Tamworth Castle has operated as a museum since 1899 and has amassed a heritage collection of over 42,000 objects and archive items. Tamworth Borough Council has distributed items from the castle archive, which are destined for new locations and public exhibition within the local community. As part of a nationally approved rationalisation process, the castle is now transferring selected items to venues where they can be more accessible and meaningful to the community. In partn

Sandfields Pumping Station, Chesterfield Road, Lichfield, WS14 0AA Saturday 14 March, 10am to 4pm Free The team at Sandfields Pumping Station is celebrating World Water Day on Saturday, 14 March. Find out about the history of this fascinating site, including the story of the filtration plant that used to be on site, family activities, and guided tours (please book tours on the Eventbrite page).   There will be refreshments and delicious homemade cakes to enjoy!  The station w

According to Staffs County Council news released yesterday, 27th February 2026, early improvements are already beginning to impact how the county’s roads are managed. This follows the county council's launch of a new approach to road travel in October 2025. The Staffordshire Roadmap to a Better Network is starting to make a difference in how highways are managed. Improvements include: Highways engineers have changed the way they plan works so they cause less disruption on the

On Wednesday, 25th February, Cheadle Foodbank was presented with a cheque for £250 to help run the service by Cheadle Lions. COGNEWS was told that they sometimes run short of stock and that this money will help them restock their shelves, as they are totally reliant on donations. The food bank has been in the town for 12 years and is based at the Guild Hall. They have given out over 125 tonnes of food over that period. They are staffed entirely by volunteers and also provide

Councillor Gary Bentley said that the county council will be focusing on getting the potholes fixed, as well as addressing any highway issues. Councillor Alan Thomas brought up the issue of the proposed new school on Froghall Road. Councillor Bentley said an email has been sent. Councillor Vicky Wheeldon spoke about how the council is controlling the budget, but some increase is required. The council welcomed three new councillors and received another resignation. They wil

There’s lots happening across Staffordshire this month! Whether you'd like to get creative, enjoy the great outdoors or try something new, here are some great events to enjoy: Relaxed Rambles – Ilam Park Enjoy a gentle countryside walk with tea or coffee afterwards. Free parking included. Painting Party – Verso Lounge, Stafford A relaxed evening of creativity with The Paint Club. All materials included—perfect for a fun night out. Harry Potter Cupcake Class – Eccleshall Lear

Staffordshire’s new mascot, Staffy, is getting ready to hit the county in the upcoming Staffy Art Trail – and Staffs County Council want local people to help bring him to life. There is an opportunity to put your own spin on one of three designs that will appear on three of the ten 5ft statues in the countywide trail.  You don’t need to be a professional artist – just a great idea and a love for Staffordshire. They are looking for designs that capture what Staffordshire mean

For years, local residents have expressed concerns that the pool at South Moorlands Leisure Centre has been too cold for a comfortable swim. As there is no local alternative, when several residents informed us about improvements in the temperature, we decided to investigate. Steve, the leisure centre manager, told COGNEWS that the swimming pool is being kept at 27–28°C, with the temperature moving a little higher when catering for their disabled visitors at the weekend. Steve

Staffordshire County Council’s Cabinet has agreed the authority’s first Community Safety Strategy, a new, three‑year plan designed to make a visible and measurable difference to neighbourhoods across Staffordshire. The strategy sets out how the county council and its partners will protect vulnerable people, reduce the risk of crime and anti‑social behaviour, and give communities — including rural villages, market towns and urban areas — a stronger voice in shaping the places

For Youngsters | Walking Tours | Spotlight Talks Staffordshire, especially the South Moorlands area, is rich in history. Here's what residents and visitors can look forward to. For Youngsters Toy Time Travellers  Travel back in time through play, get hands on with historical objects and help fix a toy emergency! Sensory hands on story time for ages 1-6. All children must be accompanied by an adult.  When:  Friday 13 March, 10.30am - 11.30am Location:  Staffordshire Histo

