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New Brewery Arts saved from closure by community

Cirencester's New Brewery Arts has been saved from imminent closure thanks to the generosity of the community.

Find out how this time next year you could be a foster carer

A year from now, your home could be a child's safe haven – and Gloucestershire County Council is calling on caring and...

Everything you need to know about the new Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026

Celebrating not only the very best of the county's lifestyle sector, but the support and generosity of our communities too, the...

Antiques Roadshow vintage watch expert is hosting a pop-up valuation in Cheltenham

Internationally renowned watch expert and Antiques Roadshow regular Ben Wright is inviting people to have their vintage watches...

The King's School Gloucester announces dates for its next Chorister Voice Trials

Aspiring singers are invited to The King's School Gloucester's Chorister Voice Trials this March 2026, giving girls and boys the...

Sudeley Castle's Lady Ashcombe honoured with global lifetime achievement award for women in business

Recognising a legacy that goes beyond the world of business, Elizabeth, Lady Ashcombe of Sudeley Castle and Gardens has been...

Cheltenham Festivals finishes its 80th year on a high

After setting out on an ambitious mission at the beginning of its milestone 80th year, Cheltenham Festivals is celebrating...

Tweedy and Bridget Christie receive honours from University of Gloucestershire

The University of Gloucestershie has honoured Tweedy the Clown and multi-award-winning comedian Bridget Christie at its graduation...

'This theatre has really been made by the community': The Roses Theatre marks 50th birthday with brand-new exhibition

Marking its 50th birthday with a celebration of its place at the heart of the community, The Roses Theatre unveils its new...

Cirencester's Barn Theatre is opening its doors to visiting companies in 2026

Marking 'a new chapter', the Barn Theatre in Cirencester is opening its doors – and its stage – to visiting companies in 2026.

Cheltenham Racecourse appoints jockey Rachael Blackmore 'head of Ladies Day'

In a bid to encourage more women to come racing, Cheltenham Racecourse has appointed Cheltenham Gold Cup-winner Rachael Blackmore...

Luxury Cotswolds manor hotel announces seasonal selection of exclusive supper club events

14th-century manor house and hotel, Hyll, is celebrating the new season with a brand-new programme of events including supper...

Tewkesbury Abbey appoints new chief operating officer

Tewkesbury Abbey has appointed a new COO this October 2025, with Will Jones joining the team at the historic attraction later this...

Cheltenham Literature Festival has record-breaking year at box office

With over 100,000 tickets sold, Cheltenham Literature Festival has had a record-breaking year in 2025, 'reaffirming the enduring...

World's fastest fighter jets to soar across Gloucestershire skies during next year's Royal International Air Tattoo

After drawing a record crowd of aviation fans to the Cotswolds this year, The Royal International Air Tattoo is set to deliver...

David Beckham: 'Living in the Cotswolds has brought me peace'

In a guest editorship of Country Life magazine, former footballer David Beckham shares his reflections on how having a weekend...

How Gloucestershire County Council is putting young people first

Thinking of fostering? Gloucestershire County Council's fostering service is transparent, ethical and entirely focused on outcomes...

Cheltenham welcomes new award-winning independent lifestyle store

Loft & Spires launches its first Gloucestershire store, offering Cheltenham shoppers the chance to browse for thoughtful gifts,...

International bestselling author Jojo Moyes pays touching tribute to the late Jilly Cooper at Cheltenham Literature Festival 2025

Standing ovations, celebrity stories and heartfelt tributes have defined the 2025 Cheltenham Literature Festival, with Jojo Moyes...

Cheltenham theatre appoints new manager

Much-loved community theatre, Cheltenham Playhouse, has appointed a new manager this October 2025, as Miles Leven joins the team.

'It would be naive to think that our own local communities would not be impacted', says CEO of Cheltenham Racecourse on betting tax rises

Rumours of a betting tax rise in the Autumn Budget are gathering pace – and industry leaders warn it could hit British...

Cotswold Wildlife Park becomes the only zoological collection in the UK to breed 'critically endangered' lemurs in 2025

Not only has 2025 been a record-breaking year for visitor numbers at Cotswold Wildlife Park but it has also been the most...

Iconic Gloucestershire author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88

Best known for her racy novels and chart-topping Netflix series Rivals, Gloucestershire-based author Dame Jilly Cooper has died at...

Daisy May Cooper 'coming home' to Cirencester for exclusive Halloween screening of new TV series

Joining her brother and festival ambassador Charlie to talk about their new supernatural BBC series, comedian and 'local legend'...

Hartpury graduate leads England team to Rugby World Cup victory

The Red Roses emerge triumphant at the Rugby World Cup 2025, beating their Canadian opponents at Twickenham Stadium at the final...

Exclusive first look: GolfQube brings high-tech indoor golfing to Cheltenham

Gloucestershire's golfing scene is getting a major upgrade. Opening Friday 26 September 2025 at Kingsditch Retail Park, GolfQube...

New park and ride service launches for Royal International Air Tattoo 2026

Visitors to the annual aviation showcase will no longer have to sit in traffic to get to Fairford thanks to the event's new park...

Gloucester History Festival attracts biggest-ever audience

Attracting over 16,000 visitors to the city, Gloucester History Festival 2025 had its highest audience numbers ever at this year's...

Everyman Theatre launches £1 million Grove Street Appeal to refurbish new creative arts hub

Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre is aiming to raise £1 million in its new fundraising appeal, to turn an existing facility on Grove...

How to see world-class talent and international racket tournaments in Gloucestershire

You don't need to head to Wimbledon to see some world-class racket sport talent, with plenty of ace tournaments in Gloucestershire...