Gloucestershire County Council elects its first ever female leader

Gloucestershire County Council elects its first ever female leader

For the first time in its 136-year history, Gloucestershire County Council has a female leader – following the election of Lisa Spivey by her fellow councillors, this May 2025.

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Cheltenham's Municipal Offices set to become luxury spa hotel

Cheltenham's Municipal Offices set to become luxury spa hotel

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15 best things to do with kids in Cheltenham

New owner of Gloucestershire Airport set to be revealed soon

New owner of Gloucestershire Airport set to be revealed soon

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Gloucestershire County Council elects its first ever female leader

Gloucestershire County Council elects its first ever female leader

Gloucestershire hospital trials virtual reality ‘escape’ for long stay patients

Gloucestershire hospital trials virtual reality ‘escape’ for long stay patients

Everyone welcome at Brickhampton Court's revamped alfresco area

Everyone welcome at Brickhampton Court's revamped alfresco area

Cheltenham's Municipal Offices set to become luxury spa hotel

Cheltenham's Municipal Offices set to become luxury spa hotel

Award win for Nailsworth garden designer at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

Award win for Nailsworth garden designer at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

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

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

Here's when Gloucestershire fans can see the new Women's Rugby World Cup trophy on its tour of the UK

Here's when Gloucestershire fans can see the new Women's Rugby World Cup trophy on its tour of the UK

The CheeseWorks reveals opening date for new wine bar and kitchen in Cheltenham

The CheeseWorks reveals opening date for new wine bar and kitchen in Cheltenham

New managing director and deputy take the reins at WSP Solicitors

New managing director and deputy take the reins at WSP Solicitors

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

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

New owner of Gloucestershire Airport set to be revealed soon

New owner of Gloucestershire Airport set to be revealed soon

Cheltenham marketing agency launches second series of 'demystifying' cyber and tech podcast

Cheltenham marketing agency launches second series of 'demystifying' cyber and tech podcast

How buying a ticket to the world's biggest airshow helps inspire young people to fulfil their STEM potential

How buying a ticket to the world's biggest airshow helps inspire young people to fulfil their STEM potential

Registration for Gloucestershire's grammar school entry test is now open

Registration for Gloucestershire's grammar school entry test is now open

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The Music of Carole King and Friends at Ingleside House

The Music of Carole King and Friends at Ingleside House

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Moomin ABC at The Museum of Gloucester

Vegetarian Fortnight at Brasserie Blanc Cheltenham

Vegetarian Fortnight at Brasserie Blanc Cheltenham

The Wildlife Art Society International Annual Exhibition 2025

The Wildlife Art Society International Annual Exhibition 2025

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Music in Country Churches at St Andrew's in Chedworth

May half term at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

May half term at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Cheltenham Cider Festival 2025

Cheltenham Cider Festival 2025

Eastnor Steam and Vintage 2025

Eastnor Steam and Vintage 2025

Knights’ Tournament at Berkeley Castle

Knights’ Tournament at Berkeley Castle

South West Wrestling Sundaes at Leisure at Cheltenham

South West Wrestling Sundaes at Leisure at Cheltenham

Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling 2025

Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling 2025

Longborough Festival Opera's 2025 Ring Cycle screenings at the Cidermill Theatre

Longborough Festival Opera's 2025 Ring Cycle screenings at the Cidermill Theatre

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Tetbury Woolsack Races 2025

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Cheltenham Fringe Festival 2025 at Cheltenham Playhouse

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'Animal encounters spark emotion and that inspires action' – a day in the life of a living collections manager at WWT Slimbridge

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Here's why being cyber resilient is essential for Gloucestershire businesses in the current AI climate

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'Where legends begin' – one of Gloucestershire's best-loved attractions shares exciting refurbishment plans

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16 best picnic spots in Gloucestershire

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16 of the sweetest wedding readings from children's books

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19 places to go for afternoon tea in Gloucestershire

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13 reasons to visit The Royal International Air Tattoo this summer

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15 best outdoor wedding venues in Gloucestershire

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15 best riverside pubs in Gloucestershire

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5 ways families can avoid inheritance disputes

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7 reasons families will have a blast at Big Feastival this summer

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8 Cotswold garden wedding venues for an unforgettable celebration

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24 best beer gardens in Gloucestershire