Nadia Sayed

Warwick's Smith Street is lined with independent businesses that bring character, creativity, and community spirit to the heart of the town. But how well do we know the people and stories behind the shopfronts?

At the end of July, the Smith Street party will be held once again, bringing together a host of businesses for a day of community celebration. Ahead of the event, we reached out to every business along Smith Street and asked them to share a little about who they are, what they do, and why they do it.

"It's both humbling and an absolute honour to be selected to represent my hometown, I'm proud to represent the town's mayor; it's a privilege," said Councillor Ruggy Singh, the new Mayor of Royal Leamington Spa for 2025–2026.
Cllr Singh took on the role after being elected and receiving the mayoral chain during the Town Council's annual meeting on Thursday, 15 May 2025.
The meeting also marked the end of Cllr Judith Clarke's term as mayor and the election of a new deputy mayor, Cllr Sarah Boa...

Hundreds of runners commenced the eighth Leamington Spa Half Marathon this morning (15 June), setting off from the Royal Pump Room Gardens at a delayed time (of ten minutes) at 8.40am due to an unexpected van on the course.

A brand new Ping Pong Parlour has opened in Royal Priors Shopping Centre in Leamington Spa.

Read our review of Things I Know To Be True, now playing at The Loft Theatre in Leamington Spa.

Five restaurants in Leamington Spa have been nominated for the Deliveroo Restaurant Awards 2025, showcasing the town's diverse and high-quality food scene.

In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day (Victory in Europe), a beacon lighting was held at Newbold Coymn in Leamington Spa.
Bunting for 80th anniversary of VE Day at Newbold Coymn (images Via Nadia Sayed)
Crowds began gathering ahead of the event, which commenced from 7.30pm yesterday (8 May) with a live band playing from 8.30pm.
The live band began playing from 8.30pm (images Via Nadia Sayed)
VE Day, which marked the end of the World War II conflict in Europe, was honoured across ...

Here is our list of top picks for events in Leamington, brought to you in partnership with CJ's Events Warwickshire and Windmill Hill Brewery.
If your business or organisation is running an event, you can advertise it for free with Leamington Nub News.
Simply follow this link to our What's On section and click the black 'Nub It' button to get started.
Here are our top picks for the start of May.
1.Off the Rails Festival returns
Nub News sponsor, the Windmill Hill Brewery and Taproom, is one o...

Hot on the heels of a sold-out Studio production, Leamington's Loft Theatre presents Things I Know To Be True, beginning Wednesday, 7 May.
Written by the award-winning Australian writer Andrew Bovell, who also co-wrote the screenplay for the hugely popular 1992 film, Strictly Ballroom, the production will run from the main auditorium until Saturday, 17 May.
Directed by Lynda Lewis, Things I Know To Be True is an intimate and unflinching examination of family dynamics which will be relatable t...

The Leamington in Bloom Group, in partnership with Leamington Spa Town Council, has officially launched its annual 'In Bloom' photography competition.
The theme for 2025 is 'Where I Walk', which could be that beautiful green space on your way to work, or the nesting swans on your favourite Sunday Walk, so long as the location is within the town's boundaries.
Entries are welcome from keen photographers of all ages and standards.
Pictures from Jephson Gardens and the town's other popular, beaut...

The A46 near Kenilworth is on track to reopen on Thursday, 1 May, following a 19-day closure to allow for major engineering works during the construction of HS2.
The busy link between Coventry and Kenilworth has been closed since 11 April to enable the building work.
Once reopened, the A46 will operate under temporary traffic restrictions, consisting of a 50mph speed limit, along with single-lane closures on either side of the new structure.
Cameron Thompson, Head of Programme Delivery, said:...

What began as one woman's effort to find connection after moving to Leamington has since grown into a thriving community for women seeking friendship, support, and a sense of belonging.

The premises of the former fish store, Regency Fish, in Leamington Spa, are now available for rent.
The store, which is located on 49 Regent Street, closed its doors for the final time on Christmas Eve (24 December) last year.
In a post shared on Facebook, Regency Fish wrote: "We would like to thank all of our customers for the many years of support you have given to Regency Fish, it is with a heavy heart that we have decided to close the doors today for the last time.
"We have had many good ...

The Interactive Futures 2025 networking and careers event is set to return for the sixth year to The Royal Spa Centre in Leamington Spa.
The vibrant talent and creativity of Warwickshire's gaming industry will once again be under the spotlight at the Midlands' largest regional showcase event this summer.
Warwickshire County Council is teaming up with The Game Dev Group and Warwick District Council to showcase the Warwickshire Games Collective and highlight the wide range of skills and service...

A new branch of the popular health and fitness chain Anytime Fitness is set to open in Leamington Spa.
The gym, which offers 24/7 gym access and a wide range of fitness facilities, will be located at 76-86 The Parade.
Memberships are set to officially go live on 5 May.
The gym is expected to feature high-quality cardio and strength equipment, private training areas, and access to personal coaching and wellness support.