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Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
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Best things about living in Worcester revealed by locals - do you agree?
Worcestershire is home to lots of pleasant areas, and Worcester was recently named one of the happiest places to live by The Guardian. But what makes the city so special? To find out, we asked Worcester News readers to share what they think are the best things about living in Worcester. From the countryside to the restaurants, here's what locals said they like best about living in Worcester. The Guardian said: 'This West Midlands city has beautiful cobbled streets as well as dozens of shops and restaurants, and plenty to see and do. The beautiful Worcester Cathedral dominates the city centre – King John is among the historical figures buried there.' It added that there is a 'low crime rate' and that it's 'affordable' when 'compared with many other cities'. See the full list of Britain's happiest places to live via The Guardian's website. One local listed several things that make Worcester a 'great' place to live, including its countryside: 'Beautiful canals, the river, parks, museums, countryside, wildlife, cafes, entertainment, festivals and concerts, museums, great restaurants and bars and plenty of them are sole traders, history, architecture, safety generally peaceful. 'Good schools and education, hobby and community groups... 'Pretty great place to live'. Another local agreed, adding: 'and beautiful people !' This person said: 'If you take time to look around the city you'll find it's lovely. Great walks along the river and beautiful old buildings. There are a lot worse places than here!' Another local shared: 'Always love the walk from town across the bridge. The cathedral view and the riverside walk are wonderful'. Someone who lived in Worcester but has since moved abroad said: 'I'm living abroad now but Worcester is a good place to live. Fantastic architecture and historic buildings. 'It's better than a lot of places that's for sure.' Someone agreed, sharing: 'not wrong there mate I now live in the usa. worcester is gorgeous if you take the time to enjoy it. if you take your head out of your phone and look up at what history we have and beautiful nature then maybe you would enjoy it more.' Recommended reading: Best villages to visit for a day out near Worcester according to locals This is Worcester's highest-rated cafe and it serves 'the best coffee' 'Must-visit' Worcestershire pub has one of the UK's best beer gardens This person shared: 'Their is lots to do in the parks and city centre, their a fabulous atmosphere in city and everyone is so friendly.' Another local said: 'The music and theatre scene and how the cathedral dominates city spreading love and kindness and a space to reflect'. What do you like most about living in Worcester? Let us know in the comments.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Best villages to visit for a day out near Worcester according to locals
Are you looking for a bit of inspiration when it comes to days out near Worcester? As the weather becomes warmer, you might be wondering where you can explore and enjoy your free time. Some local knowledge is always handy so we asked Worcester News readers which village is the best for a day out near the city. To give you some day trip inspiration, we've combed through the results and found the best villages to visit – let's take a look. Lots of places were mentioned when we asked readers the all-important question in 2024 and a few villages got multiple votes. However, one village stood out from the rest. The best village for day trips near Worcester is Malvern, according to our readers. One local said: 'Malvern if u fancy nice food hillside pizza'. Whether you want to get out in the fresh air for a walk or stop for a bite to eat during your day in Malvern, the village has plenty to offer. Recommended reading: 5 of the best pubs to visit near the Malvern Hills Prettiest village pubs you can visit for a pint and some grub in Worcestershire 5 of the best farm shops you can visit across Worcestershire this spring The likes of Bewdley also proved popular with our readers with one saying: 'Bewdley. Nice walks, nice pubs and restaurants, little museum that my kids love, a ice cream shop that kids love too and chip shop that I love but really shouldn't have', adding a laughing crying face emoji. One local couldn't decide between two villages, writing: 'Broadway. Or Malvern.' Ombersley and Hartlebury are among the other villages mentioned in the comments section of our Facebook post. Do you agree? Let us know in the comments.
Daily Mail
04-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Schoolhouse transformed into two homes is for sale with a price tag of £130,000 - but there's a catch
An old school building has been put on the market as two homes - but their 'attractive price' comes with a catch. The former schoolhouse near Worcester is on the market as a pair of semi-detached homes for £130,000. The first - ironically titled Number 2 - boasts of a canopy porch, hallways, reception room, kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms. While the second - also known as Number 3 - has a reception room, kitchen area, hall, shower room and three bedrooms, as well as a garden space. Beyond that, both homes offer little else. Exposed floorboards, peeling wallpaper, and a partly gutted kitchen have been put on offer as what can only be described as a fixer-upper. Stairs with the carpet notably ripped up and water stained cupboards were also on show. The sales brochure admitted that both 'are in need of improvement works throughout' but did have electric heating and double glazing. Jonathan Hackett, consultant director at Bond Wolfe, told Worcester News: 'These two vacant, semi-detached homes were the result of the conversion of an old schoolhouse some years ago. 'Number 2 has a canopy porch, hall, reception room, inner hall, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom with a shower on the ground floor, with a landing and second bedroom upstairs. 'Number 3 has an entrance hall, shower room with toilet, inner hall, reception room and dining kitchen on the ground floor, with a landing and three bedrooms upstairs. 