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Gloucestershire County Council partners with Fostering South West to support potential carers

Hoping to support more children in the care system and increase fostering numbers, GCC Fostering has partnered with Fostering...

New skate park and pump track coming to Bishop's Cleeve

Bishop's Cleeve will soon get its own skate park and pump track, as plans are submitted to Tewkesbury Borough Council for approval...

How one Gloucestershire school plans to mitigate 'unfair' school fee increases if Labour wins election

With The Labour Party planning to introduce VAT on independent school fees if it wins the next general election, The King's School...

Gloucestershire charity announces UK's first equine-facilitated sensory room for SEND children

Gloucestershire charity, Horses for Wellbeing, is planning to open a sensory room designed specifically for children with special...

Free e-scooter rides for voters in Cheltenham and Gloucester

Voters in Cheltenham and Gloucester can claim free rides to and from their local polling station this Thursday 2 May 2024 from...

Ninja Warrior UK Gloucester is offering schools a brilliant package for students to test out their ninja skills

School kids can run wild at Ninja Warrior UK Gloucester with its brilliant packages tailored to students — fully supervised by the...

Free professional training opportunities announced for school leavers

Finishing school this summer and wondering which direction to go in next? Gloucestershire HR company, Brave is presenting a unique...

Hartpury College praised for 'strong contribution' to skills needs in 'Outstanding' Ofsted report

Gloucester's Hartpury College retained its 'Outstanding' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection, with inspectors praising its...

Finalists revealed for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024

SoGlos readers have cast their votes to determine the finalists for this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards — with only a few...

Cheltenham's sought-after new school rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted

It fast became a top choice among Cheltenham families after opening in 2021 and now The High School Leckhampton has received the...

Cheltenham Ladies' College bursary applications are closing soon

The Beale Awards bursary scheme from the world-renowned Cheltenham Ladies' College is open for applications, offering up to 100...

First look: Avalon from Giffords Circus

The big top is up at Fennells Farm and SoGlos got an invite to the opening night of Avalon from Giffords Circus, to get a first...

Lilian Faithfull Care celebrates 50th anniversary of its first nursing home

This week 50 years ago, Gloucestershire charity Lilian Faithfull Care opened its first nursing home, St Faith's in Cheltenham —...

Brand-new independent vets opening in Gloucestershire

Coming soon to Cheltenham, Regency Vets is a new venture from two veterinary surgeons set to open in April 2024 — promising to...

'Wycliffe is a special place' — new head of the Stonehouse independent school is appointed

Christian San Jose has been revealed as the 11th headmaster of Wycliffe College, the 142-year-old Stonehouse-based independent...

Dragons return to the Cotswolds as Painswick Rococo Garden announces spring family events

Dragon eggs, dog shows and daffodils galore! Discover the best of spring at Painswick Rococo Garden, with plenty going on to keep...

How Gloucestershire College is championing apprenticeships in the business and professional services sector

Looking to cultivate key skills in-house for your business? Gloucestershire College will guide you and your apprentice every step...

Here's where you can catch The LEGO Movie and The Greatest Showman for free this Easter

Gearing up for a summer of fun family entertainment in Gloucester this year, head to Kings Square for a double feature of movie...

The Brimscombe Mill community seeks a new home after shock sale

Brimscombe Mill, a much-loved community hub in Stroud that houses charities such as The Long Table, has been given five months to...

Tweedy: Why clowning is essential in Shakespearean productions

Combining magic, mishaps and Shakespearean wit with a musical twist, Tweedy reveals why he, a circus clown, is taking centre stage...

Adam Henson releases second children's book

Gloucestershire's famous farmer, Adam Henson, releases his second children's book this March 2024, answering some of the most...

Young people from Gloucestershire invited to audition for new film

The casting company behind Netflix hit Top Boy and Oscar-winning film Jojo Rabbit is looking for young people from Gloucestershire...

Gloucester's new 'scented crazy golf' destination opening soon

Combining the thrill of crazy golf with great music and a vibrant dining atmosphere, Putt Putt Social is set to provide a unique...

Voting opens for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024

Have your say to help crown Gloucestershire's best lifestyle businesses in 2024, as voting opens for the seventh annual...

Gloucestershire councillors agree on 'ambitious' budget with an extra £50 million for county services

Gloucestershire County Council reveals details of its agreed budget for the 2024-25 financial year — with more than £616 million...

South west academy trust approved to run Gloucester's new £16.5 million special school

An education academy trust experienced in supporting children and young people with special educational needs, Reach South, has...

Popular Worcestershire girls' school offers weekly boarding for Gloucestershire families

With its flexible weekly boarding options, Malvern St James Girls' School caters for busy, modern families by empowering students...

Big Feastival announces 2024 headliners

Big Feastival returns to the Cotswolds in August 2024 and this year's headline acts have just been confirmed — with some BIG names...

Virtual reality gaming centre launches first UK location in Gloucester

Experienced gamers or those seeking new thrills are now able to step into fully immersive virtual worlds at brand-new attraction...

Everyman Theatre raises more than £20,000 for Gloucestershire children's charities

Audiences at Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre have helped raise a whopping £20,251 for children's charities Home-Start Stroud and...