The Council is made up of 14 elected Councillors, who live in the area and take account of the views of local residents. The Councillors are supported by a small staff team led by the Town Clerk.
Ringwood Town Council's Strategy 2026 - 2029 (updated October 2025) can be found here.
There is sometimes confusion about the responsibilities of the different councils in the region.
The types of things that Ringwood Town Council is responsilbe for include allotments, the cemetery, recreation grounds and some public open spaces. A map of Town Council owned land can be found here.
The Town Council acts as an information point for residents and visitors. Ringwood Gateway opening hours can be found here.
The types of services Hampshire County Council is responsible for include education, transport and roads, social care, registrars service and strategic planning within the county.
The types of services New Forest District Council is responsible for include housing, waste collection, leisure, some open spaces, council tax, benefits and local planning.
A list of each Council's responsibilities can be found here.
Nov
Ringwood’s festive season begins with the return of Winter Wanderland on Sunday 29 November. Enjoy a day packed with market stalls, live entertainment, family activities and the grand Christmas lights switch-on in the heart of the town.
Nov
In the year that Ringwood celebrates the 800th anniversary of its Charter Market, the Town Council has welcomed the allocation of £7.755 million towards the Thriving Market Place project, a major investment in the future of the town centre.
Oct
Ringwood Men’s Shed has established a new home at the former cricket pavilion in Carvers Recreation Ground, thanks to a partnership with the Town Council that will support the group’s valuable community activities and future development.
