Warminster News — 15 May 2026

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crime

Youth Arrested for Riding Scrambler Bike Illegally in Warminster

Police arrested a youth for five motoring offences after catching them riding a scrambler bike illegally in Warminster. A second youth received a Fixed Penalty Notice for riding as a passenger.

transport

Road Blocked Near Warminster After Crash in Tytherington

A crash on St James Court in Tytherington near Warminster has caused the road to be partially blocked in both directions. Emergency services are responding to the incident.

council

Councillor Andrew Cooper Praises Warminster Community After Mayoral Term

Cllr Andrew Cooper has paid tribute to the Warminster community, describing his role as mayor as an 'enormous privilege.'

planning

Planning Application Submitted for 49 Homes on Damask Way, Warminster

An outline planning application has been submitted to Wiltshire Council for the erection of up to 49 dwellings on Damask Way in Warminster. A public consultation is underway.

sport

Warminster Cricket Club Records Two Wins in Saturday Fixtures

Warminster Cricket Club won two of three matches on Saturday. The 1XI faced Hinton Charterhouse in WEPL Wiltshire action, with Sanjay Malik top-scoring with 48 runs.

New Close Primary School recruiting class teacher for caring, inclusive garrison town school.→
Donate old phones, tablets and laptops to Wiltshire Digital Drive; 67 devices collected locally.→
Town Council approves new youth worker agreement, calls funding 'worth every penny.'→

What’s On

2026 · Warminster Lake Pleasure Grounds
Free Events at Warminster Lake Pleasure Grounds
Free community events throughout 2026 including Youth Fest, Ice Cream & Bubbles Festival and Pumpkins in the Park.
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May 2026 · Wiltshire Libraries
Talk on Warminster Pubs
Wiltshire Libraries host a talk on the pubs of Warminster as part of their May programme.
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2026-05-16 · Warminster
Country Comes to Town
Wiltshire Wildlife Trust's free family event bringing the countryside into the heart of the town.
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From Local Social Pages

Spotted In Warminster Town →
Vendor Event and Craft Fair →
2026 Warminster Annual Community Events returning ... →
Warminster residents can attend the annual event at Kemper Park ... →
Warminster Town Council and Civic Centre →

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