Newsroom and events

Borough Council adopts coastal landscape management plan

Published: Monday, 15th June 2026

The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk has adopted the Norfolk Coast National Landscape Management Plan, which sets how the coast will be managed and protected over the next few years.

West Lynn ferry at the West Lynn landing with its new steps

Planning for a sustainable long-term future of the West Lynn Ferry river crossing

Published: Friday, 12th June 2026

The long-term future of the West Lynn Ferry has been discussed this week with the operator, ward members and cabinet member following completion of a detailed technical feasibility report.

Drowning Prevention Week. 13 - 20 June 2026. Everyone can play their part.

Free Water Safety Sessions at Alive

Published: Wednesday, 10th June 2026

Alive West Norfolk, the leisure and entertainment facilities owned by the borough council, are running free Water Safety Sessions at all swimming pools during National Drowning Prevention Week.

King’s Lynn’s Red Register, thought to be one of the earliest surviving paper books in England, has been recognised as being of exceptional international importance.

King’s Lynn’s medieval ‘Red Register’ recognised by UNESCO

Published: Tuesday, 9th June 2026

King’s Lynn’s Red Register, thought to be the earliest surviving paper book in England, has been recognised as being of exceptional international importance.

Lilly Skeels being presented her certificate by chief executive Kate Blakemore and Cllr Alistair Beales

Lilly is an Apprentice of Distinction

Published: Wednesday, 3rd June 2026

Lilly Skeels has become a fully qualified Environmental Health Officer with the achievement of a Distinction in the final stage of her six-years of studying.

Group photo of Adapted Sports Hub Trust Launching Major Inclusive Sports Development at Lynnsport

Adapted Sports Hub Trust Launches Major Inclusive Sports Development at Lynnsport

Published: Friday, 29th May 2026

Published on behalf of the Adapted Sports Hub Trust

Music in the Bandstand at The Walks, King's Lynn

Enjoy free summer concerts in West Norfolk Bandstands

Published: Wednesday, 27th May 2026

West Norfolk’s much-loved Music in the Bandstand series is back, bringing free live music to two of the area’s most iconic outdoor spaces throughout the summer.

Historic England to Launch Comprehensive Listing Review in Downham Market

Published: Tuesday, 26th May 2026

The team from Historic England is launching a 4 year review of around 100 historic buildings in Downham Market — the first major update since 1974.

Council employee is Local Government Apprentice of the Year

Published: Thursday, 21st May 2026

Leena Futter from Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk has been named as the 2026 Local Government Apprentice of the Year.

Cheque presentation from Mintlyn Crematorium and the Mayor to representatives from the 8:56 Foundation.

Mintlyn Crematorium donates its largest ever charitable contribution to the 8:56 Foundation

Published: Wednesday, 20th May 2026

Mintlyn Crematorium, owned and operated by the Borough Council, has donated £17,000 to the 8:56 Foundation — the largest contribution it has ever awarded through the national ICCM scheme.

King’s Lynn’s rich maritime history to be celebrated this weekend

Published: Monday, 18th May 2026

King’s Lynn will come alive with colour, culture and seafaring spirit this Sunday, 24 May, as the Hanse Festival returns to the town’s historic waterfront with a packed programme of activities.

Statement from Leader following reports of potential legal action about LGR proposals

Published: Friday, 15th May 2026

Statement from the Leader of the Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk

The Mayor and Deputy Mayor with the new Mayor's Cadets for 2026/27.

Mayor’s cadets collect their badges from the new Mayor

Published: Friday, 15th May 2026

The new Mayor’s cadets for the next year were recognised during Mayor making at King’s Lynn Town Hall on Thursday 14 May 2026.

King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council Mayor Making 2026

Published: Thursday, 14th May 2026

Cllr Steve Bearshaw has been elected as Mayor of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk and as Chairman of the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk for the coming year at the Mayor Making ceremony.

Public Space Protection Order maps for Hunstanton, Downham Market and King's Lynn

Have your say on renewal of Public Space Protection Orders

Published: Thursday, 14th May 2026

Residents are being invited to share their views on the future of three Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) that currently restrict alcohol related anti social behaviour.

Multiagency operation targets illegal waste carrying

Published: Thursday, 14th May 2026

A number of offences were detected on Tuesday when vehicles were checked as part of a multiagency operation on the outskirts of Clenchwarton.

