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Eardington station takes centre stage at the Severn Valley Railway’s Branch Line Weekend
Severn Valley Railway’s smallest station is set for its biggest ever moment in the spotlight when trains call at Eardington in unprecedented numbers during the Branch Line Weekend on Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March. For most of the year, passenger trains pass...
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Eardington station takes centre stage at the Severn Valley Railway’s Branch Line Weekend
Severn Valley Railway’s smallest station is set for its biggest ever moment in the spotlight when trains call at Eardington in unprecedented numbers during the Branch Line Weekend on Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March. For most of the year, passenger trains pass...
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John Truslove marketing Bromsgrove industrial investment for £3.6 million
A rare freehold industrial property investment has come on the market with Worcestershire commercial property agents John Truslove. Buntsford Business Park in Bromsgrove is on the market for £3.6 million. The virtually brand new, high spec development of six...
Fully Funded Suicide Prevention Training opportunities
We’re excited to share that new fully funded suicide prevention training sessions are now open for booking! Please pass this on to your networks and local groups across Herefordshire & Worcestershire. Suicide First Aid Lite – Fully Funded Online Training Five...
Patron & Strategic News
Empowering Practitioners to Better Support Care Leavers
We have one more Training for Practitioners working with Care Leavers and their families in the community or at work! Wed 17th Dec – Caring for Care Leavers Training – 09.30-2.30pm – see enclosed leaflet for more...
Supporting Care Leavers and Families: Join Our December Zoom Sessions
We have 2 Peer Support Zoom Sessions for Care Leavers and their families of all ages in Dec! This Wed 10th – New Horizons – 1.30-3pm – See enclosed leaflet for more info. Monday 15th – Information on Accessing Records – 10 am -12 midday...
Chamber News
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Release the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024
Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has released the Quarterly Economic Survey Report for Q3 2024, supported by Worcestershire County Council. The Quarterly Economic Survey is a comprehensive analysis of economic data collected from a diverse range...
What would you ask your Local MP?
As a result of the General Election in July, many of the local constituencies have elected a new member of parliament and many residents have not yet had the chance to speak with their MP. Therefore, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce want to give...
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Introducing Bloom.Space: Your Local Coworking and Business Incubation Hub
At Bloom.Space, we create vibrant coworking office spaces and business incubators designed to help entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses thrive. Our mission is to provide more than just a desk and WiFi; we offer a nurturing environment that fosters growth,...
Introducing Bloom.Space: Your Local Coworking and Business Incubation Hub
At Bloom.Space, we create vibrant coworking office spaces and business incubators designed to help entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses thrive. Our mission is to provide more than just a desk and WiFi; we offer a nurturing environment that fosters growth,...
Policy News
Toxic Mix As Businesses Prepare for Tax Rise
QES_infosheet_Q1_2025 59% of businesses say tax, including national insurance, is now a concern, the second highest level on record following a peak in the previous quarter Business confidence remains subdued, with less than half of firms (48%) expecting turnover to...
US Tariffs To Hit UK Economy
Reacting to news of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US and higher tariffs for other countries, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Government has kept a cool head so far and must continue to negotiate. This is a marathon not a sprint, and...
Skills News
Businesses celebrating apprenticeship week
National Apprenticeship Week takes place from 7-13 February and looks to celebrate apprentices across the country and the value they bring to businesses. Hiring an apprentice is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to effectively grow talent and develop a skilled...
Construction Employer’s Evening at Kidderminster College – You’re Invited!
Kidderminster College is hosting its first ever Construction Employer’s Evening and you’re invited! They will have tutors, students and the college employer engagement team on hand to speak with you about all the ways in which Kidderminster College can help your...
Charity News
The Courtyard, Hereford – May Film Listings
Mon 19, 6.30pm RADIX FILM CLUB: KIM’S VIDEO (18) Kim’s Video, an iconic video store in New York City, mysteriously closed its doors and sent its legendary film archive to a Sicilian village for “safekeeping.” But what starts as an homage to cinema quickly becomes a...
Worcester kids to benefit from recruitment firm’s Easter Egg generosity
Expert Worcester jobs firm Pineapple Recruitment has donated over 200 Easter eggs to a local foodbank. Staff at the Diglis-based recruiter, which specialises in providing staff for the hospitality and catering industries, have donated the chocolate treats to Worcester...
UK Risks Falling Behind In Race To Net Zero
The UK risks falling behind in the global green innovation race because of significant barriers to low-carbon investment, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Research by McKinsey suggests the net zero transition could be worth over £1 trillion to...
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UK Risks Falling Behind In Race To Net Zero
The UK risks falling behind in the global green innovation race because of significant barriers to low-carbon investment, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Research by McKinsey suggests the net zero transition could be worth over £1 trillion to...
Worcestershire News
The SVR Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of a ‘Transformational Vision’ at Kidderminster Town Station
Last weekend (27 and 28 July) saw the Severn Valley Railway celebrating a milestone in its history, as it marked 40 years since the opening of Kidderminster Town station. Hundreds of people gathered to honour the occasion, as senior railway figures paid tribute to the...
Entrepreneurs with early-stage tech ideas invited to participate in a new technology incubator programme
Building on the success of BetaDen Accelerate, the award-winning technology accelerator programme, and with Intake 1.0 of their new programme well underway, BetaDen is excited to announce the opening of recruitment for Intake 2.0 of their incubator programme,...
Herefordshire News
25K FOR 25YRS
25K FOR 25YRS – SILVER CELEBRATIONS AT HEREFORDSHIRE’S PEARL LAKE COUNTRY PARK. A substantial donation is being made to charities across the region by Glenn & Hannah Jones of Discover Parks marking a quarter of a century in business there. Together with...
Rotherwood Healthcare Announces Partnership with Herefordshire Cricket Ltd
Rotherwood Healthcare, a leading provider of Residential, Nursing, and Dementia Care, is thrilled to announce it is the Official Partner of Herefordshire Cricket Ltd, Herefordshire National Counties First and Development XI playing and training shirts. This...
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Finding Your Voice: Why Speaking Skills Matter More Than Ever
They say that people have a greater fear of speaking in public than they do of death. And while this is not actually true – the research results are used with a large degree of poetic licence – for many, speaking in public still feels edgy and risky. If...
REHAU Celebrates Two Major Award Wins at 2025 National Fenestration Awards
REHAU UK is proud to announce that it has won two major awards at the prestigious National Fenestration Awards (NFAs) this year, recognising its continuing innovation, product quality and outstanding service that it delivers to customers year after year. The 2025...
Upskilling Through Apprenticeships at SME Solicitors
Over the last year, SME Solicitors has been upskilling team members through apprenticeship and skills bootcamp courses. Jack Stirzaker, who is undertaking a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing with The Development Manager, discusses his experience. I...
SME Solicitors supports Workplace Wellbeing with new Mental Health First Aider
In September, Jessica Aldersey, SME Solicitors’ Office Manager, dedicated two working days to completing a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) course with Garrett Learning. This comprehensive training has equipped Jess with valuable skills that will benefit both herself...
SME Solicitors’ Private Client team wins ‘Team of the Year’
SME Solicitors, based in Worcester, is delighted to announce that its Private Client team was awarded ‘Private Client Team of the Year’ at the Worcestershire Law Society Awards 2025. The team was recognised for its exceptional client service and community...
Charity Quiz raises over £1,700 for Redgate Sports
SME Solicitors’ 13th Annual Charity Quiz, hosted on 13 November at Worcestershire County Cricket Club, raised £1,789.78 for Redgate Sports, a local charity dedicated to creating sports opportunities for young people. Since its official launch in June 2024,...
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