LIVE: Roads closed in Evesham and Pershore as Avon floods
A flood warning has been issued for the River Avon by the Environment Agency which said: “We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the Waterside Road area, as well as the road and car park on the meadow. Pershore Road Bridge may also be flooding.”. The Avon is expected to peak between 3.1metres and 3.4metres this evening (Friday)
Work expected to shortly restart on Evesham's 'iconic' Round House
WORK TO restore Evesham’s most iconic building looks set to restart shortly after its owners moved to ease fears about its future. Doubt was cast on the project when, a fortnight ago, the lead contractor, IGS, collapsed into administration, despite having secured more than £1billion worth of government contracts.
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Top Friendly Activities to do in Evesham This Autumn
Visit the Evesham Vale Light Railway. This miniature railway winds its way through the grounds of the Evesham Country Park, a true delight for all ages. This train will take you on a picturesque journey through woodlands, open fields, and beautiful landscapes-all especially magical in the autumn months. Children just love the ride, while adults ...
Evesham Sanctuary Centre - offering support to refugees - is ...
THE FIRST sanctuary centre in Worcestershire, providing a haven for refugees and asylum seekers, has been officially opened in Evesham. The new centre was officially opened by the town’s mayor Coun Alan Booth and is being run by Evesham Vale Welcomes Refugees (EVWR).
Drivers warned to give themselves extra time with frost forecast …
DRIVERS have been warned to give themselves more time when travelling to work this morning amidst one of the first frosts of the season. The Met Office predicts when residents wake up this morning, it will be 0°C up until around 8am in Worcestershire.
UPDATE - Bidford Bridge closed 'indefinitely' - Evesham Observer
In a message posted to Bidford Forum Facebook group, Councillor Daren Pemberton said: “There is significant damage to the bridge and will take some time to be assessed, and work itself will also take some time. As a result the bridge will be closed to vehicles indefinitely.”. He added that the white Uber taxi cannot be removed safely until ...
NORTHERN LIGHTS - Your stunning pictures of the Aurora …
Natural Phenomenon: The Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, are a natural light display predominantly seen in the high-latitude regions around the Arctic Circle. Kelly Johns – Evesham. Charged Particles: They occur when charged particles emitted by the sun, primarily electrons and protons, collide with gases in Earth’s atmosphere.
Evesham's town clerk resigns and will leave role next week
UNDER-FIRE Evesham Town Council clerk Francesca Pridding has revealed she will leave her post next week. Ms Pridding resigned in an e-mail to councillors seen by the Observer and will leave her post on Tuesday (April 12) as per the terms of her contract. The Observer understands Ms Pridding is leaving the town hall for a new job and her ...
REVEALED: 40 new homes proposal for Honeybourne ... - Evesham …
The development will feature a mix of houses and bungalows and plans are also to include 40 per cent affordable housing. Deeley Homes ran a public consultation on the project prior to the submission. Deeley Homes is part of the Deeley Group, which is headquartered in Coventry. Eleanor Deeley, joint managing director of the Deeley Group, said ...