Halstead Town Council Facilities

Halstead Town Council is specifically responsible for the following amenities and facilities in the Town.

Car Parks

Halstead Town Council provides 2 pay and display public car parks providing parking for more than 150 cars.

Queens Hall

A large community hall located at the top of the High Street. Ideal for dances, wedding receptions, childrens parties and for commercial hire.

Allotments

Halstead Town Council has six allotment sites in the town.

Courtauld Sports Ground

Facilities available to hire through the groundsman - 07748 073524 or Queens Hall office - 01787 476480

Other activities and facilities organised by the Town Council:

  • Band in the Park – Although the Public Gardens are owned by Braintree District Council the Town Council arrange bands in the park to coincide with other events taking place in the Town throughout the year.
  • Christmas Activities – Christmas Fair, Torchlight Procession, Official switch-on of the Christmas lights in the Town, provision of Christmas lights.
  • Mayoral Activities – fundraising events for the Mayor’s Charity, Civic Reception etc.
  • Planting – Hanging baskets planting and tubs in the Town.
  • Public conveniences – Kings Road.
  • Public Footpaths – clearing of some public footpaths on behalf of the Highway Authority as part of the Parish Paths Partnership.
  • Over 60’s Outings and party – 5 outings every year and a Christmas party.
  • Summer Fun – Four days in July / August of free weekend Activities for children
  • Town Clock – Repair and maintenance of the Town Clock in St Andrews Church Tower.

The Town Council also assist in monitoring highways and liaise between other Councils and the public as a first point of contact.

On street parking in Halstead is managed by North Essex Parking Partnership