MURCIA SOUTH WEST

Celebrate Cartagena Carnival 2026 this Valentine's Day with Raquel Tours night tripRaquel Tours invites you on a special guided evening trip to one of Murcia’s most spectacular parades   February in Cartagena means one thing above all else. Carnival. And in 2026, one of the most spectacular events in the Region of.. 19/01/2026

Murcia fishermen to strike as EU rules branded “unworkable”Fresh fish markets to close while fleet protests new catch controls and threat of €5,000 fines Fishermen across the Region of Murcia are planning to tie up their boats and shut the markets today in protest of new EU catch-control rules that they.. 19/01/2026

Lorca to receive €1 million to repair roads and infrastructure after March stormsState funding will support repairs as the town continues recovering from heavy rain damage Lorca will soon receive close to €1 million from central government to help repair roads and other municipal infrastructure damaged by the severe storms.. 16/01/2026

Plans move forward for new desalination plants on the Alicante and Murcia coastsThe Torrevieja and Águilas facilities should increase the water supply in southern Spain Another step forward has been taken towards building two new desalination plants in Torrevieja and Águilas, which together could supply up to 150.. 14/01/2026

Lorca's roads battered by rains are getting a swift fixAyuntamiento commits €80,000 to pothole repairs, debris clearance and resurfacing in rural districts Recent heavy rains have damaged roads across Lorca, but the Ayuntamiento is addressing the issues promptly. Councillor for Rural Districts Á.. 13/01/2026

Mazarrón residents up in arms over rats running riot Infestation in central streets sparks health fears as council blames private property limits Residents in the heart of Mazarrón are at their wits' end with a rat problem that has taken over rooftops, patios and even pavements just metres from.. 09/01/2026

Wheelchair user rescued from fire at Lorca conventQuick action by the Policía Nacional brought elderly woman to safety at the Convento de las Clarisas An elderly woman in a wheelchair was safely rescued from a fire at a convent in Lorca after a swift response by officers from the Policí.. 09/01/2026

January sales bring Murcia shoppers warmer budgets and smarter habitsWith average spending set to hit 100 euros locally, Lorca urges residents to shop local and stay savvy If you are planning a post-Christmas browse around the shops in Murcia, you are not alone. Locals are expected to spend an average of 100.34 euros each.. 07/01/2026

Join the Garden Boutique WhatsApp channel for fresh flower updates in MazarrónStay connected with Garden Boutique’s flower shop and enjoy exclusive offers and floral inspiration If you love flowers and beautiful blooms, Garden Boutique in Mazarrón has just made it even easier to stay in touch. Now you can join their.. 23/10/2025

Get cosy this autumn with Branded HomewareYour local Camposol shop for bedding, towels and everything you need to stay warm and comfortable   As the cooler evenings settle in and the summer heat slowly fades, many of us naturally reach for an extra blanket or start looking around our homes..

Recycle your printer ink at Euronics Camposol and help protect the planetA simple way to dispose of used cartridges responsibly in your local community Are you wondering what to do with your used printer cartridges? At TJ Electricals, Euronics Camposol, recycling your printer consumables is easier than ever. Bringing back.. 18/09/2025

Harness the power of the sun with Ecocorp Solar in Puerto LumbrerasExpert solar solutions with top-quality equipment and personalised service If you’re thinking about solar energy, there’s never been a better time to go solar in sunny southern Spain. Ecocorp Solar recently completed their second installation.. 03/09/2025

Balcony-mounted solar panels arrive in MurciaCompact, efficient and easy to install – homeowners can now harness solar power from their own balconies!   Are you looking for an easy and affordable way to switch to solar energy? Balcony-mounted solar panels are a game-changer for.. 04/04/2025

A history of Los AlcázaresFrom Roman villa and Moorish fortress to a thriving tourist resort and the youngest municipality in the Region of Murcia In a purely administrative sense, the history of the municipality of Los Alcázares goes back only to the year 1983, when it..

Aguilas football museum, memoirs from a 120-year football tradition Águilas Sporting Club was one of the first in Spain and dominated the sport in Murcia for 20 years The town of Águilas is not immediately associated with footballing success, but in fact it has one of the oldest traditions in the whole of..

The Argaric culture in MurciaThe Argaric culture was present in Bronze Age Murcia between 2200 and 1550 BC The Region of Murcia is rich in archaeological sites, this part of Southern Spain attracting a number of cultures throughout its history, drawn by the abundant natural resources.. 12/10/2012

Visiting Aledo, the keep and 20 million years of history Welcome to Aledo! Aledo is a hilltop town, perched high in the Sierra Espuña at a strategic defensive location which see-sawed between the Moors who occupied Southern Spain from the 7th to the 13th century and the Catholic knights of the..

Wellspring Victory Church in Puerto de MazarrónWellspring Victory Church The Wellspring Victory Church is based in Puerto de Mazarrón. They meet every Sunday at 11.00 am for worship on Camposol Sector B in the Event Room above Trevi Bar. Victory Churches Spain are a non-denominational..