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Have your say - restoring our natural watercourses above an image of Barton Haven.
Nature and water set for revival in Barton – residents invited...
27 March 2026

Residents in Barton upon Humber are being invited to help shape an ambitious new project to bring nature, water and…

Council leader Rob Waltham, MP Martin Vickers, Cllr Keith Vickers, and Cllr Paul Vickers at Waters' Edge
Waters’ Edge set for 20th anniversary makeover
6 March 2026

A much-loved local landmark is set for a fresh chapter as Waters’ Edge Country Park & Visitor Centre receives new…

Four men standing on a walkway with the Humber Bridge in the background
Council unlocks £38m flood defence scheme to protect homes...
4 March 2026

Homes in Barrow Haven, Barton upon Humber and New Holland will benefit from stronger flood protection after North Lincolnshire Council…

Four people standing on the boardwalk at Water's Edge surrounded by grassland
New boardwalk gives winter visitors a reason to get outside at...
24 December 2025

A new boardwalk at Waters’ Edge Visitor Centre in Barton – now open to the public – is giving residents…

Aerial photograph showing Barton Upon Humber landmarks
Barton wins big: Residents back new neighbourhood plan as...
11 December 2025

Residents in Barton have overwhelmingly backed a new community-driven Neighbourhood Plan – and councillors have now formally approved it, putting…

Cllr's, fostering staff and fostering community members at the fostering film showcase event
Could you give the gift of home in 2026 for a local child in...
25 November 2025

The fostering team at North Lincolnshire Council are launching their heartfelt Christmas campaign, Give the Gift of Home, celebrating the power of family, care and belonging.  The campaign shines a light…

Fostering team at our Kinship care brunch.
The Fostering Team are shining a light on Kinship Care and...
15 October 2025

Last week (6–12 October) was Kinship Care Week, a national celebration of kinship families across England and Wales. Kinship carers…

Tom foster child with fostering family after winning his running race
Tom’s race with new foster carers
9 October 2025

Foster carers who help our children reach for the stars. That is the message of an inspiring new fostering film…

Children and Families one workforce graphic.
Community Care collaboration showcases children’s social care...
23 September 2025

In an exciting new partnership with Community Care – the UK’s leading platform for the social work sector – North…

Image announcing Barton cricket club as fostering friendly members From Left to Right Andrew Tester, Club President. Julie Reed, Cabinet Member for Childrens and Families, Laurissa Reynolds Marketing and Communication officer for fostering, Paul Bell, Vice Chairman and 1st Team Player.
Barton Cricket Club steps up to support fostering in North...
5 September 2025

Barton Cricket Club has become the latest organisation to be recognised as Fostering Friendly in North Lincolnshire, joining a growing…

Group picture at Barton Town Cricket Club - Community Grant - Aug 2025
New training facilities set to bowl over the local community at...
31 August 2025

A new artificial training facility is now in use at Barton Town Cricket Club, thanks to a £37,000 investment from…

Image of Business Hive members and one of our young people that took part in the reverse recruitment fair event.
Young people gain valuable skills and confidence through the...
21 August 2025

Recently, a truly inspiring event took place in North Lincolnshire, as local young people in foster care stepped into the…

An image of Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, presenting a cheque for UKSPF funding to Waters' Edge in Barton
Community Grant boost to Barton community projects
6 August 2025

Funding has been released through North Lincolnshire Council for two major community projects in Barton. Projects totalling £745,000 will support…

Graphic showing young people doing a variety of tasks example ironing, cooking and driving
Be the final stepping stone on the journey to independence by...
4 August 2025

Throughout the month of August, North Lincolnshire Council’s fostering team are shining a spotlight on supported lodgings hosts, who provide…

An image of the barrier at the entry to Bridge View Park in Barton
Barrier to be locked at Barton viewing area to deter anti-social...
24 July 2025

In response to reports of ongoing anti-social behaviour, the barrier at the Barton upon Humber viewing area Bridge View Park…