The Mayor opens the updated Memorial Fields Play Area in Downham Market

Fun and Adventure Ahead: Mayor Opens Revitalised Memorial Fields Play Area

Published: Thursday, 14th May 2026

The Mayor has officially opened the newly upgraded play area at Memorial Fields in Downham Market, following a significant investment to modernise this much loved community space.

40 years of Careline Community Service. Residents are invited to RSVP for their free place now.

40 years of Careline Community Service to be celebrated

Published: Tuesday, 12th May 2026

A service that has supported thousands of people to remain living independently in their own homes will be celebrated at a special event marking 40 years of Careline Community Service in West Norfolk.

Landlords – take action to avoid a £7,000 fine

Published: Tuesday, 12th May 2026

Landlords have until the end of May to give their existing tenants a copy of a Government information sheet about the Renters’ Rights Act or face a £7,000 penalty.

Give your garden a splash of colour on us

Published: Monday, 11th May 2026

Free plant giveaway as we get ready for our summer planting.

Consultation: Have your say to finalise masterplan for King’s Lynn

Published: Monday, 11th May 2026

Residents, community groups and businesses are invited to help finalise a masterplan for King’s Lynn, which will guide sustainable regeneration, investment and opportunity over the next 20 years.

Early intervention initiative hits milestone at networking event

Published: Tuesday, 28th April 2026

West Norfolk’s Help Hub has hit a significant milestone, as the network of organisations working together to provide early support for people who are struggling continues to expand.

Second annual garden wildlife competition returns to celebrate West Norfolk’s nature friendly gardens

Published: Tuesday, 14th April 2026

Residents across West Norfolk are once again being encouraged to showcase the wildlife thriving in their gardens, as we launch the second annual Garden Wildlife Competition.

Publication of Statements of Persons Nominated

Candidates announced for the Norfolk County Council elections

Published: Friday, 10th April 2026

Residents are being encouraged to make sure they’re ready to vote in the upcoming Norfolk County Council elections, as the list of candidates is published today.

West Norfolk’s Battle of the Bands returns

Published: Tuesday, 7th April 2026

Local musicians are being called to the stage as the fourth annual West Norfolk Battle of the Bands returns to The Green in Hunstanton this summer.

Councillors to discuss relocation plans to safeguard and expand charity’s support for vulnerable people in West Norfolk

Published: Thursday, 2nd April 2026

A plan which would allow The Purfleet Trust to expand their valuable support for vulnerable people from a new, larger base in King’s Lynn, is set to be discussed by borough councillors.

Food for Thought is coming to the New King's Lynn Library

Food for Thought returns to King’s Lynn – with a twist

Published: Thursday, 2nd April 2026

The Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk’s popular Food for Thought programme is back this spring, bringing a fresh new format to its 13th full season.

Some of the old play equipment to be replaced at Memorial Fields in Downham Market

Fun and Adventure Ahead: Playground Upgrade Coming to Memorial Fields

Published: Wednesday, 1st April 2026

Residents and visitors to Downham Market can look forward to an exciting transformation at Memorial Fields, where a range of new play equipment will be installed over the coming months.

Call for sites to help shape future development

Published: Wednesday, 1st April 2026

Landowners in West Norfolk have extra time to put forward potential sites for development as part of the borough council’s ‘call for sites’ consultation which has been extended until Friday 1 May.

Nominations open for candidates in the upcoming Norfolk County Council election

Published: Friday, 27th March 2026

The Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk is now inviting nominations from individuals wishing to stand in the Norfolk County Council election, taking place on Thursday 7 May.

Major boost for King’s Lynn as Government approves Pride in Place Regeneration Plan

Published: Wednesday, 25th March 2026

The Government has approved King’s Lynn Pride in Place Regeneration Plan, unlocking a major programme of £20m national investment over the next ten years to revitalise the town centre, strengthen local communities, and support long‑term economic growth.

Group of student from Clenchwarton Primary School during Shakespeare week

Macbeth experience brought to schools to celebrate Shakespeare Week

Published: Wednesday, 25th March 2026

The Guildhall Outreach brings Macbeth to Life for over 1,000 local students during Shakespeare Week.

West Norfolk welcomes Government decision on Local Government Reorganisation in Norfolk

Published: Wednesday, 25th March 2026

The Government has decided that three unitary councils is its chosen way forward for Local Government Reorganisation in Norfolk.

Reminder to Register to Vote for the Norfolk County Council Election on 7 May

Published: Tuesday, 24th March 2026

Residents are being reminded to ensure they are registered to vote ahead of the Norfolk County Council Election taking place on Thursday 7 May.

