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Full-on family fun as the Severn Valley Railway reopens for the 2026 season
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) is set to welcome families back for the start of its 2026 season on Saturday 14 February, for the half-term break, with heritage trains, hands-on activities and plenty to keep children of all ages entertained. Running between...
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Full-on family fun as the Severn Valley Railway reopens for the 2026 season
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) is set to welcome families back for the start of its 2026 season on Saturday 14 February, for the half-term break, with heritage trains, hands-on activities and plenty to keep children of all ages entertained. Running between...
Member News
Celebrating excellence in apprenticeships
We are delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the first-ever Herefordshire Apprenticeship Awards. Hosted by Herefordshire Growth Hub in partnership with Herefordshire Council and local training organisations, these awards will recognise and celebrate:...
Storm Environmental’s Westminster transformation recognised at National Recycling Awards
UK manufacturer of environmental products Storm Environmental is proud to have been recognised at this year’s MRW National Recycling Awards, winning the award for Innovation in Recycling Equipment and Vehicle Design. The award-winning project, ‘Smart Housing and...
Patron & Strategic News
Hazelton Mountford Welcomes Two New Apprentices Amid Exciting Growth
Hazelton Mountford is pleased to welcome Jumeirah and Emma as the company’s newest apprentices. Based at the Worcester office, they will gain hands-on experience across key areas of insurance and client services. Hazelton Mountford’s apprenticeship programme offers a...
Law firm lends helping hand for disabled people to become homeowners
A leading Worcestershire law firm is giving disabled people expert advice to get on the property ladder. The Government-backed HOLD (Home Ownership for People with Long-Term Disabilities) scheme is available to help disabled people become shared ownership homeowners....
Chamber News
Employees and your Business
Employees are the cornerstone of any business, big or small, and creating a team with a good work culture, benefits, and staff can be challenging, especially after the pandemic, which has put more demand on skilled employees, a better work-life balance, and staff...
Grow your Business
Business growth is constantly thrown around in the corporate world; however, the word ‘growth’ can have many connotations. For some, growth is physical—buying a bigger office, increasing the workforce, or increasing distribution. For others, growth may be personal;...
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A warm welcome to Holistic HR who have joined the chamber
Holistic HR – Independant HR services, focusing on running bullying and banter workshops, as well as other training sessions related to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We also support businesses with their HR needs on a retainer basis, or for ad-hoc projects....
A warm welcome to Holistic HR who have joined the chamber
Holistic HR – Independant HR services, focusing on running bullying and banter workshops, as well as other training sessions related to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We also support businesses with their HR needs on a retainer basis, or for ad-hoc projects....
Policy News
Inflation Rises as Cost Burdens Loom for Business
Reacting to the latest inflation data from the ONS, David Bharier, Head of Research said: “While inflation is down considerably from this time last year, the larger than expected uptick in October highlights the continuing price pressures in the economy. Electricity...
Residents Urged to Vote for their Favourite Small Business as Part of Bradley’s Inaugural Awards
Residents across Bromsgrove and the Villages can now vote for their favourite small business as part of Bradley Thomas MP’s inaugural awards. Ahead of this year’s Small Business Saturday on December 7th, Bradley is celebrating the contribution small businesses make to...
Skills News
College group calls for industry leaders to support skills agenda delivery
A leading college group is calling on industry leaders in key sectors to help it deliver on local, regional and national skills agendas. WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group) is looking for individuals to join the advisory boards of each of its six colleges – and...
Herefordshire employment project holds celebration event to mark the National Lottery’s 25th birthday
An employment programme led by Charity Landau, that helps Herefordshire people into work is holding a celebration event on Wednesday 22nd September to showcase the various opportunities available and the achievements of participants who have been supported by the...
