Welcome to the Dymock Parish Council Website.
This website acts as the primary resource where you will find information on the workings of Dymock Parish Council. You can find all our meeting information; our policies and procedures and also detailed financial information to show how we prioritise and spend ourhard-working budget – the ‘precept’. But beyond fulfilling our legal obligations of transparency and accountability, we have sought to make our website more appealing, informative and useful to both Dymock parishioners and for those outside looking to discover more about our parish.
The next Dymock Parish Council Meeting, Tuesday 13th October 2026, 7.30pm in Dymock Parish Hall.
Full Council Meeting Schedule:
Parish Council Ordinary Meetings: 13th October, 10th November, 12th January 2027, 9th February and 9th March.
Biodiversity Working Group Meeting Schedule:
TBC
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Dymock Parish Council Notices
Armed Forces Covenant
Dymock Parish Council have committed to uphold the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation, our community and to the country. Full details can be found here.
2026/27 Budget and Precept
The 2026/27 budget and precept were approved at the parish council meeting held on the 13th February. The precept has been set at £36400 a 3.3% increase for a Band D property. Please find a copy of the budget here. It is attached here in excel format, if you wish to receive it in a different format please contact the Clerk at clerk@dymockparishcouncil.gov.uk.
Grant Requests
Grant requests for 2025/26 are now closed.
Important Information
The government have announced a pause in the Devolution plans. Please find the government statement here.
Forest of Dean District Council are reviewing the Council Tax Support Scheme and is seeking views on proposed changes in 2027/28. Please use this link for further information and the survey. The consultation closes on the 28th October.
Newent Doctors Surgery are conducting a local survey which is open until the end of October. Further information found here.
Have your say in the future of recycling bring banks in the Forest of Dean. Link to the consultation here which runs until the 15th November 2026.
The FoDDC have withdrawn the Revised Draft version of the Forest of Dean Local Plan 2025-2045 (Regulation 18) as of the 6th July 2026 and will be removed from their webpage on the 6th December 2026. No further information has been provided at this time.
FoDDC have announced a delay in the submission of the application for UNESCO Biosphere Status to allow for additional public engagement and consultation. More information to follow.
ROAD CLOSURES
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Volunteers Needed!
The Windcross Walking Group need volunteers to help ensure the local paths are walkable and that the maps are up to date. Without more volunteers this valuable service mat cease. Please look at the link below for more information:The Windcross Group
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GCC Equipment Return
The Gloucestershire Equipment Loan Service (GELS) loans equipment to Gloucestershire residents to support them in their home to achieve or maintain independence, and/or to support carers. The service is funded by the Gloucestershire County Council and local NHS partners. If you would like any information or are in a position where items can be returned use the link. Gloucestershire Equipment Loan Service Portal