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Adlington Town Council

Cllr Alison Rothwell

Welcome from the 2026-27 Mayor, Alison Rothwell

It is a privilege and a joy to have been appointed Town Mayor of Adlington for 2026/27.

On 11 May 2026, I was honoured to receive the Mayoral Chain from Stuart Clewlow at the Full Council Meeting, and I want to take this opportunity to thank Stuart warmly for everything he has done for Adlington during his mayoral year, his passion for our town’s heritage and history has been an inspiration, and he has represented Adlington with real dedication.

Adlington is a town with an extraordinary story, our canal, our railway, our mills, our moorland, and I am looking forward to celebrating all of it.

For me, though, this isn’t just a role – it’s home. I was born at Chorley Hospital and grew up on Babylon Lane, just across from my grandparents Norman and Jenny Fairclough. I attended Anderton Primary School, the third generation of my family to do so, and the school my own daughters later attended too.

I went on to what is now Albany Academy where I have since served as Chair of Governors and now sit as a Trustee and Runshaw College.

I am lucky enough to share all of this with my husband Ron Oultram, who will be by my side throughout the year as Mayor’s Consort.

When I’m not doing Council business, you’ll most likely find me out with our two border terriers, walking the Top Rec, the Adlington Circular, or heading up towards Rivington. I am, in every sense, an Adlington person – and I am proud of it.

I want this to be a year of connection: between neighbours, between generations, between the town council and the people we serve. I am genuinely excited for what lies ahead, and I would love to hear from you. Please do say hello if you see me around town – I’ll be the one with the big chain and an even bigger smile.

*Cllr Alison Rothwell, Town Mayor of Adlington*

Throughout my Mayoral year, I have chosen to fundraise in support of the Adlington Friendship Group and the 3rd Bownies and 2nd Adlington Rainbows. In the next Adlington Town Council newsletter, I will share more information about why I have chosen this local charitable cause. In the meantime, if you can help, donations can be made online by visiting JustGiving.com.

Co-option of a Town Councillor for Adlington

After the recent mid-term resignation of a Town Councillor, and in line with the provisions of Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act, Adlington Town Council is looking to appoint one Town Councillor to the West Ward by co-option until the next local election in May 2027.

The Town Council is inviting applications from those who:

Are interested in the local community, the environment and/or current affairs,

Will promote the interests of the Adlington community and the locality, and who will

Contribute to the work and activities of the Town Council.

The Town Council meets monthly for up to 1.5 hours plus preparation. Town Councillors share the responsibility of representation at local meetings or events and on other organisations.

The Town Mayor leads the Council supported by the Deputy. Find out more about Adlington Town Council and the meeting calendar from our www.adlingtontowncouncil.gov.uk

If you are interested in becoming a Town Councillor, please send your name and address, together with a short summary (one A4 sheet) of your interests, relevant skills and/or experience to be received by 5pm on Sunday 7 June 2026 by email to: clerk@adlingtontowncouncil.gov.uk

All applications will be considered.

Applicants may be invited to attend for interview. Interviews will be arranged as soon as practical at a mutually convenient time and date.

The Town Council monthly meetings are held in Adlington Library, Railway Road, Adlington, PR6 9RG, normally on the third Monday in the month starting at 7.15pm.

To be a Town Councillor you must meet the following criteria:

• Be an elector over 18 years of age, and
During the twelve months before the day on which you apply to be considered you must have either lived in Adlington, or within three miles of the Township boundary, or have occupied (as owner or tenant) any land or premises therein, or, your principal or only place of work must have been in Adlington.

If you have any questions or want more information, please contact: The Clerk to Adlington Town Council Tel: 07896 729646

Adlington Library

We are very lucky to have Adlington Library and the range of services it offers 

With thanks to Staff and involvement from the Friends of Adlington Library group, the venue provides activities, entertainment and educational opportunities for a wide range of ages and abilities. Thank you to everyone involved in its operation 

Next time you have the chance, visit the library and see what it can offer you.

