Nominations are now open for the Citizen of the Year Awards 2026, which celebrate individuals and groups who dedicate their time, energy and passion to improving the lives of others across the Rochford District.
The Chairman of Rochford District Council, Councillor Jo McPherson, is inviting young people who live in or attend an infant or primary school within the Rochford District to take part in this year’s Chairman’s Christmas card design competition.
We're asking residents to share their views on the council’s priorities and how it spends its money, raises income, and sets council tax for the year ahead.
On Tuesday 16 September, at an Extraordinary Council meeting, councillors backed a proposal to support Best4Essex as the Council’s response to the Government’s Local Government Reorganisation.
Rayleigh Windmill is proud to take part in this year’s Heritage Open Days, joining attractions across the country in celebrating England’s architectural and cultural heritage. Visitors are invited to explore this iconic local landmark on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September, with guided tours available from 1pm to 4pm each day.
On 16 September, Rochford Council will hold a debate on Local Government Reorganisation. This follows the Government’s Devolution White Paper in which they set out to replace the current ‘two-tier’ system of local government with ‘single tier’ unitary authorities.
Rochford District Council has confirmed that the Freight House will be added to its official Assets of Community Value Register
The Mill Arts & Events Centre will reopen to the public on Monday 1 September, following a temporary closure to allow essential health and safety improvement works and structural enhancements to take place that could not be undertaken while the building was operational.
Our new trial offering 30 minutes of free parking in council-owned pay and display car parks (excluding Hockley Woods and The Approach, Rayleigh) will run from 1 September to 30 November 2025.
Rayleigh Windmill has once again been awarded the VisitEngland Quality Assured Visitor Attraction accreditation, celebrating its continued excellence as both a heritage landmark and a valued community space.