BISHOPSTEIGNTON PARISH COUNCIL
Welcome!
A Parish Council is a local authority that makes decisions on behalf of the people in the parish and has an overall responsibility for the well-being of its local community. It is the level of government closest to the community, with the district authority above it in the hierarchy; in our case Teignbridge District Council. Above this tier is Devon County Council. Each authority is responsible for different services. To find out more read here…
A parish council has a wide range of powers which essentially relate to local mattters, such as looking after community assets including open green spaces, play areas, public toilets, car parks, and more. Bishopsteignton Parish Council are also a burial authority with responsibility for the parish cemetery. The council has the power to raise money through taxation, the precept; the parishes share of council tax, collected by the district council. Bishopsteignton Parish Council has 11 members, elected every 4 years. It has one member of staff, the clerk who handles all administration and governance of the council including finance and burials.
Next Parish Council Meeting…
Monday 12 January 2026
All held at Bishopsteignton Community Centre, Shute Hill
Strategy & Governance 7pm 09.02.26
CIA Committee 7pm 16.02.26
Full Council 7.30pm 02.03.26
The agenda and associated appendices will be available for each during the pervious week.
Community Recognition
Tell us about your Heroes…
Your nominations for these recognition awards are needed. We’d love to hear who and why you believe they deserve recognition for good deeds in the community. Whether an individual or a group, please follow the link above to make a nomination.
Closing date 31.01.26.
Fore Street Phone Kiosk
Bishop Nature Station
The old BT phone kiosk on Fore Street shall become a seed swap & info centre for wildlife-friendly gardening and the community plot.
We hope to have an official opening in March, watch this space and our social media for further details. For now, please don’t donate seeds; we’ll let you know when officially ready to receive contributions. Thanks for your patience!
Teign Estuary Trail
Latest Updates
Over the years, BPC have been working closely with the Save the Teign Estuary Trail Campaign Group along side officers and members of Teignbridge District & Devon County Councils to push for this trail to become a reality.
To read the latest news visit the dedicated Teign Estuary Trail page.
Defibrillators Map
Defibrillator Map
Working alongside Bishopsteignton Healthy Living Group there are now several units positioned around the village. View the map to find your closest.
The provision of these life-saving devices is only made possible due to generous donations. If you would like to help please contact the clerk.
Strategic Plan 23-27
Currently being reviewed
The Parish Council Stategic Plan, originally adopted in September 2023, and refreshed in March 2025, is undergoing another review. Watch this space for a new verson, expected March 2026.
Public feedback is welcomed. To make comments please email the clerk.
Other Authorities
Who’s Responsible?
Although BPC have various powers & duties to keep Bishopsteignton functioning well there are some things which other authorities are responsible for. These higher tier authorities are either Teignbridge District or Devon County Councils and for each we have a representative councillor. To contact them please follow the link.
Meet Your Councillors
BPC
There are 11 seats on the Parish Council. Currently all are filled.
To contact members please email the clerk.
BPC Committees
Upcoming Meetings
All committee meetings are held at Bishopsteignton Community Centre, Shute Hill, unless stated on the agenda.
Useful Contacts…
07594 666140
Please note… New number!
0345 155 1015
