Planters installed in Tresco Way
New planters have been installed in Tresco Way outside Abacus School to prevent vehicles from parking on the grass verges, causing damage. This initiative has been fully funded by the Town Council and thank you to The Friends of the Wickford Memorial Park volunteers for assisting. The planting will take place shortly.
Precept 2026-27
What is the Precept? The precept is a component of the council tax levied on the local government electors in the area of a local council. Wickford Town Council has a statutory power to precept (tax) the local government electors in their area to finance the activities that flow from the exercise of their discretionary […]
Town Council Newsletter
Our first Newsletter is being delivered to residents in Wickford this week. It contains information on the work of the Town Council over the last year, details of meetings and how to contact us and Town Councillors. We may not be able to deliver to every property so if you don’t receive one you can […]
February round-up
Here’s what’s been happening around town 👇 🛍️ Midwinter High Street Market – A Fantastic Success Our Midwinter Market on 31 January brought strong footfall and a great atmosphere to Wickford High Street. Thank you to all the traders, visitors and volunteers who made it such a success. ✨ We are proud to introduce the […]
The Square, Market Lane
Markets, Music, Moments – Where Wickford Meets We are proud to introduce the new vision for The Square in the heart of Wickford — a fresh rebrand with a renewed purpose for this outdoor space in Market Lane. It is our vision for The Square to be a vibrant, welcoming space filled with music, community […]
Press release – former Wickford Police Station
Wickford Town Council is pleased to announce that it is currently in negotiations with Basildon Borough Council regarding the potential occupation of the former Wickford Police Station in London Road. The Town Council is exploring plans to bring the building back into active use to serve the whole community. The vision is to create a […]
Summer Fun Wednesday 26 August
Summer Fun Wednesday 26 August 2pm to 4pm Wickford Memorial Park
January Round up
👇 Here are the latest updates and key decisions 👇 🛍️ Markets & Town Centre Plans are moving forward to strengthen Wickford Market and the surrounding area: • Improvement works planned for fencing and gates at the Market area and Woodlands Road car park • Funding approved for the redevelopment of The Square in Market […]
Safer Basildon Partnership – Wickford Town Centre Task Group
The Town Council is delighted to be working together with the new Wickford Town Centre Task Group established by the Safer Basildon Partnership. The purpose of the group is to facilitate a multi-agency response to improve local neighbourhoods, in this case Wickford Town Centre, by reducing, preventing and enforcing crime and anti-social behaviour (ASB). The […]
December round up
Here’s what’s been happening around town as we head into the New Year 👇 🌼 Looking ahead to spring 10,000 daffodil bulbs have now been planted across Wickford, bringing a bright and colourful display to look forward to in the months ahead. 🌿 Wick Green Project Works at Wick Green are well underway, with improvements […]