Families in Walsall can visit Santa for free in the Saddlers Shopping Centre this November. Travelling from the North Pole, Santa is expected to arrive at the Saddlers Shopping Centre on Saturday 29 November, and can be visited between 11am and 4pm. The visit from Santa coincides with Walsall town […]
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Uniting together to remember fallen heroes in Walsall
The community of Walsall came together on Sunday 9 November 2025 for the borough’s annual Remembrance Sunday parade and service, with a strong turnout of people united in honouring the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Walsall’s town centre service was led by […]
Consultation on the Walsall Borough Local Plan has launched: Have your say
Walsall Council is asking for residents to share their views on a draft version of the Walsall Borough local plan; a blueprint that will guide how the borough grows and develops over the next 15 years. The Local Plan is essential for ensuring that Walsall meets its future needs for […]
Have your say on the Darlaston Plan for Neighbourhoods
Darlaston residents can now find out more about the plan, and have their say on the consultation on the Darlaston Plan website In 2023 it was announced that Darlaston would be one of 55 overlooked towns in the country to receive a £20million government investment to spend over 10 years. […]
Safe spaces scheme launched in Walsall for children and young people
Children and young people can now visit registered safe spaces in Walsall if they are worried, upset or need help whilst out and about. Walsall Council and West Midlands Police have launched a new, safe spaces initiative following calls from young people to make the town feel and be a […]
Damaged Barr Beacon War Memorial replaced ahead of Remembrance service
Part of a war memorial which was vandalised last month has now been replaced at Barr Beacon, just in time for a Remembrance service on Friday November 7, 10.45am. The incident, which took place in early October, was reported to West Midlands Police at the time. The damage is believed to […]
Road closure order for Remembrance Day parades
Across Walsall, a number of road closures are planned for Remembrance Day parades and services on Sunday 9 November 2025. On the day, events will be in progress between the approximate hours of 9am and 1pm apart. This excludes Walsall Wood, which is expected to take place between 1pm and […]
Successful summer of Community Protection patrols
Walsall Council’s Community Protection Enforcement Officers (CPEOs) will continue their work across the borough after a successful summer of proactive patrols tackling antisocial behaviour, environmental crime, and community safety concerns. For the past three months the team has carried out daily, high-visibility patrols in Walsall and Willenhall town centres as part of […]
Stay safe and celebrate responsibly this Bonfire Night
As Bonfire Night approaches, Walsall Council is reminding residents to celebrate safely, protect their communities, and respect their neighbours, pets, and local environment. Residents are urged to only buy fireworks from reputable retailers and check that all products carry a CE or UKCA safety mark, along with clear English instructions and identification information. Sparklers must include […]
Council considers recommendations for Polling Districts Review in Walsall
Final recommendations for new polling districts and polling places used within the borough of Walsall will be considered by a meeting of full council on Monday 3 November 2025. Council considers recommendations for Polling Districts Review in Walsall The Polling Districts Review is a legal requirement under the Electoral Registration […]








