Beyond the border

A feed of SoGlos articles tagged with Beyond the border.

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Gloucestershire restaurants win new Michelin Stars – with two new Bib Gourmands for the county too

Gloucestershire’s best restaurants have gained fresh recognition in the 2026 Michelin Guide, with two venues earning Michelin...
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RHS Malvern Spring Festival reveals exciting new attractions

Two brand-new features make their debut at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival this May 2026, showing off the most creative,...
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Gloucestershire independent schools guide

Discover some of the very best independent schools in Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds and the surrounding area, in SoGlos’s...
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Welsh rugby legend to lead Gloucestershire IT firm's expansion into South Wales

Cheltenham IT provider Emerge Digital announces the appointment of a Wales and British & Irish Lions rugby legend this January...
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14 peaceful places to do yoga in Gloucestershire

If you're on the lookout for a mindful new class to try, SoGlos rounds up some of the best places to do yoga in Gloucestershire...
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From the orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall to headmaster – the head of Dean Close St John’s shares his journey

When a friend suggested that professional musician Tom Rainer became a teacher, after a period of ill health, it led to the...
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13 best Christmas markets you can get to by bus from Gloucestershire

With artisan decorations, handmade gifts and festive food and drink aplenty, make your Christmas shopping a magical experience...
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6 magical Christmas light trails in Gloucestershire

Marvel at the magic of Gloucestershire's best Christmas light trails, with new illuminated displays to discover at some of the...
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9 best hot chocolates in the Cotswolds

Satisfy your sweet tooth with SoGlos's pick of must-try hot chocolates in the Cotswolds, serving up all the cosy vibes with...
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Anonymous donor promises £22,000 pledge match for Gloucestershire air ambulance charity's new fundraising scheme aimed at businesses

Great Western Air Ambulance Charity has launched a new fundraising initiative, asking Gloucestershire businesses for support in...
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10 spooky attractions you can get to by bus from Gloucestershire

As Halloween approaches, there's no better time to steep yourself in supernatural folklore with a trip to some of the oldest – and...
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Raymond Blanc: 'What guests want is changing and we're evolving to cater for that'

Celebrated chef Raymond Blanc is full of energy and a fresh vision for his restaurants and Le Manoir, just over the border in...
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Six Guinness World Records smashed for super-sized vegetables at Malvern Autumn Show 2025

It's the annual competition where size really does matter – in fact, enormously! This September 2025, the fiercely competitive...
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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...
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£600 million medieval theme park could be built near the Cotswolds

A medieval-inspired theme park could soon be coming to Oxfordshire, as plans are submitted for a £600 million development in...
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'I have this mantra: work hard, play hard and look after each other' – meet the new head of King's Worcester

As he officially takes up his role this September 2025, SoGlos gets to know the new head of leading independent schools...
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Community group launches new hourly bus service between Gloucestershire and Herefordshire

Rural residents, including commuters and students can once again count on regular buses between north-west Gloucestershire and...
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Kardashians take the Cotswolds for summer vacation

Global TV and social media star Kourtney Kardashian Barker was spotted exploring the Cotswolds this weekend, posting 13 snaps of...
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Gloucestershire summer holidays guide

Find the very best days out and family things to do in SoGlos's Gloucestershire summer holidays guide 2025.
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7 best independent day schools within a 30-minute drive from Gloucestershire

Families considering a private education for their children can look beyond county lines with SoGlos's pick of independent day...
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Bristol's The Wave reopens with new owners after shock short-term closure

The south west's only inland surfing lake, The Wave, is reopening after suddenly closing at the end of June – and it's officially...
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Confetti Flower Field announces its summer opening dates

Cameras at the ready! The famous Confetti Flower Field in the Cotswolds will be bursting with colour again this summer — with its...
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12 unique things to do in the Cotswolds

It's known for its honey-hued villages and rolling hills, but the Cotswolds offers so much more than sightseeing. From distillery...
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Empowering boys with strong role models — Why Malvern St James girls' school is becoming co-educational

For its entire 132-year history, Malvern St James has only ever taught girls. Now, the Worcestershire independent school is moving...