Bringing Communities Together
Paul and Dianne Garrett have cared for over fifty children and since 2009. They became foster carers sixteen years ago after the birth of their son Luke, choosing a path that allowed them to spend more time together as a family while supporting children who needed a loving home. After […]
A CCTV camera in Walsall has been targeted by arsonists just days after being installed. The camera was deployed on Hawbush Road in Bloxwich on 13 March 2026 as part of efforts to tackle fly-tipping in the area. Following the incident, the unit had to be removed from the site. Walsall Council is calling on residents to come forward with […]
Families across Walsall are being invited to get active and have fun this Easter, as Walsall Council unveils an exciting programme of half term activities at its leisure centres. Make a splash this Easter At Oak Park Active Living Centre, families can enjoy floats fun sessions on 30 March, 1 […]
Walsall Council has released opening times for its services ahead of the upcoming Easter bank holiday weekend, taking place from Good Friday (3 April) to Easter Monday (6 April) 2026. Here is a general overview of Walsall Council’s opening hours and specific details on its leisure centres, libraries, waste collections, […]
Find out more about what’s on offer and the work we do. You can download our latest newsletter below: Walsall Works newsletter – Winter update March 2026: download PDF (5.84MB)
Walsall residents will notice some key changes at this year’s Local Elections taking place on Thursday 7 May 2026. “ Emma Bennett, Returning Officer at Walsall Council, said, “With important changes taking place at this year’s Local Elections, I want to encourage every eligible resident to make sure they are […]
Spring into action this April with a range of activities available for crafters, lovers of live music, and art enthusiasts at Walsall’s leisure attractions. The tennis courts inside Walsall Arboretum. The New Art Gallery Walsall Gallery Square, Walsall WS2 8LG Please note, from Wednesday 1 April 2026, the New Art […]
As Walsall schools break up for the holidays, Walsall Council Public Health is encouraging parents and carers to ensure their children are up to date with their routine vaccinations at a local catch-up clinic. School holidays provide a convenient opportunity for families to attend appointments, helping ensure children are protected […]
Almost 7,000 primary school pupils from across 20 schools in Walsall have recently taken part in a national programme to encourage children to eat more vegetables through fun, engaging activities. Eat Them to Defeat Them. Eat Them to Defeat Them, a programme by Veg Power, is a well-established initiative that […]
Walsall Arena & Arts Centre will host musician Steve Cradock on Friday 23 April 2027, as part of the additional dates added to his Travellers Tunes solo tour. Steve Cradock. Cradock, a founding member of Ocean Colour Scene (OCS), has expanded the tour due to popular demand. The 2027 schedule […]
