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Nicola Bird appointed as new chair for Forest Economic Partnership

The Forest Economic Partnership announces the appointment of its new chair and says it's 'looking forward to a new chapter.'

South west is the best region in England for business sustainability

The south west is the third best place in the UK and the best region in England for business sustainability, according to a new...

Nick Gazzard OBE steps down as Hollie Gazzard Trust appoints new CEO

After 11 years serving as chief executive officer of the Hollie Gazzard Trust, charity founder Nick Gazzard OBE is passing the...

Two Gloucestershire attractions feature in new documentary about the 'worst king of England'

A new documentary about King Edward II, also dubbed the 'worst king of England', arrives on streaming service History Hit – with...

Cheltenham independent cafe closes with immediate effect

Located on Cheltenham's Regent Street, independent artisan coffee house, The Find, announces its closure with immediate effect,...

False fire alarms cost the UK economy over £1 billion each year – here's how Gloucestershire businesses can help

Each year in the UK, false fire alarms cost the economy more than £1 billion – a staggering figure that reflects not just...

Entries open for Gloucestershire Business Awards 2025

The fifth annual Gloucestershire Business Awards are officially open for entries, giving county businesses from innovative...

A435 closes for three months as Bishop's Cleeve cycle path gets underway

With a lengthy road closure in both directions now in force until September 2025 – and a partial one until the end of October 2025...

Cheltenham Music Festival ticket sales return to pre-Covid levels

Cheltenham Festivals reveals that this year's Cheltenham Music Festival has returned to pre-Covid levels of ticket sales, ahead of...

Gloucestershire Community Rail Partnership unveils new Pride Month map and pop-up exhibition

Celebrating the county's LGBTQIA+ community, Gloucestershire Community Rail Partnership is launching a new, illustrated transport...

Rural businesses and community groups in Stroud invited to apply for share of £120,000 fund

Businesses and community organisations in rural parts of Stroud are being invited to apply for up to £20,000 in grant funding for...

Tickets are flying for this year’s Royal International Air Tattoo – here’s what to expect when you visit

With attractions for all, better-than-ever hospitality and all-new aircraft and flying displays, it's no surprise that tickets for...

Plans to build a £2.5 billion 'dormitory town' for almost 9,000 people near Cheltenham are approved

A new 'town' with more than 4,000 homes, a business park, schools and community facilities is set to be built next to the M5 near...

Coming soon – The SoGlos Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire 2025

SoGlos is gearing up to reveal the Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire for 2025 — meticulously curated by SoGlos's journalists,...

Two National Express coach services now calling at Cheltenham Transport Hub

National Express coach services 444 and 445 to London, Heathrow Airport and Hereford will now call at Cheltenham's Arle Court...

Award-winning wildlife TV star launches new podcast live from Cheltenham Science Festival

Wildlife explorer and TV broadcaster Steve Backshall is exclusively launching his brand-new podcast at Cheltenham Science Festival...

Everything you need to know about the Gloucestershire Business Awards 2025

Returning for the fifth year in 2025, the leading Gloucestershire Business Awards are back! SoGlos is thrilled to reveal the high...

New South Asian street food restaurant opens in Cheltenham

A new restaurant and takeaway inspired by the 'bustling' food stalls of Bangladesh, Pakistan and India, Tuk Tuk Express, arrives...

Cheltenham's Holst Victorian House celebrates 50th year with special exhibition

Holst Victorian House in Cheltenham is hosting a special exhibition to celebrate its 50th year – and it's asking the community to...

Hotel group behind The Greenway in Cheltenham named one of the best employers in UK hospitality

The luxury hotel group that owns Cheltenham's The Greenway Hotel has landed two prestigious accolades for being one of the best...

New accessible path at Woodchester Park near Stroud

The National Trust has unveiled a new accessible walking route at Woodchester Park near Stroud, linking Tinkley Gate to the park...

University of Gloucestershire announces £2 million investment in Cheltenham campus

The University of Gloucestershire is unveiling plans to invest £2 million in its Park Campus in Cheltenham at its Creative Arts...

Forest of Dean businesses can win £1,000 prize through new awards celebrating 'local business excellence'

Businesses in the Forest of Dean have just one week left to apply for an inaugural awards which aims to celebrate business...

Cheltenham Playhouse launches final fundraising push

Cheltenham's historic Playhouse theatre is urging the community to help save it from closure, as it pushes to raise £80,000 in its...

High profile Gloucester-based events firm strengthens senior team with 'top talent'

With a view to accelerating its growth in the UK and abroad, Gloucester-based company, Freemans Event Partners makes two further...

New mayor and sheriff of Gloucester appointed by city council

Gloucester has a new mayor this May 2025, as Hollywood award-winner and AI prompt engineer, Ashley Bowkett, steps up to the role,...

Gloucester Quays Food Festival reveals star-studded lineup for 2025

Food fans can get up-close to their favourite celebrity chefs and Great British Bake Off stars for free at this year's Gloucester...

Get hands-on with creepy crawlies and learn all about beekeeping this May half term

For kids who love all things creepy and crawly, Cotswold Farm Park is hosting Bee Wild Week this May half term 2025, with the...

Gloucestershire County Council elects its first ever female leader

For the first time in its 136-year history, Gloucestershire County Council has a female leader – following the election of Lisa...

Gloucestershire hospital trials virtual reality ‘escape’ for long stay patients

Gloucestershire hospital chiefs recognise that spending long periods of time in hospital can be challenging for patients – to...