Stroud District Council update - w/c 3 August 2026

August is shaping up to be a busy month, with a few important updates to keep in mind.

If you use the household waste and recycling centre (HWRC) in Hempsted, Gloucester, please note that it will be closed from 13 August for essential repairs and improvements. The site is expected to reopen in mid-November. As a result, the HWRC at Pyke Quarry, near Horsley, may be busier than usual over the coming months. All visits to Gloucestershire County Council’s recycling centres must be booked online in advance, so it's worth planning ahead before you travel.

There's also plenty to enjoy over the summer holidays. We're launching a series of free family activities in Stratford Park from 10am-4pm every Friday throughout August, starting on 7 August. It's a great chance for families to get outside, try something new and make the most of the park this summer.

Have you had your say yet? Several council consultations are now nearing their closing dates, including the Play Strategy, Local Plan and Community Governance Review. These consultations help shape important decisions about the future of the district, so don't miss your chance to get involved 

If you live in the Kingswood ward there will be a by-election taking place on 2 September. During the election period, councillors will not be featured in council photographs, press releases or other publicity materials, in line with pre-election guidance.

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