Who we are & what we do
Bestwood Village Parish Council owns and is responsible for the recreation space in The Square, the football pitch, children's playground and exercise equipment. The council is also responsible for the Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) and BMX track at the side entrance to Bestwood Country Park. We maintain the flower troughs around the village and the displays around the signs at the entrance to the village.
Councillors are elected every 4 years by residents of the parish and anyone, (with certain exceptions) can stand for election. You can find out more about your current councillors here. The next elections will be in May 2027. Our clerk handles communication & record keeping for the council, so if you need more information or to contact us, email clerk@bestwoodvillagepc.org.
The Parish Council meet on the second Tuesday of most months, currently in St Mark's church at 7pm. Residents are welcome to observe our meetings - Details can be found on the meeting page.
Our work is funded by the 'precept' you pay as part of your council tax and this is currently around £30 per year depending on your Council Tax band. This covers our overheads and grants for local activities.
Technically Ashfield DC and City Council addresses fall outside of our parish boundary. However, all village residents are considered and encouraged to enjoy the local facilities.
Councillors
Our councillors are all elected, if you would like to become a councillor or find out more about what they do then please click here.
Jack Ashworth
Chairman
I have been on the council since it's start in 2018 and Chair since 2020. Have lived here since 1986 and very much consider the village my adopted home place. Since retiring just 10 years ago, I seem to be busier than ever and when I'm not working on council matters, spend my time supporting St Mark's church, the school and running the Baby & Toddler group with my wife, Susan
Ian Hart
Vice Chairman
I have been resident in the village since 1986 and a member of the PC for several years.
I am involved with the defibrillator, village planters and the Dynamo House Cafe as a Friend of Bestwood Country Park.
Jon Noone
I have worked in the textile wholesale trade for past 38 years . Have 4 kids , 1 still at home , and 3 dogs so I come a close 7th in the pecking order. I joined the PC after moving here in 2021 and have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the team that tries to make a difference and aid the village's needs as we grow and strive to improve village life
Rob White
My name is Robert White and I have lived in the village for 3 1/2 years. I have children that attend the local village school and enjoy the amenities the village has to offer. I look forward to meeting many residents over the next few years and hope to improve our community further.
Claire Brown
I moved to the village last year and joined the Parish Council to meet new people and get involved in community life. I'm happy to live in a place with such rich history, and with the beautiful country park on our doorstep.
Rob Davidson
Born and bred in Penrith, I came to Nottingham at 15. I did an apprenticeship at Radio Rentals and rose to the top, running the technical side of the business. I've been married to Pat 55 years and am now an active BVPC member
Laura Newcombe
Laura joined the Council in 2023
Our Staff
Parish Clerk
Clerk and RFO
Bestwood Village Parish Council
Mrs L Turgoose
- Telephone
- 07480513386
- [email protected]