Welcome to South Woodham Ferrers

All are welcome to attend Council and committee meetings.

The next Planning & Environment meeting - 28th July 2026 
The next Events, Community & Leisure meeting - 7th July 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 17 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

Cold Water Shock

Published: 2 Jul 26

Be aware of the dangers of water, we live in a riverside town Read More...

Updated Bus Services for Essex

Published: 1 Jul 26

We are delighted to confirm the start of the enhanced Sunday bus 336 from the 26th July running every 2 hours, funded through match funding by the UK Governments Love Your Bus Scheme,Essex County Council and the Town Council, as well as other bus changes Read More...

Senior

Senior's Coach Trip to Clacton-on-Sea

Published: 29 Jun 26

Everyone had a wonderful time on our Seniors’ Day Trip to Clacton on Sunday 28th June 2026. They were treated to beautiful weather, plenty of laughter, great company, and, of course, a well-deserved ice cream! Read More...