Michelle Fyrne

Michelle co-founded SoPublishing in 2007, returning to her home county of Gloucestershire after living in London and the Middle East. She has worked as a journalist on titles including The Guardian, The Evening Standard and Time Out Dubai during her 20-year media career, and gained a postgraduate diploma from City University’s prestigious Journalism School.

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'Prevention really is better than cure' – Gloucestershire vets answer the biggest questions about pet vaccinations

As part of SoGlos's Ask the vets series, Cheltenham's Regency Vets answer Gloucestershire pet owners' biggest questions about...
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The Crypt School launches ambitious £6 million arts centre campaign – with significant early backing already secured

From purpose-built rehearsal spaces to a new community performance venue, The Crypt School has unveiled ambitious plans for a...
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Cheltenham-based global beauty business sells cult haircare brands to US owner of Right Guard

In a significant international deal, Cheltenham-based SLG Brands has agreed the sale of two haircare brands to US beauty business...
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First look inside Lardon at Elkstone Studios – bringing a taste of Europe to the Cotswolds

Bringing the flavours of San Sebastian, Tuscany and the South of France to the Cotswolds, SoGlos takes a first look inside Lardon...
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15 of the most trailblazing Gloucestershire entrepreneurs

From tech pioneers and manufacturing innovators to creative disruptors and fast-growing financial service founders, SoGlos...
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Everyman Theatre

Regent Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1HQ

Situated in the heart of Cheltenham, the Everyman Theatre is undoubtedly one of Gloucestershire’s finest entertainment venues,...
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From acne struggles to award-winning clinic – the inspiring story behind ProSkin Clinic & Health UK

From battling severe acne and personal loss to building a multi-award-winning clinic in Gloucester, founder Karina Thomas shares...
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Hiroshima, Anne Frank and the Cotswolds: Stuart Priest reflects on a remarkable 40 years at Batsford Arboretum

From nurturing trees descended from survivors of the Hiroshima A-bomb and Anne Frank's famous horse chestnut, to planting olives...
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Inside Cheltenham's newest laser hair removal studio: Smoothie Studios

With its personalised approach to treatment, Smoothie Studios is bringing a fresh take on laser hair removal to Cheltenham from...
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Senior manufacturing engineer role opens at Moog’s £50 million smart factory in Tewkesbury

From Formula 1 technology and flight control systems to advanced aerospace engineering, Moog has built a reputation for precision...
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Aerospace giant Moog expands Gloucestershire engineering team at £50 million smart factory

Moog is expanding its Gloucestershire operation with new engineering opportunities at its £50 million smart factory near...
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Quality engineer role launches at aerospace giant Moog in Tewkesbury

From ensuring aircraft systems meet the highest safety standards to supporting cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing, Moog is...
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rockwealth expands Cheltenham headquarters as £1 billion business grows nationwide

Gloucestershire-founded financial planning firm rockwealth has expanded its Cheltenham headquarters with key new appointments, as...
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Gloucester celebrates official opening of landmark £107m Forum development

Business leaders, civic figures and project partners gathered to celebrate the opening of Gloucester’s 'transformational' landmark...
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Season two of Jilly Cooper's Rivals launches on Disney+ with Gloucestershire film locations to spot

Jilly Cooper's steamy hit Rivals is set to return for a second season, launching on streaming platform Disney+ on 15 May 2026 –...
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‘Midlife isn’t a cliff edge – it’s a biological design window’: Inside Cheltenham’s pioneering longevity programme

From burnout and brain fog to sleep, stress and long-term performance, more people are questioning how well they’re really ageing....
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Final names for the Forest Live 2026 shows at Westonbirt Arboretum revealed

While the big headline names – including Fatboy Slim, Deacon Blue, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, Rick Astley and Richard Ashcroft –...
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17 dog-friendly attractions in the Cotswolds

From historic castles and beautiful parklands to steam train adventures and family-friendly mazes, discover 17 dog-friendly...
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Hidden inside Cheltenham’s No.131, Bar Tokyo brings cocktails and Japanese bites to a new intimate setting

Inspired by the late-night bars of the Japanese metropolis, the newly relaunched Bar Tokyo has opened inside No.131 – with...
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Franco Manca Cheltenham confirms closure date for Promenade restaurant

There is not long left to visit Franco Manca Cheltenham, with the Promenade pizza restaurant confirming it will be serving its...
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Acoustic solutions specialist opens showroom to help businesses create quieter, more productive workplaces

A new Cheltenham showroom is set to change how Gloucestershire businesses think about workspace design, as global manufacturer...
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Fresh food vending concept Tuckshop grows to 21 locations across the region

Gloucestershire start-up, Tuckshop, is transforming the humble vending machine into a destination for fresh, locally made food –...
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New countryside pub The Fox opens on the edge of Cheltenham

Opening July 2026, the former Koloshi site in Lower Dowdeswell has been transformed into The Fox and is now welcoming guests to...
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University of Gloucestershire unveils new £3 million dental school and NHS hub

A new dental school and NHS treatment hub have been confirmed for Gloucester city centre, boosting training, access to care and...