News Items
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 12 January 2021From 20 Jan 2021 to 20 Jan 2022 Please find a link to the Extraordinary Town Council Meeting held on 12 January 2021. Please note there are two parts to this meeting, both of which you will find on our facebook page. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 19 January 2021From 20 Jan 2021 to 20 Jan 2022 Please find a link to the video of the Extraordinary Town Council Meeting held on 19 January 2021 |
 | Message from RW Rail regarding boatsFrom 15 Jan 2021 to 15 Jun 2021 Please see below for a poster from RW Rail regarding the removal of boats. |
 | Virtual Councillor Fair 16 January 2021From 13 Jan 2021 to 13 Mar 2021 Please find a poster for a Virtual Councillor Fair event held by Cornwall Council on Saturday 16 January 2021. |
 | Mayor's Message 8 January 2021From 8 Jan 2021 to 8 Jan 2022 Please find a video message from the Mayor of Lostwithiel. Please note that since the Mayor recorded the video the Council has been made aware that the MUGA needs to be treated as an 'outdoor sports court' and should be shut. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 22 December 2020From 8 Jan 2021 to 8 Jan 2022 Please find the video of Lostwithiel's Extraordinary Virtual Town Council Meeting held on 22 December 2020. |
 | Heritage Building Committee Meeting 15 Dec 2020From 6 Jan 2021 to 6 Jan 2022 Please find a link to the Heritage Building Committee Meeting held on 15th December 2020. |
 | Thank you!From 26 Dec 2020 to 26 Dec 2021 Lostwithiel Town Council wishes to say a big thank you to all of our Flood Wardens, Resilience & Emergency Management Officer Ruth Rockley and the Emergency Services who supported Lostwithiel residents during the flooding on 18 & 19 December by keeping them informed, prepared and safe. |
 | Network Rail Fowey Bridge RepairsFrom 18 Dec 2020 to 18 Dec 2021 Please see below for a letter from Network Rail regarding the River Fowey Bridge replacement works. |
 | Lostwithiel LibraryFrom 16 Dec 2020 to 16 Mar 2021 The library’s last day will be Wednesday 23 December 2020, and we will reopen on Wednesday 13 January 2021. Please make sure that you collect your books before then, as we already have quite a few books waiting to be collected. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 8 December 2020From 11 Dec 2020 to 11 Dec 2021 Please find a link to the latest video of Lostwithiel Town Council's meeting held on 8 December 2020. |
 | Notice of Vacancy in Office of Town CouncillorFrom 11 Dec 2020 to 11 Dec 2021 Please see attached document. |
 | what3wordsFrom 4 Dec 2020 to 4 Dec 2022 We just wanted to make residents of Lostwithiel aware of the what3words project, which is now used by 80% of emergency services in the UK, including Devon and Cornwall Police and Cornwall Fire and Rescue, and UK Coastguards. Being able to give your precise location in an emergency can save vital time and lives. Make sure you're prepared by downloading the free @what3words app so you can help 999 #KnowExactlyWhere the emergency is. |
 | Network Rail RepairsFrom 4 Dec 2020 to 4 Dec 2021 From Network Rail – Network Rail have contracted R&W to undertake the replacement and repair of the River Fowey Viaduct, in order to improve the longevity of the structure. As you will know this viaduct is situated over the River Fowey, southwest of Lostwithiel station. The majority of the work will be undertaken between the 13 and 29 March 2021, when the railway will be closed. During this time we will be working 24/7 and we apologise for any disturbance we may cause. |
 | Office of the Police and Crime CommissionerFrom 4 Dec 2020 to 4 Apr 2021 Please find the November Newsletter from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner. |
 | Lostwithiel's Remembrance Sunday Wreath LayingFrom 8 Nov 2020 to 8 May 2021 Please find the video of Lostwithiel's Remembrance Sunday Wreath Laying Ceremony. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 3 Nov 2020From 6 Nov 2020 to 6 Nov 2021 Please find a link to the latest video of Lostwithiel Town Council's meeting held on 3 November 2020. |
 | Lostwithiel LockdownFrom 6 Nov 2020 to 6 Nov 2021 We are pleased to be able to advise that the Lostwithiel Library click and collect service on a Wednesday between 12.30-2.30pm will continue during lockdown. However, in accordance with Government instructions the outdoor gym has been closed as has the skatepark. |
