Welcome to South Woodham Ferrers

All are welcome to attend Council and committee meetings.

The next Planning & Environment meeting - 27th October 2026 
The next Events, Community & Leisure meeting - 3rd November 2026 
The next Finance & Projects meeting - 10th November 2026  
The next Council meeting - 20th October 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 39 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 Town Mayor is Bob Massey, with our Deputy Mayor Lisa Kelly. We currently 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 organisations 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 01245 321 817

Events

  

Latest News Items

Important update on waste and recycling collections

Published: 19 Oct 26

Chelmsford City Council is reviewing kerbside bin collection routes ahead of changes planned for early 2027. The council will not be issuing printed recycling calendars this autumn while the review is underway. Around 90% of households are expected to see no change to their collection day, and there are no changes planned to collection frequencies or the materials collected. Residents affected by any future collection day changes will be contacted in advance. In the meantime, collection information is available online: www.chelmsford.gov.uk/recycling Or download the Loci app to receive bin collection reminders: www.lociapp.co.uk Read More...

Updated Recycling and Refuse Collections

Published: 14 Oct 26

A quick update on the revised collection dates, ensuring residents have the latest schedule for recycling, refuse and garden waste pickups. FROM NOVEMBER Read More...

Community Transport User & Awareness Survey 2026.

Published: 6 Oct 26

Have your say on Community Transport in Essex — the countywide survey has been extended to 30 October 2026. Share your experiences and help Essex County Council shape future services. Read More...