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Seaton Valley Community Council serves the 5 villages of Seaton Delaval, New Hartley, Seaton Sluice, Seghill and Holywell in South East Northumberland.

02/11/2026

Lighting Up Seaton Valley 2026

The countdown to Christmas is almost here, and we’re getting ready to light up our villages!

Gather with neighbours, friends, and family as we switch on the Christmas lights across Seaton Valley. Everything gets under way from 4.15pm, so wrap up warm and join us at your local switch-on:

🌟 Seghill – Friday 20 November

🌟 Seaton Sluice – Saturday 21 November

🌟 Seaton Delaval – Sunday 22 November

🌟 Holywell – Friday 27 November

🌟 New Hartley – Saturday 28 November

Be sure to arrive in good time so you don't miss the big countdown. Come along, bring the family, and let’s welcome the festive season together!

22/10/2026

Seaton Sluice Welfare Playpark – Tender Update!

Things are moving forward behind the scenes on the plans for our new playpark at Seaton Sluice!

Following the close of the supplier questions window earlier today, we have now published a full Supplier Clarifications Summary (Ref: SVC-PP-003-2026). This brings together all six questions and council responses to help interested providers put together their best possible proposals.

If you are a contractor preparing a submission, please make sure you check these details before submitting your final bid.

You can view the full clarification summary alongside the original tender pack on the Find a Tender service:

👉 https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/099460-2026

📅 Reminder for bidders: The submission deadline remains strictly 12 noon on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.

We’re really looking forward to reviewing the designs and will continue to keep everyone updated as we move to the next stage!

15/10/2026

Great Progress on Seghill Crescent Playpark!

We have an exciting update to share on the future of Seghill Crescent Playpark. The contract for the repair works has now been officially awarded, and that’s not all, we have also approved some fantastic additional features to make the play area even better!

A huge thank you goes to Cllr Eve Chicken for her generous £10,000 contribution towards the project, which has provided a wonderful boost to make these improvements possible.

We are currently finalising the start date with our appointed contractor. The park will need to stay closed while the work is safely carried out, but we can't wait for the gates to be back open and ready for children to enjoy.

Thank you so much for your patience while we get this work under way, we can’t wait to welcome everyone back to a refreshed and updated park!

14/10/2026

Exciting News for Seaton Sluice Welfare Playpark!

We have officially kicked off the search for the specialist team to design and build our brand-new playpark in Seaton Sluice.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along to our community drop-in session and shared their thoughts. Your ideas have directly shaped the brief. We’ve asked designers to bring forward creative, welcoming plans packed with play value, putting inclusive equipment, sensory fun, and activities for children of all ages and abilities front and centre.

Thanks to council funding alongside a generous £10,000 contribution from Cllr Stephen Flower, we have set a healthy budget of up to £115,000 (excluding VAT). This will cover the whole transformation from top to bottom, including brand-new play kit, safe surfacing, sturdy fencing and gates, and fresh seating for parents and carers.

Rather than sticking to a rigid layout, we’ve invited top playpark creators to show us their most imaginative ideas for making the absolute most of the space. And it certainly won’t just come down to the lowest price, 70% of the decision will be based entirely on quality and design, ensuring we get a fantastic, durable space our children will love for years to come.

What happens next?

11 November 2026: Proposals close, after which the council will review the submissions and select the winning team.

The formal invitation details are available to view on https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/097019-2026

We know how eager local families are to see the gates swing open again. To keep things realistic, we will hold off on setting an exact reopening date until our contractor is on board and the build schedule is locked in, but we promise to keep you updated every step of the way.

Thank you so much for your patience and enthusiasm as we bring this brilliant new community space to life.

13/10/2026

Valley Moves October Half Term Camps

Looking for fantastic activities for your 6+ year old children this coming half-term?

Valley Moves and Northumberland County Councils Sport Development Team, along with Seaton Valley Community Council are happy to be launching the Valley Moves October Half Term Camps.

Running from the 26th - 30th October across a number of locations in Seaton Valley there will be a range of fun and engaging sports & activities for kids 6+.

Find out more & book up place here - https://cramlington-hub.lemonbooking.com/page/events

09/10/2026

Playpark Safety Notice

During recent playground inspections, we identified damage to an area of surfacing within Seghill Welfare Playpark.

