About Us

The Spalding & District Civic Society was founded in 1960. Registered as a Charity in 1969, we encourage and promote Civic Pride in Spalding. We do this by:-

Keeping a watching brief on local planning applications and opposing damaging and poor-quality development
Working constructively with the South Holland District Council, but making a critical stand where necessary
Promoting and defending the vitality of the Town Centre
Giving evidence at public inquiries
Keeping abreast of best practice in town planning and urging its adoption locally
Planting trees to enhance the environment and promoting conservation awareness
Floating ideas for the regeneration of run-down sites
Undertaking surveys
Reviewing listed buildings and the Conservation Area

We are a member of Civic Voice the national charity for the civic movement in England.

The aims of Civic Voice are to make places more attractive, enjoyable and distinctive, and to promote civic pride.

Website Highlights

Projects & Campaigns

Find out about the projects & campaigns that the Society are currently working on including our views on the regeneration of Spalding Town Centre.

MARK-IT Trail

The MARK-IT Trail is the next stage of our ongoing joint Market Art Project with Transported Art to bring artworks into the town centre recalling the towns past as a market for all forms of livestock and produce.

Spalding Town Council

Would a Town Council make a difference to Spalding? We set out what powers a Town Council could potentially have in order to kickstart an informed debate.

Blue Plaque Scheme

Find out about our Blue Plaque Scheme, and those who are the been awarded one. You may be surprised just who has been connected with the town.

Of interest

Here you will find articles of particular interest about Spalding and it's rich heritage.

What the papers said

A collection of news reports of events that have historical significance to Spalding.

Latest Newsletter

FROM THE CHAIRMAN

MARK-IT Trail update, Spalding Town Board update, and thoughts on the Hall Place makeover.

OCTOPUMPKIN

Pumpkin Festival report.

THE RETURNERS

Livestock are returning to the streets of Spalding. Find out about the pure breeds which the sculptures of sheep and cattle will portray.

STENINGESKOLAN

School building design - Swedish style.

MARK-IT TRAIL

Things are progressing.

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER NOW AVAILABLE

November 2024 Newsletter

Our 2025 Calendar is now on sale.

2025 Calendar

In the news...

Blue Plaque unveiled to founder of The Salvation Army in Spalding

Full story here (Salvation Army)

Spalding town centre retailer praised for transformation of shop window.

Full story here (Spalding Voice)

Tributes to our former Secretary, Marion Brassington

Full stor y her e (Spalding Today)

Spalding's new statue reflects agricultural heritage when farmers said: "You're hired"

Full story here (Spalding Today)

The Hiring gets its unveiling

Full story here (Spalding Voice)

Spalding Civic Society says former Johnson Hospital in Priory Road should be listed as historic asset

Full story here (Spalding Today)

We need to make the most of Hall Place in Spalding'

Our President's vision for Hall Place

Full story here (Spalding Today)

Spalding Civic Society calls for policy on shop front policy on vinyl window stickers

Full story here (Spalding Today)

Members of Spalding and District Civic Society calls for a new shop front guide - and an end to ‘garish’ vinyl coverings

Full story here (Spalding Today)

Plans for Spalding sheep and cow sculptures approved

Full story here (BBC)

New sculptures for Spalding passed

Full story here (Spalding Voice)

Gren light for sheep and cattle sculptures

Full story here (LincsOnline)

Livestock markets used to take place in the very heart of Spalding. Discover our vision for a unique trail of sculptures and art works that will recall that heritage in a unique way through the completion of our longstanding Market Art Project

Our Vision for Spalding

PLANNING NOTES

Over the years we have commented on many planning applications. In some cases we have managed to secure changes to the applications, which in others we have not been successful, Sometimes we have prepared lengthy submissions which disappear from the the Council's planning porta after a decision has been made.

Rather than see our submissions be lost to history, this page will catalogue our more significant submissions and their outcome.

History will then be able to judge our position and that of the planning authority when a development becomes reality.

Planning Notes

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