiple play areas, including climbing frames, slides, a rope climbing structure, balance equipment, and a small zip line. The surfaces vary between rubber safety flooring, sand, and paved paths. Trees cast shadows across the site, with benches, picnic tables, and surrounding green space visible, as well as nearby residential buildings and a car park in the background.

The Recreation Ground play area in Stratford-upon-Avon opened on Friday 27 March, after extensive refurbishment works, just in time for families to enjoy over the Easter Holidays!
Read more about the new features of the play area here: https://orlo.uk/q4mlu

A teal graphic featuring the Stratford-on-Avon District Council logo in the top left corner and a hanging sign in the centre. The sign reads: “Stratford-on-Avon District Council offices will be CLOSED on Good Friday 3 April 2026 and Bank Holiday Monday 6 April 2026.” The word “CLOSED” appears in bold black text.

Stratford-on-Avon District Council offices will be closed on Good Friday 3 April and Bank Holiday Monday 6 April.
You can still access services online on our website: https://orlo.uk/Tlznu or via our app: https://orlo.uk/yp8R6

🚨 There are no changes to general waste, recycling or food collections during the Easter Bank Holiday.
Please make sure your bins are presented at the boundary of your property the day before your scheduled collection ♻️

Read more: https://orlo.uk/WvTOX

Stratford-on-Avon District Council has recorded the highest household waste recycling rate in England for 2024/25.
No, it's not an April Fool's joke!
Thank you to all our residents who are committed to recycling right every day. And to our waste partners, Biffa!
More in the link below

England’s top council recycling rate revealed for 2024/25 - letsrecycle.com Stratford-on-Avon District Council has recorded the highest household waste recycling rate in England for 2024/25.

England’s top council recycling rate revealed for 2024/25

Hi there, it's the 2 April, not 22. Thank you

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/oER5P

A pile of mixed clothing items, including T‑shirts, socks, and underwear in various colours such as grey, white, orange, and patterned blue, lying on a light grey textured carpet.

The kerbside textiles recycling service will be suspended from 1 April 2026 as The Salvation Army removes its clothing banks.
Please use local alternatives in the meantime:
♻️ Charity shops
♻️ Local donation points
♻️Repair Cafes
Click the link below to find out more👇

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/WMY3h

Illustration of a purple ballot box with a white ballot paper being inserted. The background is light pink. Logos for The Electoral Commission and the message 'Your vote matters, don’t lose it' appear in the corners.

The Notice of election for the Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton ward has been posted on our website🗳️
The by-election will take place on Thursday 7 May
Poll cards with details of the by election and the polling station venues will be sent out from Thursday 2 April

A graphic announcing a Severe Weather Emergency. On the left, a large white cloud icon contains a lightning bolt and raindrops, set against a grey background. Beneath it is the Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council logo on a teal square. On the right, text reads: ‘Severe Weather Emergency Protocol Activated. The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol #SWEP has now been triggered across #Stratford District as adverse weather conditions are forecast today. The District Council is offering emergency accommodation to anyone who may be sleeping rough. If you are concerned about someone sleeping rough call 01789 267575, go to www.thestreetlink.org.uk or Instagram @streetlink_uk

⚠️ The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol has been activated across #Stratford District.

🚨 If you are concerned about someone sleeping rough please call 01789 267575 or contact Street Link

Read more: https://orlo.uk/KjwRC

A gently curving village road lined with parked cars beside a row of old stone houses with sloped roofs. The houses sit on a hillside surrounded by green fields, hedges, and rolling countryside under an overcast sky.

📢 From April 2027, Stratford‑on‑Avon District Council will introduce a 100% council tax premium on second homes to help boost local housing availability.
Advice clinics coming this summer. 🔗 Full consultation report available, use link below to read more

Hi Kirk, Warwickshire County Council have confirmed that the works to establish the site through scaffolding and compound setup started this past Monday (23/3). This is a two week exercise, though, so work to the bridge is still a few weeks off.

Hi Kirk, the article is Warwickshire County Council's - not ours. And the work began on Monday 16 March, hence why the post says 'work has begun'. Hope this clarifies things. Many thanks.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/FFGjW

A close-up view of a construction warning sign showing a black silhouette of a person using a shovel to dig, set against a white background with a red triangular border. The photo is taken from a low angle with a bright blue sky in the background.

Warwickshire County Council has begun essential restoration and maintenance work on the historic Bidford-on-Avon bridge. The work is expected to last for 6 months.
Find out more using the link below 👇

A spacious outdoor playground featuring various colourful play structures, including climbing frames, slides, and a large tree-themed play tower. The ground is a mix of rubber safety surfacing, sand, and grass. There are benches and picnic-style seating areas scattered around. Leafless and evergreen trees surround the playground, and small green buildings or playhouses are visible in the background under an overcast sky.

📣 We're excited to announce that the Recreation Ground Play Area in Stratford-upon-Avon will officially open on Friday 27th March 🎉
The paddling pool will be open on Friday 1st May as normal for summer.
Thank you for your patience