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Top honour for the SVR’s King and Castle as it scoops CAMRA gold
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) is celebrating after its King and Castle pub at Kidderminster station was named Pub of the Year (Gold Award) by the Wyre Forest branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). The prestigious award follows a rigorous judging process, with...
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Top honour for the SVR’s King and Castle as it scoops CAMRA gold
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) is celebrating after its King and Castle pub at Kidderminster station was named Pub of the Year (Gold Award) by the Wyre Forest branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). The prestigious award follows a rigorous judging process, with...
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Heritage headboards for the Severn Valley Railway’s brand-new Christmas experiences
Things have taken on an early festive flavour at the Severn Valley Railway’s paint shop in Bridgnorth, where production is underway on specially commissioned headboards for two brand-new Christmas experiences at the popular heritage attraction. Volunteer Bernard Green...
Graduate’s Debut Novel Shines Light on Care Sector
A novel written by a University of Worcester graduate has gone on sale through a national book retailer. Best Before: The Short Shelf Life, is the first novel published by Trudi Holland, who writes under the pen name DD Holland. It is a social comedy exploring life...
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Tesco Launches Hyper-personalised Social Media Campaign for ‘Tesco Stronger Starts’
Tesco has launched a new social media campaign using advanced AI technology to hyper-personalise content and engage customers in supporting local community projects for ‘Tesco Stronger Starts’. The supermarket’s latest campaign allows its customers to...
Wyevale Nurseries receives Planet Mark Certification for Sustainability
HEREFORD-BASED Wyevale Nurseries has achieved Planet Mark Certification in recognition of the company’s commitment to continuous improvements in sustainability (August 2024). Using this accreditation, the leading commercial nursery is now measuring and finding...
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Chamber Christmas Message
Firstly, I would like to wish everyone across Herefordshire and Worcestershire a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. I do hope that over the Christmas break businesses can take the opportunity to enjoy the well-deserved relaxation and recharge their batteries ready for the New Year
Business Leaders virtual event a hamper-filled hit
Last week we were delighted to virtually host leaders from the two counties most influential businesses at our exclusive event for Patron and Strategic Members.
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HMRC issue briefing on their approach to collecting tax debts
As the UK emerges from the Coronavirus pandemic and economic activity resumes, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is restarting their debt collection work and will be contacting customers who have fallen behind with their tax during this difficult time. A briefing on this...
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HMRC issue briefing on their approach to collecting tax debts
As the UK emerges from the Coronavirus pandemic and economic activity resumes, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is restarting their debt collection work and will be contacting customers who have fallen behind with their tax during this difficult time. A briefing on this...
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BetaDen Cohort 4.0 is announced
Worcestershire’s technology accelerator BetaDen, has announced the identity of eight new early-stage businesses that will join its programme in March. The new cohort includes businesses developing new technologies for a variety of commercial applications including...
Still time to access free Specialist Business advice
Worcestershire businesses are being reminded that there is still time left to apply for the Worcestershire Business Central, Specialist Business Advisers programme. The Specialist Business Advisers programme is being delivered by Worcestershire Business Central to...
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Four lawyers named in national guide
A Herefordshire law firm is celebrating after four solicitors were nominated for a place in the latest edition of The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom guide. Four senior lawyers at Lanyon Bowdler are recognised by the guide, which is one of the most highly-respected...
Marches Bottling and Packaging Ltd Team Up to Produce Hand Sanitiser
Marches Bottling and Packaging Ltd, Sister Company of Celtic Marches Beverages Ltd, has also diversified and are now producing 1L bottles of hand sanitiser. It is made to the WHO recipe and ideal for refilling smaller bottles. This is being produced in Bromyard, in...
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Dorset House Care Home Hosts a Joyous Celebration for Blue Giraffe Childcare’s 15th Anniversary
Dorset House Nursing Home was delighted to host a memorable event in honour of Blue Giraffe Childcare’s 15th anniversary. The celebration, filled with entertainment, laughter, and community spirit, was held on the beautiful grounds of Dorset House, with...
Lynhales Hall Commemorates D-Day with Day of Entertainment and Reflection
Lynhales Hall Nursing Home in Herefordshire recently commemorated D-Day with a heartfelt and joyous day of entertainment, bringing together staff, residents, and their families to honour this significant historical event. The commemoration was marked by a delicious...
School breaks shouldn’t mean hungry days
As the school summer holidays approach, countless families who depend on free school meals will soon face a harsh reality. With the cost-of-living crisis at an all-time high, feeding a family of three now averages £100 per week. Over the 6-week holidays, that adds up...
Worcestershire Residents Urged to Take Advantage of Adult Learning Courses
Residents in Worcestershire are urged to take advantage of adult learning courses – including free maths and English courses which have supported students to embark on new career paths. Evesham New College, which is part of college group WCG, is continuing to see...
Solicitor says Businesses will Benefit from Changes to TUPE rules
A Worcestershire employment solicitor says that new TUPE laws which come into force on 1 July will cut red tape and relieve businesses of many complex and timely processes. Sally Morris, partner and head of employment and HR Services at law firm mfg Solicitors, said...
Worcestershire Health & Safety Group
Are you passionate about making your workplace safer? Want to join a community of like-minded professionals who share your commitment to health and safety? Joining Worcestershire Health and Safety Group (WHSG) Home (worcestershiresafetygroup.com) , a member of the...
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