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Welcome to Portishead Town Council
Portishead's history dates back to Roman times, its name deriving from the 'port at the head of the river'.
Located just off Junction 19 of the M5 motorway, Portishead is a thriving town with an outdoor swimming pool, marina, shops, restaurants and many lovely places to walk, including the lake grounds.
With a population of approximately 27,000, Portishead is the second largest town in North Somerset.
Portishead Town Council is responsible to the people within the local community. To find out more about the council and take a look around our website and social media channels.
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Marina
Black Nore Beach
Sculpture Trail
Sugar Loaf Beach
Sculpture Trail
Lakegrounds
Latest News
Latest News
Election Notice
Posted: Fri, 31st May 2024
Notice has been given by North Somerset Council - Election of Parish Councillors to Portishead Town Council...
Portishead Town Council Stands Firm Against Parking Charges in Community Consultation
Posted: Fri, 10th May 2024
In response to widespread concerns voiced by residents, businesses, and local stakeholders, Portishead...
Extraordinary Town Council Meeting
Posted: Wed, 24th Apr 2024
Following an extraordinary meeting of the town council held last night, Tuesday, 23 April, we can confirm...
Notice of Vacancies in Office of Councillor
Posted: Mon, 22nd Apr 2024
Portishead Town Council - East Ward and South Ward
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that due to the resignation...
Council Meetings
Council Meetings
Planning Advisory Group Meeting
Wed, 3 Jul 2024 19:30
Meeting of the Planning Advisory Group.
Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.
This is a hybrid meeting.
To attend in person:
- Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
- Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
- Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
- We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
- We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.
To attend via Zoom:
- Meeting ID: 978 8112 8872 Passcode: 902183
- Use link: https://zoom.us/j/97881128872?pwd=Tmt2OFRBL01Ld2xXV2xsT2xiZG1aQT09
- Dial in from your phone: 0208 080 6592 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
- Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.
- Venue:
- The Folk Hall, 95 High Street, Portishead, BS20 6PR
- Contact:
- Town Clerk
- Agenda:
- Agenda, Planning Advisory, 2024-07-03 (PDF, 329 Kb)
Community Matters Committee Meeting
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 19:30
Meeting of the Community Matters Committee.
Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, High Street, Portishead.
This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.
This is a hybrid meeting.
To attend in person:
- Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
- Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
- Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
- We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
- We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.
To attend via Zoom:
- Meeting ID: 953 0020 0301 Passcode: 160358
- Use link: https://zoom.us/j/95300200301?pwd=Rkx2eEdicHFzbzNyVXYxdE9pZnk4Zz09
- Dial in from your phone: 0203 481 5240 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
- Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.
- Venue:
- The Folk Hall, 95 High Street, Portishead, BS20 6PR
- Contact:
- Town Clerk
Planning Advisory Group Meeting
Wed, 7 Aug 2024 19:30
Meeting of the Planning Advisory Group.
Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.
This is a hybrid meeting.
To attend in person:
- Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
- Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
- Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
- We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
- We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.
To attend via Zoom:
- Meeting ID: 978 8112 8872 Passcode: 902183
- Use link: https://zoom.us/j/97881128872?pwd=Tmt2OFRBL01Ld2xXV2xsT2xiZG1aQT09
- Dial in from your phone: 0208 080 6592 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
- Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.
- Venue:
- The Folk Hall, 95 High Street, Portishead, BS20 6PR
- Contact:
- Town Clerk