The affected area surrounds the seating nearest to the pedestrian entrance gate. As a precaution, we have temporarily cordoned off this section and will carry out repairs as soon as possible.

In the meantime, we kindly ask all visitors to avoid the damaged area for health and safety reasons.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation.

07/08/2026

🚌 Bus shelter improvements coming soon across Seaton Valley

We’re pleased to confirm that Seaton Valley Community Council has secured up to £52,300 of Bus Service Improvement Programme (BSIP) funding to refurbish our stone bus shelters across Seaton Valley.

The project will see roofs replaced and repairs carried out to stone shelters across our villages, including the two currently unserviced shelters in Seaton Sluice which we know residents have raised concerns about.

We expect work to begin within the next few weeks, subject to final arrangements with the contractor. While individual shelters are being worked on, they will need to be closed and, where necessary, arrangements will be made for buses to stop at a safe temporary location nearby. We appreciate your cooperation while the work is ongoing.

The project is being funded through the Bus Service Improvement Programme, with funding from Northumberland County Council, the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority and the Department for Transport.

A welcome investment in improving local facilities across Seaton Valley. 🚌🏡

07/08/2026

We're Hiring!

We’re strengthening our team and we are looking for two people to join us in supporting the Council and the communities of Seaton Valley.

Deputy Clerk / Governance and Compliance Officer
A senior role for someone with strong governance and organisational skills who can combine sound judgement with practical, proportionate solutions and help strengthen the Council’s governance and resilience.

Executive Assistant (Business Support)
A varied role for a highly organised, proactive and approachable person who enjoys keeping things running smoothly, supporting a busy team and providing a professional first point of contact for our communities.

Both posts are permanent and part-time, based at our offices in Seaton Delaval.

Full details, including salary, hours and how to apply, are available through North East Jobs:

👉 Deputy Clerk: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/_/300568
👉 Exec Assistant: https://www.northeastjobs.org.uk/job/_/300570

Please share with anyone who you think might be interested.

23/07/2026

🌱 Allotment Open Week Update 🌱

Thank you to everyone who has attended our Allotment Open Week,

We have been delighted with the level of interest, and all plots available at the Monday and Tuesday sessions were snapped up quickly.

There are still 19 plots available for tonight's open evening at the Seaton Terrace, Dartford and Victoria Allotment Sites.

We also have just one plot currently available for tomorrow's event at Seghill Road Site. However, we will also be available tomorrow to show any plots that remain unallocated following this week's open events.

All plots are offered on a first come, first served basis, so we encourage anyone interested to come along and take a look before they're gone.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌱🌻🍓

🌱 Allotment Open Week 2026 - Secure Your Plot! 🌱

Have you ever thought about growing your own fruit, vegetables, and flowers? Now is the perfect opportunity!

Seaton Valley Community Council is inviting local residents to visit our Allotment Open Week, where over 30 vacant plots across several sites will be available on a first come, first served basis. Residents can take advantage of a reduced deposit of just £50 for a limited time.

📅 Open Week Dates:
• 10 August (Invitation Only) - Reserved for current waiting list
• 11 August, 5-7pm - Baxter Place, Beresford Road & West Terrace
• 12 August, 5-7pm - Victoria, Seaton Terrace & Dartford
• 13 August, 5-7pm - Seghill Road

✅ No invitation or appointment necessary for 11/12/13 August.
✅ Open to Seaton Valley residents only.
✅ Over 30 plots available.
✅ First come, first served allocation.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or completely new to growing your own, come along, have a look around, and find your perfect plot.

Please see the attached flyer for full details. 🌿🍅🥕

24/06/2026

Help Shape the Future of Seaton Valley Library 📚

Could you spare a little time to support your local library? Northumberland County Council is exploring a new Community Access Library model and would love to hear from anyone interested in volunteering or getting involved.

📅 Friday 26 June
🕤 9:30am – 12 noon
📍 Seaton Valley Library, Seaton Delaval & Holywell Community Centre

Pop in, meet the team and find out more. No need to book – just drop in.

Address

20-22 Astley Road
Seaton Delaval
NE250DG

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4pm
Friday	8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+441912379870

Website

https://seatonvalleycommunitycouncil.gov.uk/

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