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19 June 2025
One-year anniversary for Worcester’s Beryl bike hire scheme
Beryl and Worcester City Council are celebrating the successful first year of their bike and e-bike share scheme in Worcester, which has positively impacted local transport habits, air quality, and congestion levels, whilst also improving people’s mental and physical health.
Since launching…
17 June 2025
Work due to start on new walking and cycling link at Shrub Hill Quarter
The construction of a new shared use link, a key step in the wider Shrub Hill Quarter regeneration project in Worcester, will get underway shortly.
Funded by the UK Government and delivered by Worcestershire County Council in partnership with Worcester City Council, this link will enhance walking…
17 June 2025
City Council welcomes investment for Warndon
Worcester City Council has welcomed the Government announcement that Warndon West will receive £20 million for investment over the next 10 years.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed last week that Warndon is one of 25 “trailblazer neighbourhoods” nationally which be prioritised to…
13 June 2025
Councillors asked to back new pump track at Perdiswell
Councillors are to be asked to support proposals for a new pump track in Worcester when they meet next week.
Plans for a new pump track next to Perdiswell Leisure Centre are part of a ten-year Play Plan for improving facilities across the city, drawn up by Worcester City Council.
When it meets on…
12 June 2025
Temporary arrangements for funeral services during Worcester Crematorium refurbishment
Worcester City Council has announced temporary arrangements for funeral services while the city’s Crematorium in Astwood Road is closed for a major refurbishment.
From Monday 4 August, services will instead be held at the KGV Community Hub in Ash Avenue, off Brickfields Road – just sev…