Walsall is getting ready for a day of creativity, music, making and entertainment as MakerFest returns to the town centre this Saturday (26 September). Walsall Council is inviting residents and visitors to come along to Walsall MakerFest 2026, produced by Bostin’ Creative, taking place from 12pm to 4pm. The event […]
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Walsall backs national ICON Week campaign to support parents and protect babies
Organisations across Walsall are joining forces during ICON Week (21-25 September) to help parents, carers and families access trusted advice and support when coping with a crying baby. The national campaign aims to ensure every family understands that crying is a normal part of a baby’s development and knows where […]
Falls Prevention Awareness Week encourages Walsall residents to stay active, strong and independent
Walsall Council is highlighting simple steps residents can take to stay active, strong and independent during Falls Prevention Awareness Week (21-25 September), as part of its wider Healthy Ageing campaign. Looking after strength, balance and overall wellbeing can help residents continue doing the things that matter to them. Simple actions […]
Walsall Food Partnership highlights local action to support healthy eating in schools and communities
Walsall’s Food Partnership is highlighting the work taking place across the borough to support healthy eating among children and young people. As updated school food standards are due to come into effect nationally from September 2027, partners across Walsall are continuing to work with schools to improve access to healthy, nutritious […]
Walsall residents encouraged to take positive steps for healthy ageing this World Alzheimer’s Day
Walsall residents are being encouraged to take small steps to support their health, wellbeing and independence as Walsall Council marks World Alzheimer’s Day on Monday 21 September. The awareness day forms part of Walsall Council Public Health’s Healthy Ageing campaign, which encourages people to stay active, stay connected, stay independent […]
More support for families as Walsall Gala Swimming & Fitness Centre joins Best Start Family Hubs network
Families across Walsall will have even greater access to support, activities and health services as Walsall Gala Swimming & Fitness Centre becomes the newest spoke site in the borough’s Best Start Family Hubs network. The centre is the latest community venue to join the programme, which connects families with local […]
Walsall Fireworks Spectacular set to light up the Arboretum with live entertainment
Walsall Arboretum is set to come alive Saturday 7 November 2026 as Walsall Council’s Fireworks Spectacular brings an evening of live entertainment, fairground fun, food and a spectacular fireworks display to the town. Walsall Arboretum is set to come alive on Saturday 7 November 2026 as Walsall Council’s Fireworks Spectacular […]
Free electric blanket safety testing offered to Walsall residents
Walsall residents will be able to have their electric blankets safety tested for free ahead of winter. Hosted by Walsall Council’s Trading Standards team, the two-day event will take place at the Lichfield Street Hub on Monday 28 and Tuesday 29 September, from 9.30am to 3pm. Residents will have the […]
Residents encouraged to have their say on the Walsall Borough Local Plan
Today marks the start of the final stage of consultation on the Walsall Borough Local Plan, and Walsall residents are encouraged to take part. From the 21 September 2026 to the 2 November 2026, residents and businesses can have their say on whether they believe the Local Plan has been […]
Walsall Re-Use Shop reaches 100,000 items sold
Walsall’s Re-Use Shop has sold its 100,000th item, with more than 109,000 people visiting the Middlemore Lane facility since it opened in February. The milestone highlights the growing success of the shop in giving unwanted items a second life and keeping them in use for longer, rather than being thrown […]