Bin collections will take place on Good Friday but NOT on Easter Monday

Published: Tuesday, 24th March 2026

This Easter there will be less disruption to bin collections in west Norfolk as crews will work on Good Friday to clear the usual Friday waste and recycling collections.

Hunstanton Promenade - after the emergency works

Hunstanton Promenade reopens

Published: Tuesday, 24th March 2026

Emergency works to repair winter storm damage to Hunstanton Promenade is complete, with the seafront route now fully reopened to pedestrians in time for Easter.

Highways safety and public realm improvements planned for Guildhall renovation project

Published: Monday, 23rd March 2026

Highways safety and public realm improvements to the street outside St George’s Guildhall have been revealed, as part of its exciting renovation as a local, regional and international centre for arts, creativity and theatre.

New King's Lynn Library opens its doors

Published: Monday, 16th March 2026

Published on behalf of Norfolk County Council.

Fun, free events return to West Norfolk in 2026

Published: Thursday, 12th March 2026

A vibrant year of free events is coming to King’s Lynn and Hunstanton in 2026, as the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk unveils a packed programme.

Attendees at a Hanseatic Union Food for Thought session

Hanseatic Union hosts Food for Thought sessions

Published: Thursday, 5th March 2026

Hanseatic Union has worked alongside the borough council to deliver new Food for Thought sessions held at the Beacon Church in North Lynn.

Community Governance review consultation

Time running out to have your say: Do you want a Parish/Town council for King’s Lynn?

Published: Wednesday, 4th March 2026

Hundreds of King’s Lynn residents have already taken part in an important consultation asking if they’d like a dedicated Parish/Town council set up for the historic town.

Pictured is P2000 Archer Class Fast Inshore Patrol Craft, HMS Trumpeter conducting training around Plymouth Sound.

Royal Navy vessel to visit King’s Lynn this weekend

Published: Monday, 2nd March 2026

Residents and visitors have a rare chance to step aboard a Royal Navy vessel when HMS Trumpeter arrives in King’s Lynn this weekend.

Emergency repairs to start on Hunstanton Promenade

Published: Friday, 27th February 2026

Emergency works will begin on Monday 2 March to repair damage to the Hunstanton promenade after recent storms created a large void beneath the coastal defences, causing part of the surface to collapse

Borough council agrees budget for 2026/27

Published: Friday, 27th February 2026

We have agreed the budget for 2026/27, which sets out spending plans for the coming year.

Food For Thought Academy team with Greenpark Academy students

Successful first Food For Thought Academy

Published: Wednesday, 25th February 2026

The Council’s popular Food For Thought programme successfully launched its new Food For Thought Academy programme with a series of engaging sessions at Greenpark Academy.

West Norfolk appoints Emma Kavanagh as Chief Operating Officer

Published: Tuesday, 24th February 2026

The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk has appointed Emma Kavanagh to the senior leadership position of Chief Operating Officer, following a competitive interview process.

West Norfolk up for two national awards for excellence in local government

Published: Friday, 20th February 2026

The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk is up for two national awards recognising excellence in local government.

Proposal to create extra burial spaces at King’s Lynn cemetery

Published: Tuesday, 17th February 2026

Councillors are due to discuss a proposal to convert grass pathways at a King’s Lynn cemetery into extra burial space, while work continues to find a longer-term solution for providing more graves in the town.

Sandringham Railway Path after the clean-up

Tidy-up of key walking and cycling route

Published: Monday, 16th February 2026

Work to tidy up an overgrown section of a walking and cycling route in King’s Lynn has been completed by the Borough Council in response to concerns from the community.

Statement: Norfolk County Council elections are back on

Published: Monday, 16th February 2026

Today we welcome news that the Norfolk County Council elections are back on this May, after the Government withdrew its previous decision to postpone them.

Guildhall renovation project raises over £1.5m from private and public external funders

Published: Thursday, 12th February 2026

The inspirational project to breathe new life into St George’s Guildhall in King’s Lynn has raised more than £1.5m in six months of fundraising, as a new major private donation is welcomed.

Collage of photos from our Careers and Apprenticeship event

Bringing businesses together for National Apprenticeship Week 2026

Published: Wednesday, 11th February 2026

We are proud to join the nation in celebrating National Apprenticeship Week — a opportunity to highlight the positive impact apprenticeships have on individuals, businesses, and the wider economy.

