Local Information Centre (LIC)
Visiting Cirencester and the surrounding area? Our award-winning Local Information Centre provides a complete destination experience to people travelling to and living in Cirencester. The LIC is also the public face of the Town Council and an important hub of local information.
Welcoming you to Cirencester and the Cotswolds!
From planning and researching a trip to Cirencester via our website and social media, to receiving information and ideas from our friendly team in person we make sure visitors and locals alike get the best possible experience of Cirencester and the surrounding area, and that local businesses see plenty of lovely people through their doors at the same time. The Local Information Centre has a wide range of information on places to visit, events, Town Council projects and services, community groups and volunteering. The LIC also sells a range of locally made items including: souvenirs; books; walks and maps; greetings cards by Cirencester based artists; and locally produced gifts.
You are always welcome in the LIC - come and have a chat with the team who will be only too happy to help you have a great visit to Cirencester or just come grab a map and the monthly 'What's On'. If you have any special needs - access, dietary, family etc. - please do let them know... again they are well versed on all the options available to you.
Visitor Testimonial:
“Cirencester Local Information Centre is a mine of information and should be the first port of call for anyone visiting the town.”
We also sell tickets for events. If you are organising an event get in touch to see how we can help support your event.
Cirencester Town Guide
Your indispensable guide to Cirencester! You can view the Town Guide online, or call into to pick up a free copy. Download a map of Cirencester
Tickets for Local Events
Handmade in the Cotswolds
Did you know we provide an outlet for local artisans to sell their items? Pick up a unique souvenir of Cirencester with our Craft@LIC initiative! We are proud to sell mosaics made by Jane Alexander, cards by local artists, handmade cards and junk books by Love from Latton, handmade reusable paper towels, make-up wipes and sandwich bags by Mich’s Makes, and candles by Rose & Reminisce including a new candle called Uniquely Cirencester! The LIC also works in partnership with the Bingham Library Trust to provide a guest artist display. If you are a local artist and interested in a slot please contact us.
Our award-winning Local Information Centre is working hard to become more sustainable and environmentally friendly. For more details please see our Sustainability Statement. We also have a Climate Hub noticeboard located in the LIC and a Climate Hub page.
Sustainable Cirencester
Things to See and Do
Our online What’s On is kept up to date with everything happening in Cirencester and the surrounding area. You can also call in for a copy of our monthly printed events listing. We also have a Things to Do Page. If you are involved with a local community event or activity you can also bring in information for our displays so we can help publicise it. We can also take up to 14 A4 posters for our noticeboards around town (space allowing), and add details of your event to our What’s On calendar.
Find Us/Contact Information
We are centrally located in Cirencester on the ground floor of Bingham House in the Market Place. You can also call us or email using the details below.
Cirencester Local Information Centre
Bingham House, 1 Dyer Street, Cirencester, GL7 2PP
Tel: 01285 655646
info@cirencester.gov.uk
Access Statement
The LIC is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 4.30pm and Saturdays from 4th May until 26th October 10am to 4pm.
We allow dogs into the LIC as long as they are well behaved and on a lead. We also have a 'dog friendly' guide to Cirencester. Please be aware, we may pet your dogs!! Drinking water can also be provided.
We are Dog friendly!
FAQ'S
Cirencester Town Centre - Frequently asked Questions and Answers
Who do I speak to with regard to Housing and Council Tax Benefits?
Contact Cotswold District Council, Tel: 01285 623000 for Council Tax Benefits and Housing Benefits or visit Cotswold District Council’s website.
There is a street light not working, who do I contact?
Report the fault online via Gloucestershire County Council’s website or in an emergency call 08000 514 514
Who do I speak to regarding a proposed extension to my house?
Contact Cotswold District Council, Planning Department, Tel: 01285 623000 or visit Cotswold District Council’s website.
I would like a stall on the Farmer's Market and /or Charter Market in Cirencester. Who Do I speak to?
The regular markets are managed by Cotswold Markets Ltd on behalf of the Town Council. There is currently some limited availability for both Charter and Farmers markets.
Applications for a market stall should be made via Cotswold Markets Ltd Website. For all new trader enquiries please contact Dave Joynes, Managing Director, Tel: 01608 652662 or via email at trade.cotswoldmarkets@gmail.com.
I would like to register the birth of my son/daughter. Who do I contact?
Contact Gloucestershire County Council, Registrar of Births, Tel: 01452 425060 or book an appointment online on the Gloucestershire County Council Website.
My mother recently passed away and I need to register her death. Who do I contact?
Contact Gloucestershire County Council, Registrar of Deaths, Tel: 01452 425060 or book an appointment online on the Gloucestershire County Council Website.
I need at copy of my marriage certificate. Who do I contact?
Contact Gloucestershire County Council, Registrar of Marriages, Tel: 01452 425060 or book an appointment online on the Gloucestershire County Council Website.
I would like to put my name on the Housing list for Cirencester. Who do I contact?
Contact the Housing Advice Service at Cotswold District Council, Tel: 01285 623000 or visit the Cotswold District Council’s Website.
I am planning a visit to Cirencester in the summer and would like information. Who do I contact?
Contact Cirencester Town Council’s Local Information Centre, Tel: 01285 655646, Email, info@cirencester.gov.uk
I would like to report a pothole near my house. Who do I contact?
Report the fault online via Gloucestershire County Council’s Website or in an emergency call 08000 514 514.
I am disabled and need to renew my blue badge. Who do I contact?
To apply for or renew a blue badge please visit Gloucestershire County’s Council Website or tel: 01242 532302.
I would like to know what day my dustbin is collected. Who do I contact?
Contact Cotswold District Council, Tel: 01285 623000 or visit Cotswold District Council’s website.
Who do I contact about events at the Corn Hall?
Visit the Corn Hall’s Website or contact Augusta Wreay Tel:07970859703 or email augustawreay@hotmail.com
I would like to volunteer in the Cirencester area - Who do I contact?
Contact Cirencester Town Council’s Local Information Centre, Tel: 01285 655646, Email, info@cirencester.gov.uk
How can I book a street banner in the Town and display posters about local events?
Contact Cirencester Town Council’s Local Information Centre, Tel: 01285 655646, Email, info@cirencester.gov.uk
How do I find financial information related to Cirencester Town Council?
Details of all expenditure items which are approved by the Council at each meeting are included on an item by item basis in the Minutes. Minutes of all recent Council meetings can be viewed via the Council’s Meetings Webpage. In addition, the Council’s payments and annual accounts can be found via the following Financial Information page. For further information please email info@cirencester.gov.uk
How do I report litter, fly-tipping, graffiti or dog fouling ?
To report issues in the Parks and Green Spaces or the Market Place please contact Cirencester Town Council, Tel: 01285 655646 or Email, info@cirencester.gov.uk For all other areas please report it to Cotswold District Council via the Cotswold District Council’s website.