Welcome to Ouston Parish Council
What We Do
Ouston is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Durham.
A Parish Council’s responsibilities vary greatly area-by-area, so here on our Council Information page you’ll find out more about what is relevant to us, and how we go about delivering services to the community.
Ouston Parish Council’s Policies and Procedures are also available by on this website.
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Contact Information
- Address
- Iris Crescent
Ouston
Chester Le Street
Durham
DH2 1RJ
Forthcoming Meetings
News
Recreation
The Ouston and Urpeth Heritage 100 walk
The Ouston and Urpeth Heritage 100 walk is part of the Heritage 100 series of 100 circular, collectable walks across County Durham.
Recreation
Pelton Youth Project – BBC Children in Need funded Detached Youth Work Sessions
Pelton Youth Project has secured funding from BBC Children in Need to deliver Detached Youth Work sessions across Pelton, Ouston, and the surrounding areas over the next three years.
DCC Call to Sites – consultation closed
Dear Residents, Durham County Council is preparing a new County Durham Plan, which will guide development and investment across the County over the coming years. DCC are now inviting your views as part of the Scoping Consultation, running from 22 June to 17 August 2026.
Events
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Remembrance Sunday
This year we will hold our 2026 Remembrance Sunday Service on 8th November. It will take place at Ouston Parish Memorial Garden on St Benet's Way at 10.55am for approximately 10 minutes.
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OPC & OCA Annual Christmas Lights Event 2026
Our annual Christmas tree lights switch on will take place on Saturday 28th November. It will take place at the Ouston Community Centre tree to coincide with the OCA Christmas event which will take place 2-4.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there!
Quick Links
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Transparency
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts, data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Report an Issue (Durham County Council)
Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.
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Useful Contacts
Find a list of useful contacts such Durham County Council Services, County Councillors and non emergency numbers.
People
Cllr Alan Wake
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clerk@
oustonparishcouncil. gov. uk - Chairperson and Parish Councillor
Cllr Glenn Batey
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clerk@
oustonparishcouncil. gov. uk - Vice Chairperson and Parish Councillor
Cllr Margaret Duncan
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clerk@
oustonparishcouncil. gov. uk - Parish Councillor
Cllr Trevor Fenwick
- Parish Councillor
Council and Staff Figures
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Area Information
Stats
| Population Estimate | 2793 |
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| Unitary Authority | Durham |
| Region | North-East |
| Country | England |
| Postcode District | DH2, DH3 |
| Dialling Code | 0191 |
| Police Force | Durham Police Force |
| Fire Authority | County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service |
| Health Area | NHS County Durham CCG |