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Steam swap: ‘Manor’ and ‘Dukedog’ in a cross-UK exchange
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) and the Vale of Rheidol Railway are delighted to announce an exciting two-year locomotive exchange that will bring two iconic steam engines to fresh audiences in new locations. From Spring 2026, the SVR’s beloved GWR 7819 Hinton Manor,...
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Steam swap: ‘Manor’ and ‘Dukedog’ in a cross-UK exchange
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) and the Vale of Rheidol Railway are delighted to announce an exciting two-year locomotive exchange that will bring two iconic steam engines to fresh audiences in new locations. From Spring 2026, the SVR’s beloved GWR 7819 Hinton Manor,...
Member News
Student Netballers Putting in the Miles for Breast Cancer Charity
Netballers at the University of Worcester are going the extra mile – or 1,242 miles to be precise – to raise money for a cause close to their hearts. Students in the University of Worcester Netball Club aim to collectively cover more than 2,000km – more than the...
Escape to the Country features Herefordshire and Country & Classic Properties
On Monday 13th October Escape to Country featured Herefordshire – what a fabulous showcase for our fabulous rural county, showcasing all the county’s lovely views, countryside, attractive towns and villages. Not just one but two of the lovely, and quite...
Patron & Strategic News
University Works with RSPB on New Initiative to Help Birds
The University of Worcester and Worcester and Malvern RSPB Group are working together again on a new project to help improve habitats and increase food supply for birds. Following the success of an initiative aimed at improving food supply for farmland birds on the...
Early Years Conference Marks Launch of University Centre in Worcester
The work of early years professionals in the county was the topic of a conference which marked the launch of a new University Centre at Heart of Worcestershire College. The internationally renowned author, Ben Kingston-Hughes, who has written several early years...
Chamber News
An opportunity for young, local artists
The Courtyard are offering an opportunity for emerging visual artists aged 16–25 with a link to Herefordshire to take part in its latest visual arts project, Cultivate@Courtyard. The chosen artists will be shortlisted by a panel of judges and will then be mentored by...
There’s no Time Like the ‘Present’ to Donate Your Unwanted Gifts to Acorns
Now the festivities have begun ‘wrapping’ up, are you having trouble making room for all those gifts? Have ‘snow’ fear – why not donate your unwanted gifts to Acorns Children’s Hospice shops and help local families. Acorns is appealing for seasonal supporters to...
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Policy News
New 100% government Bounce Back Loan scheme for small businesses announced
A new 100% government backed loan scheme for small businesses has been announced. Businesses who have been affected by Coronavirus will be able to borrow between £2,000 and £50,000 and access the cash within days. They can apply for 25% of their turnover up to a...
Businesses encouraged to apply as Job Retention Scheme goes live
The Job Retention Scheme is now open for applications, as part of the government financial measures announced to support businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. The scheme will cover 80% of workers wages, up to £2,500 per employee, if they are put on furloughed...
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Charity News
Jet Off and Help Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Take Off
A travel agent wants you to relax, revitalise and help make lifesaving missions possible. How, you might ask? Charitable Travel is a not-for-private-profit social enterprise travel agency that donates five per cent of each holiday sold to its chosen charities and...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s Walk4Life Returns
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is delighted to announce its popular annual Walk4Life event in Rock, near Kidderminster, is back and is inviting supporters in and around Worcestershire to join in on Sunday 22nd August 2021. Participants of all ages can ‘pound the...
Three Key Fixes Needed For SME Finance
The BCC has called for action to improve the availability of finance for SMEs as accessibility, awareness and a lack of competition continue to hold firms back. In written evidence submitted to the Treasury Select Committee, the BCC said many smaller firms are no...
BCC News
Three Key Fixes Needed For SME Finance
The BCC has called for action to improve the availability of finance for SMEs as accessibility, awareness and a lack of competition continue to hold firms back. In written evidence submitted to the Treasury Select Committee, the BCC said many smaller firms are no...
Worcestershire News
Advantage Storage and Handling Limited join the Chamber
Advantage Storage and Handling Ltd is a leading, Worcestershire based mezzanine floor and industrial space fit out supplier and installer for over 25 years. Working with businesses of all sizes to expand, adapt or transform their workspaces to support growth, combat...
Generous match-funding available for Worcestershire Ambassadors’ Christmas Appeal
The Worcestershire Ambassadors are delighted to share the wonderful news that ‘The Worcestershire Community Foundation’ have generously offered to match-fund up to £20,000 for any donations made through the website for their Christmas Foodbank Appeal. The...
Herefordshire News
Landau Wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise
Landau are one of 4 companies in Shropshire and one of just 205 companies across the UK to be recognised with the top business accolade for Promoting Opportunity (through Social Mobility) for their impressive range of employment and training programmes, and for...
It’s not just about the money!
Tuesday 21 September 10.00am-12.30pm The Whittern, Lyonshall HR5 3JA Come and find out how supporting Herefordshire charities can be beneficial for your business or you individually. Whether you are a business or individual, you will learn how you can get involved to...
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mfg Solicitors Unveil New Monthly Networking Event
Law firm mfg Solicitors has launched a new networking event in Worcester as it looks to connect professionals from sectors across the city. The monthly, invite-only event, will be held in the city’s Piston Distillery, with each event offering a different networking...
Social Media Legend Francis Bourgeois Backs SVR Landslip Appeal
The famous trainspotter Francis Bourgeois is highlighting the plight of the Severn Valley Railway, as it faces a substantial repair bill following its devastating recent landslip, just over two weeks ago. Francis visited the site of the landslip, between Hampton Loade...
KEMP Hospice Joins National Campaign to Change Perceptions of Hospice Care
Wyre Forest’s KEMP Hospice is proud to be one of over 140 hospices taking part in the “This is Hospice Care” campaign, a national initiative facilitated by Hospice UK. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the vital role hospices play in communities, and to shift...
SVR Moves Towards a Solution for its Serious Landslip
The Severn Valley Railway is working closely with structural and geotechnical experts to narrow down repair options for the significant landslip it has recently suffered. External experts met yesterday [12 February] with the SVR’s consulting engineer to review the...
National Apprenticeship Week success culminates with launch of 2025 Apprenticeships Awards
Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Worcestershire County Council are pleased to announce the 2025 Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards. The announcement comes at the conclusion of National Apprenticeship Week, a successful week of promoting the...
Congratulations as Hazelton Mountford’s AJ passes Chartered Institute of Insurance (CII) Exam
The team at Hazelton Mountford extend their congratulations to AJ who recently passed the Cert CII exam to obtain his first qualification. AJ joined Hazelton Mountford as an apprentice account executive in 2022. Since then he has demonstrated dedication to his career...
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