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Great strides being made on Addenbrooke House to create new sixth form
16 July 2025
Work to transform Addenbrooke House into Telford College's new sixth form centre is making significant strides.
Wellington Market site prepares for major refurbishment programme
15 July 2025
Initial works to transform Wellington Market and safeguard its future have started this week.
Topping out ceremony marks milestone for Station Quarter apartments
11 July 2025
A topping out ceremony has been staged to mark new apartments at Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre reaching their highest point.
Plans submitted for new Oakengates library on Limes Walk
8 July 2025
Plans have been submitted to create a new home for Oakengates library at 6 - 8 Limes Walk in the heart of Oakengates town.
Heritage buildings are being restored through Council investment projects
1 July 2025
Telford & Wrekin Council is restoring and regenerating heritage buildings across the borough as part of a major Investment programme.
Final Wellington Market plans move step closer after trader feedback
18 June 2025
Plans to transform historic Wellington Market have moved a step closer as final plans have been drawn up following consultations with traders.
Hilton to open new hotel at Telford's Station Quarter
16 June 2025
Telford & Wrekin Council has announced the signing of Hampton by Hilton Telford at the heart of Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre.
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School pupils make artistic impression at Telford College's Station Quarter site
12 June 2025
Children at a Telford Primary School have created a lasting artistic impression on the site of a new sixth form centre at Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre.
New Telford bistro opens at The Quad
3 June 2025
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.
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Work to deliver much needed new leisure facilities for Newdale is set to kick off early next month
3 June 2025
Plans submitted by Telford & Wrekin Council to create new playing pitches and a pavilion just off Waterloo Road have been approved which include a new 3G synthetic pitch suitable for a range of sports and a 9-a-side grass pitch.
Council investment projects are catalyst to borough's bright future
13 May 2025
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.
Plans to transform historic Wellington Market are unveiled
2 May 2025
Plans to transform historic Wellington Market, safeguarding its future for the next 50 years, were unveiled this week.
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Work set to start on next phase of Wellington Orbit's redevelopment
16 April 2025
The next stage of works to transform Wellington Orbit into a thriving cinema, arts and community hub is set to start later this month.
Iconic clock is restored at former YMCA building in Wellington
20 March 2025
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.
Oakengates Nursery School opens following relocation
24 February 2025
Oakengates Nursery School has reopened in a brand-new, purpose-built facility on Charlton Street this week.
Pave Aways appointed to carry out Wellington Market refurbishment works
11 February 2025
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
5 February 2025
Work is set to start on a new Sixth Form Centre at Station Quarter - bringing another outstanding education facility to Telford Town Centre.
Plans to transform Telford Theatre are approved
13 December 2024
The project in Oakengates will deliver new state-of-the-art theatre facilities and enhance the visitor experience with work expected to start in the new year.
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Work gathers pace on new Station Quarter town centre homes
6 December 2024
Work is gathering pace to create modern, state-of-the-art housing at Station Quarter bringing town centre living to Telford Town Centre.
Ercall Wood Academy 300 place expansion is making great progress
25 October 2024
Work to expand Ercall Wood Academy in Telford is progressing well with almost a third of the project complete.
Charity shop makes temporary move as part of Oakengates transformation
24 October 2024
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
18 October 2024
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.
Her Royal Highness (HRH) The Princess Royal officially opens The Quad
15 October 2024
A transformational education and business facility at the heart of Telford has been opened by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal.
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Station Quarter project shortlisted for regional award
7 October 2024
The project, part of the Council’s vision to create a vibrant new residential, educational and business community in Telford Town Centre, has been nominated for the ‘Regeneration & Sustainability Project of the Year’ at the Insider West Midlands Property Awards 2024.
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Her Royal Highness (HRH) The Princess Royal to open Telford Digital Skills and Enterprise Hub
4 October 2024
HRH The Princess Royal, Chancellor of Harper Adams University, will officially open a new first-class education facility at Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre this month.
Hoarding is removed to unveil first phase of Oakengates Theatre Quarter project
3 October 2024
The hoarding from Units 10 to 22 Limes Walk has been removed by the Council’s appointed contractor Morris Property to reveal the development which is taking shape behind them - the conversion of dated 1960s retail units into modern retail units with new residential units above.
The Quad welcomes first learners as part of new academic campus
5 September 2024
A new first class education facility has opened its doors to learners this week as part of Telford & Wrekin Council’s ambitious Station Quarter project to create a vibrant new residential, educational and business community in Telford Town Centre.
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New Telford Sixth Form centre moves a step closer as plans submitted
2 August 2024
Plans for the new Sixth Form Centre in Telford Town Centre have been submitted for approval.
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Wellington Leisure Centre - investment works
19 August 2024
A significant programme of investment into Wellington Civic and Leisure Centre will commence this September and follows on from the investment programme at Oakengates Leisure Centre (2024) and at Newport Fitness and Swimming Centre (2022).
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Plans to transform Telford Theatre are submitted
12 July 2024
Telford & Wrekin Council has moved a step closer to transforming Telford Theatre after submitting plans for the remodelling project which will support the ongoing regeneration of Oakengates town centre.
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Academy Trust careers leaders describe The Quad as 'exceptional'
10 July 2024
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.
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First phase of Station Quarter public realm enhancement to commence
24 May 2024
Work to remove a footbridge and install improved pedestrian facilities linking Station Quarter to the Town Centre is set to start on 3 June as part of the Station Quarter development.
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Summer of Late Night Events planned for Wellington Market
17 May 2024
Wellington Market has announced a new action-packed programme of late night events starting in June.
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Residents shape new theatre plans following extensive consultation
30 April 2024
Telford & Wrekin Council has taken residents’ comments and suggestions on board to finalise plans for the new Telford Theatre.
