Droitwich Spa5 days ago'A sense of loss': A town still in shock a year after Raven blazeResidents said they were "upset" at the wait for action, and told the BBC it was damaging the town.5 days ago6 Aug 2026Drone footage reveals scale of hotel fire damageWychavon District Council says it is "pushing" for action over the Droitwich landmark.6 Aug 20262 Aug 2026A splash of hope amid the UK lido declineThe West Midlands' last traditional public lido celebrates its busiest July since 2007.2 Aug 202621 Jul 2026How Murder 24/7 immerses viewers in true crimeThe third series of the programme has begun, following crimes across West Mercia.21 Jul 20267 Jul 2026Fire gutted hotel owners ordered to demolishA fire at the Droitwich Spa hotel gutted the grade II listed landmark in August last year.7 Jul 20268 Jun 2026Firms see trade boost from comedy festivalPub landlord Dave Owen says the Rik Mayall Comedy Festival has put Droitwich on the map.8 Jun 20265 Jun 2026'Rik Mayall was extraordinary': Festival held in comic's memoryActor Nigel Planer fondly remembers his time working on The Young Ones with co-star Rik Mayall.5 Jun 202630 May 2026Comedians honoured to be part of Rik Mayall festivalThe Rik Mayall Comedy Festival returns to Droitwich Spa for a second year.30 May 202625 May 2026Unseen Rik Mayall material to be shown at festivalThe nine-day Rik Mayall Comedy Festival begins in Droitwich Spa on Friday.25 May 2026...
