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Find out the latest news from Chelmsford City Council.

Chelmsford’s wildlife corridors give space to thrive

We’ve been giving many of the areas we manage some space to thrive. Last year we changed how we maintain around 1,700 acres of our grassland

Go Ape Chelmsford opens at Hylands Estate

On Saturday 29 July Go Ape’s brand-new Chelmsford location opened at Hylands Estate.

Newly pedestrianised Tindal Square welcomes first public performances

The newly pedestrianised Tindal Square has hosted its first public performances following the completion of works in the historic space.

Chelmsford retains Green Flag status for 17 parks

Seventeen of Chelmsford City Council’s parks have been recognised for another year as being some of the best in the UK.

Award win for Half Moon Square

A public realm scheme in Chelmsford’s city centre has been recognised for its inclusivity and ambience.

Student Skills Festival returns to Chelmsford

Over 1,000 Year 8 pupils from Chelmsford secondary schools recently attended an outdoor festival to learn more about their career options.

Consultation approved for ‘Dogs on leads’ areas at Hylands

Chelmsford City Council’s Cabinet has approved a public consultation on proposals to create zones of Hylands where dogs must be on a lead.

New National Grid Norwich–Tilbury pylon consultation begins

A new round of public consultation on National Grid proposals for a high-voltage electricity power line across East Anglia begins today.

Behind the Rainbow opens at Chelmsford Museum

Behind the Rainbow, an exhibition exploring LGBTQ+ stories across Chelmsford and Essex, opens tomorrow (24 June) at Chelmsford Museum.

Chelmsford marks Armed Forces Week

Chelmsford City Council raised an Armed Forces Day flag on Monday to mark Armed Forces Week.

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