2+ day, 4+ hour ago   (194+ words) By James Smith 15th Aug 2026 A Kenilworth homeowner has won a battle to extend their home after objections from neighbours. Warwick District Council's planning committee this week unanimously approved plans for a two-storey extension for a house on Arthur Street. Multiple…...

2+ day, 4+ hour ago   (311+ words) By James Smith 15th Aug 2026 Councillors have unanimously backed a tree protection order for a mature Kenilworth tree, despite the pleas of a homeowner to be able to chop it down. The residents on Fieldgate Lane wanted to fell the mature…...

2+ day, 17+ hour ago   (229+ words) By James Smith 15th Aug 2026 Plans for 550 new Kenilworth homes - split across two parcels of land - have been revealed. Catesby Estates is getting ready to submit planning applications for the plots of land around Rouncil Lane and Warwick Road. Plans show…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (189+ words) By James Smith 14th Aug 2026 The annual scarecrow festival is set to return to Kenilworth's allotments this weekend. From 1pm to 4pm on Sunday 16 August, locals will have the chance to see the creations on display at the popular community event returns. Town…...

2+ day, 4+ hour ago   (787+ words) By Andy Mitchell - Local Democracy Reporter 14th Aug 2026 In July, Cllr Nicki Scott accused Cllr Finch and his Reform UK administration of being responsible for a "growing culture of bullying and harassment" that was leaving staff "scared to work" there. Cllr…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago   (193+ words) By James Smith 14th Aug 2026 The August bank holiday weekend is set to feature the return of Old Town Festival to Kenilworth's High Street. Running on Sunday 30 August, the festival promises a full day of free live music, food, and family…...

2+ day, 2+ hour ago   (264+ words) By James Smith 14th Aug 2026 A planning inspector has approved plans for a 'self build' house to be built in a back garden in Lapworth. Warwick District Council had originally refused the application for Valley Lane in January, saying the scheme…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago   (307+ words) By Mr.Data 14th Aug 2026 Weekend Weather Forecast for Kenilworth On Friday, Kenilworth will experience partly cloudy skies throughout the day, with rain expected to arrive in the late afternoon. A high temperature of 32°C is anticipated, with a low of…...

3+ day, 2+ hour ago   (159+ words) By James Smith 14th Aug 2026 An independent shoe shop in Kenilworth's town centre has officially closed its doors. Charles Ager confirmed it was closing down its Talisman Square store due to "dropping sales" over a number of years. The retailer - whose…...

3+ day, 15+ min ago   (1145+ words) By Andy Mitchell - Local Democracy Reporter 13th Aug 2026 George Finch insists his own experiences with poverty will continue to influence his push against maximum council tax rises – even if it means battling finance professionals. Arguably the most meaningful change that Reform…...