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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 3h

Celebrate the spirit of Diwali this Sunday 12 October as we switch on the Diwali light!

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the top of the Parade, the event features music, entertainment and dance before the light is switched on at 7pm.

✨🪔 Join us as we light up the night! 🪔✨

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 21h

If we visit your property, our staff will have a Warwick District Council photo ID badge and will use an electronic tablet to complete it. This will be completed on your doorstep and they will not enter the property.

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 21h

Every year we contact households to check that the details we hold on the electoral register are up to date.

If you haven't yet responded, our elections team will be making contact either by phone or in person to complete the canvass form.

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 22h

Have you been looking to improve the energy efficiency of your home but not sure where to start?

In partnership with Go Renewable, we've launched an innovative pilot programme aimed at helping local homeowners explore and install low-carbon technologies.

Find out more - https://orlo.uk/UfDdV

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 1d

We'll be carrying out repair work on the War Memorial in Abbey Fields, Kenilworth at the end of this week due to damage that was caused earlier this year.

These repair works will be completed in time for Remembrance Day.

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 2d

Have your say on the future of our towns & villages!

Take our quick community survey by 27 Oct 2025 🗓️
👉 https://orlo.uk/UOKGY

More info: https://orlo.uk/feRet

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 3d

Warwick District’s cycling community came together last month to celebrate the opening of the brand-new cycling hub at Newbold Comyn.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/JqF3S

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 4d

Help us shape the future of our community by sharing your thoughts in our community survey. Your feedback will guide where support is most needed.

📝 Complete the survey: https://orlo.uk/rfPkv
📅 Deadline: 27 October 2025

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/phzgw

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 4d

Help us shape the future of our community by sharing your thoughts in our community survey. Your feedback will guide where support is most needed.

📝 Complete the survey: https://orlo.uk/8SxHT
📅 Deadline: 27 October 2025

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/0Iqtf

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 4d

Celebrate the spirit of Diwali next Sunday 12 October as we switch on the Diwali light!

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the top of the Parade, the event features music, entertainment and dance before the light is switched on at 7pm.

✨🪔 Join us as we light up the night! 🪔✨

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Despite everyone’s best efforts, the proposed closure of the Pump Rooms on Mon 6 Oct has been postponed.

✅ Open: Café, Box Office, VIC & Art Gallery & Museum
❌ Closed: Library (for the day)

ℹ️ Updates 👉 https://orlo.uk/OIkRX

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Next, we’ll lightly scarify the soil, breaking it up to help wildflower seeds take root, before sowing a mix of native wildflower seeds.

Residents are invited to help with the wildflower seeding. Get in touch with Olivia Williams before Friday 10 October to take part - [email protected]

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

We’re continuing our Wildflower Verge Trial across Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth to support pollinators and boost biodiversity.

Starting next week, we’ll be mowing the verges and removing the cuttings to stop the soil becoming too nutrient rich - something the wildflowers don’t like!

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

We’re delighted that Warwick has been voted the best place to live in Warwickshire by Muddy Stilettos 🎉

From Warwick Castle to green spaces, arts & culture – Warwick District has so much to offer! ✨

👉 https://orlo.uk/uHatS

💬 What do you love most about living here?

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Improvements made to the base of Leamington’s iconic bandstand in the Pump Room Gardens now honour the Rotary Club of Royal Leamington Spa’s 100 years in the town.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/BUlGc

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Get the latest news and information on what's happening across the District right to your inbox every Friday 📩

Sign up to our newsletter at https://orlo.uk/c88lo

Read today's edition ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/bjEnf

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 6d

We’re proud to launch our Arts & Cultural Strategy 2025–2028 and our first Public Art Toolkit 🎨

Our vision:
✔️ Back creativity from grassroots to world-class
✔️ Invest in venues & creative careers
✔️ Put communities at the heart of culture

👉 https://orlo.uk/PdY2P

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 6d

A season of sparkle is set to begin next month as our four towns and surrounding villages light up the district for the Christmas season! 🌟

Read more: https://orlo.uk/fmZIS

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 8d

🌟 Have your say on the future of our community! 🌟
Take our short anonymous survey & help shape the direction of our community 👉 https://orlo.uk/s6x0n

📅 Closes 27 Oct 2025
ℹ️ https://orlo.uk/zAJvK

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 8d

24 hours to go! Join us at the WMJobs Career Expo tomorrow, 2 Oct, 10am–3pm.

✅ Meet public sector employers
✅ Explore opportunities
✅ Get CV & interview tips

🕙 Quiet hour: 10–11am
📍 FREE entry

👉 https://orlo.uk/jVLQq

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 9d

A complete LED lighting upgrade to Leamington’s Royal Spa Centre is set to reduce the building’s electricity use by 30%.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/ick7f

Images courtesy of Mark Godfrey

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 9d

We’re excited to be at the WMJobs Career Expo this Thursday!

Explore meaningful careers, get practical advice & take the next step in your journey.

📍 Free entry
🕙 10–11am: quiet hour for jobseekers
👉 https://orlo.uk/jQJvS

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 10d

♻️ Warwick District’s Plastic Recycling Success!

We were the first in the county to collect flexible plastics from all households. Thanks to you:
✅ Recycling up from 53% → 61.4%
✅ Household waste down 5.7%

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/tN10E

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 10d

Looking for your next step in the public sector? Join us at the WMJobs Career Expo on 2 Oct, 10am–3pm.

✅ Explore services & roles
✅ Meet employers
✅ Get CV & interview tips

🕙 Quiet hour: 10–11am

👉 https://orlo.uk/0BQLZ

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 11d

It’s easy to forget about me but I can be recycled too. Again and again and again. So rescue me from the rubbish!

Washed, clean aluminium foil can be recycled in your kerbside recycling. #RecycleWeek #RescueMeRecycle

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