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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How a Gloucester grammar school encourages personal development — and helps pupils find something they love doing

In addition to striving for academic excellence, The Crypt School in Gloucester encourages all of its students — from Year 7 to...
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Gloucester-based nutrition specialist partners with the UK's leading professional cycling team

A global sports nutrition brand based in Gloucester — which supplies products to some of the world's biggest clubs and athletes —...
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Restructure will unlock funding to further 'enhance the vitality' of Cheltenham — chief executive of Cheltenham BID

A planned restructure of Cheltenham BID will free up funding for further town enhancements that will 'directly benefit...
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Family-owned Cheltenham firm reveals milestone partnership with Gloucester Rugby

The Cheltenham-based UK partner of an industry-leading French construction brand is teaming up with Gloucester Rugby in 2025, to...
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Hundreds sign petition to save historic Cheltenham pub from being converted into homes

A campaign to see a 200-year-old pub in Cheltenham saved from being turned into homes is gathering support from the local...
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Leading Cheltenham law firm strengthens with four new partner appointments

Four new faces are announced as partners at leading Cheltenham law firm Willans LLP this January 2025, with a view to building on...
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Gloucester-based international web hosting firm becomes first tenant at £107 million Forum development

Gloucester-based internet service and hosting provider, Fasthosts, officially opened its new offices at The Forum this January...
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11 ways to add lasting value to your Gloucestershire home

Whether you're looking to sell your home, or simply want to make the most of your living space, with one eye on your next move,...
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New CEO appointed at Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park

Having played a pivotal role in the growth and development of one of Gloucestershire's best known family attractions, the general...
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Everything you need to know about the restructuring of Gloucestershire's local government

With the announcement that the UK government intends to reform how local councils are structured in England, SoGlos looks at the...
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4 Cotswold garden wedding venues for a stunning celebration

SoGlos handpicks four of the most stunning Cotswold garden venues for your wedding day, whether you are hoping for pretty florals...
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The rare electric seven seater that's got all the space you'll need — whatever your cargo

With seats for the whole family and then some, or space to fit an impressive amount of cargo — or a bit of both — SoGlos's EV of...
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Open auditions for UK tour of hit Friends musical are being held in Gloucestershire

Ever fancied yourself as a Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey or Phoebe — or maybe even a Gunther? Would-be stars of the stage...
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Plan for natural outdoor swimming pool in Gloucestershire is revealed

A project to create a natural outdoor swimming pool in the Stroud countryside — complete with a geothermal section that would be...
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Council granted extension to build £9 million Forest of Dean community and leisure centre

Forest of Dean District Council has been granted an extension to spend millions of pounds awarded by the UK government to build a...
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Leading Gloucestershire construction firm appoints new directors to ensure 'enduring success'

Family-owned Gloucestershire construction firm E G Carter & Co marks its 80th year in business by announcing the appointments of...
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Gloucestershire charity founder awarded OBE in 2025 New Year Honours List

The founder and CEO of a leading Gloucestershire-based charity that works to tackle violence against women and girls has been...
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Councils will consider 'what's in it for Gloucestershire' when making decisions on reorganisation

Gloucestershire councils say they will 'carefully' consider the detail of the government's devolution plans before deciding...
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'It's encouraging to see how dynamic our business community is' — Dev Chakraborty reacts to the SoGlos Top 100

As 2024 draws to a close, SoGlos sits down with Dev Chakraborty, head of The Growth Hub Gloucestershire, to get his reaction to...
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4 key business appointments in Gloucestershire in December 2024

Take a break from the festivities and recline with a mulled wine while unwrapping SoGlos' final business appointments roundup of...
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Cinderford construction leader appointed to national green skills advisory board

A joint managing director of the UK's first industry-led construction school, AccXel in Cinderford, has been appointed to a new...
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Cheltenham business coach appointed director of content and 'edutainment' for leading UK franchise group

A Cheltenham business coach with leading professional training franchise, ActionCOACH UK, is vowing to help more businesses...
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How The Growth Hub is helping one of Gloucestershire's longest running sports clubs reach net zero

From recycling tennis balls and planting for wildlife, to making the switch to using energy-efficient floodlights, SoGlos chats to...
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Gloucester named one of the cheapest places in the UK to celebrate this New Year's Eve

Still considering options for an affordable night out this New Year's Eve? Locals need look no further, with Gloucester ranking as...
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Root Construction

Freedom House, Rutherford Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 9TU

Cheltenham-based Root Construction is a local specialist builder serving Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds. Its team of more than...
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Name change for borough council in Gloucestershire delayed until 2025

The renaming of a Gloucestershire council to better represent communities and spur economic growth has been delayed this December...