TODMORDEN TOWN COUNCIL

What TODMORDEN TOWN COUNCIL does

Todmorden Town Council is the elected parish/town council serving approximately 15,000 residents of the market town of Todmorden in the Upper Calder Valley, Calderdale, West Yorkshire, England. Operating under UK local government law and accountable to Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council, it is led by Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer Naomi Crewe, with Cllr Susan Press serving as Mayor and Cllr Denis Skelton as Council Leader. The council delivers statutory local government functions and convenes community activity through five formal committees (Full Council, Climate Emergency, Development, Staffing, and Resources) plus a network of 28+ voluntary group partnerships.

The council's service portfolio centres on physical community infrastructure rather than software products. Key facilities include the 1874 Todmorden Town Hall (civic offices and meeting venue), the newly rebuilt Pavilion in Centre Vale Park (commercial kitchen, function room, and meeting room available for hire at £7.50–£15/hour), and the restored Grade II listed 1914 Edwardian Bandstand. Public safety infrastructure includes seven automated external defibrillators, six publicly accessible 24/7. Programmes include the annual My Tree Promise scheme (100 dwarf fruit trees distributed to residents), the Service to Todmorden Awards, Community Grants, and Climate Emergency Grants funding events such as the Todmorden Tomorrow Festival. The council also runs a Neighbourhood Plan and advocates on resident issues including public transport and banking access, having partnered with Cash Access UK and LINK to establish a Banking Hub after the closure of all high-street banks.

The business model is publicly funded: primary income is council tax precept from residents, supplemented by government and lottery grants (notably £248,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and £250,000 from the Community Ownership Fund), Town Deal capital (part of a £17.5M programme where the council acts as sponsor for Centre Vale Park projects), facility hire, and small transactional revenue from Pavilion bookings. The 2026/27 operating budget is £513,137, which the council characterises as having a 'reasonable' effect on individual households. Technology is limited to a WordPress-based website and social media channels (Facebook, X, Instagram) for communications; no AI/ML, API, or proprietary software capability is present.

Name

TODMORDEN TOWN COUNCIL

Legal name

Todmorden Town Council

Website

https://todmorden-tc.gov.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1874

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Todmorden Town Council is the elected parish council serving approximately 15,000 residents in West Yorkshire, England, delivering local government services, managing community facilities (Town Hall, Pavilion, Bandstand), and running climate, grants, and public safety programmes funded by council tax and government grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Local Government and Civic Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAIACAF

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities)

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Local/Municipal Government Administration

Keywords

• Local government services
• Civic administration
• Community venue hire
• Public grant funding
• Climate action programmes

Headquarters

HQ city

Todmorden

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Council Tax Funding: Primary revenue source through council tax contributions from approximately 15,000 residents in Todmorden.
2. Government Grants and Town Deal Funding: External funding including Town Deal (£17.5M programme), National Lottery Heritage Fund (£248,000), and Community Ownership Fund (£250,000) for specific capital projects.
3. Facility Hire: Revenue from hiring council facilities including Pavilion spaces (meeting rooms and function rooms) to community groups and individuals.
4. Pavilion Venue Booking: Commercial kitchen and room hire at the Pavilion in Centre Vale Park generating hourly rental income.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Todmorden Town Council is an elected local government body providing civic services, community facilities, and public programmes to the residents of Todmorden in West Yorkshire. Its core offerings include democratic governance through council meetings, management of community venues (Pavilion, Bandstand, Town Hall), awarding of community grants, climate action initiatives such as the My Tree Promise scheme, and management of the £17.5M Town Deal capital projects. The Council serves approximately 15,000 residents and is funded through council tax and government grants.

