East Herts Council has launched the first stage of its new Local Plan Scoping Consultation, and residents of Walkern are encouraged to take part. This early consultation will help shape how the district grows, how infrastructure is planned, and how our natural environment is protected in the years ahead. The consultation is now live and […]
We currently have a vacancy for a Parish Councillor and are looking for an enthusiastic local resident who would like to help support and improve our community. Becoming a Parish Councillor is a rewarding way to make a difference locally, have your voice heard and work alongside others on matters that affect Walkern. […]
Walkern Parish Council Report The Walkern Annual Parish Council Meeting and the monthly Parish Council Meeting were held on Thursday 7th May 2026 at Walkern Sports and Community Centre. This report covers some of the issues we have been dealing with over the last few months. The full minutes of the meetings are available on […]
The Parish Council Meeting was held on Thursday 2nd April 2026 at Walkern Sports and Community Centre. This report covers some of the issues we have been dealing with over the last few months. The full minutes of the meeting are available on the Parish Council website and on the Parish Council Notice Board outside […]
An application has been submitted to North Herts District Council for the installation of a large-scale solar farm on land south of the A507 near Cumberlow Green. This proposal lies adjacent to a separate planning application submitted to East Herts District Council for a solar farm between Cromer and Cottered. Although these developments are outside […]
You are invited to view an exhibition of draft proposals for around 10 new houses at Bockings, Church End. DATE / TIME Wednesday 18th September 7pm to 8pm VENUE Walkern Sports and Social Club Jubilee Pavilion High Street Walkern SG2 7NP This is NOT an exhibition organised by the Parish Council. It is organised by […]
Would you be interested in becoming a Parish Councillor? The voluntary position involves working as a team with other councillors to make Walkern a better place for it’s residents. You would be expected to attend monthly meetings and get involved with the administration of the council. For more information contact Michele Rist: 01438 861367 […]
Walkern Parish Council Report The Parish Council does not meet in August but this report covers some of the issues we have been dealing with over the last few months. The full minutes of the meeting held in July will be available on the Parish Council website and on the Parish Council Notice Board by […]
PARISH OF WALKERN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that due to the resignation of John Wilson, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Parish Councillor for the Parish Council. If by 9 September 2024 (14 days excluding Dies Non, after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is […]
At the full Council meeting of East Herts District Council on Wednesday 24th July, Councillors agreed to make (adopt) the Walkern Neighbourhood Plan First Revision. It now forms part of the development plan for Walkern Parish, replacing the 2018 Walkern Neighbourhood Plan. All the documentation relating to the Neighbourhood Plan is available on the East Herts District […]