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New Telford bistro opens at The Quad
A brand new bistro is set to open in the heart of Station Quarter this week, bringing an exciting hospitality experience to Telford Town Centre.
Telford attracts global AI firm focused on SME scale-up
A pioneering tech company has chosen Telford as its UK base to launch a ground-breaking platform designed to help small businesses grow faster and more efficiently.
Council investment projects are catalyst to borough's bright future
Telford & Wrekin Council is making giant strides to make the borough a better place to live, work, learn and socialise through a series of high-profile investment projects.
Iconic clock is restored at former YMCA building in Wellington
A timeless treasure has been fully refurbished and reinstalled at the former YMCA building in Wellington as part of major investment works in the town.
Pave Aways appointed to carry out Wellington Market refurbishment works
Telford & Wrekin Council has appointed Pave Aways Ltd to deliver refurbishment works which will transform historic Wellington Market.
Work set to start on new Sixth Form Centre at Station Quarter
Work is set to start on a new Sixth Form Centre at Station Quarter - bringing another outstanding education facility to Telford Town Centre.
Work gathers pace on new Station Quarter town centre homes
Work is gathering pace to create modern, state-of-the-art housing at Station Quarter bringing town centre living to Telford Town Centre.
Charity shop makes temporary move as part of Oakengates transformation
Extra Care Charitable Trust is the latest business to temporarily relocate while renovation works are carried out to transform Oakengates town centre.
Work starts to redevelop Wellington's historic former YMCA building
The historic former YMCA building at 1 Walker Street in Wellington is being fully restored to create nine upper floor apartments and refurbished ground floor retail space.
HRH The Princess Royal officially opens The Quad
A transformational education and business facility at the heart of Telford has been opened by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal.
Station Quarter project shortlisted for regional award
Telford & Wrekin Council’s ambitious Station Quarter project has been shortlisted for a prestigious regional award.
Academy Trust careers leaders describe The Quad as 'exceptional'
Careers leaders from Marches Academy Trust schools have described The Quad, the exciting new academic campus and enterprise hub in the heart of Telford, as ‘exceptional’ during a fact-finding visit.
First phase of Station Quarter public realm enhancement to commence
Work to remove a footbridge and install improved pedestrian facilities linking Station Quarter to the town centre is set to start on 3 June 2024 as part of the Station Quarter development.
Major milestone achieved in Station Quarter development with next phase of works underway
The Station Quarter development, a major new project in the transformation of Telford Centre is making significant progress in its next phase of works.
Progress continues on Telford's Digital Skills and Enterprise Hub
Construction is well underway for the Digital Skills and Enterprise Hub in Telford's Station Quarter, a project set to offer advanced education and support for business start-ups.
Oakengates transformation gains momentum with more business relocations
The revitalisation of Oakengates under the Telford Towns Fund is gathering momentum as more businesses make strategic moves to enhance the town's appeal.
Plans submitted to revitalise landmark building
Plans for the first of Wellington’s Towns Fund projects have been submitted.
Next business relocates as Oakengates Telford Towns Fund plans progress
Some'Ink Different, a renowned tattoo studio, has successfully relocated in Oakengates as plans advance to transform the town under the Telford Towns Fund programme.
Council secures Harper Adams University as education partner for Station Quarter development
Harper Adams University has joined the Station Quarter development in central Telford alongside Telford College as an education partner for the digital skills and enterprise hub.
Council approves planning for transformative Station Quarter
Telford & Wrekin Council is pleased to announce the planning approval for the transformative Station Quarter project, a significant milestone in the regeneration of Telford Town Centre.
Oakengates Towns Fund proposals approved for transformation of the town
The ambitious proposals for Oakengates Towns Fund, which aim to increase footfall and transform the 1960s shopping precinct were passed by planning committee tonight.
Proactive move as first high street business relocates in Oakengates
Proactive Personnel Ltd is set to become the first business to relocate in Oakengates as part of a government-funded project to transform the town centre.
Oakengates Town Centre regeneration
The government funded regeneration project aimed at regenerating Oakengates Town Centre and boosting local businesses remains open for consultation.
Oakengates town centre regeneration update
The government funded regeneration project aimed at regenerating Oakengates Town Centre and boosting local businesses remains open for consultation.
Towns Fund planning proposals for Oakengates are now live
Proposals to make Oakengates more attractive for both local people and visitors, boost overall footfall and encourage people to stay longer in the town have now gone live.
Oakengates Towns Fund plans set to be revealed at public consultation
Residents can have their say on draft plans to transform Oakengates Town centre which have been developed in response to public consultation activities over the past two years.
Council steps in to ensure Oakengates receives full share of Towns Fund
Telford & Wrekin Council has announced a package to help bridge the government funding gap that will ensure plans for the continued regeneration of Oakengates town centre become a reality.
Council steps in to ensure Wellington receives full share of Towns Fund
Telford & Wrekin Council has announced a package to help bridge the government funding gap that will ensure plans for the continued regeneration of Wellington town centre become a reality.
£22.3m Telford Towns Fund award approved
Telford’s Town Deal Board has approved the £22.3m funding from the government’s Towns Fund, which will transform the town centre, boost growth, and ensure a bright future for residents and businesses.
Willmott Dixon appointed to build ‘transformational’ Station Quarter project in Telford
Less than a month after securing £22.3m from the Government’s Towns Fund, Telford & Wrekin Council has appointed Willmott Dixon to support delivery of the first phase of the Station Quarter project.
Telford awarded £22.3m from Towns Fund
Telford has been awarded £22.3m for projects that will transform the town centre, creating jobs, boosting economic growth and ensuring a bright future for residents and businesses.
Investment Boost for Borough
A major boost Telford & Wrekin Council's investment proposals for the borough have been received after the Government announced funding through its new Towns Deal.
