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Beekeepers plant tree in Worcester cemetery

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 […]

todayApril 10, 2025

The Commandery

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 […]

todayMarch 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 […]

todayMarch 28, 2025

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