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Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens to close during Coronavirus crisis

In light of the Coronavirus situation, Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens will close from Tuesday 24 March 2020 until further...

Cheltenham park play areas closed during Coronavirus crisis

Children’s play areas are being closed in parks across Cheltenham during the Coronavirus crisis to help social distancing measures...

Adam Henson makes ‘heartbreaking’ decision to close Cotswold Farm Park due to Coronavirus

From Friday 20 March 2020, Cotswold Farm Park will be closed until further notice following Government advice in response to the...

Busylizzy Cheltenham offers virtual membership for mums in self isolation

Mums stuck in self isolation can still get fit while social distancing with virtual memberships from Busylizzy in Cheltenham.

Boulders climbing centre in Cheltenham announces opening date

Boulders, a new climbing centre with an indoor bouldering wall, is set to open in Cheltenham this April 2020.

Sudeley Castle is opening a month earlier than scheduled

Celebrating a jam-packed calendar of events this year, Sudeley Castle is opening its doors to visitors one month earlier than its...

A family-friendly rave is coming to Cheltenham

A family-friendly rave is coming to Cheltenham's Revolution this February, complete with special characters, a tuck shop and glow...

A wizarding school is coming to Gloucestershire

A brand-new wizarding school experience is coming to Gloucestershire, including role play, magic lessons and special characters in...

Voting now open to name Stagecoach West’s new buses

With the shortlist finalised, Gloucestershire residents can now vote to choose their favourite name for Stagecoach West’s new...

Shaun the Sheep Farmageddon Glow Trail now open at Westonbirt Arboretum

Forestry England has opened a new Shaun the Sheep themed trail around Westonbirt Arboretum, complete with UV pens, activity packs...

Cotswold Farm Park is opening luxury holiday lodges

Cotswold Farm Park has announced it will open six new luxury holiday lodges, all of which have been built with sustainability in...

Cinderella at the Everyman Theatre review: We had an absolute ball

Miranda Hart, high-flying surprises, a double dose of saucy panto dames and lashings of Tweedy, Cinderella proved the Everyman...

Showcase dancewear and fancy dress closing down in Cheltenham

One of Cheltenham’s best-known fancy dress shops has announced it is closing down at the start of 2020, selling off its stock to...

Giffords Circus founder passes away

The co-founder of Giffords Circus, Nell Gifford, has died after a long battle with cancer.

Cheltenham's big wheel is back for 2020

Cheltenham's giant observation wheel will be returning to Imperial Gardens in February 2020, after its huge success as part of...

Little Mix to perform live in Gloucester

The world's biggest girl band, Little Mix, is returning to Gloucester this summer, performing a summer concert at Kingsholm...

Highlights from: Christmas on the Farm at Cotswold Farm

Providing picture perfect memories to welcome the festive season, Christmas on the Farm at Cotswold Farm Park was an enchanting...

Frozen 2 is being shown in 4DX at Cineworld Cheltenham

The time Disney fans have all been waiting for is finally here, Frozen 2 is hitting the big screen in November 2019 – with...

Gloucester Quays ice rink tickets on sale

Providing the ultimate Christmas entertainment for the whole family, Gloucester Quays’ outdoor ice rink has announced when it will...

Cotswold Clubhouse review: Much more than just soft play

Providing the ideal antidote to a rainy day, Cotswold Clubhouse has launched a brand new session opening both its gymnasium and...

Westonbirt Arboretum launches relaxed sessions for Christmas

Westonbirt Arboretum has launched two relaxed sessions to help visitors who struggle amongst busy crowds, or with intense special...

Cotswold Farm Park launches search for Santa

Cotswold Farm Park has launched an appeal to find the perfect Santa for its Christmas grotto.

Dippy the Natural History Museum Dinosaur on tour near Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire dinosaur fans, there’s a chance to see one of the most famous dinosaurs in the world – when Dippy, the Natural...

Ninja Warrior UK to open an Adventure Park in Gloucester

Get ready to take on your mates as Ninja Warrior UK has announced it's opening an Adventure Park in Gloucester.

Slimbridge Wetland Centre closed for several days in October

Due to extensive roadworks, Slimbridge Wetland Centre will be closed for nine days in October 2019.

Cheltenham Ice Rink delayed until 2020

Plans to create an outdoor ice rink in Cheltenham for Christmas 2019 have been delayed.

Jeremy Vine to chair debate in Cheltenham

Journalist and presenter Jeremy Vine will appear in Cheltenham this October, to chair an education debate at the town’s Dean Close...

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat review: The musical that gives you a warm fuzzy feeling

With a crash of drums and flash of light, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat burst onto Everyman Theatre's stage for a...

Prinknash Bird and Deer Park to close

One of Gloucestershire’s longest running family attractions will be closing its doors in September 2019, after 45 years in...

Accessible performances launched for Cinderella at the Everyman Theatre

Special accessible performances of the pantomime, Cinderella, have been launched at the Everyman Theatre - meaning that more...