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Gloucester Cathedral announces 'powerful' light and sound installation coming this autumn

Sharing a 'powerful' message of peace and hope, Gloucester Cathedral is hosting an immersive light and sound exhibition from...

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...

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...

Visitor numbers are soaring in Gloucester

Gloucester has seen a significant increase in footfall compared to this time last year, according to new data shared by Gloucester...

Revamp marks new chapter for Cirencester country house hotel

With a new chef, a brand-new £250,000 kitchen and freshly refurbished garden restaurant, Stratton House Hotel & Spa near...

Opening of four-star hotel at Gloucester's The Forum delayed until 2026

The new Hotel Indigo at Gloucester's £107 million Forum development will not open until 2026, with its completion delayed due to...

Cotswold manor house that inspired TS Eliot reopens as luxury hotel

Set in a restored 17th-century manor house on a 60-acre estate of meadows, woodland and rolling hills near Chipping Campden,...

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...

New Cotswolds hotel restaurant launches casual fine dining experience

The Painswick hotel has quietly launched a new restaurant – SAUCE – to bring the flavours of fine dining to visitors and guests...

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,...

Bristol's The Wave reopens with new owners after shock short-term closure

The south west's only inland surfing lake, The Wave, is reopening after suddenly closing at the end of June – and it's officially...

Get a digital detox at Gloucestershire's newest 'back to nature' glamping experience

Swap screen time for wildlife at one of Gloucestershire's newest rural retreats, where you can stay in a shepherd's hut surrounded...

South west's only inland surfing venue closes over financial row

Bristol's inland surfing lake, The Wave, closes with immediate effect due to a reported financial dispute.

Confetti Flower Field announces its summer opening dates

Cameras at the ready! The famous Confetti Flower Field in the Cotswolds will be bursting with colour again this summer — with its...

Luxury Gloucestershire hotel group MD named in hospitality power list

The managing director of the hotel group that runs one of Gloucestershire's luxury hotels has been named in a 2025 hospitality...

Exclusive: Cotswolds Designer Outlet officially reveals summer opening date

The new, highly anticipated Cotswolds Designer Outlet near Tewkesbury has announced its official opening period this July 2025.

Cotswold Lavender announces summer opening dates

The prettiest of purple flower fields, Cotswold Lavender near Broadway has announced the date when it will open again this summer...

Gloucestershire front of house manager wins top hospitality award – previously won by Marco Pierre White

A member of Gloucestershire's buzzing hospitality sector scoops a prestigious Acorn Award, also dubbed the industry's 30 under 30...

Gloucestershire Community Rail Partnership unveils new Pride Month map and pop-up exhibition

Celebrating the county's LGBTQIA+ community, Gloucestershire Community Rail Partnership is launching a new, illustrated transport...

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...

Two National Express coach services now calling at Cheltenham Transport Hub

National Express coach services 444 and 445 to London, Heathrow Airport and Hereford will now call at Cheltenham's Arle Court...

Hotel group behind The Greenway in Cheltenham named one of the best employers in UK hospitality

The luxury hotel group that owns Cheltenham's The Greenway Hotel has landed two prestigious accolades for being one of the best...

Cheltenham's Municipal Offices set to become luxury spa hotel

The preferred bidder to buy Cheltenham Borough Council's Municipal Offices has been revealed this May 2025 – with plans to convert...

Stroud District Council launches brand-new Cotswold Way walks on its free app

Three new Cotswold Way walks are being added to Stroud District Council's free walking trails app this May 2025, showcasing the...

Forest of Dean named one of England's top hidden gems

With summer staycation season fast approaching, outdoor experts have put together a list of hidden gem destinations in England –...

Gloucestershire hotel unveils new treatment that's trending on TikTok

Gloucestershire's five-star country house hotel, Ellenborough Park, is launching a luxurious new treatment that's become a TikTok...

Gloucester Food Dock helps city win Purple Flag for great night out

For the eighth year in a row, Gloucester has been awarded a Purple Flag for being a great night out, with Gloucester Food Dock and...

Discover the 17th-century village pub offering 'a true taste of the Cotswolds' this summer

With a new menu full of British classics with a sophisticated twist, as well as plenty of cosy nooks and outdoor dining spots, The...

Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 awards night photos

The official photos from the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 have landed. Relive all the action and see if you can spot...

Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 winners revealed

The results are in! Find out who has won a coveted trophy at the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025, in partnership with Pro...