 | Town Council Extraordinary Meeting 27 October 2020From 30 Oct 2020 to 30 Oct 2021 Please find the video of the Lostwithiel Town Council Extraordinary Meeting held on 27 October 2020. |
 | Outdoor GymFrom 23 Oct 2020 to 23 Oct 2022 We are please to let you know that the new Outdoor Gym is now open! Have fun! Please see the posters at the Gym for the Social Distancing guidance for the use of this equipment. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 6 October 2020From 9 Oct 2020 to 9 Oct 2021 Please find the link to the of the Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting held on 6 October 2020 |
 | Lostwithiel LibraryFrom 25 Sep 2020 to 25 Mar 2021 please see the link below for new books title that have arrived at the Library recently. If you would like to borrow any of these new books we are still running a click and collect service in the Library courtyard on Wednesdays between 12.30 & 2.30pm. You can order books on Cornwall Council’s Library webpages and then collect your books from us when they are ready. |
 | Cornwall Community Flood Forum Business HelpFrom 18 Sep 2020 to 18 Sep 2021 Please find details of some free business help from the Cornwall Community Flood Forum. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 1 September 2020From 4 Sep 2020 to 4 Sep 2021 Please find the link to the of the Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting held on 1 September 2020 https://www.facebook.com/lostwithielcouncil/videos/790570781699767 |
 | The Cornwall we want.......From 2 Sep 2020 to 2 Jun 2021 Cornwall Council are inviting people from all over Cornwall to have their say on the Cornwall they want for the future, whilst currently Cornwall Council is unable to meet people at events that would normally be taking place at this time of year, they want to make sure that as many people as possible are able to have their say |
 | Climate Emergency Development Plan DocumentFrom 7 Aug 2020 to 7 Aug 2021 Please find a poster with regards to Cornwall Council's response to the Climate Emergency and their latest step in the process of putting together a Climate Emergency Development Plan. |
 | Scam EmailsFrom 29 Jul 2020 to 29 Jul 2021 Just to make you aware that if you have received emails from executivecouncil72@gmail.com from our Mayor, these are scam emails and not associated in any way with our Mayor or Lostwithiel Town Council. |
 | Lostwithiel Town Council Meeting 28 July 2020From 29 Jul 2020 to 29 Jul 2021 Please find the video of Lostwithiel Town Council's Extraordinary Meeting held on 28 July 2020 |
 | World War 2 75th Anniversary BookletFrom 29 Jul 2020 to 29 Jul 2021 Please find details of how to purchase Lostwithiel's World War 2 75th Anniversary Booklet. |
 | Lostwithiel to St Austell Bus TimetableFrom 19 Jun 2020 to 19 Jul 2021 In recent weeks, the sharp eyed amongst you may have noticed, a brand new, red bus running through Lostwithiel. After many years campaigning by the Town Forum and Town Council, Lostwithiel now has a regular bus service instigated by Cornwall Council under their Transport for Cornwall initiative. This service operates 6 times a day, Monday to Saturday between Lostwithiel and St Austell via Tywardreath Highway, and some services also serving Luxulyan. Holders of the Bus Pass can use it on this service, please see attached timetable. If anyone has any feedback, please let us know. |
 | Mayors Message Tree DamagedFrom 17 Jun 2020 to 17 Jun 2021 One and All This photograph shows a 15 – 20 year old Horse Chestnut Tree. If you look closely, you can see that an individual, or individuals unknown, have systematically stripped ALL of the bark from this tree to a height of approximately 1.5 m. This tree will now start to slowly die. Maybe I am missing something, but I simply do not understand why on earth this act of criminal damage was carried out. |
 | Town Council Meeting 9 June 2020From 12 Jun 2020 to 12 Jun 2021 Please find a link to the Town Council Meeting on Tuesday 9 June 2020 |
 | Mayor's Message 20 May 2020From 20 May 2020 to 20 May 2021 Please find a link to the Mayor's message for 20 May 2020. |
 | New Rail TimetableFrom 15 May 2020 to 15 May 2021 Please find a copy of the new timetable from Great Western Railways. The timetable relevant to Lostwithiel is found on pages 163 - 176. |
