Kidderminster Town Council

08/01/2021

Kidderminster BID

Kidderminster BID

It’s during these times as business owners and operators we find ourselves with thoughts of how to turn the current climate in tune with our own businesses.

With this in mind, working with Worcester BID and Worcestershire LEP, we are able to offer a series of free business growth courses and run a peer to peer network.

Through this we will enable you to discuss challenges, gain valuable feedback and share ideas on implementing practical solutions to overcome queries and concerns.

The support is free and comes with 18 hours of facilitated learning with a dedicated 3.5 hours of one to one time.

Courses start 25th Jan 2021, so get signed up. Discover more here: https://kidderminsterbid.co.uk/a-free-package-of-business-support/

If you are interested or have any further questions or queries please contact [email protected]

06/01/2021

UK government

Businesses impacted by the new lockdown will be able to access additional grants of up to £9,000 per premises - with £4.6 billion available across the UK. #PlanForJobs

Read more: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/46-billion-in-new-lockdown-grants-to-support-businesses-and-protect-jobs

05/01/2021

KDYT

Following advice from The National Youth Agency we are pleased to share what's happening at KDYT during this lockdown, Online Youth Clubs start next week as KDYT Young Leaders are planning them now.

The Detached Team will be out and about, but please remember they will have ID and be wearing a KDYT Uniform.

The Youth Enquiry Service is here for Young People who need advice and support, message us or drop-in on a Wednesday.

Worcestershire County Council; Safer Wyre Forest; Worcestershire Community Foundation; One You Worcestershire; The National Lottery Community Fund; West Mercia PCC; Wyre Forest Police

04/01/2021

We are delighted to inform you that the Horsefair Clock is working... thanks to everyone involved with this project Horsefair and Proud

03/01/2021

The High Sheriff of Worcestershire

If you know an unsung hero in your local community who deserves recognition, please nominate them for a High Sheriff’s Award. Simply download the nomination form from my website (link in the bio) & submit before 14 January 2021. Thank you! #highsheriff #worcestershire #awards #highsheriffawards #heroes #volunteers

31/12/2020

Kidderminster Town Council would like to wish you all a happy, healthy and safe 2021.

31/12/2020

Wyre Forest District Council

We are sorry we have had to close our public toilets at Brinton Park in Kidderminster due to vandalism. Apologies for any inconvenience.

30/12/2020

Kidderminster BID

Kidderminster BID

With the news just issued it’s never been more important than to stay visible on weblink or social media, by registering your business via our directory we want to be able to keep you updated with all the information and assistance we can offer during these times.
If you need any assistance please don’t hesitate to ask one of the team or email directly to [email protected]

https://bit.ly/3qopDMq

30/12/2020

Kidderminster Repair Cafe

We can now offer to recycle your old 8mm cine film by capturing it on to your memory stick! Free service as always - make a donation to our funds if you wish, no obligation.

30/12/2020

Wyre Forest District Council

Conditions are really bad underfoot today (Wednesday 30 December) which is making it difficult for our crews. We are sorry but this is causing disruption to our waste collection services. They will be making collections when it is safe to do so. Please leave your bin out and we will get to you as soon as possible, including those we weren’t able to empty yesterday (Tuesday 29 December).

29/12/2020

Worcestershire County Council

***Gritting update***

Hi everyone, just a quick update for tonight as it stands.

With road temperatures due to fall below zero overnight, our gritting crews will be heading back out across Worcestershire from 6:30pm.

There is still plenty of water around so please drive carefully and with regard to potentially icy and frosty conditions.

You can view the gritting routes map here: https://bit.ly/2WW7GY5 and report any issues with a gritting route here: https://bit.ly/3hqTIqw

29/12/2020

Worcestershire County Council

If you are not safe to speak during a domestic violence emergency, call '999' and press '55'.

This will automatically transfer you to the police service who will be able to help. If you need support with domestic abuse, follow the link: https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/domesticabuse

29/12/2020

Kidderminster BID

Paths are being gritted and the main town centre is clear, roads into Kidderminster are clear, if you need a pair of wellies or a beef Wellington pop in!!!

28/12/2020

Severn Valley Railway

Important announcement: ALL SERVICES TOMORROW (Tuesday 29th December) ARE CANCELLED

Because of the adverse overnight weather forecast, we are reluctantly cancelling all services tomorrow. Our first priority must be the safety of our passengers and staff.

We are very sorry for any disappointment, and will either offer you an alternative date or a refund. Please email us at [email protected] with your phone number, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

28/12/2020

Thank you to some residents who have informed us that some of the Christmas lights in Vicar Street have been broken because of the snow❄️. The lights contractor has been contacted and will be on site to fix ASAP.

28/12/2020

Wyre Forest District Council

***Roads update***

We've got a series of road closures across Worcestershire with floodwater and overnight snowfall causing some disruption.

To view a full list please see Worcestershire County Council page.

28/12/2020

Wyre Forest District Council

Fallen trees at Spennell's Valley Road, Heronswood Road and Captain's Pool Road #Kidderminster Worcestershire County Council Highways are aware.

28/12/2020

Worcestershire County Council

❄️❄️ Snow ❄️❄️

Our gritters were out last night across Worcestershire and with this morning's snow we're now out gritting again with snow ploughs fitted

If you have to drive, please drive to conditions - slow down & increase distances - take care on the roads.

If you have any issues please raise them via the @WorcsTravel account on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/WorcsTravel

28/12/2020

Wyre Forest - Forestry England

Wyre Forest car park and facilities closed due to current weather.

Please do not attempt to drive to us today.

