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Gloucestershire university launches foundation degree to fill skills gap in equine management

A shortage of skilled people in the equine management industry has prompted a Gloucestershire university to launch a brand-new...

Forest of Dean attraction hosts free family fun day where you can meet The Gruffalo

Head to Beechenhurst visitor centre in the Forest of Dean for the chance to meet Julia Donaldson's most famous creation, The...

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...

Help for private landlords to make their Gloucestershire rentals more energy efficient

Private landlords in Gloucestershire can get in-person home surveys and practical advice on how to make their rental properties...

Gloucestershire charity introduces new initiative for people with young onset dementia

Gloucestershire-based charity, Lilian Faithfull Care, is adapting and expanding its dementia care services in the county,...

Children's dream job up for grabs at Bristol Zoo Project

Calling all mini explorers! Bristol Zoo Project is looking for testers for its brand-new multi-level adventure playground — and...

Here's how you can play crazy golf for just £5 in Cheltenham this summer

Mr Mulligans at Cheltenham's Brewery Quarter is offering rounds of crazy golf for just £5 this June 2024, releasing 100 rounds...

Cotswolds country show returns for 35th anniversary with its best line-up yet

This summer sees the return of the popular Cotswold Show and Food Festival, bringing one of its best line-ups so far, with...

Set sail for a fun family day out on the water at Gloucester Docks

Bob along to National Waterways Museum Gloucester for a Father's Day treat to remember this June 2024, or just sit back and relax...

Cheltenham ice rink returns for Christmas 2024

Get your skates on! Cheltenham's spectacular ice rink is returning to Imperial Gardens this November 2024, headlining the Regency...

Exclusive first look: Tweedy's Massive Circus

From a time-travelling portaloo to a dinosaur on silks and a world-first high wire act, Tweedy's Massive Circus packs a whole lot...

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...

Cheltenham mum's campaign to change the law on social media goes to parliament

A Cheltenham mum's petition to change the law on access to children's social media accounts will now be debated in parliament,...

The comfortable and efficient EV that's fit for families and adventure seekers

Kicking off SoGlos' new EV of the month series, in partnership with Cheltenham-based specialist Cleevely EV, is an efficient...

Brand-new festival debuts in the Cotswolds this summer

Adding even more musical family fun to the summer festival calendar, Cotswold Fest is a brand-new event featuring loads of live...

Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024 awards night photos

The photos from the spectacular seventh annual Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards are here! See if you can spot yourself from the...

Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024 winners revealed

The results are in! Find out who has won a coveted trophy at the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024, in partnership with Pro...

Here's how you can get free dog treats in Cirencester over the May bank holiday

Family-owned pet brand, 'DOG' by Just for Pets, is celebrating its first birthday in Cirencester by offering four-legged customers...

Here's what you can win in the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards Golden Ticket Giveaway

Guests attending this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards have the opportunity to win one of three epic prize bundles,...

Gloucestershire County Council partners with Fostering South West to support potential carers

Hoping to support more children in the care system and increase fostering numbers, GCC Fostering has partnered with Fostering...

New skate park and pump track coming to Bishop's Cleeve

Bishop's Cleeve will soon get its own skate park and pump track, as plans are submitted to Tewkesbury Borough Council for approval...

How one Gloucestershire school plans to mitigate 'unfair' school fee increases if Labour wins election

With The Labour Party planning to introduce VAT on independent school fees if it wins the next general election, The King's School...

Gloucestershire charity announces UK's first equine-facilitated sensory room for SEND children

Gloucestershire charity, Horses for Wellbeing, is planning to open a sensory room designed specifically for children with special...

Free e-scooter rides for voters in Cheltenham and Gloucester

Voters in Cheltenham and Gloucester can claim free rides to and from their local polling station this Thursday 2 May 2024 from...

Ninja Warrior UK Gloucester is offering schools a brilliant package for students to test out their ninja skills

School kids can run wild at Ninja Warrior UK Gloucester with its brilliant packages tailored to students — fully supervised by the...

Free professional training opportunities announced for school leavers

Finishing school this summer and wondering which direction to go in next? Gloucestershire HR company, Brave is presenting a unique...

Hartpury College praised for 'strong contribution' to skills needs in 'Outstanding' Ofsted report

Gloucester's Hartpury College retained its 'Outstanding' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection, with inspectors praising its...

Finalists revealed for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024

SoGlos readers have cast their votes to determine the finalists for this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards — with only a few...

Cheltenham's sought-after new school rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted

It fast became a top choice among Cheltenham families after opening in 2021 and now The High School Leckhampton has received the...

Cheltenham Ladies' College bursary applications are closing soon

The Beale Awards bursary scheme from the world-renowned Cheltenham Ladies' College is open for applications, offering up to 100...