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Little Stars Nursery Opens New Baby Suite January 2027
Little Stars Nursery is expanding with a new baby suite opening in January 2027. Construction finishes September 2026, with viewings available before…
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Stone Schools to Offer Technical Courses Linked to Local Job
New technical courses proposed for Stone pupils from Year 10 could combine core subjects with training linked to local employers, starting September 2028.
Oktoberfest Stone comes to Westbridge Park in October
Oktoberfest Stone takes place at Westbridge Park on 3 October from 2pm–10pm. Tickets £20 standard, £25 VIP. Local breweries, food traders and live music…
New Stone to Rugeley Bus Service 151 Launches September
Service 151 replaces bus A from 1 September, extending from Stone town centre through Aston Lodge to Rugeley. Nine journeys daily Monday to Saturday on a…
New Bus Service Links Stone and Rugeley from September
Staffordshire County Council launches a year-long trial bus service between Stone and Rugeley from 1 September, serving eight villages with hourly…
Crown Meadow: Wetland Work and Summer Wildlife
Stone Town Council's wetland restoration at Crown Meadow has brought back mute swans and dippers. Path improvements and invasive plant control planned.
Weekly Bike Night Launches at The Bridge Inn Stone
Staffordshire Motorcycle Riders begins weekly meet at The Bridge Inn in Stone from 5pm Thursdays. Filled rolls available, food van planned.
Stone Library Kids Zone Launches With Five New Characters
Staffordshire Libraries launches Kids Zone with five cartoon characters designed by children aged 9-17. Stone Library on High Street now features the new…
Electric cars: cost savings for Stone drivers
Stone drivers could save over £1,200 annually by switching to electric cars if they can charge at home on off-peak tariffs, but savings depend heavily on…
Junior parkrun volunteers sought in Stone
Stone is launching a free weekly junior parkrun for children aged 4-14. Volunteers needed for marshalling, timekeeping, and other roles. Event planned…
Yarnfield Park gains ECOsmart Gold sustainability award
Yarnfield Park near Stone has been awarded ECOsmart Gold accreditation for sustainability, joining four other venues operated by The Venues Collection.
Free Reggae Vinyl Night at The Wren, Stone
DJ Dekker plays reggae, ska and dub vinyl at The Wren on 1 August. Free entry, 7.30pm–11pm, 75 High Street, Stone.
Lee Walker Butchers Marks 50 Years in Stone
Lee Walker Butchers celebrates 50 years serving Stone. Founded in 1976, the family business is marking the milestone with a £50 voucher giveaway.
Stone Old Alleynians U9s seeks kit sponsor
Stone Old Alleynians Under 9s team needs a local business sponsor to provide eight playing kits at £32 each. Contact the club via Facebook.
Today in Stone — 22 July
Today in Stone: How to enjoy a business trip to London from Stone, plus 1 more local story with links to the full coverage.
Stone Warriors at Westbridge Park — Free Viking Event
Stone Town Council hosts Warriors at Westbridge on Saturday — free family event with Viking battles, living history, armour try-ons and kids' activities…
Stone Spuds Opens Friday 24 July with Free Jacket Potatoes
Stone Spuds opens behind Blame Frida on 24 July. First 100 customers get free jacket potatoes. Prices £4–£7 with toppings from katsu chicken to beef…
Walton Warriors under nines draw in first match
Walton Warriors, a new under nines football club in Stone, drew 4-4 with Florence Gold in their first friendly match ahead of joining the North Staffs…
Stone Racing Driver Will Jenkins Leads Porsche Cup Season
Stone's Will Jenkins, 20, sits second in the Porsche Carrera Cup GB 2026 after his first win at Snetterton. He races for Team Parker Racing.
Stone community groups: share your stories
A Little Bit of Stone invites local groups, clubs and residents to share news, achievements and community updates. Submit stories with photos and key…