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Triple heritage awards shortlisting for the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating after being shortlisted in three categories of the Heritage Railway Association Annual Awards 2026, the biggest and most respected accolades in the heritage rail sector. The SVR has been named as a finalist for: • The Rolling...
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Triple heritage awards shortlisting for the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating after being shortlisted in three categories of the Heritage Railway Association Annual Awards 2026, the biggest and most respected accolades in the heritage rail sector. The SVR has been named as a finalist for: • The Rolling...
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Fisher German undergoes major rebrand as it marks 25th anniversary
Leading property consultancy Fisher German has undergone a major rebrand to unify its purpose and provide a clear direction for ambitious growth 25 years after being founded. The rebrand coincides with Fisher German’s 25th anniversary since the modern-day business was...
Epic fundraising relay to raise money for Acorn’s Children’s Hospice
Professionals from the Worcester office of a leading property consultancy will be embarking on an epic fundraising relay to raise money for a children’s hospice with a shop in the city. Fisher German, which has an office at Global House, is marking its 25th...
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Protecting Your Property or Business from Flooding
Flooding can strike unexpectedly, wreaking havoc on properties and businesses. It is estimated that in the UK over 5 million properties are at risk of flooding, making it a critical concern for residents and business owners. To safeguard your property and business,...
Wyevale Nurseries’ salvias raise £1,600 for Perennial charity through garden centre sales
GARDEN CENTRES have helped support horticultural industry charity Perennial this year by ordering two special fundraising salvias from Hereford-based Wyevale Nurseries (November 2023). The new plants – launched at the 2022 Horticultural Trades Association (HTA)...
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Chamber welcomes new President Ben Mannion
The Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce has announced that further to Mike Forrester completing his presidential term at the Chamber, Ben Mannion will take the title of President of the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce from 11...
September/October edition of Business Direction available to read now
The latest edition of Business Direction is now live. The September/October edition of the Chamber’s bi-monthly publication, ‘Sustainability in the Spotlight’ focuses on businesses sustainability efforts as well as the latest business news from around the two...
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Break the ceiling touch the sky – Success and leadership summit for women
We are delighted to announce that British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) Chair, Sarah Howard, is speaking at the 2020 Europe Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky – the success and leadership summit for women. Taking place virtually on 1 December, the event brings...
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Break the ceiling touch the sky – Success and leadership summit for women
We are delighted to announce that British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) Chair, Sarah Howard, is speaking at the 2020 Europe Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky – the success and leadership summit for women. Taking place virtually on 1 December, the event brings...
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County Council offering FREE business advice for Worcestershire businesses
Like the sound of free business advice? In response to COVID-19, Worcestershire County Council’s Here2Help Business programme offers flexible and free support in critical areas to enable Worcestershire businesses to move forward and grow. Local businesses can attend a...
YMCA shares how local residents are making a positive impact during COVID-19 pandemic
YMCA has had received encouraging stories from its Supported Lodging’s Hosts about how opening their homes has made a positive difference in the lives of young people. YMCA Worcestershire has shared a post from Clare and Graham, who use their spare room to help...
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Kyle joins the Plant Health Professional Register
A Production Manager at one of the UK’s leading nurseries based in Hereford has successfully completed a competency exam to become an Associate on the Plant Health Professional Register (October, 2019). Kyle Ross from Wyevale Nurseries has joined the register...
Thorne Widgery opens its door to next generation of accountants
Ben Roberts, Alex Lancett and Kyle Day have all joined Thorne Widgery’s apprenticeship programme and have begun their studies. Ben joins with a good knowledge of the business environment thanks to his degree in Business Management. He will be working with a...
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Christmas takeover at DRPG Studios
Preparations are well underway for Christmas at DRPG’s studio complex in Hartlebury. Every year the group pulls out all the stops to transform the studios into famous fantasy environments, primarily for DRPG’s own team’s conference and their very own Children’s party....
Law firm celebrates hat-trick at Worcestershire Law Society Awards
Worcestershire law firm mfg Solicitors has won a trio of honours at this year’s Worcestershire Law Society Awards ceremony. The firm’s Agriculture and Rural Affairs team, led by partner at Alexandra Phillips, won the prestigious Discipline of the Year category,...
Ballards LLP Welcomes Seven Exceptional Graduates to the Team
Ballards LLP, a Worcestershire based professional services firm is thrilled to announce the addition of seven graduates to its ranks. These graduates have joined various teams within the organisation, including Business Services, Accounts and Audit, and Private Client...
World famous artist Phlegm paints Sutcliffe office
Sutcliffe & Co Insurance Brokers have unveiled a jaw-dropping piece of artwork at their Head Office in Foundry Street in Worcester City by the world famous and widely acclaimed artist Phlegm as part of this year’s Worcester Paint Festival. The London based artist...
Wyevale Nurseries’ hosts Open Day for ‘Greening Gloucestershire’ stakeholders
Staff from Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) and 25 other guests from its ‘Greening Gloucestershire’ stakeholders attended a special Open Day and tour at one of the UK’s leading nurseries recently (September 2023). They visited Herefordshire-based Wyevale...
FBC Manby Bowdler discovers a more sustainable way to do business
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is the way all businesses are being encouraged to operate. Here’s how FBC Manby Bowdler is navigating the challenges and opportunities it brings. When we started our journey, our first challenge was not having dedicated...
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