28/12/2020

Wyre Forest District Council

Wyre Forest District Council

We are very sorry that today's waste collection has been cancelled because of the snow, which has made the side roads and pavements unsafe. (We would have been visiting areas due for a collection on Friday 1st January today. We will be looking to collect on Monday 4th January instead - a week today- and apologise for any inconvenience. So, if this is relevant to you, please take your bin in until then.)

We have a small crew working though until 10.00am this morning supporting with snow clearance and gritting.

Toilets will remain closed and no other services will be running today after 10.00am.

Tuesday's work including waste collection will be reviewed and assessed in the morning. Therefore please can residents whose bin collection is due on Tuesday 29 December leave their bins out as usual.

Please continue to check in here for updates.

25/12/2020

Kidderminster Town Hall

Kidderminster Town Hall

Merry Christmas!!

Whilst opening your Christmas presents from Santa, why not sit back and relax and watch some seasonal songs performed by the wonderful Kidderminster Male Choir.

This performance was recorded live at Kidderminster Town Hall and brought to you thanks to the Culture Recovery Fund from the Arts Council England.

24/12/2020

Kidderminster Town Hall

Merry Christmas Kidderminster. A very special story this Christmas Eve 🎄🎄

Join us before Father Christmas arrives with a festive drink and a mince pie for 'A Very Special Year', a Christmas Story, written and read by Lee Benson

Illustrations by Lynda Nelson and video editing by Colin John Carpenter FILMS 🎥

#Kidderminster #ChristmasEve #ChristmasStory

23/12/2020

Kidderminster Town Council's cover photo

23/12/2020

23/12/2020

Kidderminster BID

We are happy to announce that the winners have been drawn and the town rangers will be at the Christmas tree today between 2-3 and 10am and 2pm tomorrow Christmas Eve.
Oh just to let you know you’re all winners so pop by and we can give you your prize!

21/12/2020

West Mercia Police

Have you noticed a change in your partner this year?
Do you keep making excuses for why your partner might have changed?
Do they shout, mock or make threats to you?
Blame you for their behaviour?
Do they put you down in front of others?
Interrupt you, lie to you or embarrass you?

There is no excuse for domestic abuse. You are not alone.

If you need help always dial 999 in an emergency. For support or advice you can contact

West Mercia Women's Aid Helpline (available to help all victims)
0800 980 3331
Men’s Advice Line
0808 801 0327
The Mix (for under 25s)
0808 808 4994
National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
0800 999 5428

21/12/2020

21/12/2020

Worcestershire County Council

If you experience any of the Coronavirus symptoms throughout the Christmas period you should still book a test and self-isolate.

Here's a breakdown of your local testing sites for the festive period.

You can book a test here: https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/COVIDtesting

20/12/2020

Kidderminster Town Hall

There are still tickets remaining for A Socially Distanced Christmas Carol this evening at 6:30pm! Now available as individual tickets for £10 each

We are delighted to be bringing an hour of Oddsocks festive fun to Kidderminster Town Hall with a new adaptation of the Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol”!

Experience the ghostly tale of greed and comeuppance from the safety of your own table for up to six.

Tickets are available from - https://www.kidderminster-events.co.uk/

Featuring ghostly puppets from puppeteer Josh Elwell (CBeebies, Disney and The Jim Henson Company), Oddsocks actor/director Andy Barrow as Scrooge, Joseph Maudsley (Ratty in Oddsocks’ “Wind of the Willows”) as Bob Cratchit and introducing Harrie Dobby to the Oddsocks family as Mrs Cratchit.

Suitable for all from ages 7+
Performance runs 60 minutes without interval.

19/12/2020

Oddsocks Productions

🎅🏻 🎭

We are visiting Kidderminster Town Hall tomorrow (Sunday 20th) with A Christmas Carol! Two live performances at 1pm and 7pm.

We’re super excited to see you all there! 🤩
Tickets: https://www.kidderminster-events.co.uk/all-events/

Or call 📞 01562 732158

#livetheatre #familyshow #achristmascarol #christmasshow #christmas2020 #christmas #actors

19/12/2020

Kidderminster BID

Have you been to town and completed the Elf Trail yet? Here are just some of the #prizes that will be announced by the Mayor of Kidderminster on 23rd December:

⭐️ Chocolate selection packs
⭐️ Child's photoshoot with ELC Photography at Pop Up Central, including print or personalised T-Shirt
⭐️ A child's haircut from Vibe Hair and Beauty
⭐️ Gifts from the Sweet Jar
⭐️ A gift from the Entertainer
⭐️ A gift from 'The Market Stall' in the Swan Centre
⭐️ 2x £5 vouchers for Old Tom's Doughnuts
⭐️ Selection boxes from B&M
⭐️ An Elf Balloon!

A HUGE thank you to our fantastic local business community for donating wonderful prizes!

#KidderminsterBID #Kidderminster #KidderminsterTown #ShopLocal #BackBusinessInKiddiTown #Christmas #FamilyFun

18/12/2020

West Mercia Police

Following the Government’s announcement yesterday on the change in tiers for some areas of the country, Chief Constable Bangham said officers will continue to police the three counties of West Mercia according to the current restrictions, engaging with communities and enforcing where necessary.

It was announced that from tomorrow (Saturday 19 December) Herefordshire would move from Tier 2 into Tier 1 whilst Worcestershire and Shropshire will remain in Tier 2.

Read the full statement here - https://bit.ly/37wrZBC

18/12/2020

Wyre Forest District Council

Are you a 'wet-led pub'? We need you to contact us to receive a Christmas support grant of £1,000.

We will be providing the grant to support pubs that predominately serve alcohol rather than food over the festive period. It is to cover the period from 2 December to 29 December.

Find out more - https://www.wyreforestdc.gov.uk/christmassupportpayments.

17/12/2020

A cold but beautiful start across Kidderminster this morning.