Press Releases

Kenilworth Town Council has lodged a formal objection to Policy KEN.1, the proposed allocation of land south of Kenilworth for a minimum of 776 homes, as part of its response to the South Warwickshire Local Plan (SWLP) Publication (Regulation 19) Consultation. In detailed representations prepared on its behalf by planning consultants Black Box Planning, the […]

There’s a chance to discover the sporting history hidden behind the door at 50 Bedford Street, Leamington Spa, one of dozens of the area’s most fascinating buildings set to open later this month for Heritage Open Days. Running from 11 to 20 September, England’s largest festival of heritage and culture will be celebrated across the […]

Warwickshire County Council in partnership with Kenilworth Town Council and English Heritage hereby gives notice of its intention to install a Puffin Crossing on Castle Road near Castle Hill, Kenilworth. The proposed Puffin crossing will provide a safe and accessible crossing point between Abbey Fields and Kenilworth Castle, supporting the significant pedestrian movement generated by […]

Saturday 5 September 2026 marks the return of the popular EcoFest to Leamington’s Pump Room Gardens. The event takes place from 10am to 5pm and celebrates everything eco with a range of have-a-go sessions and activities covering everything from wellbeing and fitness to sustainability; a delicious choice of local & sustainable food; and a variety […]

At the individual Full Council meetings of Stratford-on-Avon and Warwick District Councils that took place on Wednesday 15 July, Councillors gave their recommendation for the next stage of the South Warwickshire Local Plan to be presented to the public for consultation, following agreed revisions in several key areas. This Regulation 19 consultation is being undertaken […]

More than 2,800 visitors flocked to Abbey Fields Swimming Pool on Saturday and Sunday 11-12 July as Kenilworth’s long awaited new centre was opened to the public for the first time. To mark the occasion Everyone Active in partnership with Warwick District Council hosted an open weekend for the local community packed with free water-related […]

Thousands from town and country came together to brave the rain in support of a much-loved agricultural show in Warwickshire. Crowds gathered at the Kenilworth Show, near Stoneleigh, on Saturday as an impressive programme of Main Ring attractions, featuring quad bike stunts, high-speed equestrian racing, an epic tug of war battle between Coventry Rugby Club […]

In response to a growing local demand for high-quality alternative provision, Warwickshire College Group (WCG) is incredibly proud to launch WCG Drive. What is WCG Drive? Opening in September 2026 at our Warwick Trident College campus, WCG Drive is an innovative 14–16 direct-entry “school-within-a-college”. It is designed for young people who are ready to focus […]

Warwick District Council and Everyone Active are thrilled to announce that the new swimming pools at Abbey Fields will open to the public on Saturday 11 July. The brand-new facilities comprising two indoor pools are the result of a £multi-million investment by the council to provide additional year-round pool-space for the people of Kenilworth and […]

Stratford-on-Avon District Council and Warwick District Council are pleased to announce the launch of a new website for the South Warwickshire Local Climate Engagement Programme, a joint initiative designed to support residents, community groups and organisations to take practical action on climate change. The new website will act as a central hub for information, resources […]