Product overview

Todmorden Town Council is a local government body providing civic services and community facilities to a historic market town of approximately 15,000 residents. The council operates a portfolio of physical venues and programmes rather than a software product: key facilities include the newly rebuilt Pavilion in Centre Vale Park available for community hire, the restored Grade II listed Bandstand for performances and events, and Todmorden Town Hall for civic meetings. Environmental initiatives include the annual My Tree Promise scheme offering dwarf fruit trees to residents, and the Climate Emergency Committee overseeing climate action grants. Community support programmes encompass the Service to Todmorden Awards recognising local contributions, a grants programme for community organisations, and public safety infrastructure including seven defibrillators. The council also manages Centre Vale Park improvement projects through the Town Deal programme, including bandstand restoration, bowling pavilion rebuild, and MUGA development. These services are delivered through traditional local government operations rather than a software platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Pavilion A newly rebuilt community facility in Centre Vale Park featuring a commercial kitchen, function room with glass frontage opening onto the park, small meeting room, and fully accessible venue overlooking four bowling greens. Available to hire for community events, meetings, classes, and activities.
• Todmorden Bandstand A Grade II listed Edwardian bandstand built in 1914, restored as part of the Town Deal programme. Located in Centre Vale Park, available for performances, festivals, and community events.
• My Tree Promise Scheme Annual initiative offering 100 potted dwarf fruit trees to Todmorden residents to enhance tree canopy coverage, support climate action, and provide edible produce to households.
• Service to Todmorden Awards Annual awards scheme honouring individuals and organisations demonstrating outstanding commitment and service to the Todmorden community across three categories: Young Person (Under 18), Individual, and Organisations.
• Public Access Defibrillators Network of seven automated external defibrillators installed across Todmorden in partnership with Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Charity, with six publicly accessible 24/7.
• Community Grants Programme Grant funding programme supporting community groups, voluntary organisations, and local initiatives. Also includes Climate Emergency Grants for environmental projects (e.g., Todmorden Tomorrow Festival of the Future).
• Todmorden Town Hall Historic civic building serving as the council offices and venue for council meetings, civic events, and community hire. Located at Bridge Street with Halifax Road entrance.
• Neighbourhood Plan Council-led planning framework establishing development guidelines and community vision for Todmorden's future growth and preservation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully secured £248,000 from National Lottery Heritage Fund for Bandstand restoration
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Calderdale MBCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorking partnership on Centre Vale Park projects including Bandstand renovation and Bowling Pavilion rebuild. Calderdale MBC granted lease of assets to Town Council.
• Todmorden Town Deal BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOverseeing £17.5M Town Deal investment programme. Town Council serves as Sponsor for Centre Vale Park projects.
• Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS CharitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvided substantial grant funding to expand AED installation project from 4 to 7 units. Enhanced project's accessibility and life-saving potential.
• AED DonatemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStaffordshire-based charity providing defibrillators, coordinating installation, registering with ambulance services, and ongoing guidance for the 7 AED units project.
• Rosslee Construction LtdcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction contractor based in Accrington awarded contracts for both Bandstand refurbishment and Bowling Pavilion projects. Works commenced April 2025.
• Buttress ArchitectscoreTechnology or IntegrationArchitecture firm leading design and restoration work on Grade II listed Bandstand. Also providing work experience placements for young people.
• Cash Access UKmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperating the Banking Hub search and setup on behalf of LINK. Searching for permanent premises in Todmorden after establishing temporary location at Tod College.
• LINKmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNot-for-profit organisation ensuring UK cash access. Carried out assessment recommending Banking Hub for Todmorden after last high-street bank closure.
• 28 Voluntary GroupsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of local voluntary groups including Incredible Edible Todmorden, Todmorden Learning Centre, Todmorden in Bloom, and others participating in Community Volunteer Fair and ongoing community initiatives.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mytholmroyd Parish Council: Neighbouring parish council in the Upper Calder Valley with similar small-staff operating model delivering community facilities and local representation services.
• Stansfield Parish Council: Parish council covering the Stansfield ward area overlapping with Todmorden, providing equivalent tier of local government services with elected councillors and community programmes.
• Cornholme Parish Council: Local parish council serving a small Pennine community near Todmorden with parallel functions in community grants, civic facilities, and climate initiatives.
• Hebden Royd Town Council: Adjacent parish/town council in Calderdale, West Yorkshire, serving a similar-sized Pennine market town with comparable civic services, community facilities, and grant programmes.

Others

• Locality: UK-wide membership organisation supporting community-led organisations and parish/town councils with resources, training, and policy advocacy relevant to Todmorden's operating model.
• National Association of Local Councils: National representative body for English parish, town, and community councils, providing sector-level support, training, and lobbying directly relevant to Todmorden Town Council's governance needs.
• Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE): National umbrella body supporting rural community organisations and parish councils with service delivery frameworks, climate programmes, and funding access support.

Broad incumbents

• Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council: Higher-tier local authority covering all of Calderdale including Todmorden; provides broader statutory services while the Town Council operates as a lower-tier parish authority beneath it.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TodmordenTown
• Facebookfacebook.com/todmordentowncouncil
• Instagraminstagram.com/todmordentowncouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/todmorden-town-council

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

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