The Town Council has received a positive independent audit, confirming strong financial management, governance, and effective use of public funds. The report found no major issues, highlighted good practices, and identified only minor improvements, which are already being addressed.
Ringwood will celebrate 800 years of its historic Market Charter on Sunday 12th July with a full day of entertainment, market stalls, food, music, and family activities. The event honours the town’s rich trading heritage while celebrating its vibrant community and future.
The shelter has undergone a full refurbishment, benefitting people waiting for taxis and improving the streetscape.
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.
Cllr Mary DeBoos has been appointed as Ringwood’s Town Mayor, with Cllr James Swyer as Deputy Town Mayor for the coming year.
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.
At the Full Council meeting on 29 April 2026, representatives from two local organisations were invited to collect a certificate of grant aid, in recognition of the grants that had been awarded by the Council.
Our latest newsletter includes information on the Council’s Strategy, the Annual Town Assembly, an update on activities at Carvers Clubhouse and more. Click on the image above to read it.
Ringwood Town Council are hosting a photography competition, running from 5th March - 20th May.
Residents are invited to comment on early proposals for the new Local Plan from New Forest District Council, including a potential new housing site south of Moortown Lane that could bring additional homes to the town. A public drop-in event will take place on Friday 27 February, 1pm–7pm at Ringwood Gateway, where residents can learn more, ask questions and share their views.
