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Redditch project grows from summer activities into thriving youth club

27 October 2026

Young people in Woodrow are continuing to benefit from a community project that has grown from a summer arts and crafts programme into a regular youth club, helping local children and young people stay active, connected and supported. Delivered by MEI Youth Services CIC, and supported by Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Community Grants programme, … Continue reading “Redditch project grows from summer activities into thriving youth club”

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Warm Space building connection and belonging in Bewdley

15 October 2026

Residents of all ages in Bewdley are finding connection and belonging at Wribbenhall Community centre thanks to a variety of people led events and groups. Funding from Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health team, has supported the community centre to improve its offer, expand its sessions and reach more people. Among the new initiatives are three … Continue reading “Warm Space building connection and belonging in Bewdley”

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New community wellbeing hub officially opens its doors in Kidderminster

13 October 2026

Kidderminster residents now have a new place to access support, build connections, and improve their wellbeing following the launch of The NEST Community Wellbeing Hub. The official launch brought ogether community organisations, partners, volunteers and local residents to celebrate the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the town. Based on Worcester Street and delivered … Continue reading “New community wellbeing hub officially opens its doors in Kidderminster”

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Redditch youngsters find their place on and off the pitch

08 October 2026

Young people in Woodrow are becoming more active thanks to an inclusive football project delivered by Your Ideas. The weekly sessions have provided a safe and structured environment where young people can take part in regular physical activity, make new friends and access support from trusted youth workers and positive role models. The project has … Continue reading “Redditch youngsters find their place on and off the pitch”

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Boxing project helps young people find their strength

07 October 2026

When families attending ARCH activities in Redditch spoke to staff about the challenges facing local children and young people, they highlighted a need for more positive, structured activities that would build confidence, improve wellbeing and provide opportunities to develop new skills. Parents wanted activities that would appeal to young people who were not always engaged … Continue reading “Boxing project helps young people find their strength”

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Safe Place supports young people and reduces anti-social behaviour in Worcester

02 October 2026

Partners, organisations and businesses have come together with a common goal, to give the city’s young people a place to go where they feel welcome, have access to safe adults and can get support. Safe Place is a city centre base in the Arches offering free food and drink and activities, but the main goal … Continue reading “Safe Place supports young people and reduces anti-social behaviour in Worcester”

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Community Partnerships Transforming Life in Woodrow

23 September 2026

The Lord-Lieutenant, HM The King’s Representative in Worcestershire, Mrs Beatrice Grant, together with County Councillor Alan Bailes, visited the Community Hub in Woodrow earlier this month to meet residents, volunteers and partner organisations working together to strengthen community support, health and wellbeing in the area. The visit highlighted the significant progress being made in … Continue reading “Community Partnerships Transforming Life in Woodrow”

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Young people transform Younity Youth Hub

22 September 2026

A summer arts project at the Younity Hub gave young people from The Walshes estate the opportunity to design and create a vibrant mural for the centre. Delivered during the summer holidays by Severn Arts in partnership with Active Youth Outreach Services, the project gave local young people the opportunity to work alongside professional community … Continue reading “Young people transform Younity Youth Hub”

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Supporting Volunteers, Strengthening Communities

01 September 2026

Severn Area Rescue Association (SARA) have upgraded their medical equipment and expanded their volunteer base, thanks to funding provided by Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Community Grant programme. The funding has enabled the search and rescue team to purchase new medical kits, upgrade existing equipment at Kidderminster Fire Station, recruit additional volunteers, and provide further … Continue reading “Supporting Volunteers, Strengthening Communities”

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Reviving Nature at Church Hill Middle School

26 August 2026

Pupils at Church Hill Middle School in Redditch are enjoying a transformed outdoor learning space after support from a Worcestershire County Council Public Health wellbeing grant helped bring new life to the school’s pond area. Designed as a hub for a newly established Eco Council and environmental club, the project responded to a desire to … Continue reading “Reviving Nature at Church Hill Middle School”