 | Dog FoulingFrom 13 May 2020 to 12 May 2021 Please can we ask that people please pick up after their dogs. We have had reports of dog fouling outside the Co-op, Quay Street and The Parade area. Now that everybody is allowed out for unlimited exercise, please consider other residents and keep our lovely town clean and tidy for all to enjoy. |
 | Mayor's Message 13 May 2020From 13 May 2020 to 12 May 2021 Please find a link to the Mayor's message for 13 May 2020. |
 | Attention budding writers and story enthusiasts...From 6 May 2020 to 6 May 2021 Cornwall Council is running two different story competitions for primary and secondary school students and wants you to use your brilliant creative powers to tell Cornwall ‘s children and young people a story. Whether you're an experienced writer or this is the first time you've thought about writing a story, why not look at the details below and give it a go? |
 | Mayor's Message 6 May 2020From 6 May 2020 to 6 May 2021 Please find a link to the Mayor's latest message. |
 | Devon and Cornwall Police - Staying SafeFrom 6 May 2020 to 6 May 2021 Please find a poster regarding staying safe when you are venturing out of your home and visiting local beauty spots. |
 | Bench ClosuresFrom 1 May 2020 to 1 May 2021 We are sorry if we have caused any confusion regarding the specific area that was closed on Wednesday. It is only the picnic benches on the area just off the parade that have been closed at the request of the Police. These benches are in a lovely location and it has been hard for some people to maintain a social distance there. All the parks and other benches in Lostwithiel (excluding the play areas and the skatepark) remain open for use by residents. Please enjoy our wonderful large parks and riverside, whilst out for your daily exercise and trips to the shops. |
 | Picnic Area and Benches ClosureFrom 29 Apr 2020 to 29 Apr 2021 Devon & Cornwall Police have asked Lostwithiel Town Council to close the picnic area by the river just off The Parade. The Police have received complaints that people are congregating there. Please follow Government advice - Stay at home, Protect the NHS, Save lives. |
 | Second Island Walkway ClosureFrom 24 Apr 2020 to 24 Apr 2021 The Council wishes to advise that the Second Island walkway is closed as the wire covering the walkway is damaged and is a trip hazard. This popular route will reopen as soon as the current situation will allow. |
 | Coronavirus How to Help SafelyFrom 24 Apr 2020 to 24 Apr 2021 Across the UK people are playing their part and providing essential support to their friends and family who are in isolation. Please see the current guidelines for how to do this safely. |
 | Community Orchard - UpdateFrom 24 Apr 2020 to 24 Apr 2021 As you know, 7 weeks ago both St Winnow and Lostwithiel Primary School helped Lostwithiel Town Council, the Environment Agency and the Duchy of Cornwall plant a Community Orchard of 60 trees at Second Island Park. We are glad to report that all the trees are thriving and are now in blossom! |
 | Mayor's Message 22nd April 2020From 22 Apr 2020 to 22 Apr 2021 Please find a link to our Facebook page for Mayor Hughes latest message. |
 | Cornwall Council COVID-19 ToolkitFrom 17 Apr 2020 to 17 Apr 2021 Please find linked below the Cornwall Council COVID-19 Toolkit. The pack contains list of key contacts, resources and useful information to help support yourself and others in your community. |
 | Mayor's Message 16 April 2020From 17 Apr 2020 to 17 Apr 2021 Please find a link to our Facebook page for Mayor Hughes latest message. |
 | Community Orchard - Second Island Park LostwithielFrom 6 Mar 2020 to 6 Mar 2021 Lostwithiel Town Council is delighted to announce that earlier today pupils from both St Winnow and Lostwithiel Primary School helped Lostwithiel Town Council, the Environment Agency and the Duchy of Cornwall plant a Community Orchard of 60 trees at Second Island Park. ………………. |
 | Town Council declares a Climate EmergencyFrom 19 Jul 2019 to 19 Jul 2021 Lostwithiel Town Council declares a Climate Emergency Lostwithiel Town Council has declared a Climate Emergency and agreed to work with Cornwall Council to assist them with their declaration to make Cornwall carbon neutral by 2030. |
