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One of the Cotswolds' wackiest traditions is getting a new BFI-funded documentary

One of the Cotswolds' wackiest traditions is getting a new BFI-funded documentary

Documenting one of Gloucestershire's wackiest traditions, a new film funded by the BFI tells the story of a Cheltenham man and his journey to win the Cotswold Olimpick Games world shin kicking title for the third time.

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Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

Cheltenham Literature Festival guest curator pulls out over Times sponsorship

Cheltenham Literature Festival guest curator pulls out over Times sponsorship

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9 National Trust properties to visit in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

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One of the Cotswolds' wackiest traditions is getting a new BFI-funded documentary

One of the Cotswolds' wackiest traditions is getting a new BFI-funded documentary

Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

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Cheltenham Literature Festival guest curator pulls out over Times sponsorship

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