Nick Oliver
County Councillor – Corbridge
Thank you for visiting my website. Since May 2017 I have been the County Councillor for Corbridge.
I currently represent the village of Corbridge and the hamlets of Oakwood, Sandhoe, Beaufront, Aydon, Farnley and Dilston.
I am seeking re-election on 1st May 2025 in the new ward which is made up of Corbridge, Riding Mill, Aydon, Dilston, Farnley and Thornbrough.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of any assistance.
Latest News & Updates
Support for Local Businesses
Business and Intellectual Property Centre – North East can provide free advice, information and training to local self employed people, start-ups and trading businesses. The nearest access point is Hexham
Important Broadband News
⚠️IMPORTANT FIBRE BROADBAND ANNOUNCEMENT⚠️ Great news – OpenReach have extended their fibre broadband voucher scheme from 377 to 644 eligible houses. If 185 houses sign up and pledge their £4,500
Car Park Lights Update
Thanks to the residents who have reported the issues with the lights in the south side car park going back some time. I have notified the Council street lighting team
Roman Fields Earth Mound Update
As the Roman Fields estate was built the developers piled earth up in the common area at the end of the estate which caused water run off and privacy issues
Stagshaw Road Closure – 17 & 18 February
Road closure notice on Stagshaw Road (village end) – Mon 17th and Tues 18th Feb. Stagshaw Road Corbridge Northumberland County Council Road Closure to carry out drainage repairs and carriageway
King’s Oven – Watling Street, Corbridge
Great explainer on the King’s Oven in the Corbridge Church wall on Watling Street – history on our doorstep. Read the article here – https://fabulousnorth.com/kings-oven-corbridge/.
Community Grants
The council have announced their latest round of grants to community organisations for small environmental and climate projects – more details and eligibility criteria here
Developer Contribution for Hexham Retirement Homes
As a councillor in the West of Northumberland I am a member of the Tynedale Local Area Planning Committee which considers the planning applications not decided by planning officers under
Housing in Corbridge
It’s no surprise that Corbridge and Riding Mill are in the second most expensive area in Northumberland for house prices and it’s true that many people who have grown up
Northumberland Libraries – December 2024 Newsletter
The December newsletter from Northumberland Libraries can be read by clicking this link. It includes information on Christmas opening hours and events in our libraries. Membership of Northumberland Libraries is
Animal Rescue Calendar 2024
A great initiative by Northumberland County Council Animal Welfare team together with Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter, Northumberland Dog Rescue and Berwick Animal Rescue Kennels. Details of how to purchase
Corbridge Skatepark Update – Nov 24
A couple of people have asked me recently (and the council have received an FOI request) what is happening with the skatepark and why it has been closed for so