Opening times from 1st November 2025 –
Monday: 9-6pm
Tuesday: 9-5pm
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 9-2pm
Friday: 9-5pm
Saturday: 9-1pm
Sunday: CLOSE

Telephone : 0300 123 670

Email: adlington.library@lancashire.gov.uk 

Adlington & District Community Centre

On the 31st March 2026, the Adlington & District Community Centre building reaches the 120th anniversary of its official opening.


Providing a varied role within Adlington since 1906, the building has been a Sunday School, Playgroup, Youth club, Party venue, Meeting place, Concert hall, Theatrical venue, and even a shelter during World War Two!


As with many community places like this, it operates thanks to the selfless dedication of Volunteers. We would like to thank everyone that has played a part in its history and encourage people to continue or consider volunteering, to play a part in shaping its future and ensuring it can remain a valued asset within our community for years to come.

Anaerobic Digester Plant

We were very disappointed to learn that the initial decision to reject the application for an Anaerobic Digester Plant has been overturned on appeal.

Although the applicant now has permission, we are of the understanding that there is still a number of processes for them to go through before any development will begin.

We will continue to monitor the situation.

Grove House SAVED!

Following lots of discussions, meetings, protests, and a lot of determination from residents and local Councillors, we were pleased to hear that Grove House has been saved from closure!

It goes without saying that this is great news to residents, their families, staff, Adlington and the wider community.

We look forward to learning more about the situation, but for now, well done to everyone that has been involved with this very serious and concerning issue.

Christmas Concert 2025

Thank you to everyone that came to for our annual Christmas Carol Concert at the Adlington & District Community Centre. What a great performance, as ever, by our very talented friends from Rivington & Adlington Band.

We hope everyone enjoyed the evening. It was great to see so many people from the community coming together, having a laugh, singing along, and enjoying the festive season.

It was nice to also be able to welcome the Mayor & Mayoress of Chorley, the Town Mayor & Consort of Horwich, and the Town Mayor & Consort of Blackrod.

Special thanks to all the Volunteers involved in the event, giving their time and effort for others.

Best wishes to everyone for Christmas and the coming New Year!

SPID update: Railway Road, Adlington.

A SPID was placed on Railway Road in 2023, positioned close to the children’s nursery and not far from the entrance to St Paul’s Church and Primary School. The location was selected in accordance with guidance provided at that time.

The data was recently downloaded and made for interesting reading!

Analysis of the data provides the following:

• Data collection period 1st August 2023 to 30th September 2025

• 2.2 million vehicle movements recorded

• 97% of vehicle speeds were below 30mph

• 52% of vehicle speeds were below 20 mph

After so much traffic, its good to see such a high percentage of vehicles moving within the speed limit.

Save Grove House!

On 15th November 2025, there was a very well attended demonstration outside Adlington Library to highlight the risk of closing Grove House, our residential Care Home in Adlington.

The support for residents and staff was overwhelming as the crowd included our MP, County Councillors, Borough Councillors, Town Councillors, Parish Councillors, Grove House family members and residents from across Adlington & District.

Well done to everyone that attended and thank you. The collective voice of the Adlington community was loud…SAVE GROVE HOUSE!

Remembrance Sunday 2025

Thank you to everyone from our community that attended the Adlington & District Remembrance Sunday Parade & Service. A special thank you to all the Volunteers that helped in any way and in any capacity, to enable us to do what we’ve done.

Seeing all generations coming together to pay respects to our Armed Forces past and present, was humbling, heartwarming and gives hope for the future.

The Town Mayor of Adlington had the honour of laying wreaths at the Cenotaph in Astley Park, Chorley, at the Chorley Pals Memorial, and of course, at the Adlington & District War Memorial.

It meant a great deal to represent the community and ensure that the people from Adlington, that made the ‘Ultimate Sacrifice’, are not forgotten.