https://www.soglos.com Gloucestershire news, events, reviews, guides, competitions, offers, interviews, hot lists and more from SoGlos en The Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026 official photo gallery is here! Expertly captured by our official event photographer, Pedge Photography, relive the magic here... https://www.soglos.com/news/community/gloucestershire-lifestyle-and-community-awards-2026-official-photo-gallery/27141/ Tue, 26 May 2026 15:48:38 GMT A Cheltenham firm which aims to 'inspire businesses to become better' through its range of workplace-related services, Commercial, has been ranked one of the best places to work in the UK in 2026 by The Sunday Times. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/cheltenham-workplace-services-group-named-one-of-the-best-places-to-work-in-the-uk-by-the-sunday-times/27148/ Tue, 26 May 2026 15:43:21 GMT The revamped Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards returned to Pittville Pump Room in 2026 for a true celebration of the county's organisations, businesses and individuals making Gloucestershire such a special place to live, work and visit. https://www.soglos.com/video/gloucestershire-lifestyle-and-community-awards-2026-highlights-video/27128/ Tue, 26 May 2026 13:56:56 GMT Gloucester City Council has appointed an independent councillor as the city's first-ever Black mayor in the 768-year history of the role. https://www.soglos.com/news/community/gloucesters-first-ever-black-mayor-truly-honoured-to-serve-the-city/27139/ Tue, 26 May 2026 11:27:25 GMT Gloucestershire SMEs might assume that using a trusted platform like Microsoft 365 means they're automatically protected against cyber threats and data loss – SoGlos learns from the experts at System Force IT why businesses should be implementing extra layers to ensure security in 2026. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/stolen-passwords-phishing-emails-and-data-loss--how-secure-is-your-microsoft-365/26950/ Tue, 26 May 2026 10:31:29 GMT Big names from the world of cricket, hockey, lacrosse, football and rugby are coaching new Cotswolds sports camps from Wishford Education at Westonbirt School, this summer – and places are already filling up fast. https://www.soglos.com/feature/family/sports-performance-summer-holiday-camps-at-westonbirt-school-tetbury/27113/ Tue, 26 May 2026 09:58:01 GMT From Formula 1 technology and flight control systems to advanced aerospace engineering, Moog has built a reputation for precision innovation on a global scale – and now the engineering giant is recruiting a senior manufacturing engineer to join its cutting-edge Gloucestershire operation. https://www.soglos.com/featured-job/business/senior-manufacturing-engineer-role-opens-at-moogs-50-million-smart-factory-in-tewkesbury/27094/ Tue, 26 May 2026 09:40:00 GMT Moog is expanding its Gloucestershire operation with new engineering opportunities at its £50 million smart factory near Tewkesbury, recruiting quality and manufacturing specialists to support innovative aerospace programmes and future growth. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/aerospace-giant-moog-expands-gloucestershire-engineering-team-at-50-million-smart-factory/27093/ Tue, 26 May 2026 09:39:00 GMT From ensuring aircraft systems meet the highest safety standards to supporting cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing, Moog is recruiting quality engineers to join its growing Commercial Aircraft Group in Gloucestershire. https://www.soglos.com/featured-job/business/quality-engineer-role-launches-at-aerospace-giant-moog-in-tewkesbury/27092/ Tue, 26 May 2026 09:37:00 GMT A global aviation manufacturer that's headquartered in Gloucestershire, Ontic, appoints a new CEO this May 2026, as the company seeks to build on a period of sustained growth. