Somerton Town Council

30/10/2026

🎄 The Christmas Lights Are Coming! ✨

Our wonderful Somerton Lights Brigade will be out and about on Sunday 1st November, between 9am and 4pm, getting started on installing the town's Christmas lights!

Cherry pickers will be in use around the town throughout the day, so we're asking motorists to please be aware, take extra care and be patient when passing the team as they work.

They will also be in use on the following dates between 9am and 4pm:
Sunday 15th November
Sunday 22nd November

A huge thank you to our fantastic volunteers for giving up their time to help make Somerton sparkle this Christmas! ❤️

Let the festive preparations begin! ✨🎅

30/10/2026

Play Area Update

We're pleased to let residents know that the slide which was recently vandalised and damaged is scheduled to be replaced on Monday 2nd November.

Please be aware that contractors will be working on site throughout the day. We kindly ask parents, carers and children to take extra care around the work area and follow any safety instructions from the workmen.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we get the slide back up and running for everyone to enjoy!

14/10/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT PLAY AREA UPDATE ⚠️

We are extremely disappointed to report that some of our play equipment has been vandalised.

For everyone’s safety, the affected equipment has been cordoned off and must not be used until further notice.

We take damage to our public facilities extremely seriously, particularly when it affects spaces that our children and families enjoy. The incident is currently being investigated by the police.

We are doing our utmost to arrange for the damaged equipment to be replaced as soon as possible and will keep residents updated on progress.

We ask everyone to please respect the safety barriers in place and thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to resolve this.

It is incredibly disappointing to see facilities provided for the enjoyment of our community damaged in this way.

Thank you for your continued support.

Somerton Town Council

01/10/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

Following the sale of Lynch Country House, the new ownership of the property means that The Triangle is no longer available for public access. The closure is therefore a consequence of the change in ownership and is not a decision made by Somerton Town Council.

We appreciate that The Triangle has been a familiar and much-loved part of Somerton for many years, and that residents have enjoyed using and passing through the area. We recognise that its closure will be noticed by many within our community.

As a result of the change in ownership, all items belonging to Somerton Town Council have now been removed from the site.

We would like to thank residents for their understanding and cooperation, and ask everyone to respect the new arrangements and the private ownership of the property.

Somerton Town Council

29/09/2026

📢✨ DIGITAL NOTICEBOARDS – IMPORTANT UPDATE ✨📢

We’re aware that our digital noticeboards around the town are currently not working.

Unfortunately, we’re experiencing a technical fault, but we’re working hard to get everything back up and running as soon as possible.

We know our noticeboards are an important way of keeping the community up to date, so we’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you for your patience while we work to get the issue resolved.

We’ll let you know as soon as both noticeboards are back online!

24/09/2026

📣 WE’RE RECRUITING! 📣

Are you organised, proactive and great at keeping things running smoothly?

We’re looking for a Facilities Administration Officer to join our team!

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, working with people and helping to support the smooth day-to-day running of our facilities and services.

If you’re looking for a role where no two days are quite the same and you can make a real contribution to your local community, we’d love to hear from you!

📋 Full details can be found by following the link below:

👉 https://www.somertontowncouncil.gov.uk/the-council/vacancies/

📅 Don’t miss out – applications close Friday 9th October 2026 with interviews taking place on Friday 16th October 2026.

Do you excel in fast-paced environments? Are you able to keep things running smoothly when under pressure? Are you the kind of person who thrives on juggling multiple priorities while ensuring nothing slips through the cracks? If so, Somerton Town Council has the perfect role for you.

23/09/2026

Wessex Water Community Drop-In Session

💧 Do you have a query about your water bill, how to save water and prevent blockages, or your water and sewerage services?

will be holding a drop-in session. Details below:

📍 Thursday 5 November

🕑 10am-12pm

📌 Somerton Library Cox's Yard & West Street, Somerton TA11 7PR

👉 To find out more, visit: https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/community-drop-ins

15/09/2026

Somerton Fireworks Display

Following many successful Firework display events held over the last few years in partnership with the Recreation Ground Trust and Somerton Town Council, the huge popularity of the evening has outgrown our expectations and we now need to take a break in order to review how we can continue to provide the event in a safe and enjoyable way for everyone in the years to come.

It has therefore been formally agreed between both parties that 2026 would be a fallow year and that the next Fireworks Display may be held in November 2027.

Although this may be a disappointment for many resident’s, safety must be a priority and discussions regarding the 2027 display are being considered.

15/09/2026

The skate park ramp at Gasson's Lane is due to be repaired tomorrow, 16th September.

As a reminder, the skate park has been barricaded off for health and safety reasons and must not be used until the repair works have been completed.

Thank you for your cooperation.

15/09/2026

REMINDER -

CCTV Maintenance at Gasson's Lane will be taking place today.