Welcome to South Woodham Ferrers

All are welcome to attend Council and committee meetings.

The next Planning & Environment meeting - 24th November 2026 
The next Events, Community & Leisure meeting - 3rd November 2026 
The next Finance & Projects meeting - 10th November 2026  
The next Council meeting - 17th November 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

November Focus Column

November Focus Column

Published: 1 Nov 26

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Inchbonnie Road / Collingwood School Pathway

Published: 30 Oct 26

Update from Essex Highways Read More...

Advance notice of A130 Weekend Closures

Published: 30 Oct 26

Essex County Council have informed the Town Council of upcoming weekend road closures on the A130 between Howe Green Interchange and A1245 Rayleigh Spur Roundabout. These works are being carried out by CountyRoute, the operator of the A130, working closely with Essex County Council. These works are part of an ongoing maintenance programme to improve the road surface and condition. Activities will be phased to maximise efficiency and minimise inconvenience for road users and local communities. Read More...