More than £800,000 is being spent by Malvern Hills District Council upgrading the energy efficiency of buildings as part of efforts to combat climate change. A grant of £167,000 has been secured from the Government's Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme which will help improve the energy efficiency of Malvern Theatres. The money will be used to upg...

A series of improvements are being made to Malvern's Priory Park over the coming months to provide an even better experience for visitors. Work got underway this week on repairing and redecorating the shelters by the pond. They will be out of use for about four weeks. Early in June surfacing works will be carried out to paths around the park along ...

Residents will have the chance to protect their property from thieves at a free property marking event next week. Organised by Malvern Hills District Council, the event will be held on Wednesday, 2 June from 3pm to 7pm at Pendock Primary School car park. Officers will be on hand to offer free property security marking and home security advice. Peop...

The Malverns could be set to benefit from a surge in summer staycations providing a boost to the district's tourism sector. Research by market intelligence agency Mintel, found summer holiday sales in the UK were set to reach a ten year high with many people saying they would choose to stay in a rural or countryside area. Malvern Hills District Cou...

A popular historic landmark in Upton-upon-Severn has been restored to its original glory. The Pepperpot, which is situated on Church Street next to Upton Tourist Information Centre, has undergone a renovation to strip the paint to reveal the original brickwork beneath and reflect the feel of the original tower. Work on the Grade II listed landmark ...

Local artists and designers will be offering their goods once again when the Malvern Spring Arts Market returns this weekend. The popular market, which is one of the longest running markets of its kind in the area, will be held on Saturday, 1 May at 10am to 5pm. Located in the beautiful grounds of Great Malvern Priory, residents and visitors alike ...

The Malvern Well Dressing Festival will return next weekend and this year's theme promises to be out of this world. The popular festival, which will be held from Saturday 1 May to Sunday 9 May 2021, will see up to 49 wells and spouts creatively decorated in the theme of 'Planets and Stars'. The annual event celebrates Malvern's history, from its ic...

There has been a fantastic response to Census 2021. Nine out of ten households across England and Wales have completed their questionnaire – but everyone must take part. Every household is required by law to complete the census. Even though Census Day – 21 March 2021 – has been and gone, it is not too late to fill out your form and avoid a fine. Mo...

Shop local and shop safely is the message from the Leader of Malvern Hills District Council ahead of the next stage of the country's lockdown easing road map next week. From Monday, 12 April non-essential retailers, hairdressers and other personal care services can reopen. Pubs, restaurants, and cafes will also be able to serve people outside and o...

Worcestershire residents are being urged to follow Government guidelines this Easter to make sure Covid cases continue to decrease across the County. Yesterday saw Government lockdown restrictions ease in time for the Easter break but Worcestershire Regulatory Services Enforcement Officers fear a combination of good weather and school holidays coul...

There is still time for residents across the Malvern Hills District to fill in the census questionnaire. Census Day, which was on Sunday March 21, marked the day that millions of people across England and Wales completed key questions about themselves and their households to ensure local services in every community are informed by the best informat...

With 21 March fast approaching, Census 2021 is in full swing in the Malvern Hills District. Letters with unique access codes have been sent out to residents across the district and responses are already being sent in. Residents are required by law to complete the census on Sunday, 21 March or as soon as possible after. There is a risk of a £1,000 f...

The popular Great Malvern Farmers' Market will return next week with a drive-through click and collect event. The event will be held from 10am to 12pm on Saturday, 20 March in the Malvern Splash Leisure Centre car park on Priory Road. Shoppers will have the chance to choose from a range of local businesses offering fresh food and drink. It is essen...

The Commonwealth Flag has been raised by Malvern Hills District Council to mark Commonwealth Day 2021. Commonwealth Day is held on the second Monday in March each year and is an opportunity for individuals, communities and organisations to promote the values that the Commonwealth stands for. The flag, which was raised above the Council House, is on...

Households across the Malvern Hills District will be asked to take part in the next census in spring. Run by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the census will be held on 21 March and is a once-in-a-decade survey that provides the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. Letters will soon be sent out with...

Malvern Hills District Council has been recognised for its litter-picking efforts and dedication to keeping the district clean. The council's Adopt a Street scheme received the prestigious 'Litter Initiative of the Year 2021' award by Keep Britain Tidy which recognises projects that have successfully reduced litter through sustained behaviour chang...

Steps are being taken by Malvern Hills District Council to make sure training and education provision continues at the Malvern Hills College site. Warwickshire College Group (WCG) announced in November 2020 it would cease operations at its site on Albert Road North in Summer 2021. A taskforce including district councillors Beverley Nielsen and Tom ...

Malvern Hills District Council has been flying the rainbow flag in celebration of LGBT+ History Month. LGBT+ History Month is an annual celebration which runs throughout February and aims to promote equality and inclusivity, as well as teach people about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related c...

Food packs and 'Grow Your Own Veg' kits have been handed out across the Malvern Hills District to support families during half term. The project, which has been set up by the Malvern Hills District Youth Advisory Network (MYAN), also aims to encourage children to take an active role in growing and preparing food. Working with MYAN and using funding...

Businesses across the Malvern Hills District are being encouraged to join a free webinar on how to set up an online shop. Malvern Hills District Council is working with the Small Business Clinic (owned by Nepeta Consulting Ltd) to deliver the webinar and Q&A at 2.30pm 18 February 2021. The free event, which was first held in November, is suitab...