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Lord Hill statue repair work set to begin this summer

Essential repair works are to be carried out on a landmark statue following safety concerns over its condition. The Grade II listed Lord Hill statue in Shrewsbury had been temporarily cordoned off after debris fell from it last January. The repair project was confirmed by Shropshire Council, which has been carrying out inspection works to determine the condition of the 40.5m (133ft) high statue. The authority said it would be "seeking long-term […]

April 15, 2025

Shropshire

Housing scheme could grow Shropshire town by a third

Plans are being drawn up for a property development of up to 500 homes, associated infrastructure and public open space in Much Wenlock. Sheffield-based consultants, Marrons, asked Shropshire Council if it needed an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) on plans to develop land east of Bridgnorth Road. It was ruled unnecessary by the authority as, "the site is not located within a sensitive area... and unlikely to have a significant effect […]

April 13, 2025

Worcestershire

Worcestershire Soldier museum to be reimagined in city move

Volunteers working on plans to relocate Worcester's military museum have said it is an opportunity to "reimagine the collection". The Worcestershire Soldier Gallery - currently in the city's museum and art gallery in Foregate Street - will close at the end of August, before reopening in 2026 at The Commandery. The £1.2m project will move the attraction a stone's throw from Worcester Cathedral, the Museum of Royal Worcester Porcelain and […]

April 10, 2025

Worcestershire

Beekeepers plant tree in Worcester cemetery

Beekeepers have planted a tree at a Worcester cemetery to mark a milestone occasion and help local pollinators thrive. The British Beekeepers' Association is putting in trees across the country as part of150th anniversary celebrations. In Worcester, a small-leaved lime tree has been placed by Worcester Beekeepers in the natural burial ground at Astwood Crematorium and Cemetery. The site is maintained using specialist techniques to encourage wildflower growth, enhancing habitats […]

April 10, 2025

Shropshire

Severn Valley Railway offering behind-the-scenes tours

A local heritage railway is throwing open its doors this weekend to offer people a "rare peek" at areas not usually open to the public. The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has services in operation between Kidderminster in Worcestershire and Hampton Loade in Shropshire. However, a four-mile stretch of the line between Hampton Loade and Bridgnorth in Shropshire remains closed following a landslip earlier this year. The open house weekend will see Bridgnorth […]

April 5, 2025

Worcestershire

Worcestershire animal hospital ‘worried about the future’

A rescue centre that has been saving animals for 40 years has said it is becoming too expensive to care for them. Vale Wildlife Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre in Beckford, Worcestershire, cares for injured or sick wild animals and birds of prey, but manager Natalie Gould said it was costing £2,300 a day to run the charity. "Sadly it is becoming very expensive as we don't charge, are open 24/7 […]

April 2, 2025

Worcestershire

Survey starts for military views on new Worcestershire gallery

People in Worcester and from further afield are being asked what parts of the city's military history they would like to see showcased by a museum gallery. Plans have been drawn up to move the Worcestershire Soldier Gallery from Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum to The Commandery. Paid for initially with £243,200 lottery funding, a spokesperson for Worcester City Council said they now wanted to hear from people about […]

March 31, 2025

Big Bill's Cafe owners Martin and Sheila

Worcestershire

Worcester pensioners forced to close loved cafe over costs

A beloved Worcester cafe, known for its warm atmosphere and hearty meals, is closing after years of serving as a hub for the community. Big Bill's Cafe owners, Martin, 83, and Sheila, 75, who took over in 2019, cite rising costs as the main reason for closing. Martin, who retired in 2018, stepped in to help run the café after Sheila's son opened it. "I retired on the 30th of […]

March 28, 2025

West Mercia Police Chief Constable Richard Cooper

Worcestershire

Lots of work to do, says new West Mercia Police chief constable

A new police chief constable says he wants the force under his leadership to focus on "the things that matter most to the public". Richard Cooper was formally confirmed in the role of West Mercia Police chief on Wednesday. "We'll be really focused on crime – on reducing crime, on investigating crime – on antisocial behaviours and on reducing the harm that's suffered on West Mercia's roads," he said following his appointment. […]

March 24, 2025

Lord Hill statue repair work set to begin this summer

Housing scheme could grow Shropshire town by a third

Worcestershire Soldier museum to be reimagined in city move

Beekeepers plant tree in Worcester cemetery

Severn Valley Railway offering behind-the-scenes tours

Worcestershire animal hospital ‘worried about the future’

Survey starts for military views on new Worcestershire gallery

Worcester pensioners forced to close loved cafe over costs

Lots of work to do, says new West Mercia Police chief constable

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