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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...

Here's how you can feed the world's most popular penguin in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire animal lovers have the chance to get up close to the world's most popular penguin, as Birdland in...

Forest of Dean soft play centre offers wedding receptions with a difference

Dick Whittington Park in the Forest of Dean is inviting couples to celebrate their wedding reception in a whole new way, offering...

Kids go free at Westonbirt Arboretum this summer

Families can bag themselves a bargain this summer, with NO admission fees for children visiting Westonbirt, The National Arboretum...

Free health information sessions with Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital

If you've got concerns about your health and are wondering where to begin, Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital's free information...

Otters return to Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Say hello to Sam and Tilly, a pair of Asian small-clawed otters who have just moved into Slimbridge Wetland Centre.

The Gloucestershire financial planning firm that can help support the generations to come

Sitting down to plan for your children's and grandchildren's financial futures is something most parents think about at some...

150 new homes could be built on 300 space car park in Cheltenham

Plans for a multi-million-pound residential square of 150 new sustainable homes could transform North Place car park into a...

Helping Gloucestershire children to feel better by getting more active

Charity Active Gloucestershire is launching its 'Activity on Referral' scheme for a third year, supporting the mental health of...

First look: The Cowshed play barn at Cattle Country Farm Park

Could this be the BEST soft play centre in Gloucestershire? Featuring drop slides, a head-to-head race track and pedal go-karts...

Every Stagecoach West bus is now a safe space for women and girls in Gloucestershire

In a movement to protect those who feel threatened or intimidated while out and about, Stagecoach West joins shops and other...

Gloucester physics teacher inspiring girls in STEM receives honorary doctorate

Local manufacturing expert turned physics teacher receives an honorary doctorate for her significant contribution to promoting...

Costco set to open in Gloucester – with big name bargains on the way

Evesham property developer Chase Commercial has confirmed a new Costco is coming to Gloucester at the Centric Park site off...

Simon Cowell bids on gold rhino dropping in the Cotswolds

As part of a charity month raising funds for endangered rhinos, a wildlife park in the Cotswolds is holding an auction featuring...

Cotswold RAW is supporting the needs of older dogs with its tasty supplement range

Helping Gloucestershire dog owners to keep their four-legged friends happy and healthy in their twilight years, local pet food...

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...

How Gloucestershire schools can support school leavers

As the end of the academic year fast approaches, St Edward's Cheltenham is offering advice on how schools and parents across...

Brand-new doggy play park opens in the Forest of Dean

Got a playful pooch that needs to burn off some energy? Whitemead Forest Park in the Forest of Dean has just opened its brand-new...

Gloucestershire charity launches Crowdfunder to create a new music venue in the Forest of Dean

The Music Works is aiming to open a brand-new music venue and recording studio in Cinderford, with a new Crowdfunder campaign to...

Here's how you can get UNLIMITED sessions at Ninja Warrior UK Gloucester this summer

Great for kids of all ages, keep your ninjas active and entertained with UNLIMITED visits to Ninja Warrior UK Gloucester for the...

What's new at Gloucester Quays this summer

There's a whole host of exciting new things happening at Gloucester Quays this season, from summer sales and its famous food...

New innovative play area gives Hardwicke village a fresh lease of life

Gloucestershire-based Greenfields landscapers has transformed a bare stretch of grass in Hardwicke, on the edge of Gloucester,...

Gloucestershire recruitment company is helping major UK insurance firm with its new apprenticeship drive

A major UK firm with millions of customers has launched a drive for new apprentices — and it has sought out a Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire charity expands dementia care facilities in Cheltenham to meet growing demand

Royal Court care home in Cheltenham is opening a second specialist dementia wing, as Lilian Faithfull Care responds to growing...

Free places available at Everyman Theatre Summer School thanks to a very famous name

Funded by the Sir Ian McKellen bursaries, free and reduced price places are available for this year's Everyman Theatre's Summer...

New pregnancy support hub is opening in Cheltenham

A new community hub, run by Gloucestershire-based The Bump to Baby Chapter, is offering classes in everything from antenatal to...

Gloucestershire school named Education Project of the Year

A new school in Cheltenham has been named Education Project of the Year at a property awards night celebrating the very best...

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...

SGGLA 2023 awards night photos

What a night! See the photos from the sixth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, where we celebrated the very best of...

SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023 winners revealed

The wait is over! Find out who has won a coveted SGGLA at this year’s SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, proudly sponsored...