Welcome to South Woodham Ferrers

The next Council meeting - 20th January 2026  
The next Planning & Envrionment meeting - 27th January 2026  
The next Events, Community & Leisure meeting - 3rd February 2026 
The next Finance & Projects meeting - 3rd March 2026 

The Parish of South Woodham Ferrers was created on 1 April 1987 by virtue of the Chelmsford. (Parishes) Order 1987.

The village had previously shared its Parish Council with Woodham Ferrers and Bicknacre. South Woodham Ferrers Parish Council existed for only six days as at its meeting on 7 April 1987 it was resolved that the Parish Council be henceforth known as South Woodham Ferrers Town Council.

During its over 35 years existence the Town Council office has been located in three places, but now resides in Champions Manor Hall, which also has a wide range of facilities available to book and currently used by a number of groups and clubs.

Our current Mayor is Alan Shearring, with our Deputy Mayor Lisa Kelly. We also have 18 other town councillors, who work with local people and preside on various committees and working groups. 

Look at this website to find out more about what we do, and how we partner with other organizations to make South Woodham Ferrers one of the most desirable places in Essex to live. If you need more help, you can always contact us

Please visit out NEWS page for all news items 
Please visit our EVENT page to find out up and coming events eg Monthly film club 

Latest News Items

Fare price changes across Essex

Published: 7 Jan 26

Bus fare changes across Essex on FirstBus services Read More...

Mental Health Workshop

Mental Health Workshop

Published: 6 Jan 26

Learn a practical ‘Toolkit’ approach for thinking about, managing and talking about your mental health. Funded by SWF Town Council. Read More...

SWF Town Carol Service

SWF Town Carol Service

Published: 5 Jan 26

On Thursday, 18th December, the Town Carol Service brought festive cheer and unity to the community. The event was attended by the Town Mayor, Cllr. Alan Shearring, his Consort, and the Deputy Town Mayor, Cllr. Lisa Kelly, who joined residents in celebrating the season. Read More...

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