Friday 6th March will see a fund raising event by the friends of St Edward's Church, Cheddleton. It promises to be an evening of wonder and heartfelt laughter with many characters of Cheddleton & Wetley Rocks. Tickets include cheese and wine and at £15 per person this promises to be a lovely memorable event. A Magic Lantern Event in Cheddleton - created 22nd February 2026

Staffordshire Police are reminding residents across Staffordshire Moorlands to take extra steps to protect their vehicles, particularly keyless models, as they continue to see organised criminals target cars using relay theft methods.   What is Relay Theft? Relay theft involves offenders using electronic devices to amplify the signal from your car key, even if it is inside your home. This allows them to unlock and start the vehicle without ever having the physical key.   How

Events for adults | Local Group Events | Easter Holiday events Events for adults Spring walk and cream tea at The Wolseley Centre Saturday 15 March, 1pm - 3pm Enjoy a gentle stroll and spot the signs of spring all around. You'll receive helpful identification tips as you explore. Binoculars and ID guides provided. Delicious cream tea at The Kingfisher Café included in the price. Find out more Forest School and Sustainability Conference at The Wolseley Centre Thursday 19

Staffordshire Moorlands Police are hosting an online meeting between 7pm and 9pm on the 25th of February. If you have any questions that you want to ask then please click on the link and leave you question for it to be answered on the night. Or join them on the evening for you question to be answered in real time.   https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapp.sli.do%2Fevent%2FdfSALz2s9u6gJrkrueEB7V&data=05%7C02%7CJames.Naylor%40staffordshire.police.u

What's Weaning? Weaning is the process of introducing solid foods alongside breast milk or a baby’s usual infant formula. Complementary feeding is the term often preferred by practitioners, but most people use the word weaning instead. Where Can I Find Reliable Information? The Best Start in Life (BSiL) website is a Dept. of Health & Social Care tool to help support your family on your complementary feeding journey. The Introducing Solid Foods section is full of helpful guida

If you feel a little let down by a partner, husband, or boyfriend this Valentine's Day, then it is no problem for you if you live in Cheadle, because if you are a signed-up member of Clair’s Pantry, you will get free beautiful flowers with your purchases. The picture above does not do justice to the wonderful smell coming from the volunteer’s car (Vicky), who was met exiting a local supermarket. Clair’s Pantry is open Friday, Saturday, and Tuesday each week between 9 am–4 pm

A burglary was reported in the early hours of this morning, 17th Feb, at a property on Highfield Avenue, Cheadle. A BMW X1 was then stolen from the drive. Anybody with any information is encouraged to contact Staffordshire Police on 101 quoting ref 113-17/02/2026.   Enquiries are ongoing. Police Seek Public's Help After Burglary and Car Theft - 17th February 2026

Work-related stress: a proactive approach to risk management 5 March, 11.00am to 12.00pm. Mental health conditions continue to be the leading cause of work-related ill health. In 2024 to 2025, 964,000 workers reported stress, depression or anxiety caused or made worse by work. This exclusive webinar, from HSE and their publishing partner TSO, explains how the work-related stress Management Standards and the Stress Indicator Tool can help organisations take a proactive, eviden

This week, Staffordshire PCSO Jonathon Staples reminded us about an important app. What3words is a location system that assigns every 3m x 3m square in the world a unique combination of three words and is widely used in the UK for navigation, deliveries, and emergency services. T his is a free app that allows you to pinpoint your exact location using a unique three word code. You can then use this code when you call in an emergency to help services find exactly where you are

STOKE-ON-TRENT charity The Hubb Foundation and Staffordshire digger giant JCB have today (February 16th) launched a unique partnership to ensure thousands of vulnerable children across the city have free half-term holiday activities throughout the year. JCB apprentice George Lowe (19) serves up a healthy meal to St Mary's Primary School children.    The three-year £375,000 partnership will fund 1,000 activity places every half term in February, May and October at up to 35 Sto