https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:29:56 +0000 Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:29:56 +0000 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2111/kings_lynn_set_to_light_up_as_fawkes_in_the_walks_returns_this_november Thousands of residents and visitors are expected to gather in King's Lynn next month as Fawkes in The Walks returns on Friday 6 November for an evening of fireworks, live entertainment and family fun. Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:18:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2110/make_your_voice_heard_over_future_of_qeh_healthcare_services With the future provision of healthcare services at the planned new Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in King’s Lynn currently under consideration, residents are encouraged to take part in a short survey Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2109/hardings_pits_protected_for_the_future_with_village_green_status A much-loved area of green space in South Lynn has been given lasting protection after Harding’s Pits was registered as a Village Green. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:58:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2108/new_bus_shelters_are_a_ticket_to_ride A £16,500 Borough Council investment in replacing old and damaged bus shelters in King’s Lynn is expected to pay for itself in around 4½ years. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2107/businesses_encouraged_to_unlock_new_opportunities_at_annual_meet_the_buyer_event Local businesses are being invited to make valuable connections, discover upcoming contract opportunities and access expert support at this year's Meet the Buyer event in King's Lynn. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:07:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2106/historic_england_grant_unlocks_next_step_towards_bringing_riverside_warehouse_back_into_use Historic England has awarded a significant grant from its Heritage at Risk Capital Fund to support the further regeneration of the Grade II-listed Sommerfeld & Thomas Warehouse in King’s Lynn. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2105/future_talent_tech_students_put_problem-solving_skills_into_practice Interactive workshops are assisting West Norfolk students to develop tech skills as part of the Future Talent: Tech Programme. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:50:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2104/phenomenal_response_to_local_plan_consultation The borough council’s ‘scoping’ consultation on future development plans has had a huge response from people in West Norfolk. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:50:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2103/more_than_40_of_homes_will_be_rental_properties_at_west_norfolks_most_sustainable_development Florence Fields will give a much-needed boost to the rental market in West Norfolk, councillors were told on Friday (2 October). Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:01:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2102/help_shape_the_future_of_local_healthcare Published on behalf of Healthwatch Norfolk. Have your say on the future of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King's Lynn. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:08:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2101/west_norfolks_leisure_centres_celebrate_great_results_in_sector_ratings Borough council leisure centres in West Norfolk have achieved a top rating of Very Good in the newly-refreshed Quest for Facilities quality framework. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:57:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2100/here_be_dragons_kings_lynn_goes_mythical_for_festival Dragons will be hiding in museums, stalking medieval streets, appearing on cinema screens and coming face to face with visitors when King’s Lynn stages a town-wide celebration on Saturday 7 November. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:04:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2099/blooming_marvellous_results_for_west_norfolk_at_anglia_in_bloom_awards West Norfolk’s parks, green spaces and public realm have received a string of honours at the 2026 Anglia in Bloom awards. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:16:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2098/west_norfolk_votes_to_proceed_to_next_stages_of_work_for_proposed_aquatic_centre_at_lynnsport Councillors at West Norfolk have voted to proceed to the next stages of exciting plans to invest in new, modern and accessible swim facilities. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:12:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2097/students_get_to_look_inside_west_norfolk_businesses_for_national_manufacturing_day Students from local schools, colleges, and Boost programme, got the chance to explore some of the leading businesses in West Norfolk for National Manufacturing Day. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:37:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2096/final_week_of_consultation_on_how_west_norfolk_should_make_its_next_local_plan The Borough Council’s consultation asking people what should be included in the next Local Plan has entered its final week. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:32:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2095/partnership_shows_learning_is_for_life A new partnership, aimed at ensuring employees are encouraged to learn and access learning opportunities throughout their careers, has been launched at the Borough Council. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:18:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2094/west_norfolks_wildlife_gardeners_celebrated_at_second_annual_competition_awards Residents from across the borough gathered to celebrate wildlife-friendly gardening at our second annual Garden Wildlife Competition awards ceremony held on Tuesday 15 September. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2093/west_norfolk_secures_highest_award_recognising_support_for_local_armed_forces_community The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk has secured the highest national award recognising its active support for His Majesty’s Armed Forces Community. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2092/food_for_thought_programme_comes_to_upwell Residents in and around Upwell are invited to discover new recipes, improve their cooking skills and meet new people as our popular Food for Thought programme arrives at Upwell Methodist Church. Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:47:00 +0100