Evesham Journal

Evesham local news has been provided since 1860 by the Evesham Journal, which is now part of Newsquest (Midlands South) Ltd., a subsidiary of Gannett Corporation. This publication primarily serves as a free weekly newspaper distributed across four counties. In 2007, the Evesham Observer was introduced by the Midlands-based Observer-Standard newspaper group, which is currently owned by the family-run Bullivant Media.

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First phase of plan to repair Evesham's historic Almonry

2 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

The Almonry, parts of which date back to 1390, is home to a museum and tourist information centre. But the Grade I listed building, once part of the Evesham Abbey complex, is deteriorating and was placed on Historic England’s ‘Heritage At Risk’ register in 2016. Proposals submitted to Wychavon District Council form the first phase of the two-part Almonry Restoration Project. If approved, this would see repairs to the building’s walls, roof and timber frame.
Storage space at industrial estate could be turned into offices

2 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

Unit 600 in Enterprise Way, Vale Park, is currently used for storage on the ground floor, with office space above. But proposals submitted to Wychavon District Council would see the unit turned into offices. The plans include an extension to offices on the first floor and the provision of 10 additional parking spaces for members of staff. In order to comply with environmental planning regulations, the units would be fitted with double glazing, LED bulbs and ‘low energy fittings’.
Residents object to 79 new homes in Little Hampton, Evesham

5 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Daniel Kelly

Plans to build next phase of Evesham Gate, submitted to Wychavon District Council. (Image: Wychavon District Council) RESIDENTS fear that plans to build 79 new homes in Evesham could add to the town's traffic problems. Plans to build almost 80 homes on land south of Cornmill Road in Little Hampton have received a flurry of objections after being submitted to Wychavon District Council.
Successful first month for Café Mews with 'cakes to die for'

6 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Mary Stenson

SUCCESS: Racheal Yates said Café Mews has been doing "really well" (Image: Racheal Yates) IT HAS been a successful first month for a new Evesham café, which visitors say has cakes that are "to die for". Café Mews, which opened in Vine Mews at the end of March, has received high praise both in person and online, owner Racheal Yates has said. She said the business is already seeing a significant amount of repeat custom and puts her success down to word of mouth.
Embarrassed Ellen DeGeneres left stranded in garden of Cotswolds mansion

6 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Edward Burnett

Ellen DeGeneres ran into difficulties in her garden in the Cotswolds. (Image: PA / Ellen DeGeneres / Instagram) Ellen DeGeneres was left embarrassed and needing help after being left stranded in the garden of her Cotswolds mansion. The former host of The Ellen DeGeneres Show moved to the UK last year with her wife and Arrested Development star Portia de Rossi.
Thomas & Friends to mark 80th anniversary with 'never-before-seen' episode

6 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Carlo Simone

A unseen version of the pilot episode of Thomas & Friends is set to be released on YouTube (Image: Mattel) An original, unseen version of the pilot episode of Thomas & Friends is set to be released to mark the 80th anniversary of the property. The character of Thomas the Tank Engine originated from the series of British children's books The Railway Series, which was first published back in 1945 by Wilbert Awdry.
'War is not always the best' - town marks 80th anniversary of VE Day

6 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Daniel Kelly

3 1/1 More than 100 people from all walks of life have gathered in a town park to remember those who gave their lives during the Second World War and to mark its end in Europe. From councillors to schoolchildren, veterans to tourists, more than 100 people met in Abbey Park today (May 8) to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. A service, held by the Evesham and District Royal British Legion, was held at the War Memorial in Evesham by Reverend Andy Green.
Trapped child rescued from vehicle at Evesham retail park

6 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Mary Stenson

TRAPPED: Firefighters were called to Evesham Shopping Park after a child was trapped inside a locked vehicle (Image: Google Maps) A CHILD had be rescued after becoming trapped in a vehicle at a retail park. The fire and rescue service was called to Evesham Shopping Park after it was reported that the child was locked inside a vehicle in the car park on Wednesday evening (May 7). Firefighters used small tools to get into the vehicle and rescue the child, who was uninjured.
Motorbike stolen and tools taken from van in neighbouring villages

1 week ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Daniel Kelly

Stolen: Black Suzuki UB 125cc from Meon Vale, and tools taken from van on Stratford Road in Honeybourne. (Image: Google Maps) A MOTORBIKE has been stolen and tools from a parked van, in neighbouring villages overnight. The bike, a black Suzuki UB 125cc, was taken from a home in Meon Vale, whilst tools were also stolen from a van in nearby, Honeybourne.
Man seriously injured in crash near popular Cotswold tourist site

1 week ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Daniel Kelly

Man taken to hospital after car crash near Cotswold Lavender in Snowshill. (Image: Supplied) A MAN has been seriously injured and remains in hospital after a car crash near a popular Cotswolds tourist attraction. The crash, which happened between a Nissan Almera and a BMW 3 series, happened in Snowshill near Cotswold Lavender yesterday (May 6). The road was closed by police officers and a man was taken to University Hospital Coventry.