Residents across Fylde can now check bin collection dates, report missed collections and manage garden waste subscriptions through one simple online account, following the launch of the Council’s new digital platform, Bartec. The system, which went live in November 2025, makes accessing waste services significantly easier for all households across the borough. Residents are now able…

Read more New Digital Waste System Streamlines Services for Fylde Households

Families heading to Fylde’s beaches can feel more confident about enjoying the sea, thanks to encouraging improvements in the latest water quality ratings from DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs). St Annes North has climbed from a ‘poor’ rating to ‘sufficient’ in the 2025 classifications, a welcome step forward for one of our most…

Read more Fylde’s Bathing Waters Show Real Progress — But We’re Not Stopping There

Residents living in Fylde's mid-rise and high-rise buildings will benefit from a comprehensive audit programme delivered by Fylde Council and Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service in January 2026. The initiative will see all buildings over 11 metres undergo thorough safety checks, giving residents and their families greater peace of mind about their homes. Working in partnership…

Read more Fylde Council Strengthens Fire Safety for Mid-Rise Residents with Major New Audit Programme

Young residents across Fylde are launching exciting careers thanks to a transformative apprenticeship programme that’s connecting local talent with fantastic opportunities at businesses throughout the borough. Since April 2024, AFC Fylde Community Foundation has been delivering life-changing support to unemployed people in Fylde, helping them secure apprenticeships with local employers. Through dedicated one-to-one mentoring and…

Read more Young People Across Fylde Transform their Futures Through Council-Backed Apprenticeship Programme

The winners of the Fylde Community Sports Awards were announced at a glittering ceremony on Saturday 22 November. People, clubs, schools and organisations that go above and beyond to encourage and facilitate community sport were celebrated at the event, which was hosted by Fylde Council's Health and Sports Development Team. The winners for 2025 are: Coach of the…

Read more Grassroots Heroes Take Centre Stage at Fylde Community Sports Awards 2025

Residents and visitors can look forward to two transformative public realm projects in St Annes after the Council approved significant investment through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and capital reserves for the Pier Link and Garden Street schemes. These enhancements will complement the ambitious regeneration already underway at The Sanctuary, with works carefully phased to…

Read more St Annes Improvements Move Forward with Major Investment and Phased Delivery

Clifton Street in Lytham is set to be transformed after Councillors approved £292,495 to install new heritage-style lighting, alongside specialist tree care to enhance the street scene, support the town centre environment and contribute positively to the local economy. Executive Committee members gave the green light to replace 26 ageing lighting columns with elegant new designs…

Read more New Heritage-Style Lighting to Transform Lytham’s Clifton Street

Vulnerable homeowners across Fylde will be able to access vital support to heat their homes this winter after the Council secured £44,992 to continue its successful Affordable Warmth initiatives. The funding, approved by the Executive Committee on Tuesday 18 November, comes as welcome news for homeowners struggling with energy costs. With limited funding available, the grant…

Read more Fylde Residents to Benefit from Return of Affordable Warmth Scheme this Winter

Visitors to Fairhaven Lake can look forward to a fantastic new visitor centre after Fylde Council approved plans to transform the iconic Pagoda building into a welcoming hub for families and tourists. The beautiful heritage building, which became available when the RSPB relocated earlier this year, will undergo a £25,000 conversion to create a vibrant space…

Read more New Visitor Centre Set to Transform Fairhaven Lake Experience

Fylde residents will soon benefit from a revolutionary transformation of waste and recycling services that will dramatically reduce environmental impact while making recycling easier than ever before. From Autumn 2026, the grey and brown bins outside every home will switch roles in an innovative move approved by Tuesday's Executive Committee. Residents will use their existing grey…

Read more Major Boost for Fylde’s Recycling as Council Transforms Waste Collections to Protect Environment