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  • Welcome to Hungerford Town Council's Website

    Welcome to Hungerford Town Council's Website

  • Smarten up Hungerford and Mayor holding flag

    Coronation Celebration

    Smarten up Hungerford and Mayor holding flag

  • Remembrance Day Parade 2021

    Remembrance Day 2021

  • Skatepark

    New Skate Park

  • Ceremony of Freedom of Hungerford April 2026

    The ceremony of REME Freedom of the Town 2026

  • Skatepark

    New Skate Park

  • Croft Field Activity Centre

    Croft Field Activity Centre


Do you want 20mph areas in Hungerford?
19 June 2026

There has been discussion recently about introducing 20mph areas in Hungerford and we would like to know your views on this. 

Please click on the link below to our survey which should take less than 2 minutes to complete. 

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NGG87QC

The consultation is open until 31st July 2026. Thank you.

Councillor vacancy
13 May 2026

Thank you for your interest in joining the council. We currently have one vacancy that we are able to fill by co-option and soon expect to have authority to fill a second by the same process.

Please find attached a copy of HTC's policy explaining the process for joining the council by co-option. If you decide you would like to apply we will require Appendix A signed and returned along with your resume for consideration. Prior to applying we recommend you attend a month's worth of Town Council meetings to get a feel for how they run and topics for discussion. The next upcoming agendas can be found on the home page of this website. There is always the option to introduce yourself at the meetings should you wish or you can just listen.

The co-option policy refers to the Code of Conduct. This along with our Standing Orders and Financial Regulations can all be found on our website under 'policies'. Here is a link Policies - Hungerford Town Council (hungerford-tc.gov.uk) A calendar of our meetings can be found on the home page of our website. Most meetings usually take place in the Library and are generally held on a Monday evening commencing at 7pm.

To give you an idea of the commitment required –

All councillors meet for Full Council, usually the first Monday of every month and you would also be required to join at least 2 other committees, so attending around 3 meetings a month. There are a variety of committees to choose from and free training is available. Outside of meetings most correspondence is by email but there are also site meetings, civic events and hands on tasks depending on your interest. It is quite a commitment but very rewarding.

If you have any queries whatsoever please don’t hesitate to give me a call (01488 686195) and I am happy to chat through what the role would involve in more detail.

Kind regards

Claire Barnes

Town Clerk

Hungerford Town Council

email: townclerk@hungerford-tc.gov.uk

Our website aims to inform you about the activities of the Council and to invite your comments.

There are 15 volunteer Councillors who are supported by the Town Clerk's team. Full Council meets every month and there are four main committees and the timetable for these is listed in the calendar. Town issues are actively debated and actions taken to try and make life better for the people of Hungerford.

If you have any concerns or issues please contact a Councillor, or contact the Town Council Office.

The Town Council office is situated in the new Library building with automatic doors and is next to Church Street Car Park which has disabled parking.

Office opening hours are:

Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10am - 2pm

Town Council Office, Hungerford Town Council, The Library, Church Street, Hungerford RG17 0JG

You are welcome to visit us in the office or you can contact us in the following ways:

  • by calling 01488 686195 and leaving a message
  • by email: admin@hungerford-tc.gov.uk
  • via the "Contact Us" page on this website

06 July 2026

Full Town Council Meeting

The Library Monday 7:00 pm View Meeting Details
08 July 2026

Finance and General Purposes

The Library Wednesday 7:00 pm View Meeting Details



2025-2027 Meeting Dates


New mayor Cllr Jerry Keates and his wife and consort Deborah Keates
Mayor Cllr Jerry Keates and Deputy Mayor Cllr Chris Hall

We are honoured to welcome Cllr Jerry Keates as the new Mayor of Hungerford Town Council and Cllr Chris Hall as the new Deputy Mayor.

Cllr Jerry Keates

Jerry has been a dedicated member of the Hungerford community since moving here with his wife Deborah in 2015, and is now in his fifth year serving as a Town Councillor. He joined the Council to give back to the town and is passionate about preserving Hungerford’s rich history and strong community spirit, while supporting thoughtful, sustainable growth within its AONB setting.

A strong believer in collaboration, Jerry works closely with fellow councillors, local organisations, and businesses to ensure community voices are heard. He takes a very hands-on approach and is a familiar face around town, often helping to organise and support key events such as the Platinum Jubilee, King’s Coronation, D-Day 80 commemorations, REME and Constables’ Parades, and regularly serving as MC for the Christmas Lights Switch On.

Jerry currently chairs the Highways & Transport Committee, working closely with West Berkshire Council, and is actively involved with the Royal British Legion, the Chamber of Commerce, Smarten Up Hungerford, and the Town & Manor. He is particularly keen to encourage greater participation from veterans in Remembrance events.

Supported by a fantastic team, Jerry looks forward to doing his very best for our wonderful town and its residents.

Cllr Chris Hall

Chris is a recent addition to Hungerford Town Council, bringing with him a lifetime of experience living and working in and around the town. His deep local knowledge and strong community connections are invaluable assets to the Council.

He has practical experience in project management, having successfully built his own home while overseeing contractors and budgets. In addition, Chris runs two local businesses, further strengthening his understanding of the town’s needs and opportunities.

Passionate about preserving Hungerford’s unique beauty and character while supporting its continued growth and modernisation, Chris is a highly welcome member of the Council. Alongside his duties as Deputy Mayor, he also serves as Deputy Chair of the Recreation, Amenities & War Memorials Committee.


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Penny Post

02

June 2026
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Hungerford has a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor

Hungerford

05

May 2026
photo of new Mayor and Deputy Mayor

We are honoured to welcome Cllr Jerry Keates as the new Mayor of Hungerford Town Council and Cllr Chris Hall as the new Deputy Mayor.

Cllr Jerry Keates

Jerry has been a dedicated member of the Hungerford community since moving here with his wife Deborah in 2015, and is now in his fifth year serving as a Town Councillor. He joined the Council to give back to the town and is passionate about preserving Hungerford’s rich history and strong community spirit, while supporting thoughtful, sustainable growth within its AONB setting.

A strong believer in collaboration, Jerry works closely with fellow councillors, local organisations, and businesses to ensure community voices are heard. He takes a very hands-on approach and is a familiar face around town, often helping to organise and support key events such as the Platinum Jubilee, King’s Coronation, D-Day 80 commemorations, REME and Constables’ Parades, and regularly serving as MC for the Christmas Lights Switch On.

Jerry currently chairs the Highways & Transport Committee, working closely with West Berkshire Council, and is actively involved with the Royal British Legion, the Chamber of Commerce, Smarten Up Hungerford, and the Town & Manor. He is particularly keen to encourage greater participation from veterans in Remembrance events.

Supported by a fantastic team, Jerry looks forward to doing his very best for our wonderful town and its residents.

Cllr Chris Hall

Chris is a recent addition to Hungerford Town Council, bringing with him a lifetime of experience living and working in and around the town. His deep local knowledge and strong community connections are invaluable assets to the Council.

He has practical experience in project management, having successfully built his own home while overseeing contractors and budgets. In addition, Chris runs two local businesses, further strengthening his understanding of the town’s needs and opportunities.

Passionate about preserving Hungerford’s unique beauty and character while supporting its continued growth and modernisation, Chris is a highly welcome member of the Council. Alongside his duties as Deputy Mayor, he also serves as Deputy Chair of the Recreation, Amenities & War Memorials Committee.

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