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Here's how you can watch the Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final matches near Gloucestershire for the first time

Catch rugby's biggest stars on home turf this September as the Women's Rugby World Cup comes to stadiums across the UK, not just...

Stunning lunar installation comes to Tewkesbury Abbey this autumn

'Museum of the Moon' returns to Gloucestershire in 2025, as Tewkesbury Abbey hosts the spectacular seven-metre art installation,...

Opening date revealed for Gloucester Library's brand-new facilities at University of Gloucestershire City Campus

Following its move to the brand-new university City Campus, Gloucester Library's brand-new facilities are set to start welcoming...

Cheltenham Literature Festival announces free programme for 2025

Bringing literature to as many people as possible, Cheltenham Literature Festival has announced over 100 free events as part of...

See Monty Python star celebrate 50 years of Holy Grail at Cheltenham International Film Festival

The 50th anniversary screening featuring a newly restored version of the Monty Python classic, Holy Grail is the blockbuster...

Gloucestershire's infamous Cheese Rolling is immortalised in new online game

Tumble to victory without the risk of injury with the launch of a new Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling game on Steam, allowing...

Don't miss seeing Thursday Murder Club star Celia Imrie in Gloucester

Tickets are still available to see legendary British actress and Thursday Murder Club star, Celie Imrie, at Gloucester History...

Gloucester community theatre reopens after huge refurbishment

Gloucester's 'last remaining theatre' reopens this August 2025, after the community rallied around the venue to complete an...

Katherines go free at Sudeley Castle this September

To celebrate the legacy of the only woman to survive her marriage to King Henry VIII, Sudeley Castle is offering free entry to all...

Gloucestershire dog and owner duo win big at international agility festival

A Lydney labrador and her owner are heading for the Kennel Club International Agility Festival final for the second year in a row,...

Cheltenham Literature Festival announces 2025 lineup

Cheltenham Literature Festival's lineup has officially landed, with over 400 events packed into the 10-day event this October...

Historic Cotswolds garden to host its first major sculpture exhibition with 200 pieces of spectacular art

Grade I listed Hidcote, near Broadway, is hosting 200 sculptures this September 2025. Inspired by nature and gardens, the...

TV legends, bestselling authors and international experts coming to the Cotswolds for Cirencester History Festival

From leading commentators on world affairs, to an icon of British broadcasting and the writer who led the discovery of a lost...

Cheltenham Literature Festival relaunches The Big Read after 10-year break

Cheltenham Literature Festival is bringing back The Big Read ahead of this year's event, distributing free books to find and pass...

Gloucester Cathedral collaborates with Gloucester Brewery to launch new beer

Honouring the centuries-old tradition of monasteries brewing their own beer, Gloucester Cathedral has released its very own...

Cheltenham Music Festival doubles audience in 80th year

In its milestone 80th year, Cheltenham Music Festival has doubled its audience, with twice as many people attending this year's...

Gloucester Cathedral announces 'powerful' light and sound installation coming this autumn

Sharing a 'powerful' message of peace and hope, Gloucester Cathedral is hosting an immersive light and sound exhibition from...

Why the Hartpury Horse Trials 2025 is a great day out for the whole family

Prepare for five unmissable days of world-class equestrian sport and tonnes of family fun at the NAF Five Star International...

The Crown and Eastenders actors to star in stage adaptation of The Talented Mr Ripley in Cheltenham

Bringing Patricia Highsmith's iconic thriller to life on stage at Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre, two well-known British TV actors...

Exclusive: Everyman Theatre to open new centre for creativity in Cheltenham

Taking over a former community centre just off Cheltenham's lower high street, the Everyman Theatre is set to open its new...

Gloucester Cathedral completes five-year conservation project

A five-year project to repair the exterior of Gloucester Cathedral is finished, marking 'an important chapter' in the ongoing...

Sudeley Castle launches brand-new annual pass

Offering unlimited visits throughout its opening season, Sudeley Castle and Gardens in the Cotswolds is launching a brand-new...

Former Bath and England player appointed head of performance rugby at Hartpury University and College

Further enhancing its position as 'a leader' in rugby education and development, Hartpury University and College appoints former...

Forest Green Rovers appoints Welsh football legend as new manager

The world's greenest football club has a new manager, as Forest Green Rovers appoints former professional footballer and pundit,...

Optimising IT champions sustainability in sport with Forest Green Rovers partnership

Gloucester-based IT provider, Optimising IT, has announced that it is partnering up with the greenest football club in the world,...

Dame Judi Dench champions Cheltenham Festivals with special 80th birthday wishes

Stars of the stage, screen, page and the world of science are wishing Cheltenham Festivals a happy 80th birthday, including...

David Beckham celebrates life in the Cotswolds as he takes on guest editorship of Country Life

Ever since his move to the countryside, David Beckham has shared his love of nature and the Cotswolds on his social media feed....

Gloucester Cathedral tower reopens for tours – with spectacular views of the city from brand-new roof deck

Access to one of Gloucester’s most breathtaking viewpoints has reopened this June 2025 – with 269 steps to reach to the top.

UK's largest flag football tournament coming to Gloucestershire

Here's your chance to see a brand-new Olympic sport being played in Gloucestershire this summer, as the UK's largest flag football...

Gloucestershire front of house manager wins top hospitality award – previously won by Marco Pierre White

A member of Gloucestershire's buzzing hospitality sector scoops a prestigious Acorn Award, also dubbed the industry's 30 under 30...