Most of Ringwood Town Council’s services are funded from the Council Tax paid by householders in Ringwood. Council Tax, which is collected by New Forest District Council, also funds services of the District Council, Hampshire County Council, Hampshire Constabulary and Fire Authority.
Unlike County and District Councils, the Town Council does not receive funds from central government or income from rates paid by local businesses. Ringwood Town Council raises some funds from fees and charges (for example for sports facilities).
Each year Ringwood Town Council calculates the budget required to provide its services. The expected income from fees and charges is deducted to leave the balance required for services and any capital projects. This sum is called the ‘Precept’; it is the amount the Town Council asks the District Council to collect for it as a proportion of the total Council Tax paid by householders of Ringwood.
Financial Regulations - adopted July 2025
Current fees and charges 2026-27
Treasury Management Policy 2026 - approved April 2026
Jun
A new, larger bus shelter has been installed on Gorley Road, funded by New Forest District Council’s CIL Local Infrastructure Fund, to provide better comfort, seating, and accessibility for local bus users.
May
Cllr Mary DeBoos has been appointed as Ringwood’s Town Mayor, with Cllr James Swyer as Deputy Town Mayor for the coming year.
May
More than 100 residents attended Ringwood’s Annual Town Assembly, where the Mayor presented the Council’s Annual Report alongside updates, community discussions and a celebration of the town’s 800-year heritage. The evening also saw Greyfriars Community Minibus Service and Ringwood Good Neighbours recognised with a Community Award for their outstanding support to local residents.
