Welcome to Highnam
Highnam is an English civil parish within the district of Tewkesbury and the county of Gloucestershire
Highnam is a Gloucestershire parish of about 2,000 residents, located three miles west of Gloucester, separated by the River Severn. It is bounded by the River Leadon to the north and Highnam Woods RSPB nature reserve to the west. Most residents live in 1930s and 1980s developments, separated from farmland by a spine road. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful setting of Holy Innocents Church (built 1850s) and the Highnam Court gardens, which are open to the public, especially during summer events.
Contact Information
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- 07851 193851
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- Opening times
- 9.30-1.00pm
Tuesday & Thursday
Forthcoming Meetings
News
Transport
Have your say on Gloucestershire’s transport future
People who live, work and travel in Gloucestershire are being invited to help shape the future of transport in the county as a public consultation launches on the draft new Local Transport Plan (LTP).
Recreation
Countdown begins for Tewkesbury Mop Fair 2026
With more than 50 attractions ranging from traditional family rides to adrenaline-fuelled favourites, the fair promises fun for all ages. Visitors can also continue to enjoy Tewkesbury's shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, which will remain open throughout the event.
Council Business
Annual Canvass of households
Tewkesbury Borough Council have nearly finished this year’s work on the Annual Canvass of households in the Borough. As you know, the canvass is their way of trying to make sure that the information on the electoral register for every address is accurate and up to date.
Events
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West Gloucestershire Arts Society
The Great Age of the Shogun: Art and Culture in Edo Period Japan Marie Conte-Helm
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West Gloucestershire Arts Society
Ticket Event for Christmas: 'The Art of Partying': A Feast for the Eyes! Alice Foster
Quick Links
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Past Council Meetings
See the most recent full council meetings including agendas, minutes and supporting documents
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Finance
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts.
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Governance & Policies
Find documents published by the council, including data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Report an Issue (Tewkesbury Borough Council)
Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.
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Planning Applications
View planning applications on the Tewkesbury Borough Council Website
People
Hannah Layzell
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cllrhannahlayzell@
highnamparishcouncil. gov. uk - Parish Councillor
Dave Rhodes
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cllrdaverhodes@
highnamparishcouncil. gov. uk - Parish Councillor
Mark McGillion
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cllrmarkmcgillion@
highnamparishcouncil. gov. uk - Parish Councillor
Russ Bailey
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cllrrussbailey@
highnamparishcouncil. gov. uk - Parish Councillor
Bill Nicol
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cllrbillnicol@
highnamparishcouncil. gov. uk - Parish Councillor
Council and Staff Figures
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Area Information
Stats
| Population Estimate | 2022 |
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| District | Tewkesbury |
| County | Gloucestershire |
| Region | South West |
| Country | England |
| Postcode District | GL2 |
| Dialling Code | 01452 |
| Police Force | Gloucestershire |
| Fire Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Health Area | Gloucestershire |