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Wellington Orbit open event is opportunity to unveil redevelopment plans
29 April 2024
Plans for the next phase of Wellington Orbit’s redevelopment will be unveiled at an open event in May.
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Wellington cinema throws open its doors ahead of exciting redevelopment programme
10 April 2024
Wellington Orbit, a cinema and arts hub in the heart of Wellington, is set to mark its 5th birthday with a special Open Weekend on 11 and 12 May.
Council is delighted with Wellington Market consultation response
22 March 2024
Wellington Market owner Telford & Wrekin Council has expressed delight after 1500 people responded to a consultation about the future of the historic market.
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Oakengates library temporarily relocated to The Wakes
15 March 2024
Oakengates Library is preparing to move to its temporary relocation, The Wakes, just a stone’s throw away from its current location.
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Major milestone achieved in Station Quarter development with next phase of works underway
1 March 2024
The Station Quarter development, a major new project in the transformation of Telford Centre is making significant progress in its next phase of works. The project, is set to transform the Centre with new homes, a new digital skills and enterprise hub – The Quad and strengthening the connectivity between the station and the Shopping Centre benefitting Telford and Wrekin residents and visitors alike.
Oakengates Nursery School relocation plans unveiled
1 March 2024
Telford & Wrekin Council has today announced a significant development in the ongoing remodelling of the Telford Theatre. As part of this Central Government Levelling Up transformative project, Oakengates Nursery School, currently located within the theatre premises, will be relocated to a new, purpose-built facility.
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Celebrate Telford Theatre with final curtain call ahead of remodelling project
29 February 2024
Telford & Wrekin Council announces a significant milestone in the revitalisation of Telford Theatre, as it prepares for its last performance before undergoing a transformative remodelling project, supported by Central Government's Levelling Up funding.
Consultation highlighted strong support for Telford Theatre remodelling project
26 February 2024
The latest consultation for the Telford Theatre remodelling project which has included a public event and community survey carried out in December 2023 is now complete, signifying a step forward in transforming Telford Theatre @ Oakengates, supported by funding from the central government's Levelling Up Fund.
Future of Wellington's cultural landscape secured with full purchase of Wellington Orbit
5 February 2024
Telford & Wrekin Council and the Clifton Community Arts Centre Limited (CCAC) trading as Wellington Orbit are proud to announce the acquisition of the former bank building in Market Square Wellington, that is home to Wellington Orbit with its fantastic cinema and café and now to be further transformed to create a cultural hub for the town.
Consultation for Wellington Market regeneration is now open for public feedback
8 January 2024
Telford & Wrekin has launched a public consultation to gather resident input on the future of Wellington Market, following the successful securing Capital Regeneration Programme funding from Government.
Telford Theatre remodelling proposals open for public feedback
7 December 2023
The latest public consultation for the Telford Theatre Remodelling project is now underway, signifying a step forward in transforming and rejuvenating Telford Theatre @ Oakengates.
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Oakengates transformation gains momentum with more business relocations
15 November 2023
The revitalisation of Oakengates under the Telford Towns Fund is gathering momentum as more businesses make strategic moves to enhance the town's appeal.
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Telford Theatre Levelling Up project to unveil exciting plans for public feedback
13 November 2023
Telford Theatre in Oakengates, a cherished cultural institution with nearly six decades of history, is on the brink of an exciting transformation.
Council acquires historic Wellington Market
3 November 2023
Telford & Wrekin Council has now purchased Wellington Market, the historic twelfth century indoor market in the heart of Wellington. The purchase was possible after the council secured funding.
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Progress continues on Telford's Digital Skills and Enterprise Hub
2 November 2023
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.
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Plans submitted to revitalise landmark building
29 September 2023
Plans for the first of Wellington’s Towns Fund projects have been submitted. This transformational project will bring back into active use one of Wellington’s most important prominent buildings, 1 Walker Street, located in the town’s conservation area.
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Telford Theatre to undergo transformation with Levelling Up Funding
6 September 2023
Telford & Wrekin Council is embarking on an exciting journey as it unveils its ambitious plans to revitalise Telford Theatre.
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Next business relocates as Oakengates Telford Towns Fund plans progress
25 August 2023
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.
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Council secures Harper Adams University as education partner for Station Quarter development
8 August 2023
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
14 June 2023
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.
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Oakengates Towns Fund proposals approved for transformation of the town
8 February 2023
The ambitious proposals for Oakengates Towns Fund, which aim to increase footfall and transform the 1960s shopping precinct into a modern, welcoming shopping experience were passed by planning committee tonight.
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Proactive move as first high street business relocates in Oakengates
23 January 2023
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.
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Oakengates Town Centre regeneration
9 December 2022
The government funded regeneration project aimed at regenerating Oakengates Town Centre and boosting local businesses remains open for consultation.
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Oakengates Town Centre regeneration update
1 December 2022
The government funded regeneration project aimed at regenerating Oakengates Town Centre and boosting local businesses remains open for consultation.
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Towns Fund planning proposals for Oakengates are now live
17 November 2022
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.
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Oakengates Towns Fund plans set to be revealed at public consultation
22 June 2022
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.
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Council steps in to ensure Oakengates receives full share of Towns Fund
15 September 2021
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.
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Council steps in to ensure Wellington receives full share of Towns Fund
15 September 2021
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.
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£22.3m Telford Towns Fund award approved
10 September 2021
Telford’s Town Deal Board has approved the £22.3m funding from the government’s Towns Fund, designed to transform the town centre, boost economic growth, and ensure a bright future for residents and businesses.
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Willmott Dixon appointed to build ‘transformational’ Station Quarter project in Telford
30 July 2021
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
8 June 2021
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.
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Investment Boost for Borough
6 September 2019
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.
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