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Summer Fun at Kiddy Proud 2: See the 1989 Batmobile!

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The sun is set to shine on Kidderminster this summer with a fantastic event taking centre stage.

There will be plenty of fun for all the family at Kiddy Proud 2 which is taking place in Kidderminster town centre on Saturday July 23rd.

It runs from 12 noon until 4pm in Weavers Wharf, Vicar Street, High Street and the Bull Ring.

The event follows hot on the heels of last year’s successful Kiddy Proud, with this year set to be bigger and better than ever.

Kiddy Proud 2 will take to the streets of Kidderminster town centre the weekend before the start of the Commonwealth Games so there will be some fun sporting activities to get you in the spirit.  They include a mini tabletop football championship happening outside JD Sports in Weavers Wharf. There will also be a chance to have a go at ‘perfect putting’ and to try your hand at basketball.

One of the most iconic cars from the silver screen will be making an appearance at Kiddy Proud 2. The Michael Keaton 1989 Batmobile will be parked up, and you will have the chance to take an awe-inspiring photo with the Batmobile and Batman who will be roaming the town centre with a stilt walker! The Batmobile isn’t a replica. It’s the original Batmobile from the movie!


This year young people from J’s Dance Factory will be back again from 1pm to 2pm outside the Swan Centre. After that ‘IGNITE’ – Kidderminster College’s Performing Arts School will be taking centre stage. To add to the fun, Wyre Forest Cheerleading will be performing from 3:40 – 4:00pm.

Kiddy Proud 2 will also include free face painting for children and the wonderful alpacas will be back with the Phoenix Children’s Foundation.
The market will be taking place as usual, full of fantastic traders who are passionate about what they do, and there will be some additional food and drink stalls.

You will also be able to meet representatives from The British Army, Wyre Forest Police Safer Neighbourhood Team and the Hereford and Worcestershire Fire and Rescue Service who will be in town sharing information.

Kidderminster BID Manager Alex Powell said: ‘Kiddy Proud 2 is going to be a fantastic celebration of our people and our town. We wanted to celebrate the start of the Commonwealth Games and show off our town and some of our local talent. There’s great community spirit in Kidderminster, and at Kiddy Proud 2 there will be plenty for all to enjoy.’

To find out more about the event, follow Kidderminster BID on Facebook!

View the event flyer here

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We Are Proud Of Our Town

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It’s summer in Kidderminster, the flowers are blooming, the sun’s shining and visitors are enjoying being out and about again.

Kidderminster Business Improvement District will be bringing the community together and celebrating with a brand-new event scheduled to take place next month.

Kiddy Proud will take place in the town centre on August 27th 2021. The fun filled day will include music, dance, and even Shetland ponies. There will be stalls to browse, and the police, fire service and territorial army will all be taking part. You can read more here.

‘We are hoping the town will all come together for this special event,’ said Kidderminster BID Manager Alex Powell.

‘It’s a chance to show how proud we are of our town. I am proud of our community and the way we have come through the pandemic. Kidderminster has proved to be resilient, and we haven’t lost many businesses. I’m proud of the fact that Kidderminster is finding its feet again.
‘It’s also a time to celebrate our heritage and community and this is a chance for us to meet some of our public service heroes.’

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There are new floral displays in areas that are not usually covered. New planting includes Worcester Street, Oxford Street, the Bull Ring roundabout and barrier baskets alongside the Riverside Walk restaurants. Wildflowers have been planted in the Comberton Hill to town centre underpass as part of plans to improve gateways to the town.

Kidderminster has also welcomed a host of new businesses during the past year.

An exciting new venue bringing live music back to the town centre opened recently. The entertainment venue, called 45 Live, is located at the former Vault Bar site on Oxford Street and will showcase local musicians, tribute acts and events.

Openings have also included Burger Bros, Trugym Kidderminster at Weavers Wharf, Tattoo@ Carlton House and 100% Aesthetics & Beauty Academy.

