Welcome
Swanage Town Council is the parish council for the town of Swanage, including the settlements of Durlston, Herston and Ulwell.

Its mission statement is to maintain and enhance Swanage for the well-being and prosperity of present and future generations.

The Town Council is one of three tiers of local government and works with Purbeck District Council and Dorset County Council to provide a wide range of services for residents and visitors alike.

The Town Council has direct responsibility for allotments, off road car parks, cemeteries, public gardens, children’s play areas, sporting facilities, the main beach, boat park, public conveniences, a Tourist Information Centre and the Town Hall.

Unlike the District and County Councils, the Town Council receives no direct government grant. It raises its income through the parish precept element of the Council Tax and the charges it makes for its services.