Helpful Hints
Dog Fouling
Problems with dog fouling can be reported to the district Dog Warden at Stratford District Council on 01789 260839. Where mess is being left in high footfall areas, alert the Clerk's Office
How do I get an allotment?
We operate a waiting list for allotments. Call 01608 662180 or email Emily Booth to have an informal chat about how the system works and have your name added to the waiting list.
Cemetery queries, including funerals and installation of memorials
Contact the Clerk's Office who will discuss your individual requirements and give appropriate advice.
My neighbour’s hedge/tree is causing an obstruction
Report the details to the Clerk’s office. The Town Clerk will write to the householder, with a warning that WCC Highways may issue a compliance order. Further action may be taken if the problem is not rectified.
Finding lost property
All lost property should be taken to the Library on Church Street.
How can I access the local police?
In an emergency dial 999. If you would like to speak to an officer or report an incident, telephone 101 or Warwickshire Police switchboard on 01926 415000 where call handlers can help direct your enquiry to the right place. The Shipston Safer Neighbourhood Team officers are PC 1508 Sid Hammond, PCSO 8520 Jen Read and PCSO 8275 Katie Brooks. Contact the Shipston Safer Neighbourhood Team
Advice on snow clearing, flood preparation, grass cutting and other seasonal issues
The Clerk’s office holds details of all the emergency planning and snow clearing services. Please contact the Clerk's Office for specific advice. General advice will be given out on the Council's Facebook page in the event of a weather warning.
Non delivery of Forum
The Shipston Forum is available to view here. It is delivered to all Shipston residents and some surrounding villages. Paper copies can be collected from either New Clark House, the Post Office or the Library. Please contact us if you have been missed.
Complaints about grounds maintenance work
Please report your concerns to the Clerk’s office. Complaints or issues will be dealt with as soon as possible. In some cases the concerns are about housing association open space, tenants should contact their landlord directly.
Highways Headaches
For all streetlighting, potholes, drains and illuminated sign queries, visit www.warwickshire.gov.uk and select “Report it”. Alternatively, visit www.warwickshire.fixmystreet.com
Council Tax - Making Payments
To make payments to other authorities, including paying your Council Tax, contact Stratford District Council on 01789 267575.
Rubbish collection
For all rubbish collection queries, contact Stratford District Council on 01789 267575 or visit www.stratford.gov.uk. The Shipston Household Waste Recycling Centre is managed by Warwickshire County Council. For opening hours go to www.warwickshire.gov.uk/recyclingshipston
Signage Queries
Complaints about missing / obscured / damaged signage should be referred to Streetscene at Stratford District Council. Please contact 01789 267575 for road name signs.
To report problems with traffic and direction signs, visit www.warwickshire.gov.uk and click on the “Report it” section.