Gloucestershire Culture interviews

Explore Gloucestershire Culture interviews conducted by the team of journalists at SoGlos - Gloucestershire's leading media brand.

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Meet the emergency foster carer who puts compassion first when supporting young people

Offering complete sanctuary and space for young people at her semi-rural home in the county, Jules, who has worked with...

Meet the chef championing sustainable Cotswolds cuisine at Burleigh Court

Passionate about using local ingredients to their full potential, head chef Shaun Jones from Burleigh Court Hotel speaks to SoGlos...

Meet the inspiring carer who confirms that 'there is a place for everybody in fostering'

With 14 years experience fostering teenagers, Linda, who has worked with Gloucestershire County Council Fostering throughout her...

Meet the mixed media artist at New Brewery Arts

In the fourth instalment of its meet the maker series, SoGlos chats to painter and mixed media artist, Tracey Elphick, about how...

Meet the stained glass artist at New Brewery Arts

In the third of New Brewery Arts's meet the maker series, SoGlos speaks to stained glass artist, Daniella Wilson-Dunne, about what...

Meet the director of The Sub Rooms with 40 years experience in the entertainment industry

SoGlos talks to the director of The Sub Rooms, Hugh Phillimore, about his impressive career spanning more than 40 years in the...

Meet the sustainable textile artist at New Brewery Arts

In the second of New Brewery Arts' meet the maker series, SoGlos chats to emerging textile artist, Sophie Bowen, about her craft,...

How to get your feet feeling fabulous for the Christmas party season

Tewkesbury-based Podiatry clinic, ProPodiatry, share how to get your feet feeling good in time for Christmas - from nail...

The best houseplants for your Gloucestershire home

From succulents and cacti to orchids and calathea, SoGlos talks to Glenn Satterthwaite from The Fairview Gardener to find out the...

Meet the ethical jewellery designer at New Brewery Arts

In the first of New Brewery Arts' meet the maker series, SoGlos speaks to jewellery designer, maker and tutor, Hayley Kruger,...

Gloucestershire couple to become the face of boutique Cotswolds hotel The Old Stocks Inn

Find out what the two competition winners are most looking forward to as part of their prize and how Instagram helps inspire days...

How Gloucestershire conservation projects are helping to protect trees from extinction

With one in three tree species threatened with extinction in the wild, Westonbirt, the National Arboretum is playing an important...

The most exciting sculptures to see and buy in Gloucestershire in 2022

Cotswold Sculpture Park reopens this April 2022 with over 200 sculptures on display – and SoGlos caught up with the park’s owners...

‘Ultimately, what I am interested in is the human stories and experiences behind these things’: Meet the new director of the Corinium Museum

SoGlos caught up with the new director of the Corinium Museum in Cirencester to find out what it’s like to run a venue of such...

How to turn your garden into an extension of your Gloucestershire home

With the sun making a gradual reappearance, it’s nearly time to get out in the garden again – and SoGlos caught up with Trioscape...

Why regular home security reviews are so important

Home security should never be taken for granted – and Gloucestershire-based Severnside Security shares why it’s so important to...

What to plant to help Gloucestershire’s wildlife this spring

With the days getting brighter and longer, fresh buds blooming and nature slowly coming back to life, SoGlos spoke to an expert...

‘It’s a real joy to be amongst people who are so creative’: Meet the CEO of New Brewery Arts

Ever wondered what it’s like to run an art gallery? SoGlos spoke to the CEO of New Brewery Arts in Cirencester to see what running...

Why staycations are here to stay: M5 Motorhome Hire expert insight

Having expanded its fleet during the pandemic, M5 Motorhome Hire says staycations are here to stay, thanks in part to some...

‘Working at Westonbirt Arboretum has been a life-changing experience’: Meet the trainee arborist at Westonbirt Arboretum

Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum is a charity which helps support the care of Westonbirt Arboretum, as well as offering paid...

‘It is a privilege to work here’: Meet the General Manager at the Queens Hotel

Cheltenham is full of incredible businesses with passionate people and teams behind them who love what they do – just like Erol...

'It's been an extraordinary year': Meet the managing director at Dunkertons Cider

Cheltenham has a wealth of incredible independent shops, bars, pubs and restaurants, with passionate business owners behind them...

Everything you need to know about dementia care at Edwardstow Court Care Centre

Edwardstow Court Care Centre in Stow-on-the-Wold has given an insight into dementia care and what families and residents can...

Practical ways to manage lockdown anxiety

The Isbourne shares some practical tips on how to manage anxiety during lockdown, whether you’re a key worker keeping...

Everything you need to know about care

Getting to the bottom of the different types of care available for a loved one or relative can be really overwhelming. Thankfully,...

How to dress for The Festival™ Presented by Magners

With just a few weeks to go until The Festival™ at Cheltenham Racecourse, it's the perfect time to find an outfit for the...

Oasis Events expert insight: How to make planning your next celebration less stressful

With so many aspects to planning a party, it can all get a bit stressful, especially if you’ve never done it before. SoGlos talks...

Smokey Joe’s expert insight: Tips for creating an unforgettable party

Discover brilliantly quirky top tips for throwing an unforgettable party as SoGlos speaks to Vickie Godding, the owner of...

Beards expert insight: how you can lease new life in to old jewellery

If you've got an old family heirloom or a piece of jewellery hanging around at your home, here's why remodelling it into something...

Oasis Events expert insight: How to plan the perfect Christmas party

Forget drab office parties and stale mince pies, Oasis Events has all the tips on how to plan the perfect Christmas party in this...