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Spring creativity in bloom at our Easter Wreath-Making Workshops
Our Easter wreath-making sessions on 1st and 2nd April at our cemeteries were a huge success.
Both sessions were fully booked, and everyone had a wonderful time.
It was great to see people come together to enjoy the outdoors and learn a new skill in our peaceful surroundings. Using different varieties of willow and beautiful spring flowers, each wreath made was truly special and unique.
| We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a success, with special thanks to Forest of Mercia CIC for partnering with us to share their enthusiasm and expertise.
We hope everyone left feeling inspired and proud of their creations – we’re already looking forward to our next event with Forest of Mercia CIC in July.
Keep an eye on our social media channels, website and weekly newsletter for the latest updates. |
Alternatively, you can contact us on 01902 696111 or email bereavementservices@sstaffs.gov.uk.
Election update: 2026
This year is what’s known as a fallow year for South Staffordshire District Council, which means there are no scheduled elections taking place on 7th May, 2026.
This is part of our normal local election cycle. We elect all 42 councillors once every four years.
Our next scheduled elections will take place on 6th May, 2027.
You may have seen information online or in the media about elections happening in neighbouring areas, and be wondering why there’s nothing taking place here.
This is completely normal, different councils hold their elections in different years.
Shape the future of Bilbrook
People who live or work in Bilbrook are invited to comment on the future planning of the village.
The draft Bilbrook Neighbourhood Plan is open for public consultation for six weeks, from Tuesday, 14th April until the end of Wednesday, 27th May.
Neighbourhood plans give local communities a direct role in shaping how their area develops. They are led and written by the community,while needing to align with national planning policy and the local council’s adopted Local Plan.
The Bilbrook Neighbourhood Plan Group has worked with the community to identify local priorities.This consultation invites residents to comment on the draft plan before formal examination.
For more information and to view the plan, see:
To make a comment on the plan visit Engage, South Staffordshire Council’s dedicated online consultation system 👉 CLICK HERE.
Alternatively, you can email: neighbourhoodplanning@sstaffs.gov.uk or send written representations to:
Neighbourhood Planning, Strategic Planning Team, South Staffordshire Council, Wolverhampton Road, Codsall, Wolverhampton WV8 1PX.
Have your say on South Staffordshire’s future
People are being given the chance to have their say on the future of planning in South Staffordshire, in a brand-new digital democracy trial funded by Google.
The Shaping South Staffordshire project, run by South Staffordshire Council and leading think tanks Demos and New Local, is one of the largest digital democracy trials ever undertaken in the UK.
Designed in consultation with world-leading experts in digital democracy, the engagement exercise seeks to provide an insight into the priorities of those who live in, work in, or visit South Staffordshire and how they would like the district to evolve by 2045.
The first phase of the consultation is now live and runs until 3rd May.
Find out more via this link: Invitation – Shaping South Staffordshire – Comhairle
Great news for users of the South Staffordshire Railway Walk
We are pleased to share that additional surface improvement works began on 13th April, helping to further enhance this well used route.
| Thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), contractors will be on site next week to carry out surface improvements.
These works will extend the path from Bridgnorth Road, through to Himley Station Car Park.
The programme is expected to last around one month.
While there may be short, temporary closures on small sections of the walk, users will be able to divert through the adjacent woodland, and every effort will be made to keep disruption to a minimum.
We are excited to see the benefits this investment will bring to the community.
Thank you for your patience while these improvements take place. |
Congratulations to Ms F from Stafford!
| We’re thrilled to announce that Ms F matched four numbers in the South Staffordshire Community Lottery, and has won an amazing £250!
Thank you for supporting a fantastic local cause and helping make a difference in our community.
Want to be our next big winner? |
Explore our latest vacancies
Looking for a new opportunity?
Explore the latest vacancies at South Staffordshire Council and find a role that suits your skills and interests.
Vacancies
Development Management Team Manager
Closing date: 17th April
All vacancies can be viewed in full and applied for on our recruitment site.
South Staffordshire walking festival set to get people moving
The South Staffordshire Walking Festival is set to begin soon, offering residents the chance to get outdoors, stay active and explore the district through a wide programme of free, volunteer‑led walks.
Taking place at locations across South Staffordshire, the festival offers a range of free, guided walks for all ages and abilities.
With routes varying in length, pace and difficulty, there’s something for everyone, from gentle strolls to more challenging walks – all led by friendly, knowledgeable volunteers.
The festival encourages residents to get active, boost their wellbeing, connect with others and enjoy the area’s countryside, green spaces and wildlife.
For full details of the festival programme, including walk locations and dates, visit: Health and wellbeing in the community | South Staffordshire District Council
Pensioners urged to be alert to fuel payment scams
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging pensioners to be alert to scams linked to the recovery of Winter Fuel Payments.
Scammers may use phone calls, texts or emails claiming to be from HMRC, asking for repayments or bank details.
For most people, repayments are automatic through tax codes or Self Assessment.
HMRC will never contact you by text or email to request payment details.
Further information on HMRC’s recovery approach can be found here.
For more advice on stating safe online, visit:
Stop! Think Fraud – How to stay safe from scams
Perton Library Science Fair and Spring Festival
Join us for one of Perton’s biggest community events of the year!
As part of Green Libraries Month, Perton Library and Wild About Perton are hosting a free, family‑friendly Science Fair and Spring Festival, packed with hands‑on activities, interactive workshops, and special guests.
Highlights Include:
- 🎞 Cyanotype printing with the Museums Team
- 🤖 STEMBOTICS LEGO Robotics Workshops*
- 🐍 ZooLab live animal encounters*
- 🏎 Dallara F3 racing car
- 🔭 Astronomy with Wolverhampton Astronomical Society
- ✏️ Author/illustrator Mark Bardsley
- 🦉 Cuan Wildlife Rescue
- 🪨 Black Country Geological Society
…and more still to be announced!
Booking details
Saturday, 9th May | 10am–3pm
📞 Call 01902 506050
Email perton.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of science, creativity, and discovery. |
