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Much-loved local charity pop-up opens at Cavendish House

Cheltenham Animal Shelter's new pop-up opens at Cavendish House this July 2024, helping raise vital funds to support the animals...

New city-wide art trail is coming to Gloucester this summer

An array of artworks crafted by members of Gloucester's thriving creative community will be displayed across the city this summer...

Date announced for legendary Cheltenham diamond hunt — with 22 hidden gems to find

After a five-year hiatus, the fabled Beards Diamond Rush scavenger hunt across Cheltenham is back, with a bumper haul of no less...

Gloucestershire athletes to cheer on at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Four athletes from Gloucestershire are heading to Paris to compete in the 2024 Olympic Games, representing the county on the...

New giant community mural is being painted in Gloucester

A colourful mural made up of individual bricks hand-painted by the local community is being created in Gloucester in 2024, as part...

Gloucestershire school women's rowing team wins at Henley Royal Regatta

Ending the academic year on a huge sporting high, an independent Gloucestershire school women's rowing team has won the Diamond...

Gloucester Cathedral receives £1 million to refurbish its organ

The historic 17th century organ at Gloucester Cathedral is a step closer to being refurbished, as The Julia Rausing Trust donates...

£10,000 grants available for artists, musicians and cultural events in Gloucester

With the aim of celebrating the 'unique identity' of Gloucester, not-for-profit groups and individuals are being invited to apply...

Gloucestershire firm is helping to uncover the secrets of Stonehenge

Gloucestershire engineering giant, Renishaw, is helping a team of scientists uncover the origins of Stonehenge through its unique...

Gloucestershire teenager to race at Silverstone for British Grand Prix

Following in the footsteps of Lando Norris and George Russell, Cheltenham's Formula 2 star, Zak O'Sullivan, is gearing up to race...

Confetti Flower Field announces its summer opening dates

Cameras at the ready! The famous Confetti Flower Field in the Cotswolds will be bursting with colour again this summer — with its...

Painswick Rococo Garden reveals summer entertainment for all ages

Experience alfresco opera, see a Game of Thrones star and discover a magical family trail featuring fairies and wishing trees at...

How you can secure your seat for the UEFA Euro 2024 at Cheltenham's Roxy Lanes

It's game on at Roxy Lanes and to celebrate this summer’s main footballing event, Cheltenham's home of ‘booze and ball games’ will...

Exclusive first look: Cheltenham's 'avant-garde' private members club the Good Times House opens for business

Cheltenham private members club, the Good Times House, has undergone years of renovation and significant investment — with an air...

Gloucestershire music charity receives national funding to support new talent in the county

The Music Works Gloucestershire announces that it's been selected as one of 73 organisations across the UK to receive funding...

Historic Cotswolds venue named Bridgerton season three's most Instagrammable filming location

Arguably one of the Cotswolds' most popular tourist attractions, Blenheim Palace has been crowned Bridgerton season three's most...

Activist pressure ends partnership between Cheltenham Festivals and one of its biggest sponsors

Cheltenham Festivals will no longer be receiving funding from a major corporate sponsor after eight years amid pressure from...

KIBOU launches exciting foodie adventure with new Passport to Japan campaign

From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the seaside city of Kagoshima, KIBOU takes your taste buds on a food and drink adventure...

SGS College offers free course for adult learners — with exciting day trips included

Over 60s in Gloucestershire can now apply for South Gloucestershire and Stroud College's Discover programme, offering free courses...

The Queen announces patronage of Gloucestershire charity

Queen Camilla continues to support one of Gloucestershire's best-loved attractions as royal patron for the Friends of Westonbirt...

Care home pays tribute to Cheltenham D-Day veteran

Cheltenham care home, Astell House, is paying tribute to one of its residents who served in the RAF on D-Day, as the country marks...

David Beckham embraces Cotswolds country living as he takes on ambassador role for The King

The iconic footballer teams up with The King to highlight charity education programmes and efforts to ensure young people have...

Gloucester Quays celebrates turning 15 with a weekend of discounts

Gloucester Quays is celebrating its 15th birthday this May 2024, with free entertainment to enjoy and stores across the centre...

Gloucestershire teenager wins first Formula 2 race in Monaco

After winning the backing of Gloucestershire businesses to fund his promotion to Formula 2, teenage driver Zak O'Sullivan takes an...

Cheltenham Festivals gears up for a summer of culture

Cheltenham's worldwide reputation as 'The Festival Town' is thanks, in no small part, to the incredible events hosted by...

Cavendish House in Cheltenham reopens — with a food court coming soon

Nearly 30 pop-up stalls are set up and open for business, as Cavendish House in Cheltenham reopens its doors to the public after...

Join a secret navigational car rally through the Cotswolds — with a pit stop at Jeremy Clarkson's brewery

Discover the best of the Cotswolds on four wheels — including TV star Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Brewery — by joining a unique...

Gloucestershire photographer marks 40-year career with new book showcasing the county

Photographer Paul Nicholls has covered breaking news stories across Gloucestershire for more than 40 years. In his first book,...

Gloucestershire graduate selected to represent Great Britain at international sports competition

Team GB has selected a University of Gloucestershire graduate to compete at the 2024 Europe Triathlon Multisport Championships,...

Cheltenham Festivals appoints new artistic director

Cheltenham Music Festival has a new artistic director, as Cheltenham Festivals announces Jack Bazalgette is heading up the event...