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 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:47:48 +0000 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:47:48 +0000 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 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2091/council_leaders_reaction_to_government_review_of_local_government_reorganisation Changes planned to the structure of council services, known as Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), have been paused in Norfolk and some other areas while the Government undertakes a review. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:38:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2090/mintlyn_crematorium_first_community_bereavement_services_open_day Residents are invited to discover more about Mintlyn Crematorium and the wider support available around bereavement at our first Community Bereavement Services Open Day on Saturday 12 September 2026. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:06:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2089/new_cabinet_member_to_focus_on_transport_strategy_and_car_parking_at_west_norfolk Councillor Josie Ratcliffe has been appointed to a new key position of Cabinet member for Transport Strategy and Car Parking at the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:42:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2088/future_talent_tech_programme_launched_with_successful_gaming_day Gaming Day marks the start of a major digital skills programme for young people aged 11–16 at King’s Lynn Library. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2087/west_norfolk_councillors_to_consider_new_swim_facilities The next stage of exciting plans to invest in new, improved and accessible swim facilities for West Norfolk is set to be considered by borough councillors. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:18:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2086/love_west_norfolk_2026_a_month_of_celebrating_the_best_of_the_west The 2026 Love West Norfolk campaign closed on Saturday at the Frontline Festival in King's Lynn, marking the end of a month-long celebration of the people, places and communities. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:20:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2085/borough_council_grant_helps_unveil_hidden_history_at_trues_yard A £6,000 grant from the Borough Council is helping True's Yard Museum complete the next phase of a project that has uncovered significant remains of the town's historic fishing community. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2084/proud_and_exciting_moment_as_custom_house_conservation_set_to_start_in_kings_lynn Conservation work to sensitively restore and revive King’s Lynn Custom House – considered one of England’s most perfect classical buildings and an icon of the town – is starting soon. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:27:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2083/traditional_grassland_management_project_boosts_biodiversity_at_the_willows_downham_market A community-led conservation project took place this week at The Willows in Downham Market, showcasing the benefits of traditional grassland management using a scythe. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0100 https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/news/article/2082/west_norfolks_leisure_centres_are_up_for_two_major_awards The Borough Council’s leisure service, Alive West Norfolk, is up for two major awards for excellence in the fitness and activity sector. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:48:00 +0100