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First look: Inside Gloucestershire's newest shopping destination – Cotswolds Designer Outlet

The new, highly anticipated Cotswolds Designer Outlet near Tewkesbury is opening on Wednesday 16 July 2025. Ahead of the big...

Bath and Gloucester Rugby coaches lead summer residentials in the Cotswolds

Two of England's best rugby clubs and leading sports coaching academy, Lions Academy, are hosting top-class coaching sessions at...

Stroud independent school challenges pupils to try something new to develop mental resilience

An independent school based in Stonehouse, near Stroud, is pushing pupils' boundaries by championing a wider sport offering for...

Two Forest of Dean campsites named among the most outstanding in the UK

Two campsites in the Forest of Dean have been recognised in a national list as some of the best sites in the UK in 2025 for...

Exclusive first look: Gloucester's brand-new indoor trampoline park opens

Just in time for the school summer holidays, AirHop, Gloucester's brand-new trampoline park opens this July 2025 – and it's fully...

Exclusive: Everyman Theatre to open new centre for creativity in Cheltenham

Taking over a former community centre just off Cheltenham's lower high street, the Everyman Theatre is set to open its new...

Families of prisoners can get free support thanks to Gloucestershire youth work charity

Young Gloucestershire is supporting families of prisoners with its Hidden Victims of Crime project, providing free therapeutic and...

Brand-new Cotswolds RHS flower show reveals summer 2026 dates

For the first time ever, the RHS is bringing its world-renowned horticultural celebration to the magnificent grounds of Badminton...

University of Gloucestershire helps thousands of students with launch of exclusive Clearing scheme

For early birds who want to apply for a university place sooner, or for those wanting to firm up alternatives before results day,...

Sudeley Castle launches brand-new annual pass

Offering unlimited visits throughout its opening season, Sudeley Castle and Gardens in the Cotswolds is launching a brand-new...

Former Bath and England player appointed head of performance rugby at Hartpury University and College

Further enhancing its position as 'a leader' in rugby education and development, Hartpury University and College appoints former...

Cirencester's pop-up restaurant in a circus wagon launches summer event series

Roaming restaurant Josser from Circus Chef Ols Halas is in residence in Cirencester this summer – and it's launching a new series...

Cotswold Farm Park launches new 'return for free' ticket for summer holidays

Visitors to Cotswold Farm Park will be able to return for free throughout the summer holidays, thanks to a new ticket offer...

Gloucestershire independent school appoints its next head of college

With its current head moving to pastures new in 2026, one of the UK's top independent schools, Cheltenham College, has announced...

What to expect at Beechenhurst's free family fun day this summer

Looking for free things to do with the kids this summer? Beechenhurst's family fun day is back in August 2025, with lawn games,...

Exclusive first look: Inside Gloucester's thrilling new family attraction Ultimate Warriors

SoGlos was first to step through the doors of the brand-new Ultimate Warriors ahead of its official opening — with the refurbished...

New family attraction opens at Beechenhurst just in time for the summer holidays

Forestry England is teaming up with the world's largest conservation organisation, WWF, to bring a brand-new family trail to...

Westonbirt Arboretum launches summer activities programme encouraging families to 'roam free'

On top of its stunning woodland walks, interactive trails and revamped natural play areas, families visiting Forestry England’s...

Kids can travel to hundreds of UK locations for free this summer

Gloucestershire families can take advantage of free coach travel for under 15s to hundreds of UK locations this summer 2025,...

Is your dog a picky eater? Cotswold pet food expert reveals how to feed fussy pets

While loss of appetite could be a sign of stress or sickness, some dogs are just picky eaters. But switching to raw food, which is...

Here's how you can get free ice cream and two-for-one golf at Mulligans Cheltenham

Mulligans at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham is encouraging families to 'beat the heat' by giving away free ice creams for kids...

Family-owned pet brand reveals opening date for new dog-focused store in the Cotswolds

From free harness fittings and training advice to mounds of tail-wagging natural treats displayed in a farmer's style market, find...

Cheltenham's Regent Arcade celebrates 40 years in business with a week-long birthday celebration

Step back in time with Cheltenham's Regent Arcade when it celebrates four decades in the town with a week-long celebration...

Gloucester Cathedral tower reopens for tours – with spectacular views of the city from brand-new roof deck

Access to one of Gloucester’s most breathtaking viewpoints has reopened this June 2025 – with 269 steps to reach to the top.

Children's safer driving scheme launches in the Cotswolds – helping reduce road accident rates by 80 per cent

A driver training scheme aimed at children aged nine to 17 is launching at a second Gloucestershire venue this July 2025,...

Knitted lion cub stitched to life by Quedgeley community group

The countdown to Gloucestershire's Lions at Large Trail is on – with just one month to go. Ahead of the big reveal, Tesco...

Here's how you can see a giant dinosaur in Gloucester this weekend

Gloucester BID is bringing dinosaurs to Gloucester this June 2025, with its Dino-ROAR Weekend providing free family entertainment...

New trampoline park opening in Gloucester

Gloucester is getting a brand-new family attraction in time for summer 2025, as AirHop is set to open a new indoor trampoline park...

Tickets are flying for this year’s Royal International Air Tattoo – here’s what to expect when you visit

With attractions for all, better-than-ever hospitality and all-new aircraft and flying displays, it's no surprise that tickets for...

Award-winning wildlife TV star launches new podcast live from Cheltenham Science Festival

Wildlife explorer and TV broadcaster Steve Backshall is exclusively launching his brand-new podcast at Cheltenham Science Festival...