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20 May 2026
What do you think of Worcester’s historic Guildhall?
As Worcester’s historic Guildhall approaches its 800th anniversary, residents and visitors to the city are being asked for their views on the landmark.
Set on High Street in the very centre of Worcester, the Guildhall was first established in 1227 and the current building was completed three…
14 May 2026
Should two Worcester railway crossing footpaths remain closed?
Worcester City Council is asking the public for their views on whether the closure of two city footpaths that run across railway lines should continue.
The Council is proposing to extend the closure of Kays Crossing (off Bromyard Road) and Brickfields Crossing (off Astwood Road), which have…
13 May 2026
New Mayor for Worcester is appointed
A new Mayor of Worcester has been appointed and is ready to represent the city at civic events for the next 12 months.
Councillor Tor Pingree has taken over the chain of office after being voted in at last night’s (Tuesday 12 May) Worcester City Annual Council meeting.
She takes over from C…
08 May 2026
Volunteers sought for new Design Review Panel for Worcester
Worcester City Council has launched a search for volunteers to provide independent advice on improving the design quality of new and refurbished buildings and development in the city.
They will form a new Design Review Panel, providing constructive, impartial advice to planning applicants, their a…
08 May 2026
The Worcestershire Soldier at The Commandery awarded grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to safeguard access to Worcester’s military heritage
Today (8 May 2026), The Mercian Regiment Museum (Worcestershire) and Worcester City Council are announcing a £1,045,122 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to safeguard the county’s Regimental museum collections and secure public access for the future.
The collections of the…