A contemporary art installation is in the works after a planning specialist secured approval.

Continuing to expand operations outside of its north east base, Hedley Planning will oversee the installation, for English Heritage, of temporary artwork by artist Keith Harrison at Witley Court & Gardens, close to Worcester.

Mr Harrison's artwork follows a planning resubmission that will see the installation of artwork reflecting the lives of miners who laboured in the pits owned by Witley Court's 19th-century owner, the Earl of Dudley.

A boost to the area's economy is predicted, with extra revenue anticipated from the provision of materials and skills for the artwork's creation, as well as spend by visitors attracted to the region.

Joe Ridgeon, director at Hedley Planning, said: "It’s great to get planning approval.

"This is a fabulous opportunity to further add to what is already a world-class visitor destination with a truly unique art installation and unprecedented visitor experience, which will be enjoyed by thousands of people.”

The artwork is projected to be open to the public by spring 2025.