Great Torrington Town Council

03/11/2026

🥁Rolling Road Closure Notice - Remembrance Sunday Parade🥁

Date: 📆Sunday 8th November
Time: 🕚between 10.40am and 11.00am
Where:📍A386 New Street, between Woodland Vale Care Home and the Cemetery
Why:🥀Remembrance Sunday Parade

03/11/2026

📸 Photography & Video Notice: Remembrance Sunday 🕊️

Great Torrington Town Council will be taking photos and videos at the Remembrance Sunday Service & Parade to share on our social media and website.

📅 Date: Sunday 8th November 2026 at 10:50 AM
📍 Location: War Memorial, Great Torrington Cemetery

If you do not wish to appear in any event photography or videography, please let us know in advance:
📞 Phone: 01805 626135
✉️ Email: [email protected]

27/10/2026

The council is pleased to say that the installation of the Skyrail in Trafalgar Drive play park is complete 🎉

This equipment is different to anything provided in other play parks in Torrington 😃 and was the type of thing most requested when the council consulted children and families at Bluecoat Primary School 👨‍👧

The council allocated considerable funds to purchase and install the equipment along with a small sum from Section 106 funds 💷

Mayor Dave Parish and Cllr Phil Cloke along with Cllr Doug Smith of GTTC and TDC visited the site this morning and the Mayor couldn't resist having a go himself 😁

27/10/2026

🚧Road Closure Notice - Frithelstockstone 🚧

When: 📆Monday 2nd - Friday 6th November 2026
Where: 📍Road from Sycamore House to Hembury Bridge, Frithelstockstone
Why: 👷Ducting work

Any queries should be directed to Circet UK on 08000 859194

27/10/2026

22/10/2026

Please see advice from DCC below ⬇️

⚠️ Weather warning: Storm Austen

Storm Austen is expected to bring severe weather over the next few days, so please take a few simple steps to stay safe and prepared:

🏡 secure loose items outside
📱 charge phones and other essential devices
🚗 check conditions before you travel, plan your route and look out for road closures or delays
🔦 keep a torch and essential supplies handy
🌊 if you live or work on the coast, take extra care during windy and stormy weather
👥 check in on anyone who is vulnerable or may need extra support

Please take care, plan ahead, and keep checking the latest advice and updates throughout the storm.

Met Office Devon Alert GWR

22/10/2026

❄️Getting Ready for Winter ❄️

There are many useful online resources offering advice about getting ready for the colder months ahead. However, we understand that not everyone can access online resources confidently, so if you need help accessing further information do get in touch (01805 626135) and we can provide printed copies of information where needed. It is also possible to obtain information and IT support from your local library. If you have specific concerns relating to your health during the cold weather speak with your GP and other healthcare providers.

Examples of useful online resources:
• Winter advice for the elderly – Age UK: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/
• Winter vaccinations – NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/
• Things to do now to prepare for winter – Met Office: https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/
• Financial advice – for those experiencing financial difficulty in later life – Independent Age: https://www.independentage.org/

One of the most common issues people contact Great Torrington Town Council about during winter, particularly if we experience snow and ice, is the location of salt bins. So please do get in touch if you need information about your nearest salt bin. Guidance on how the salt should be used can be found online – grit/salt should be used sparingly and is provided primarily for use on the roads.

The Bickford Centre in South Street is a great place to pop in for a cup of tea and some company, plus you can access useful information.

Look out for other local services offering a warm space throughout the winter.

22/10/2026

Please see advice below from TDC

With high winds currently predicted over the next couple of days week we're asking residents to please try and stack their recycling boxes. This really helps to prevent things, like waste plastics, from escaping.

Thank you! 😊