Welcome to Aspatria Town Council
Aspatria is a Market Town located on the old Roman road between Maryport and Carlisle. It is one of seven towns that make up the district of Allerdale. Aspatria developed as a coal mining town in the 18th and 19th centuries, however, it remains a rural area and farming is still a key activity.
In 1888, a group of dairy farmers formed the West Cumberland Dairy Company and built a creamery near Aspatria railway station. Over 170 dairy farms in the surrounding district now supply the creamery with milk and it is known for its Lake District Cheese.
Sealy is the biggest bed brand in the world and has a manufacturing site in Aspatria and is the biggest employer in the town. There are two schools, Richmond Hill Primary and Beacon Hill Secondary. Both serve the town and surrounding communities.
Aspatria is also known for its 19th century Church of St Kentigern, on the site of a former Norman church. Within it is a carved Viking hogback tombstone and carved stones pre-dating the Normans. The churchyard has a holy well reputed to have been used by St Kentigern himself. Nearby, an ancient burial site discovered in the 18th century contained a skeleton, weaponry and gold ornaments.
About the Town Council
Aspatria Town Council is made up of fifteen unpaid Councillors who meet on the third Tuesday of each month. There is also a Town Clerk – Mrs Kelly Cooper and a Responsible Finance Officer – Ms Sharron Hullock.
A Parks & Allotments Sub Committee looks after the green spaces and parks reporting to the main Town Council.
An Events Sub Committee and the Clerk organise the events within the Town.
The Town Council meet at 6pm on the third Tuesday of each month in Aspatria Methodist Church. There is no meeting in August. General Public are welcome to attend the meetings.
We are currently recruiting for Town Councillors
Recent News
The latest news from Aspatria Town Council
Today, we are thinking of the family of the late Colin Ainsworth. Colin was a valued member of our town and supported the community in many ways to make a difference to Aspatria. Colin was a councillor here at Aspatria Town Council and is applauded for his contributions over the years, including the beginning of our ‘Christmas lights in the window competition’ which we still run to this day. We would like to take this opportunity to send our sincere condolences to the family of Colin at this very sad time.
Thank you Colin for your service.
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We have been made aware of some damage caused on our slide at Victoria Park (see photos attached) I have been down and taped it off and contacted one of our play equipment suppliers to try and get this sorted asap but for the time being please advise your children to stay off the equipment for their own safety. Thanks for your cooperation. ... See MoreSee Less
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Following the post on Facebook on Sunday night regarding an incident in St Mungos Park, the CCTV has been checked and nothing is captured on there. We haven’t had any contact from the police at this time but will keep you all updated if and when we need to. Thanks 😊 ... See MoreSee Less
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