Dunchurch is a large village and civil parish on the south-western outskirts of Rugby in Warwickshire, England, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of central Rugby. The civil parish, which includes the nearby hamlet of Toft, had an estimated population of around 4,700 in 2024 (ONS Mid-Year Estimate). The earliest historical reference to Dunchurch was in the Domesday Book in the 11th century, which mentioned a settlement called Doncerce. The core of the village has been declared a conservation area because it has many buildings of historical interest. Some date from as far back as the 15th century and are timber-framed with traditional thatched roofs. Today, the village provides a range of local facilities and services for its residents, including a library, village hall and playground.
Dunchurch Community Library,
School Street,
Dunchurch,
Warwickshire,
CV22 6PA
Committee: Full Council
Rugby Borough Council’s Local Plan has reached Regulation 19, the final stage before government examination. Dunchurch and Thurlaston Parish Councils, working with Action for Dunchurch, are coordinating residents’ responses. Complete the form to have your voice included.
Warwickshire Police are investigating a break-in at a local business in The Square, Dunchurch, overnight into 14th February. Residents and businesses are asked to stay vigilant, report any suspicious activity, and support efforts to keep our community safe.
Rugby Borough Council is consulting on its Proposed Submission Local Plan to guide development to 2042. View online or at local libraries. Comments close 5pm, 13 March 2026. DPC will coordinate a response for residents.
A new publicly accessible defibrillator and bleed control kit has been installed at Sandford Way, Dunchurch. Provided by the OurJay Foundation and supported by a local family, it offers vital emergency access and honours the memory of a much-loved community member, Jean.
See when the upcoming council meetings are so you can see local governance in action.
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts, data policies, statutory documents and more.
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.
The Dunchurch Community Hub and Library is a volunteer-run space offering books, services, and community activities.
Learn about the Rugby and Leam Valley Community First Responders, local volunteers who provide lifesaving care before an ambulance arrives.
Dunchurch Nature Watch encourages the community to explore, record, and look after the wildlife in and around Dunchurch.
