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16 November 2023
New Worcester swordbearer is sworn in, in 400-year-old tradition
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A new bearer of the Sword of State for Worce...
15 November 2023
Worcester’s landmark tourism buildings to be open Sundays in 2024
Public opening hours to two city museums are to be reshaped following a decision made by Worcester City Council.
Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum and The Commandery are key destinations for visitors to the city, attracting a combined 80,000 visitors each year.
Proposals have been agreed ...
15 November 2023
Last chance to have your say in review of Worcester’s Public Space Protection Orders
Residents have until 27 November to make their views known on Worcester City Council's review of powers to combat anti-social behaviour in the city.
Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) are used by local councils to protect the public from behaviour that can have a detrimental effect...
14 November 2023
New creative consortium to work with Council on Worcester’s new arts venue
A new consortium of arts and creative organisations has been formed to work with Worcester City Council on the delivery and management of a new arts venue in the city centre.
Based in the Scala and Corn Exchange buildings in Angel Street, the new venue will be funded by part of the £17.9 m...
10 November 2023
Festive fun on the way in Worcester
Christmas is coming to Worcester and preparations are well underway for a whole host of festive events and entertainment.
The festive fun will begin with the switching on of the Christmas lights on 25 November. At 4pm a starlight lantern parade will make its way from The Hive to Cathedral Square...