Jake Chown

Jake joined the SoGlos team in February 2024 as an experienced staff writer, following four years working as a reporter for Tindle Newspapers and The Forester.

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First phase of major Stroudwater 13 development completed with sale of £3.7 million industrial unit

A key part of Stonehouse's new commercial property development, Stroudwater 13, has been sold to a private investor this February...
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Cheltenham-based marketing specialist expands with new group account director

An award-winning email marketing agency which provides solutions for nationally recognised brands continues to expand its scope...
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New event series to offer actionable growth support to Gloucestershire businesses

A new forum backed by more than 20 local organisations has been set up to support the growth of Gloucestershire businesses across...
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Businesses aim to raise £40 million to regenerate Cheltenham using exclusively local talent

Cheltenham property businesses are joining forces to drive 'luxurious' residential development in the town using exclusively local...
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£1.75 billion project will bring nearly 300 additional trains through Cheltenham every week

Rail passengers who regularly travel between Cheltenham and Birmingham will benefit from a hugely expanded timetable — with an...
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New chief executive appointed at Gloucestershire County Council

The chief executive of a south west unitary council with experience of leadership at regional level transfers to Gloucestershire...
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Innovative Gloucestershire clean energy firm to create first demonstrator plant in Stroud countryside

A Gloucester company that aims to radically innovate the energy sector by turning plant-based material — including waste plastics...
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7 best reasons to move to the Cotswolds

Whether it’s a first-time buy, a family home or a forever home you’re looking for, SoGlos shares the best reasons to move to the...
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Lineup for biggest ever Underground Festival in Gloucester is revealed

Gloucester Guildhall's Underground Festival is back and bigger than ever before this March 2025, with some of the UK's best new...
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Cotswold Airport appoints Heathrow safety head to its board of directors

An experienced aviation safety expert is appointed to the board of directors at Cotswold Airport this February 2025, with a view...
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Lifesaving Gloucestershire charity awarded for its 'outstanding' workplace culture

One of Gloucestershire's lifesaving air ambulance services, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, has been recognised for the...
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New chair appointed to bring 'fresh perspective' to Gloucester BID

With a view to providing better value for money and getting local businesses more involved in its projects, Gloucester BID has...
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Former Gloucester Rugby player appointed as club commercial sales director

Already a familiar name to Cherry and Whites fans, former Gloucester Rugby player and successful businessman James Forrester is...
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Forest of Dean photographer wins national award for all-action Gloucester-Hartpury portfolio

A photographer from the Forest of Dean lands a prestigious national award in 2025, for his work capturing the grit and...
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Discover the urban electric runaround that's stacked with cutting-edge tech

Pairing heaps of innovative tech with stylish, vintage-modern design, SoGlos's EV of the month for February 2025, the Honda e...
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'Sport fosters a strong work ethic, encourages healthy lifestyle choices and boosts engagement in school'

From encouraging a healthy lifestyle to developing leadership skills and learning how to manage stress, SoGlos sits down with the...
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9 easy ways to save money heating your home

From insulating pipes and mastering thermostat controls, to upgrading to a modern, more efficient system, SoGlos shares nine easy...
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From making moonshine to supplying Silverstone — how a sustainable distillery is brewing success with The Growth Hub

Utilising salvaged materials and solar power, Gloucestershire firm The Boutique Distillery is built on a sustainability ethos —...
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Cheltenham businessman appointed to board of global marketing advisory firm

Fresh from being named 'one to watch' at a prestigious UK business awards in 2024, Cheltenham entrepreneur Oliver Bruce joins a...
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PRB Systems

Montis Court, Bouncers Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 5JW

The exclusive UK provider of one of Europe's leading construction brands, Cheltenham-based company PRB Systems supplies high-end...
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6 Gloucestershire businesses bringing new talent on board in January 2025

New year, new team members — SoGlos rounds up six senior business hires in Gloucestershire this January 2025, from a celebrity...
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University of Gloucestershire graduates shortlisted for Royal Television Society Awards

Continuing the University of Gloucestershire's strong track record of winning filmmaking awards, 19 recent graduates have made the...
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Gloucestershire CEO features alongside famous names as guest on top business podcast

Following in the footsteps of business leaders he admires, the founder and CEO of Cotswolds workwear firm, Penguin Uniform,...
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Tewkesbury Borough Council cancels its name change due to ongoing devolution talks

Having previously voted to change its name to better reflect its communities, Tewkesbury Borough Council has cancelled the rebrand...
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10 of the best grassroots live music venues in Gloucestershire

Whether it's getting a glimpse of the 'next big thing', discovering something new or supporting artists from your hometown, SoGlos...
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Cheltenham-based video production firm wins prestigious Global Recognition Award

A family-run Cheltenham company has been named one of the world's best for producing engaging promotional video content — winning...
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International law firm appoints Cheltenham-based senior planning and infrastructure consultant

A renowned international law firm specialising in private capital appoints a new Cheltenham-based senior consultant to bolster its...