Welcome to South Woodham Ferrers

All are welcome to attend Council and committee meetings.

The next Planning & Environment meeting - 29th September 2026 
The next Events, Community & Leisure meeting - 6th October 2026 
The next Finance & Projects meeting - 13th October 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

Latest News Items

September Focus Column

September Focus Column

Published: 1 Sep 26

September Focus Column Read More...

SWF Rugby Club Open Day

SWF Rugby Club Open Day

Published: 30 Aug 26

Deputy Mayor, Cllr Lisa Kelly, was delighted to attend the South Woodham Ferrers Rugby Club Open Day on Sunday 30th August, joining players, families and supporters for a day of community spirit and sporting celebration. Read More...

Grant application now open!

Grant application now open!

Published: 28 Aug 26

Grant applications are open for community groups and charities and will be considered at the next Finance & Projects meeting on 13th October 2026 Read More...