Boardwalk improvements completed

A recently revamped boardwalk in one of Bromsgrove’s centres is due to be opened this week after being returned to its former glory.

The Wiggin Boardwalk, in Alvechurch, has undergone improvement works after Alvechurch Parish Council were successful in securing funding.

Alvechurch Parish Council has received £30,000 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) in order to carry out the upgrades, with the Parish Council contributing a further £38,000 match-funding themselves.

Work was undertaken by local contractor, PGE Landscaping Ltd, throughout August/September, and the boardwalk is now ready for the community to enjoy. 

Leader of Bromsgrove District Council, Cllr Karen May, said: “We really take pride in our local communities and it’s wonderful to see this funding brought to life on the ground in Alvechurch.”

“The Boardwalk is an invaluable feature that provides accessibility for many and will continue to do so now for many future years.”

Visitors can enjoy walks alongside the stream, wilding areas and green corridors to appreciate the biodiversity of the area.

Chairman of Alvechurch Parish Council, Cllr Worrall, said: “Alvechurch Parish Council would very much like to thank those at Bromsgrove District Council for facilitating and administering the funding without whom this project would not have been possible.”

“We would also like to thank district councillor, Cllr Rachael Bailes, for her support of the project and also we would like to extend our sincere thanks to PGE Landscaping Ltd for completing the project in a professional and timely manner.”

The Boardwalk will be officially opened on Friday 17th October 2025, at 9am, by Cllr Worrall, Chairman of Alvechurch Parish Council, and everyone is welcome to attend.