Inside the hole that has opened on Hunstanton Promenade

Explore Hunstanton this half term

Published: Tuesday, 10th February 2026

The Borough Council is reminding residents and visitors that Hunstanton remains very much open for the half term break, with plenty to enjoy across the town.

Consultation: Would you like a Parish/Town council for King’s Lynn?

Published: Monday, 9th February 2026

King’s Lynn residents are being asked whether they would like a dedicated Parish/Town council set up to give a local democratic voice to the people of King’s Lynn when local government is reformed.

Photo of Southend Road Coastal Apartments

Open Day for Southend Road Coastal Apartments

Published: Friday, 6th February 2026

Southend Road, our housing development built in Hunstanton in partnership with Lovell Homes is having an open day.

Emergency Repair Work required on Hunstanton Promenade

Published: Thursday, 5th February 2026

The Borough Council is to carry out emergency repairs on a section of Hunstanton Promenade after a sinkhole appeared earlier today.

Call for sites to help shape future development

Published: Thursday, 29th January 2026

We are asking anyone who might own a parcel of land suitable for development to respond to a ‘call for sites’ consultation.

Council proposes ‘responsible and realistic’ budget in challenging times

Published: Thursday, 29th January 2026

We have published a draft budget for 2026/27, setting out plans to maintain essential services, respond to residents’ priorities and manage significant national funding pressures.

CIL funding support for Parishes and Councillors

Parishes and Councillors invited to learn how to apply for Community Infrastructure Levy funding

Published: Thursday, 29th January 2026

Parish councils and borough councillors across West Norfolk have been sent a final invitation to an online briefing ahead of the next round of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding applications.

West Norfolk Holocaust Memorial Day 2026

Published: Tuesday, 27th January 2026

A West Norfolk school choir performed a moving rendition of the Beatles’ Let it Be during the annual Holocaust Memorial Day service held in King’s Lynn’s historic town hall on Sunday.

Bridging Generations - Holocaust Memorial Day to be marked in King's Lynn

Published: Tuesday, 20th January 2026

Holocaust Memorial Day will be marked in King’s Lynn on Sunday, 25 January, with a service at the Town Hall.

New dryside facilities to bolster riverfront revival in King’s Lynn

Published: Monday, 19th January 2026

Work is starting to transform an empty quayside building in King’s Lynn into a new facility for visiting mariners, as part of wider ambitions to make more of the historic riverfront.

West Norfolk families to get help to cook smarter, save money, and eat well

Published: Monday, 19th January 2026

The borough council has teamed up with award-winning meal planning platform FiveDinners.com, founded by TV chef and author Theo Michaels.

College of West Anglia presents replica medieval plaque for King’s Lynn Guildhall

College of West Anglia presents replica medieval plaque to King’s Lynn Guildhall

Published: Friday, 16th January 2026

Published on behalf of the College of West Anglia.

Group photo of staff with their certificates from the long service ceremony.

Staff recognised for their long serving commitment to the community

Published: Thursday, 15th January 2026

33 members of staff have been recognised for their long service to the borough council and dedication to the local community at a ceremony held at the town hall on Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Have your say to finalise Masterplan for Hunstanton’s future

Published: Monday, 12th January 2026

The Hunstanton community is invited to help finalise a compelling vision for the seaside town over the next 20 years, supporting sustainable regeneration, investment and opportunity in the area.

Career & Apprenticeship event. Tuesday 10 February at King's Lynn Corn Exchange

Unlock Your Future: Careers and Apprenticeship Event

Published: Monday, 12th January 2026

Kickstart your career or explore exciting apprenticeship opportunities in West Norfolk at an event to be held in King’s Lynn next month.

King's Lynn Academy is put forward for 3G football pitch funding

Published: Thursday, 18th December 2025

The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk has put forward its first preferred project to get national football funding for a new 3G pitch – with hopefully more sites coming in future.

Christmas tree shredding. Saturday 10th January 2026. 9am to noon at Hunstanton Recreation Ground. 1pm to 3pm at King's Lynn Gaywood Plant Nursery.

Christmas tree shredding event 2026

Published: Thursday, 18th December 2025

Residents will once again be able to have their real Christmas tree turned into chippings at one of the borough council’s shredding events on Saturday 10 January 2026.

Christmas opening hours, waste collections and advice

Published: Thursday, 18th December 2025

King’s Court will be closed for borough council services from 2pm on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and will reopen on Friday 2 January 2026 at 9am.