Zoe Gater

Originally from sunny Devon, Zoe graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of Gloucestershire, gaining experience as a sub-editor of an ezine; creating her own magazine; and writing for a number of publications and websites across the south west. Zoe joined the SoGlos team in 2021 and was recently promoted to staff writer.

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How Gloucestershire teenagers can manage social media pressures

Protecting teens' wellbeing online is crucial in today's digital age, so St Edward's School in Cheltenham is sharing some helpful...
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Gloucestershire County Council shows fostering is open to everyone

Aiming to break down some of the myths and misconceptions around fostering, GCC Fostering has launched its 'Storyteller' campaign,...
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15 lovely places for grandparents to take the kids in Gloucestershire

From meeting an iconic Iron Age dog and feeding cute four-legged farm friends to becoming a giant for the day at a unique model...
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Heathers the Musical at the Everyman Theatre

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Win a bundle of Kent and Stowe gardening tools from The Fairview Gardener

Ends Thursday 22 June 2023

Fancy creating the garden you've always dreamed of? SoGlos has teamed up with The Fairview Gardener in Gloucester to offer one...
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Longborough Festival Opera launches brand-new fine dining options

Attending Longborough Festival Opera this year? Don't miss out on a luxury dining experience with its brand-new collaboration with...
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Titanic The Musical at the Everyman Theatre

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Madagascar The Musical at the Everyman Theatre

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Win tickets to FOUR brilliant music events at The Sub Rooms

Ends Thursday 8 June 2023

Stroud's iconic entertainment hub, The Sub Rooms, has teamed up with SoGlos to give one lucky reader tickets to four of the...
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23 of the tastiest vegetarian roast dinners to try in Gloucestershire

Whether you’re a lifelong vegetarian or looking to experiment with more plant-based cuisine, enjoy a meat-free roast with SoGlos...
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42 places to host unforgettable children's birthday parties in Gloucestershire

With everything from amazing animal encounters to crafty fun, movie magic and more, SoGlos handpicks 42 places to host an...
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The Fairview Gardener reveals its brand-new department

Whether you’re getting the garden looking gorgeous or sprucing up indoors, find everything you need to make your home and garden...
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11 places to pick up house plants in Gloucestershire

From money trees to fluffy ferns, cacti to bonsai, SoGlos rounds up some of the best places to pick up house plants in the region.
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How young people in Gloucestershire can manage exam stress

With exam season on the horizon, St Edward's Cheltenham is encouraging schools and students across Gloucestershire to implement...
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Award-winning pet store set to open in Cirencester

Set to have tails wagging across the county, Cirencester will welcome a brand-new dog-only store this May — 'DOG' by the...
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Meet the head of service at Gloucestershire Council Fostering making a difference to children across the county

SoGlos talks to the head of service at Gloucestershire County Council Fostering, Tammy Wheatley, about how she has improved the...
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10 of the most exciting new openings in Gloucestershire this April

Satisfy your appetite for new eats, refresh your wardrobe and spruce up your home this April 2023, with SoGlos highlighting 10 of...
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Electronic duo and rapper headline Witcombe Festival's ten year anniversary line-up

Some big British music names will headline Witcombe Festival 2023 over the August bank holiday weekend. Here’s who is playing the...
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Guiting Music Festival

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9 ways Gloucestershire businesses can enhance employee wellbeing

From adding greenery and encouraging physical activity to introducing a four-day work week, SoGlos highlights some of the ways...
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Award-winning musical Hamilton coming to Bristol Hippodrome

One for musical fans across the county — see Lin-Manuel Miranda's multi-award-winning 'sell-out' production of Hamilton live on...
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The Wave Bristol announces plans for solar-powered surfing

Located just across the Gloucestershire border in Bristol, The Wave is introducing 'sunshine powered surfing' this summer 2023,...
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A new Filipino street food stall is launching at Dunkertons Cider

Renowned for its siopao bun and Filipino bao, Humble Kusina is taking a permanent residency at Dunkertons Cider in Cheltenham in...
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21 unmissable Gloucestershire festivals

A clear contender for festival county of the UK, Gloucestershire boasts an enviable collection of annual events – from world-class...
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New independent pizza café opening in Cheltenham

Cheltenham's foodie scene is about to gain another hot spot, when independent brand, Slice Bros, opens a brand-new venue on the...
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Unique Gloucestershire wedding venue wins gold at the South West Tourism Awards

Gloucester's historic cultural centre, Blackfriars Priory, has won gold at this year's South West Tourism Awards - being named...
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Cheltenham Paint Festival 2023 saved after incredible generosity

Since launching its crowdfunder just a few days ago, Cheltenham Paint Festival has now raised over £15,000 to run this year's...
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University of Gloucestershire celebrates the success of two flagship business projects

Start and Grow Enterprise and The Growth Hub, two key University of Gloucestershire business projects, recently shared some of...