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SVR’s Boogie Lights Express is back, with an Early Bird ticket offer
Following its hugely popular debut last year, the Boogie Lights Express is set to return to the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) in 2026, running on Friday and Saturday evenings from 13 February to 14 March. The experience has received national recognition as a finalist in...
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SVR’s Boogie Lights Express is back, with an Early Bird ticket offer
Following its hugely popular debut last year, the Boogie Lights Express is set to return to the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) in 2026, running on Friday and Saturday evenings from 13 February to 14 March. The experience has received national recognition as a finalist in...
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Community Housing recognised as a 5 Star Employer
Wyre Forest based Community Housing has been recognised as a 5 Star Employer after receiving positive feedback from their employees through independent employee engagement experts WorkBuzz. In June 2025, WorkBuzz invited all employees at Community Housing to provide...
NCB No 49 to join No 11 in a rare Backworth pairing at the Severn Valley Railway
The rare and atmospheric pairing of two National Coal Board locomotives will take place at the Severn Valley Railway’s Autumn Steam Gala, between 18 to 21 September. The railway has confirmed that NCB No 49 will appear at the event, giving the opportunity to run an...
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University Estates Team Shortlisted for National Award
The University of Worcester’s Estates team has been shortlisted for a prestigious award for its work to create an outstanding new facility for health and medical education. The Elizabeth Garrett Anderson building opened in April 2023 and is home to the University’s...
Worcestershire Law Firm Welcomes Latest Cohort of Trainees
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has welcomed its 2024 trainee cohort as it adds the latest talent to its team. Joining the firm as new trainees from 2 September are Oscar McCracken, Emily Flory, Katie Johnson, Emily Stancer and Lauren Collins. All five have...
Chamber News
ChamberCustoms new webinars
Starting in June and running until early September, the ChamberCustoms team have launched a new series of webinars. The webinars will look at current deadlines on declarations, moving goods and trade agreements with expert speakers on each session. Click the links...
Step 3 sees indoor hospitality reopen and further restrictions lifted
Monday 17 May saw the government ease limits on seeing friends and family wherever possible, allowing people to decide on the appropriate level of risk for their circumstances. Most legal restrictions on meeting others outdoors have been lifted, however gatherings of...
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Gas Safety Inspections Save Lives
Worcestershire-based commercial kitchen design company, Abraxas Catering Equipment, is continuing to support Midlands Air Ambulance Charity for the third year running. For every gas safety inspection that Abraxas Catering Equipment carries out during 2020, Midlands...
Worcester Co-Working Space Raises Money for Local Charities
Worcester co-working space The Kiln has raised over £500 for ten charities since it was launched in August 2019. Through monthly initiatives such as ‘Treat Tuesday’ and several one-off events, £543.89 has been raised for worthy causes. Every month, members at The Kiln...
British Chambers of Commerce President recruitment opportunity
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) are beginning the process to identify candidates interested in becoming their next President. The current President, Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith CBE will conclude her role at the BCC AGM in October 2022. The BCC are now formally...
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British Chambers of Commerce President recruitment opportunity
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) are beginning the process to identify candidates interested in becoming their next President. The current President, Baroness Ruby McGregor-Smith CBE will conclude her role at the BCC AGM in October 2022. The BCC are now formally...
Worcestershire News
Three Counties Defence & Security Expo 2021 hailed huge success
More than 1600 people gathered for the Three Counties Defence and Security Expo, to showcase the latest cutting-edge science and technology advances in military equipment. Despite three pandemic-related postponements, the event proved to be the biggest and most...
Apprenticeships show their role in Creating Worcestershire’s Future Workforce
The Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards were celebrated in a new virtual manner with broadcasts across three days for the first time ever from Tuesday 16th November until Thursday 18th November. Worcestershire gathered in droves to celebrate the 2021 Worcestershire...
Herefordshire News
What does Tier 2 (High) mean for Herefordshire & Worcestershire?
Herefordshire & Worcestershire will be placed in the stricter tier two of the government’s coronavirus restrictions.
Further financial support announced for Herefordshire businesses
Hundreds of businesses across Herefordshire that have been impacted by the national Covid-19 lockdown restrictions could benefit from a new discretionary grant fund.
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As St Richard’s Hospice mark 40 years of providing care to patients and their loved ones in Worcestershire, they’re hoping to raise £40,000 with your help!
St Richard’s is looking for local businesses, schools and community groups willing to take on a starter donation of £40, thanks to generous campaign sponsors Ormerod Rutter, and grow it until 30th November 2024, raising as much as you can for hospice care. Teams will...
Class 25 Set to Make Rare Appearance at the Autumn Diesel Bash
The Severn Valley Railway is pleased to announce that subject to availability, Class 25 no. D7628 will appear at its Autumn Diesel Bash taking place between 3 and 6 October. The locomotive is owned by the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) and can usually be found...
The Cottage in the Wood Launches New Group Accommodation
The Cottage in the Wood is excited to launch the latest additions to its accommodation, the stunning Holywell Chapel and The Studio; two luxury, self-contained buildings, each available to book as a perfect retreat for families, friends and corporate groups. Nestled...
Leaders in Strategy Blog. Episode 5: What Makes A Successful Strategy?
Welcome to the fifth episode of the Leaders In Strategy Blog, where Mike Harris tackles the fundamental question – ‘What Makes A Successful Strategy?’ Join him as he dives into the key factors that will shape your strategy which will be built upon in future blogs....
How Does ISO support CSR?
ISO certification is key in supporting your Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Here, local ISO experts at ISO Quality Services explain how: ISO 9001 Quality Management ensures consistent delivery of your products and services, ensuring you always meet customer...
Worcester-based Key Company Celebrates after Near Perfect Assessment
Staff at a leading access management company are celebrating a near flawless assessment of their manufacturing processes. The Key Safe Company, which designs, produces and sells industry-leading key safes, was praised unreservedly in its latest major ISO 9001...
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