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There's still time to catch Brick History at the Museum of Gloucester this summer holiday

Stuck for summer holiday ideas? Don't miss the chance to see the Museum of Gloucester's Brick History Exhibition (LEGO®) before...

Gloucestershire's Olympic triumph — a guide to all the medals won by county athletes

As Team GB heads home after reaching 7th place on the overall medals table at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, SoGlos rounds up the...

Discover a dazzling new light show by Luxmuralis at Tewkesbury Abbey this October

'Space', created by Luxmuralis, is lighting up Tewkesbury's most iconic building this October 2024, taking visitors on an...

Gloucestershire rower brings home silver after edge-of-your-seat Olympic final

Team GB's Olympic rowing team sees success once again at Paris 2024, with Oliver Wynne-Griffith and Gloucestershire's Tom George...

Brand new history festival is coming to the Cotswolds this autumn

With topics ranging from the ancient world through to the 20th century, an all-new history festival featuring insightful talks...

Artist Luke Jerram's 7-metre suspended Mars sculpture is coming to Gloucester this autumn

Prepare for launch! Take a trip to see the red planet when it touches down on Earth this October 2024, with artist Luke Jerram...

Gloucestershire athletes help Team GB win first gold medal of 2024 Paris Olympics

Two athletes from Gloucestershire have helped Great Britain secure its first gold at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games — with the...

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...

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...