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/gloucestershire-based-global-aerospace-firm-appoints-new-ceo-to-support-exciting-next-phase-of-growth/27133/ Tue, 26 May 2026 08:13:31 GMT A new immersive aviary has opened at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, designed to help visitors experience the calming sounds of wetlands while raising awareness of declining bird species. https://www.soglos.com/news/outdoors/new-soundscape-aviary-opens-at-wwt-slimbridge/27147/ Sat, 23 May 2026 15:04:44 GMT Much-loved mountain biking trails in the Forest of Dean have reopened in time for summer 2026, following major works to restore, maintain and improve one of the UK's most popular trail networks. https://www.soglos.com/news/outdoors/iconic-forest-of-dean-mountain-biking-trails-reopen-after-65000-improvements/27134/ Fri, 22 May 2026 16:16:59 GMT With its Cotswolds base currently being used by the United States Air Force, The Royal International Air Tattoo has announced the event will not be taking place in 2026. https://www.soglos.com/news/family/the-royal-international-air-tattoo-cancelled-for-2026-amid-us-operations-in-the-middle-east/27138/ Fri, 22 May 2026 12:32:39 GMT The winners of the first-ever Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards have been revealed! Here's who took home a trophy for 2026... https://www.soglos.com/news/community/winners-of-the-first-gloucestershire-lifestyle-and-community-awards-revealed/27074/ Thu, 21 May 2026 21:50:02 GMT With UK driving theory tests now requiring knowledge of CPR and how to use a defibrillator, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is giving people in Gloucestershire a chance to learn the basics on its lifesaving first aid courses. https://www.soglos.com/news/health-wellbeing/lifesaving-charity-invites-gloucestershire-drivers-to-learn-the-basics-of-cpr-and-defibrillators--with-questions-now-on-uk-driving-theory-tests/26783/ Thu, 21 May 2026 11:23:31 GMT One of a whole package of benefits of working for the global manufacturing equipment provider, SoGlos looks at how a career with Gloucester-based TBS Engineering provides skilled engineers and technicians the chance to travel the world – with jobs currently open to applications. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/how-skilled-engineers-in-gloucestershire-can-travel-the-world-with-tbs-engineering/26392/ Thu, 21 May 2026 10:53:33 GMT Citing the impacts of rising costs on independent businesses in the leisure and hospitality sector, Gloucester's obstacle-based indoor activity centre, Ultimate Warriors, has closed with immediate effect. https://www.soglos.com/news/family/gloucester-indoor-activity-centre-ultimate-warriors-has-closed/27132/ Thu, 21 May 2026 09:27:50 GMT The Royal Agricultural University has been given the go ahead to build the UK's first agricultural Innovation Village in Cirencester, which will serve as a global hub for developing sustainability solutions for the land-based sector. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/uks-first-agricultural-innovation-village-receives-planning-approval-in-the-cotswolds/27129/ Wed, 20 May 2026 16:00:24 GMT Sunday 14 June to Saturday 12 September 2026 - Gloucester Cathedral is unveiling its new organ at a special festival this summer 2026, featuring performances from internationally renowned musicians and a world premiere! https://www.soglos.com/event/culture/gloucester-cathedral-organ-festival/26676/ Wed, 20 May 2026 15:41:00 GMT Gloucestershire-founded financial planning firm rockwealth has expanded its Cheltenham headquarters with key new appointments, as demand for its client-focused approach drives national growth. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/rockwealth-expands-cheltenham-headquarters-as-1-billion-business-grows-nationwide/26849/ Wed, 20 May 2026 15:04:51 GMT Thursday 4 June to Thursday 3 September 2026 - One of Cheltenham's most popular grassroots comedy and music nights, Dom Joly's SpeakeaZy brings big-name mystery guests to The Steam & Whistle every month. https://www.soglos.com/event/entertainment/dom-jolys-speakeazy-at-the-steam-and-whistle-in-cheltenham/25412/ Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT Describing his election as 'the honour of my life', a new mayor of Cheltenham has been inaugurated this May 2026, while four local people have been honoured by the council for outstanding contribution to the community. https://www.soglos.com/news/community/cheltenham-welcomes-new-mayor-and-honours-local-people-for-outstanding-contribution-to-the-community/27127/ Wed, 20 May 2026 13:03:00 GMT Friday 26 to Sunday 28 June 2026 - Summer Jam 2026: The Lakefest Warmup brings top talent from the Lakefest lineup to The Brewery Quarter, with live music, street food and outdoor bars bringing festival vibes to Cheltenham town centre. https://www.soglos.com/event/entertainment/summer-jam-at-the-brewery-quarter/18240/ Wed, 20 May 2026 10:55:49 GMT Dainty finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and steaming pots of the finest blends await in SoGlos's round up of where to go for afternoon tea in Gloucestershire. https://www.soglos.com/hot-list/food-drink/places-to-go-for-afternoon-tea-in-gloucestershire/14730/ Wed, 20 May 2026 08:18:55 GMT Business leaders, civic figures and project partners gathered to celebrate the opening of Gloucester’s 'transformational' landmark £107 million Forum development – a major milestone in the city’s ambitious regeneration journey, this May 2026. