Most of Ringwood Town Council’s services are funded from the Council Tax paid by householders in Ringwood. Council Tax, which is collected by New Forest District Council, also funds services of the District Council, Hampshire County Council, Hampshire Constabulary and Fire Authority.
Unlike County and District Councils, the Town Council does not receive funds from central government or income from rates paid by local businesses. Ringwood Town Council raises some funds from fees and charges (for example for sports facilities).
Each year Ringwood Town Council calculates the budget required to provide its services. The expected income from fees and charges is deducted to leave the balance required for services and any capital projects. This sum is called the ‘Precept’; it is the amount the Town Council asks the District Council to collect for it as a proportion of the total Council Tax paid by householders of Ringwood.
Financial Regulations - adopted July 2024
Current fees and charges 2023-24
Treasury Management Policy 2022 - endorsed Nov'23
Dec
Ringwood Town Council is deeply concerned that this year’s Christmas Lights Display falls far below the standard expected. The appointed contractor failed to complete installation in time or to meet the specification.
The contractor is being pressed to resolve the deficiencies as soon as possible. The Council is looking to its legal remedies under its display contract. Further information will be given as soon as it is clearer what will be done.
In the meanwhile we share the disappointment of residents.
Dec
Ringwood came alive on Sunday 1 December during its much-loved annual Christmas event, but the fun doesn’t end there - join in the festive fun while wandering around the town; take part in the Ringwood Reindeer Ramble and vote in the Christmas Window Decoration Competition.
Nov
Ringwood’s much-loved Winter Wanderland returns this Sunday 1st December, promising a spectacular launch to the Christmas season.