Charity News
Panto Brings Festive Cheer to Children’s Ward at Hereford Hospital
The cast of Sleeping Beauty made a festive visit to the Children’s Ward at Hereford County Hospital this week. Whilst talking to the young patients, the cast gave out flags and goodies as a pre-Christmas treat. The visit was part of The Courtyard’s commitment to...
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment Join Forces for Charity Run Supporting Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust
Ballards LLP and Four Squared Recruitment have successfully completed a challenging 10-mile charity run, from Droitwich to Worcester, raising crucial funds for the Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust. The collaborative team undertook the demanding run from their...
Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism
Over half of retail investors (53%) are optimistic about their investments over the next twelve months (compared to 42% in May) 40% of investors expect to increase the amount of money they invest over the next twelve months Younger investors are most confident, with...
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Government Must Harness Retail Investor Optimism
Over half of retail investors (53%) are optimistic about their investments over the next twelve months (compared to 42% in May) 40% of investors expect to increase the amount of money they invest over the next twelve months Younger investors are most confident, with...
Worcestershire News
Spring Diesel Festival is a ‘smash hit’ with more than 5,000 Visitors at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway is celebrating the success of its most recent rail enthusiast event, as it looks back on the four days of its Spring Diesel Festival. With visitor numbers significantly exceeding expectations, and a stunning line-up of diesel traction, the...
Musical Message at the Heart of Mural Created by University Students for the Worcester Community.
Students have created a 55-metre-long mural on a busy Worcester thoroughfare, completely transforming what was a graffiti scrawled wall in the city. The team spent days bringing the mural to life on the walkway between Hardwicke Close and Hylton Road next to the...
Herefordshire News
Herefordshire Council Set to Sign Ground Breaking Local Authority Partnership
Herefordshire Council is set to confirm an agreement with other English and Welsh local authorities at its next cabinet meeting, on Thursday 28 September. A proposed Marches Forward Partnership would see Herefordshire Council work with Shropshire Council,...
Forty Herefordshire Businesses Benefit from Free Energy Audits – with More up for Grabs!
Businesses from across the county have been taking advantage of a new scheme providing free energy audits as part of a campaign to reduce carbon emissions. The energy audits have been offered to members of the Greener Footprints ’30 for 2030’ initiative and the...
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Partnerships with Worcestershire County Cricket Club
Partnering with Worcestershire County Cricket Club is not just a marketing investment, it’s a chance to be part of the cricketing community at the heart of Worcestershire. WCCC provides a unique opportunity for businesses to enhance their brand visibility and...
Chef shortage putting huge pressure on hospitality industry
A Worcestershire hospitality jobs specialist is warning of a national chef shortage and has urged culinary talent to use their expertise, come forward and help rebuild the industry’s struggling talent pool. The alert has come from industry expert Kasia Krieger, who...
Ballards LLP welcomes record 2025 graduate intake
Pictured L-R, Jess Brown, Amber Winspur, Jack Dudley, Katherine Nicholls, Moheeb Hsum, Lauren Townsend (seated, Talent Acquisition Executive) Faye Taylor, Adam Gent, Nabeel Iqbal, Aaisha Mughal and Elliott Jones. Ballards LLP, the Worcestershire based...
Major investment marks new chapter for HCR Law’s Hereford office
A significant milestone has been reached in the heart of Hereford as HCR Law unveils its newly refurbished office, marking a major investment in the city centre and reaffirming its long-standing commitment to the region. After 13 successful years in its current...
HCR Law’s Midlands Corporate team leads M&A deal volume
Experian’s latest data shows a drop in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK during the first half of 2025, reflecting economic uncertainty and a cautious business environment. Deal volumes fell by 16% in H1 2025 compared to H1 2024, according to...
DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS COME TOGETHER IN NEW NMITE ACADEMIC ADVISORY BOARD
NMITE, the pioneering new specialist technical and engineering university based in Hereford, is delighted to announce the formation of a new Academic Advisory Board, with a trio of leading international scholars as members. The Academic Advisory Board joins together...
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