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/gloucester-celebrates-official-opening-of-landmark-107m-forum-development/27124/ Tue, 19 May 2026 13:53:00 GMT Saturday 6 to Sunday 7 June 2026 - WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre is marking Pride Month with its very own Pride in Nature weekend, featuring story time with drag queens, rainbow scavenger hunts and Queer Ecology walks, celebrating how wonderfully diverse our natural world really is. https://www.soglos.com/event/family/pride-in-nature-at-wwt-slimbridge/25260/ Tue, 19 May 2026 12:05:00 GMT An experienced school leader and passionate cricketer who grew up locally, SoGlos talks to the new head of Cheltenham College, Chris Townsend, about everything from academic standards to the importance of sport, as he starts an 'invigorating' new chapter in his career. https://www.soglos.com/interview/family/the-progress-that-pupils-make-here-is-hugely-impressive--how-the-new-head-of-cheltenham-college-aims-to-build-on-its-strong-reputation/26703/ Tue, 19 May 2026 12:01:00 GMT Cheltenham street artist Dice67 is giving the Cavendish House building a fresh new look for spring, with his latest large format paintings being created on the prominent building on The Promenade in May 2026. https://www.soglos.com/news/culture/cheltenham-paint-festival-organiser-gives-cavendish-house-frontage-a-new-street-art-look/27122/ Mon, 18 May 2026 16:19:52 GMT With an increasing focus on clicks, conversions and real-time reporting, it can be easy to view advertising success through a purely short-term lens. But, while performance metrics remain important, they are only one part of how effective marketing works. SoGlos explores why trust, familiarity and consistent visibility still play a valuable role in influencing customer decisions – particularly at a local level. https://www.soglos.com/insight/partner-with-soglos/why-click-through-rates-dont-always-tell-the-full-story-in-local-advertising/27111/ Mon, 18 May 2026 12:32:26 GMT An innovative new bespoke trophy design has been revealed for the Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards and Gloucestershire Business Awards 2026, in conjunction with leading local engineering firm, Forge Motorsport. https://www.soglos.com/news/soglos-reveals-brand-new-2026-trophy-design-for-gloucestershires-two-leading-awards/26906/ Mon, 18 May 2026 10:58:38 GMT Stroudwater Navigation Archive Charity is launching a new Ghosthunters trail this May 2026 – the first trail on Stroud District Council's free walking trails app to use audio to create a truly immersive experience. https://www.soglos.com/news/outdoors/stroud-district-council-launches-free-ghosthunters-walking-trail/26611/ Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT Tewkesbury's Cotswolds Designer Outlet has announced the arrival of Sunglass Hut, with the retail destination now nearing full occupancy less than a year after opening. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/cotswolds-designer-outlet-welcomes-sunglass-hut-as-scheme-nears-full-occupancy/27119/ Sat, 16 May 2026 12:23:04 GMT Gloucestershire-headquartered Freemans Event Partners has appointed former West Ham United executive Tara Warren as its new chief executive officer, with the live events business aiming to double turnover over the next five years. