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Working for the Local Community

Welcome to Stamford

Packed with stunning Georgian architecture, Stamford was designated Britain’s first Conservation Area in 1967 and is often referred to as the finest stone town in England.

With a rich and captivating history, Stamford boasts more than 600 listed buildings, and a vibrant town centre brimming with a mixture of well-known names and independent retailers and eateries.

The Stamford Town Council website will help you discover more about our stunningly beautiful town and the services Stamford Town Council offers to residents, businesses and visitors to the town.

The town of Stamford is served by three tiers of local government:

  • Lincolnshire County Council (LCC)
  • South Kesteven District Council (SKDC)
  • Stamford Town Council

Each Council is responsible for different services and takes on key roles to provide a range of services to residents.

Stamford Town Council comprises of 21 councillors, a town clerk and a dedicated team of staff who are primarily based at the Town Hall on St Mary’s Hill. The beautiful Grade II* Georgian listed building hosts a range of community events and provides an historic venue for marriage ceremonies and civil partnerships.

Explore this website to learn more about what makes Stamford such a unique and exceptional place to live, while discovering how Stamford Town Council supports the local community.

Next Town Council Meeting

The next Town Council Meeting will be held on Monday 30th Jun, 2025 at 7:00 PM

This meeting will be held at Stamford Town Hall. Members of the public are welcome to attend; please see the agenda for more details.

Contact the Council

If you have a matter which you wish to draw to the council's attention please use the details on our contact page to get in touch.

Latest News

A volunteer works at a table covered with old books, tools, paper, and supplies, with a bookshelf in the background.

Celebrating our volunteers

This week is Volunteers Week, a UK-wide celebration that recognises the invaluable contributions of volunteers. Here at Stamford Town Council, we are indebted to our dedicated team of 11 volunteers […]

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