Witley Court’s Wilderness Play Area Opens Free on Mother’s Day, Just 50 Minutes from Birmingham Thursday, March 5, 2026 witleycourt mother’sday englishheritage playarea familyouting historicruins gardens freeentry worcestershire nationallottery Mother’s Day is a special occasion when families often gather across generations, making it important to find an outing that offers something for everyone — without breaking the bank. Witley Court and Gardens, located just 50 … Read More
£500 Cost of Living Payments Available for Six Areas in the West Midlands – Full Details Monday, March 2, 2026 costofliving householdsupportfund westmidlands energysupport financialaid worcestershire dwp foodbank welfare lowincome Households across six districts in the West Midlands are being encouraged to apply for up to £500 in free financial support before the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Household Support Fund (HSF) scheme closes. This … Read More
Bewdley: Midlands Riverside Town Among Best Places to Live Sunday, February 22, 2026 bewdley midlands riverside worcestershire family nature tourism community severn lifestyle Nestled along the banks of the River Severn, Bewdley has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the Midlands. This picturesque West Midlands town is cherished not only for its natural beauty but also for its … Read More
Forbidden 100-Year-Old Love Affair Unearthed at Witley Court Sunday, February 15, 2026 witleycourt romance forbiddenlove loveletters englishheritage 1920s statelyhome raf worcestershire history A remarkable discovery of 108 passionate love letters has unveiled a century-old forbidden romance that blossomed against the backdrop of a grand Worcestershire estate. Hidden away in a modest shoebox, these intimate letters … Read More
New £300 Cost of Living Payments Announced for State Pensioners in Worcestershire Saturday, February 14, 2026 costofliving pensioners householdsupportfund worcestershire dwp financialaid energypayments vulnerable benefits welfare State pensioners and vulnerable households in Worcestershire are set to receive much-needed financial assistance through the expanded Household Support Fund (HSF), announced by the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) and … Read More
Midlands Towns Face Significant Council Tax Increases Saturday, February 14, 2026 counciltax westmidlands worcestershire shropshire localgovernment taxation infrastructure finances reform council Local councils across the West Midlands are planning significant increases in council tax, seeking Government approval to raise bills by up to 9%. Normally capped at a 5% increase without special permission, these proposed … Read More