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Tweedy’s back for more mischief as Everyman Theatre reveals its Cinderella lineup
Glass slippers, outrageous sisters and a new leading lady – Cinderella comes to Cheltenham’s Everyman Theatre for its 2026...
Rare Roman ‘curse tablets’ on display in Cirencester for the first time
Lead sheets inscribed by Romans intended to curse their enemies are going on show as part of Cirencester History Festival from...
Cheltenham museum’s transformed wing – shaped by locals’ views – reopens with a week of free events
Described as an 'exciting moment' for culture in Cheltenham, The Wilson reopens its transformed museum wing this October 2026 –...
Bereaved Gloucestershire mum and social media activist wins Pride of Britain Award
Ellen Roome MBE is the winner of a Pride of Britain Special Recognition Award, alongside Ian Russell and Esther Ghey, in...
University of Gloucestershire puts Cheltenham campus on the market
Cheltenham's historic university campus, Francis Close Hall, is up for sale – but the University of Gloucestershire insists it is...
Council confirms there'll be no ice rink in Cheltenham this Christmas
The popular ice rink held annually in Cheltenham's Imperial Gardens will not return for Christmas 2026. Here's what's happening...
Visit Slimbridge Wetland Centre for free on its 80th birthday
Gloucestershire families and wildlife enthusiasts can visit Slimbridge Wetland Centre near Stroud for free this November 2026, to...
Work begins on all-new fitness facilities at Gloucester leisure centre as part of £8 million investment
A major upgrade of Gloucester's GL1 Leisure Centre – including a brand-new gym and play features for kids – is officially underway...
Gloucestershire College is building the next generation of manufacturing talent with UWE Bristol
Gloucestershire College's new Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship with UWE Bristol has been developed in direct response...
David Gandy creates special new bow tie for senior dogs
Model, fashion designer and University of Gloucestershire alumni, David Gandy, has teamed up with a pet insurer to create a...
Gloucestershire College expands computing courses for September 2026 as digital skills demand grows
Applications are open until Wednesday 30 September 2026 for computing courses at Gloucestershire College, giving students the...
Cotswolds countryside celebration will return in 2027 following this year's 'roaring success'
Featuring thrilling entertainment, top-class eventing, a premium livestock showing and so much more, the return of Moreton Show...
The Roses Theatre tells audiences to 'expect more chaos and fun than ever before' from this year's panto
Tewkesbury's beloved theatre is pulling out all the stops for its 2026 pantomime, promising a more chaotic and fun show than...
Lilian Faithfull Care reflects on 80 years of improving lives for older people in Gloucestershire
Charity Lilian Faithfull Care has been supporting and caring for older people in Gloucestershire since 1946. As it turns 80 years...
Gloucestershire holiday operator makes pledge to absorb airline fuel surcharges permanent
With rising fuel costs and global shortages continuing to make headlines, Cheltenham-based, tailor-made tour operator, Holiday...
'It’s a celebration, in memory of people who have died, but full of joy' – walk under the stars for Sue Ryder this autumn
Gloucestershire residents are being encouraged to trek through the evening in the memory of someone special, taking part in the...
Gloucestershire College unveils plans for £4.5 million construction centre
With a view to tackling the county's skills priorities and providing more post-16 education places, Gloucestershire College...
Hartpury College celebrates first-ever T Level results
Hartpury College near Gloucester is celebrating its first-ever set of T Level results, as students achieve an impressive pass...
How Gloucester Cathedral is changing young people's lives through singing
Gloucester Cathedral is giving passionate Gloucestershire singers aged four to 13 years-old a rare opportunity to join its...
Cheltenham Literature Festival reveals 2026 lineup
From Celebrity Traitors to national treasures, Cheltenham Literature Festival has revealed its lineup for 2026 – SoGlos handpicks...
Gloucester Rugby hosts free open day to launch new season with chance to meet the players
Gloucester Rugby is throwing open the doors to Kingsholm Stadium for a free community event this August 2026, giving fans the...
Hartpury University is one of the UK's best for postgraduate experience
Gloucestershire's Hartpury University has been ranked one of the UK's top universities for postgraduate experience in the latest...
Gloucestershire College appoints director of digital and technologies to lead new high-level skills programme
Following its prestigious designation as a UK Technical Excellence College, Gloucestershire College appoints a new director to...
Gloucester Quays roller disco closes
RollerXpress at Gloucester Quays hangs up its skates this July 2026, as the popular roller disco venue closes its doors.
Gloucestershire mum wins landmark High Court battle for fresh inquest into son's death
Gloucestershire mum and social media safety campaigner, Ellen Roome, has achieved what's being described as 'a British legal...
Explore the city's hidden history at Gloucester Festival of Archaeology
Uncovering the fascinating hidden history beneath the city's streets, Gloucester Festival of Archaeology is back this July 2026,...
Gloucestershire independent prep school welcomes new headteacher
With the all-through school set for an exciting change to its pupils' educational journey from next year, Wycliffe College has...
University of Gloucestershire ranks among UK's best for graduate outcomes
A national survey that identifies the number of university graduates progressing into employment or further study has seen the...
The Crypt School launches ambitious £6 million arts centre campaign – with significant early backing already secured
From purpose-built rehearsal spaces to a new community performance venue, The Crypt School has unveiled ambitious plans for a...
