NEWS: Consultation on the future of Guarlford and Madresfield Parish Councils  

The local communities of Guarlford and Madresfield are being asked to have their say on how the parish councils should be run in the future. 

Malvern Hills District Council is undertaking a Community Governance Review which will consult on whether the two separate parish councils should be merged to create a new single parish council for the area. 

The review has been requested by the Guarlford and Madresfield Parish Councils and will investigate whether they are reflective of the identities and interests of the community. 

As part of the review, a consultation will ask residents, councillors, businesses, and local organisations whether they support a merge of the two councils, whether they should remain separate, or if there is an alternative proposal they would like to suggest. 

The first stage of the consultation will run until 4 May 2026. 

Cllr John Gallagher, Portfolio Holder for Resources at Malvern Hills District Council, said: “We are hoping to gather valuable feedback from local residents and stakeholders on how Guarlford and Madresfield Parish Councils should be run. By undertaking a review, the aim is to improve community engagement and local democracy which will result in more effective delivery of local services.” 

Visit www.malvernhills.gov.uk/consultations for more information and to have your say. 

Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any queries. 

Date published: 23 March 2026