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The Roses Theatre reveals its impressive new refurbishment

After receiving a £340,000 grant to refurbish its facilities and improve accessibility, The Roses Theatre reveals its new look,...

New luxury wellness and fitness studio opens in Cheltenham

Blending cutting-edge fitness techniques with holistic wellness, Alchemy 16 is a brand-new luxury fitness studio that's now open...

Cheltenham Literature Festival announces its free programme for 2023

With a packed programme of free events, visitors to Cheltenham Literature Festival have the chance to see big-name comedians, TV...

Hidcote hosts International Garden Photographer of the Year exhibition

One of the world's most respected photography competitions is coming to the Cotswolds for the first time this September 2023, with...

Brewery creates new beer to celebrate 150 years of Gloucester Rugby

As Gloucester Rugby celebrates 150 years since it was founded this August 2023, Gloucester Brewery is raising a glass to the club...

First look: Stylish new coffee bar and community space opening in Cheltenham

SoGlos was the first to step through the doors of the new Sorrel Stores ahead of its official opening this week — with...

Cotswold Wildlife Park welcomes two baby white rhinos in one week

Cotswold Wildlife Park is celebrating its annual Rhino Month with a huge milestone as it welcomes two baby white rhino calves —...

Director Ken Loach is hosting the UK premiere of his final film in Cheltenham

Ken Loach is coming to Cheltenham International Film Festival this September 2023, where the visionary British director is hosting...

Longborough Festival Opera appoints new non-executive director

A unique cultural event in the Cotswolds' annual calendar, Longborough Festival Opera has named Andrew Mosely as its newest...

Led Zeppelin legend comes to Gloucester this September

Rock legend and Led Zeppelin frontman, Robert Plant, is coming to Gloucester History Festival this September 2023, for an...

Gloucester is one of the UK's most written-about cities

With its rich history that has inspired a host of literary characters and locations, Gloucester has made the list of the Top 20...

Gloucestershire Road Safety Partnership introduces new designated driver badges

In a bid to reduce collisions in the county, the Gloucestershire Road Safety Partnership is introducing new badges for designated...

Former prime minister, comedy royalty and music legends on the bill at Cheltenham Literature Festival 2023

Cheltenham Literature Festival has announced the line-up for its 2023 event, featuring high-profile politicians like former prime...

The Everyman Theatre raises £15,000 to build nursery in Sierra Leone

Audiences at The Everyman Theatre have helped raise a brilliant £15,000 to go towards building a nursery in Sierra Leone, creating...

University of Gloucestershire's new City Campus in Gloucester is revealed

The University of Gloucestershire has unveiled the exterior of its new City Campus in Gloucester for the first time, showing its...

How Stroud Brewery is inspiring positive change in the community

With its taproom being at the heart of the community, Stroud Brewery does so much more than just brewing exceptional organic beer...

Gloucester Rugby celebrates 150th anniversary

Making their official debut in 1873, the Cherry and Whites are celebrating 150 years of Gloucester Rugby at Kingsholm, showcasing...

Gloucester photographer shortlisted for national award

The shortlist for the UK Picture Editors' Guild Awards 2023 has been revealed, with Gloucestershire-based photographer Paul...

New hot yoga studio opening in Cheltenham

Hotpod Yoga is opening its very first Gloucestershire venue this September 2023, as it brings its immersive heated vinyasa classes...

Cheltenham's historic rackets club uncovers its fascinating past

From producing Wimbledon champions to hosting an MBE investiture and avoiding closure thanks to its 'magic tap', East Glos Club...

Gloucester Cathedral announces new chief operating officer

The most senior non-ordained person at Gloucester Cathedral, Theo Platt has been announced as the new permanent chief operating...

Zwings e-scooters set to leave Gloucestershire – but what's next?

Zwings may be leaving Gloucestershire but a new provider has been announced by the County Council, continuing the e-scooters trial...

Former prime minister Theresa May is coming to Gloucester this autumn

Gloucester History Festival has announced that former UK prime minister, Theresa May, is taking part in its series of Blackfriars...

Stroud District Council is taking over Stratford Park Leisure Centre

Stroud District Council is taking back control of Stratford Park Leisure Centre from November 2024, in a move to 'ensure everyone...

Gloucestershire charity transforms 15 local school libraries

More than 3,000 primary school children in Gloucestershire now have access to new, inclusive books at school, thanks to...

An immersive new audio-visual experience is coming to the Forest of Dean

Experience 'The Secret Sounds of Trees' in the Forest of Dean, as a FREE new immersive audio-visual experience comes to...

University of Gloucestershire students win Gold at RHS Flower Show

Three students from the University of Gloucestershire, studying Landscape Architecture, have won Gold at the 2023 Royal...

Excavation work at Gloucester's City Campus uncovers a new archaeological discovery

The remains of an 18th century church have been uncovered for the first time by archaeologists working on the University of...

Gloucestershire student wins £8,000 national photography award

University of Gloucestershire student wins the Association of Photographers' 2023 Student Awards for atmospheric snaps of the...

Renowned artist Luke Jerram is bringing an immersive new art exhibition to Gloucester

Acclaimed international artist, Luke Jerram, has teamed up with the National Waterways Museum Gloucester for an immersive art...