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Hetton Town Council work at the grass roots level of local government providing a voice for the community.

The Town Council comprises 21 local councillors - all unpaid.

06/11/2026

Hetton Town Council has received several reports from Gentoo residents about issues with repairs and maintenance, including work carried out by subcontractors.

We would like to understand the extent of these problems so we can raise residents' concerns with Gentoo and seek improvements.

If you are a Gentoo tenant who has experienced issues with repairs or maintenance, please complete our short questionnaire below.

👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/zQvKyS1n0J

Please note this is an information-gathering exercise, not a formal complaints procedure. Comments on this post will not be included in our findings, so please use the questionnaire to share your experiences.

06/11/2026

🎄 Donations Wanted for Norah's North Pole! 🎁

Hetton Methodist Church. Union Street. is collecting donations for Norah's North Pole to help spread a little Christmas cheer to those in need.

If you would like to contribute, please drop off your donations at the church or contact Hetton Methodist Church for further information.

❤️ Every donation is greatly appreciated!

03/11/2026

🏇 TOWN MAYOR’S CHARITY RACE NIGHT 🏇

Join us for a fantastic evening of racing, fundraising and fun, raising money for the Town Mayor’s chosen charities:

The Bradley Lowery Foundation & Easington Lane Community Access Point (ELCAP)

📅 Friday 20th November
⏰ 7pm
📍 Hetton Centre, DH5 9NE

🎟️ Tickets – £5 per person or purchase a Table of 10 for £50

There are lots of ways to get involved and support the evening:

🐎 Buy a horse – £2
If your horse wins its race, you’ll win a bottle of w**e!

🏁 Sponsor a race – £10
A great opportunity for local businesses to support two fantastic causes while also advertising their business.

🎁 Raffle donations welcome!
We would be very grateful for donations of prizes from local businesses, organisations or individuals to help make our raffle a success.

Whether you come along for the night, buy a horse, sponsor a race or donate a raffle prize, every bit of support will help us raise as much as possible for two fantastic causes.

Contact us:
📧 [email protected]
📞 0191 561 6600

Please share and help us spread the word! 🏇

03/11/2026

🎄 Christmas Fayre 2026 🎄

Hetton Town Council’s annual Christmas Fayre returns on Friday 27th November, 4–7pm at The Hetton Centre!

There’ll be a visit from Santa, performances from local schools, dance and gymnastics groups, free face painting and a treasure hunt for the kids, plus a fantastic selection of local stalls selling gifts, treats, crafts and much more.

The Centre Spot Café and Bob Paisley Bar will also be open, and Town Mayor Cllr Pauline Hall will be raising funds for The Bradley Lowery Foundation and ELCAP.

🎄 Free entry – come along and enjoy a fantastic festive evening!

03/11/2026

Join us as we come together to remember and honour those who fought and sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Remembrance Sunday – 8th November
- St Michael and All Angels Church, Easington Lane
- Remembrance Service 9.30am

Armistice Day – Wednesday 11th November
- Hetton Mini Park, DH5 9PE
- Annual Armistice Day Service 10.45am

We warmly invite residents to join us as we pay our respects to those who served, those who made the ultimate sacrifice and those who continue to serve today.

We will remember them.

29/10/2026

📢 PUBLIC CONSULTATION – DURHAM TECHNOLOGY PARK

Proposals have been put forward for a large data centre development on land between South Hetton, Murton and Easington Lane.

The plans are at an early stage, and residents are invited to attend public consultation sessions to learn more and share their views.

📍 Robin Todd Community Centre, South Hetton

📅 Friday 6th November | 3.30pm – 7pm
📅 Monday 9th November | 3pm – 7pm

🌐 www.durhamtechparkinfo.co.uk

Residents are encouraged to attend and have their say on the proposed development.

28/10/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN PARTY – FULLY BOOKED! 👻🎃

Thank you to everyone who has booked a place at our Halloween Party!

We’re sorry that some people have been left disappointed, unfortunately we are limited on numbers.

We do have a reserve list, so if you have booked but are no longer able to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your place to someone else.

🎃 We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday for some spooky fun! 👻

🚗 IMPORTANT PARKING INFORMATION 🚗

Please be aware that Sunderland AFC Women are also playing at the Hetton Centre on Sunday, so parking at the Hetton Centre will not be available.

Please allow extra time for your journey and plan alternative parking arrangements 🎃

28/10/2026

🚧 Traffic Notice – A690 Durham Road

Lane closures will be in place near Dairy Lane Interchange for bridge maintenance works.

📅 3rd–6th November 2026
⏰ 9am–3.30pm daily

Please allow extra time for your journey.

Address

The Hetton Centre, Welfare Road, Hetton-le-Hole
Hetton Le Hole
DH59NE

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+441915616600

Website

http://www.hettontowncouncil.gov.uk/

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