Community News
Tourism Event Grants – Deadline Extended to 16th January
Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is pleased to announce that the deadline for applications for its Tourism Event Grants has been extended to Friday 16th January 2026. The Council recognises the vital role that annual events play in strengthening community...
Mayor of Newtown – Christmas Message 2025
Dear Fellow Residents of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn, During 2025 it has been a privilege, as Mayor, to continue to attend a wide variety of events culminating recently in the spectacular kicking off Christmas event and to witness first hand our community spirit in...
Celebration of Newtown Awards 2026 – Nominations Are Now Open!
The Celebration of Newtown Awards 2026 is here and nominations are officially open! This prestigious event, hosted by Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council, will take place on Thursday 26th March 2026, honoring the incredible individuals, groups and organisations...
Have your say on walking, wheeling and cycling in Newtown, Powys.
Transport for Wales wants to hear from you. They are looking for your ideas and experiences to help make it easier and safer for people to walk, wheel and cycle around Newtown. Why are they doing this? They want every day journeys to be healthier and more accessible...
Celebrating Community Spirit: October 2025 Fund Awards from Newtown & Llanwchaiarn Town Council
Newtown & Llanwchaiarn Town Council is proud to announce the recipients of its October 2025 round of community funds. These grants support a wide range of local initiatives that enrich lives, foster inclusion and strengthen the social fabric of our town. From...
🎄✨ Festive Community Celebrations in Newtown ✨🎄
This Christmas, Newtown is coming together to celebrate the season with creativity, kindness and community spirit! Alongside our Kicking Off Christmas event and the magical Enchanted Forest Window Trail, we’re excited to introduce three festive activities that will...
Kicking Off Christmas 2025 – Thank You, Newtown!
Saturday 29th December 2025 - What an incredible day we had Kicking Off Christmas together! From hundreds of Santa's, Grinches, and mini Santa's filling the streets, to the festive buzz of traders, local shops, and amazing music — you all made Newtown sparkle, even...
Have Your Say – Sarah Brisco House Transformation Project
Dweud Eich Dweud – Prosiect Trawsnewid Tŷ Sarah Brisco Mae Tŷ Sarah Brisco wedi derbyn cyllid gan Gronfa Dreftadaeth y Loteri Genedlaethol i ddatblygu cynlluniau ar gyfer gwaith adnewyddu mawr. Nod y prosiect hwn yw gwneud y Tŷ a'r Amgueddfa yn fwy hygyrch a...
A Civic Celebration of Community Spirit in Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn
The Mayor and Town Council of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn are proud to announce the return of a cherished tradition - the Mayor’s Civic Service, taking place on Sunday 23rd November 2025 at 11am at All Saints Church, Commercial Street, Newtown. This special event marks...
Commemorative Tree Planted in Honour of Far East Veterans
The Services Committee of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council has generously donated a Pink Prunus ‘Accolade’ blossom tree to the Memorial Garden in Newtown. This beautiful tree serves as a lasting tribute to all who served in the Far East during the Second World...