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 Info

07851 193851
clerk@highnamparishcouncil.gov.uk
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9.30-1.00pm

Tuesday & Thursday

Forthcoming Meetings

Parish Council Meeting

Committee: Full Council

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News

23 December 2025

Tree Recycle 2026

Get 2026 off to a green start by recycling your ‘real’ Christmas tree at one of 10 locations around Tewkesbury Borough.
11 December 2025 - Council Business

Gloucestershire county council budget consultation 2026/27

Every year, we set a budget to decide how we spend public money—and we want to make sure it reflects what matters most to you. This budget is about more than numbers.
4 December 2025

New food safety packs for home bakers – register today

Home bakers and caterers in Tewkesbury Borough who regularly make food for friends, family, or the public - even if it’s not for profit - must register their home as a food business.
4 December 2025 - Recreation

Free winter fun for families this holiday season

The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is back to help keep children in Gloucestershire happy, healthy, and entertained with free activities and nutritious food.

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Events

16 January 2026 - 13:00 to 15:00

Woodland Working parties 2025/26

Woodland Working Parties for the following dates (Friday afternoons, once a month).
27 February 2026 - 13:00 to 15:00

Woodland Working parties 2025/26

Woodland Working Parties for the following dates (Friday afternoons, once a month).

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