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/freemans-event-partners-appoints-new-ceo-as-gloucestershire-firm-targets-major-growth/27118/ Sat, 16 May 2026 11:49:19 GMT From its 'teach to the top' approach in the classroom, to its network of academic and pastoral support structures outside of it, SoGlos sits down with the head of The Crypt School in Gloucester, Nick Dyer, to find out how the school helps its students to flourish academically, with a view to each student getting the best possible start onto their chosen career pathway. https://www.soglos.com/interview/family/our-success-is-founded-on-our-inclusive-and-supportive-school-culture--how-the-crypt-school-guides-its-students-to-academic-excellence/26262/ Fri, 15 May 2026 14:34:53 GMT Jilly Cooper's steamy hit Rivals is set to return for a second season, launching on streaming platform Disney+ on 15 May 2026 – with Gloucestershire film locations to spot. https://www.soglos.com/news/entertainment/disney-plus-premiere-season-two-of-jilly-coopers-rivals-gloucestershire/24557/ Fri, 15 May 2026 11:25:00 GMT Wednesday 24 to Thursday 25 June 2026 - Prospective families have the chance to find out more about Gloucester's only outstanding Ofsted rated grammar school, when The Crypt School hosts its Main School open mornings this summer 2026. https://www.soglos.com/event/family/main-school-open-mornings-at-the-crypt-school/20006/ Fri, 15 May 2026 10:07:37 GMT A hands-on role that involves frequent international travel, Gloucester company TBS Engineering seeks a skilled service technician to provide technical support and training to its customers overseas – with a great package of benefits on offer. https://www.soglos.com/featured-job/business/gloucester-manufacturing-equipment-provider-recruiting-technically-skilled-engineer-to-support-customers-around-the-world/26386/ Thu, 14 May 2026 16:44:01 GMT Residents will see a long-awaited new leisure and community centre in the Forest of Dean taking shape in the coming months, with the construction of its first phase now underway. https://www.soglos.com/news/community/construction-finally-underway-on-11-million-forest-of-dean-leisure-and-community-centre/27114/ Thu, 14 May 2026 16:38:07 GMT Muse Brasserie has brought its blend of French culinary flair and Indian flavours to Gloucester Quays – with the second Gloucestershire restaurant now officially opened, this May 2026. https://www.soglos.com/news/food-drink/muse-brasserie-opening-new-gloucester-restaurant/26831/ Thu, 14 May 2026 12:37:00 GMT From burnout and brain fog to sleep, stress and long-term performance, more people are questioning how well they’re really ageing. SoGlos speaks to Second Prime founder Claire Richardson about the unique, science-backed, longevity programme launching in Cheltenham that helps people take control of their future health – before problems arise. https://www.soglos.com/interview/health-wellbeing/inside-cheltenhams-pioneering-longevity-programme-second-prime-with-claire-richardson/26837/ Wed, 13 May 2026 14:28:35 GMT While the big headline names – including Fatboy Slim, Deacon Blue, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, Rick Astley and Richard Ashcroft – have been known for some time, the support acts for the Forest Live 2026 concerts at Westonbirt Arboretum have now also been revealed. https://www.soglos.com/news/entertainment/final-names-for-the-forest-live-2026-shows-at-westonbirt-arboretum-revealed/26854/ Wed, 13 May 2026 14:22:35 GMT Turning clients' grand plans into an atmospheric space that really works for their home, SoGlos sits down with David Herbert, founder of Cheltenham's Lansdown Kitchens & Bathrooms, to find out how working with a designer helps Gloucestershire homeowners create their dream bathrooms. https://www.soglos.com/interview/property-interiors/the-key-is-translating-your-ideas-into-something-that-works-practically--how-working-with-a-designer-can-make-your-dream-bathroom-a-reality/25540/ Wed, 13 May 2026 14:17:59 GMT Describing The Robins as 'a club on the up', an experienced football commercial manager joins Cheltenham Town FC as its new managing director, this May 2026. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/cheltenham-town-fc-appoints-new-managing-director-to-help-drive-the-club-forward/27110/ Wed, 13 May 2026 13:19:19 GMT With plans for a new Coleford KFC restaurant officially approved this May 2026, the Forest of Dean will be getting its first fast food franchise drive-thru – with the divisive news splitting opinion 'straight down the middle' and likely to be unwelcomed by some locals. https://www.soglos.com/news/business/coleford-kfc-forest-of-dean-first-fast-food-drive-thru/27107/ Wed, 13 May 2026 11:38:33 GMT From historic castles and beautiful parklands to steam train adventures and family-friendly mazes, discover 17 dog-friendly attractions in the Cotswolds guaranteed to get tails wagging. https://www.soglos.com/hot-list/outdoors/dog-friendly-attractions-in-the-cotswolds/12754/ Wed, 13 May 2026 09:29:41 GMT