New film ‘A Poem for Chelmsford’ celebrates our city through local voices
29 January 2026
Corporate Communications
Chelmsford City Council has launched a new, short video celebrating the city of Chelmsford.
Marking Holocaust Memorial Day 2026
Residents are invited to join Chelmsford Jewish Community for a Holocaust Memorial Day commemoration on Thursday 29 January.
Services over the 2025 festive period
Over Christmas and New Year, there’ll be some changes to the availability and opening times of Chelmsford City Council’s services.
Museum of Chelmsford awarded £50k from Art Fund for intergenerational collections project
Museum of Chelmsford has received a grant of £46,190 from Art Fund for an intergenerational project to catalogue the museum’s collections.
Chelmsford city centre could have its own council
The city centre is the last area of Chelmsford without a parish-tier council but that could change following a new consultation.
MPs support ‘most credible’ five-council proposal
MPs across the political spectrum are backing a proposal for five new unitary authorities that keeps decision making close to residents.
New social club for Chelmsford women to meet and connect
Chelmsford City Council’s On Your Team initiative aims to combat loneliness and improve mental health.
Chelmsford Market’s Family Fun Day returns this summer
After the success of last year’s event, Chelmsford Market will host another free Family Fun Day on Saturday 26 July.
Mayor of Chelmsford celebrates selfless local volunteers
Chelmsford Awards for Voluntary Service returned this week to recognise the actions of dedicated volunteers across Chelmsford.
Leisure centre staff recognised for taking life-saving action
Council staff have been recognised for their roles in saving the lives of two Chelmsford residents who suffered cardiac arrests.
