Community News & Updates
More than 2,000 people came together in Walsall town centre to celebrate creativity, music, making and local talent at this year’s Walsall MakerFest.
- 5th October 2026
A Walsall Nursing heroine’s kindness, compassion and dedication has inspired the development of a dementia suite at the Manor Hospital to ensure patients are supported by the most appropriate staff to meet their needs.
Walsall Community Transport, who are part of Transport West Midlands, appoint Poet Laureate for their Let`s Chat Community Hubs to promote mental health
Walsall residents are being encouraged to discover the people, places and services that can help them stay active, connected and well as part of International Day of Older People on Thursday 1 October.
- 29th September 2026
Walsall celebrated in a day of creativity, music, making and entertainment as MakerFest returned to the town centre on Saturday 26 September.
- 27th September 2026
Walsall community created collaborative poem in Walsall Town Hall during Walsall MakerFest 2026
- 25th September 2026
A new Armed Forces hub was launched in Walsall on Wednesday 23 September 2026, reaffirming Walsall Council’s ongoing commitment to the military community.
- 23rd September 2026
A memorial service for those who have experienced pregnancy and baby loss is being held as Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust joins the national focus.
The Walsall Awards 2026 is a landmark celebration recognising the outstanding individuals, businesses, charities, organisations and community leaders making a positive impact across the borough.
Archived images of Walsall being used at Walsall Makers Fest thanks to Walsall Archives