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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'We’re having fun with it and it shows on the plate' – Cotswolds restaurant welcomes new head chef

Popular Cirencester restaurant and cocktail bar Téatro is celebrating the arrival of its new head chef this April 2025, with the...
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The former apprentices breaking new ground with AccXel's progressive upskilling programme

The UK's first industry-led construction school, AccXel in the Forest of Dean, is celebrating the ambition of two of its former...
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Gloucestershire car parts manufacturer named the UK metal industry's company of the year

A Gloucester-based firm which manufactures vehicle structures for some of Europe's biggest car brands has been recognised for its...
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Brand-new jazz festival launches in Gloucester – with some top south west acts on the lineup

An all-new live music event is coming to one of Gloucester's best venues across three nights this May 2025 — the inaugural...
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The Forum in Gloucester named the south west's commercial property development of the year

The £107 million Forum development in Gloucester has been praised for its potential to attract new businesses to the city through...
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International law firm rewards 'top drawer' Cheltenham staff with senior promotions

The Cheltenham office of international private capital law firm, Charles Russell Speechlys, promotes two of its lawyers to partner...
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Multi-million-pound restoration of historic Gloucestershire canal network to feature on BBC Countryfile

Work to restore historic canals in Gloucestershire for the benefit of the community and wildlife will be celebrated in a special...
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Gloucester Cathedral appoints new chief operating officer and chapter steward

In the midst of 'exciting' projects to preserve its assets and architecture for future generations, Gloucester Cathedral announces...
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This Country star joins the Cirencester History Festival team

After an inaugural year sell-out which brought some of the UK's best-known historians to town, Cirencester History Festival is...
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Multi-million-pound Gloucester factory upgrade will 'secure the future' of the UK's favourite ice cream brands

The company which manufactures some of the UK's most popular ice creams in Gloucester — including brands like Magnum, Cornetto and...
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5 Gloucestershire businesses that have strengthened with senior appointments this March 2025

From the expansion of one of the county's largest accounting firms, to the new CEO heading up services for world-renowned sporting...
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Gloucester City Council to bring the management of car parks back in house

In a bid to 'make it easier' for shoppers visiting the city and to save taxpayers over £100,000 a year, key car parks in...
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Cheltenham Racecourse owner appoints new group chief executive

British horseracing's largest commercial organisation and owner of Cheltenham Racecourse, The Jockey Club, appoints an experienced...
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The Gloucestershire Family Bucket List

Discover 100 inspirational ways to make magical memories with your loved ones in Gloucestershire — carefully curated by SoGlos....
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How a Cheltenham construction specialist realised a designer's vision for a 'spectacular' luxury showroom

Combining its experience of high-end shop fits with its client's vision for a 'lavish' new showroom, Cheltenham-based Root...
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Gloucestershire-based international airline academy appoints new head of safety

US and UK airline training academy Skyborne, which has a base at Gloucestershire Airport, has appointed a new group head of safety...
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New CEO appointed to 'accelerate' growth for leading Gloucestershire events firm

A Gloucestershire company which provides services for world-renowned events like the FA Cup and Formula One appoints a new CEO...
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New retail director appointed to help 'shape the future' of Gloucestershire-based kitchenware brand

One of the UK's leading kitchenware brands, Gloucestershire-based ProCook, appoints a new director to oversee the company's retail...
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Stroud Brewery wins top sustainability award at the 'Oscars of beer'

Recognising its 'pioneering' approach to combining brewing and sustainability, Stroud Brewery has scooped a prestigious award at...
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How a Gloucester grammar school strikes a 'positive balance' between learning, extra-curricular and wellbeing

Encouraging students to achieve their academic goals whilst also pursuing extracurricular interests and personal development, The...
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New mentoring scheme launches to help established Gloucestershire businesses kickstart further growth

With the aim of helping established businesses in the county break down barriers to further growth, The Growth Hub Gloucestershire...
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7 reasons why local businesses should sign up for the Cheltenham Zero initiative

From saving money on your energy and fuel bills, to building your brand's reputation for sustainability, SoGlos looks at seven...
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200-year-old Cheltenham pub saved from being converted into homes

A Cheltenham pub which was threatened with closure after its owner submitted plans to turn it into homes has been protected for...
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New Forest of Dean restaurant and winery next door to 12th-century abbey is approved

Historic buildings at an 850-year-old farm in the Forest of Dean are set to be transformed into a foodie and wine-tasting...
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World-famous Red Arrows confirmed for The Royal International Air Tattoo 2025

One of the world's premier aerobatic display teams, the iconic Red Arrows, will leave Gloucestershire crowds awestruck once again...
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'We're now competing with the big boys' — the MD of a Cheltenham-based render provider on the rapid rise of his family business

Using their already extensive experience providing products for the construction industry, a Cheltenham father and son seized the...
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Councils back plans to create two new unitary authorities in Gloucestershire

Two of the county's district councils are backing a proposal from local MPs to create two new unitary councils in Gloucestershire,...
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Gloucestershire wealth management firm looks to the future with new name and branding

Having served clients in Gloucestershire and across the UK for more than 30 years, Close Brothers Asset Management is marking the...