The Hyde Brow and Beauty Bar has opened and also Sterling Square which offers an elegant nail salon, ladies boutique and delicious refreshments.
‘It is a time to look forward,’ said Alex. I’m proud of the investment that’s coming to our town and also the regeneration that is going to be taking place through the government’s Future High Streets Fund.

‘Kidderminster is bouncing back and there is plenty of positivity in the town’
‘Summer is the season to go out and meet friends and family, perhaps go along to your favourite food and drink spots, take a stroll along the canal and support our local shops and businesses.
‘It’s a time to enjoy everything that Kidderminster has to offer.’

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Join Us For Kiddy Proud

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Kidderminster Business Improvement District is holding a fun event in the town centre on Friday August 27th 2021.

There will be music, stalls and a dance performance at Kiddy Proud which is being held from 11am to 3pm.

Children will be able to enjoy free activities. Entertainment will include a stilt walker, and ponies and alpacas. The ponies will be at Weavers Wharf courtesy of Phoenix Children’s Foundation and the alpacas in the courtyard of the Town Hall. The Kidderminster Harriers will have some fun and free children’s activities including ‘beat the goalie’ and their coach will be on hand.

The West Mercia Police Safer Neighbourhood Team, the Specialist Operations Unit and Army Reserves will be on hand to meet and greet.
There will be live performances by J’s Dance Academy and Teach Me Music Academy. The dance academy will be performing at 1:30pm outside the Swan Centre. In the case of inclement weather, head to the Town Hall where the dance performance will take place indoors, along with the Greener Living Event.

On the same day The Swan Shopping Centre will be celebrating 50 years in the town centre. They will be offering free arts and crafts for children between 11am and 3pm. At 1pm Sammy Swan will be unveiling the new art work and there will be free goody bags including crafts and sweets (*while stocks last).

There will also be an opportunity to win a K’Nex Ferris Wheel worth approximately £150. The prize is courtesy of The Entertainer and other prizes will also be available on the day.

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Ros Darby, Chair of the Business Improvement District and Manager of the Swan Centre said: ‘This is a great opportunity to get local people back into the town. It’s been a tough 18 months, and this is to show that we’re here to come together and appreciate everything the town centre has got to offer.’

Kidderminster BID Manager Alex Powell said: ‘Kiddy Proud is going to be a great summer event.
‘There is a fantastic community in Kidderminster and this is an opportunity to enjoy the celebratory atmosphere with friends and family.’

The Kidderminster Greener Living Event will also be taking place on the same day from 11am to 3pm in the Town Hall. A wide range of organisations will be on hand to provide useful information and advice on all things green. Learn how to reduce the amount of waste produced through cutting down on food waste to home composting, reducing single use plastics, as well as information on reuse, repair and how to recycle more.

Free children’s craft activities will also be on offer in the Town Hall as part of the Greener Living Event.

Event Programme and Times

There will be entertainment for all on August 27th 2021 including:

  • J’s Dance Academy performance, 1:30pm outside the Swan Centre
  • Kidderminster Harriers ‘beat the goalie’ game
  • Stilt walker entertainment
  • Music with Teach Me Music Academy (live band at 1pm and PA system 11am – 3pm)
  • Alpacas in the town hall courtyard
  • Ponies at Weavers Wharf
  • Free chalk drawing 11am – 12:30 outside the Town Hall
  • Stalls including:
    • West Mercia Police Special Operations Unit and the Neighbourhood Team
    • The Army Reserves
    • Refreshments
  • Running at the same time 11am – 3pm, Wyre Forest Green Alliance have organised the ‘Greener Living Event’ taking place in the Town Hall
  • The Swan Centre will be celebrating their 50 year anniversary. There are prizes to be won at the Swan Centre and the unveiling of their new artwork with Sammy Swan at 1pm and free craft activities for children in the shopping centre.

For further information please contact:
Alex Powell
Mobile: +44 (0)7842 894198
Email: Alex@kidderminsterbid.co.uk

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