'There are gardens outside, plus the properties have electric heating and double-glazing, however they are in need of improvement works throughout.' The Acton Green property is on auction May 15. It comes less than a week after another unusual abode came on the market in Swanage, Dorset. A former police station was put up for sale for £1.2million with its original front desk and charge rooms as well as a series of cells with wooden beds. In the listing for the property, estate agents have described it as an 'excellent redevelopment site' with planning permission to convert it into three three-bed flats and three four-bed homes. The listing goes on to say: 'The property is situated on a prominent site about one third of a mile level distance from the town centre and beach. 'Swanage lies at the Eastern tip of the Isle of Purbeck, delightfully situated between the Purbeck Hills. 'It has a fine, safe, sandy beach, and is an attractive mixture of old stone cottages and more modern properties, all of which blend in well with the peaceful surroundings. 'To the South is Durlston Country Park renowned for being the gateway to the Jurassic Coast and World Heritage Coastline.' This station joins a list of odd things which have gone up for sale and it is far from the most unusual thing up for grabs. As previously reported, a Cold War-era former observation bunker on the edge of the royal estate at Sandringham in Norfolk went up for auction last month. The Dersingham Royal Observer Corps post was once part of a large network of observation posts up and down the country which were constructed as part of an early warning system to detect impending nuclear attacks and calculate their impact. The Dersingham post is buried in the land on the north-east side of Chalk Pit Road and has been well-preserved. The site was built in 1957 and has two components: a concrete orlit hut above ground and a hidden bunker underground. Both structures were completed due to the heightened threat of nuclear war at the time.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Red Nose Day: Worcester pupils don 80s gear for Comic Relief
RED NOSE Day is here and children across Worcester have been getting involved and dressing up for the occasion. To celebrate 40 years of Comic Relief, many have opted for a 'back to the 80s' theme, with school pupils donning their best neon colours, legwarmers and multicoloured shell suits. Celebrities, films and music from the decade have inspired some of this year's outfits, including Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and Back to the Future. Parents from across the city have snapped photos of their children's creative outfits and have sent them to Worcester News. Here is what Worcester pupils have worn to celebrate Red Nose Day this year: Layla-Mae,11 and Nancie-Mai, 6 (Image: Terri Locke) Leo Bailey, 6 (Image: Lisa Pugh) Lukas Dixon, 5 (Image: Carla Pelz) Tayah-Rose, 6, and Theo-Jay, 4 (Image: Courtney Harris) Amelia, 9 (Image: Hannah Fennell) Zac, 7 and Millie, 5 (Image: Bekky Sheppard) Poppy, 5 (Image: Carla Mason) Alfie West, 5 (Image: Sarahjane West) Kobe Baker, 4 (Image: Keeley Fowler) blah Oliver, 5 and Izabelle, 10 (Image: Sam Coombes) Eva-Grace Collins, 6 (Image: Chelsey Collins) Skyla-Mae Bailey, 3 (Image: Lisa Pugh) Willow-Rose,10 (Image: Abbi Smith) Conni Windiate, 7 (Image: Carly-Marie Smith) Skye Sinclair (Image: Kelly Marie) Sydney, 8 and Dougie, 6 (Image: Hev Beckstein) Danni-Lou, 9 (Image: Katie Thomasson) Willow Upton, 4, Bailey Monk, 8 and Chester Upton, 5 (Image: Rachel Brown) Noah, 6 (Image: Charlene Waring) Lara-Mai, 9 and Lettie, 3 (Image: Jodie Stanley) Lucy, 6 and Macie, 9 (Image: Jess Jane Ferrier) Freddie Harvey, 4 (Image: Beccie Bradshaw) Lillie Collins, 7 (Image: Haylie Gretton) Lottie, 11 (Image: Hannah Walkley) Bella, 6, Leia-Rae, 7 and Nala, 5 (Image: Gina Graham) Harley and Callum Ward, 9 with their little brother Reece Ward, 3 Archie (Image: Supplied)
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Residents in disbelief after spotting rare animal that nearly went extinct: 'I saw something from quite far away'
Recent sightings of a European otter are bringing smiles and renewed hope for the species' future. On the morning of Jan. 12, an onlooker spotted the creature relaxing on a log on the River Severn in Diglis, England, and one was also spotted Jan. 4. Per the Worcester News, in the 1950s, the European otter "was on the brink of extinction, but conservation efforts around the U.K. have brought their numbers up to around 11,000 in the wild." Do you think America does a good job of protecting its natural beauty? Definitely Only in some areas No way I'm not sure Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. According to The Wildlife Trusts, the European otter remains a protected species. The animals are excellent swimmers and need clean rivers with ample food supplies and vegetation to thrive. "It's not that long ago that otters were almost extinct in the U.K.," a Worcestershire Wildlife Trust spokesperson told the News. "… Following the banning of the worst-offending pesticides and legal protection of otters from hunting, their populations bounced back." Preserving the otters' habitat by keeping water free from pollution benefits the entire ecosystem. The animals' renewed presence also sends a hopeful message that protecting natural resources supports healthy and diverse ecosystems. The return of the European otter is just one species success story as conservationists work to defend endangered and protected species. The world's smallest wild pig species, pygmy pigs, have reached a population of around 200 in the Assam forests of India. Conservationists are also hopeful that bighorn sheep in the Sierra Nevada mountain range will maintain their comeback. These efforts are important to keeping regional ecosystems in check. As conservation efforts continue, other lucky onlookers may have more happy moments of wildlife spotting like that of Julia Everest, who took the photo of the otter on the River Severn. "I saw something from quite far away on the other side of the river, and I went to investigate," Everest told the News. "It was really lovely to see, and it's nice to know they are around." Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
