Who Should Be the Next Mayor of Lynton & Lynmouth?

 

After three years of dedicated service, Mayor Lewys Logan will be stepping down this May. His tireless work, visibility in the community, and commitment to the town have left a lasting impact. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Lewys for his leadership and dedication—his successor will have very large boots to fill!

With the next mayoral appointment approaching, we want to hear from YOU—the people of Lynton & Lynmouth. Who do you believe should lead our council next, and why?

 

What Makes a Great Mayor?

Our town’s leader should embody qualities such as:

Transparency – Open and honest communication with the community

Strong Leadership – A voice for Lynton & Lynmouth, representing us at all levels

Commitment – A deep passion for our town and a willingness to work hard for its future

Approachability – Someone who listens to concerns and engages with residents

 

 

The Current Councillors:

Bernard Peacock – Deputy Mayor 2024-25

Alastair Rodway – Chair, Estates & Amenities Committee

Steve ‘Jumbo’ Richards – Councillor

Tracy Manning – Councillor

John Atherton – Councillor

Phil Hawkins – Councillor

Adrian Hobbs – Councillor

Tim Hodson – Councillor

Michael Bell – Councillor

Louise Wakeham – Councillor

John Patrinos - Town & District Councillor 

 

Who do you think should take the reins? 

What do you want from the next Mayor of Lynton & Lynmouth? Share your thoughts in the comments!