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Snowdrop season is coming to Batsford Arboretum
Brave the cold for a winter walk amongst the snowdrops as Batsford Arboretum bursts into bloom — with thousands of the pretty...
Herd of cattle introduced to Cotswolds hotel for new conservation project
Part of its new rewilding project, Calcot and Spa is introducing a herd of Belted Galloway cattle to its grounds, allowing the...
Cheltenham women's cricket team headed to Premier League in 2024
A successful season in 2023 has seen the Cheltenham women's cricket team earn a place in the West of England Premier League for...
Cheltenham lido given green makeover in £20,000 upgrade
With energy prices at an all-time high, many leisure facilities are facing challenging times. To help combat this, Sandford Parks...
Gloucestershire pensioners qualify for European Ice Swimming Championships
After finding love in the water, Sallie Cheung, 69, and Jonathan Coe, 71, have both qualified for the European Ice Swimming...
Mysterious Iron Age burial site uncovered near Cheltenham
Archaeologists working on the A417 Missing Link scheme near Cheltenham have discovered a largely intact ceremonial Iron Age...
Gloucester Brewery signs new partnership with Gloucester City AFC
Gloucester City AFC fans can raise a pint of Gloucester Brewery's award-winning craft beer at matches from Boxing Day 2023, as the...
The Cotswolds could become a National Park
The government has revealed that England is getting a new National Park, as part of its plans to boost Britain's access to nature...
Sue Ryder announced as charity partner for new Gloucester Half Marathon and 10k in 2024
Entries are now open for the brand-new Gloucester Half Marathon and 10k, challenging people across the county to lace up their...
Bewick's swans make late arrival at Slimbridge Wetland Centre
The latest arrival since 1965, the Bewick's swans have finally made their way back to Slimbridge Wetland Centre near Stroud, where...
Find out where Gloucestershire's 'unicorn' parkrun is held every week — just don't expect to get a place
Have you ever heard of the 'unicorn' parkrun which takes place near Wotton-under-Edge every Saturday? Despite requests from...
Gloucestershire destinations named in top 30 for prettiest autumn walks in the UK
A national newspaper names the Forest of Dean and Cotswold Farm Park in its list of the UK's 30 prettiest autumn walks.
How businesses can boost trade and make Gloucestershire greener
Gloucestershire County Council is partnering with Trees for Streets and the Woodland Trust to make it easier for businesses to...
New woodland wellbeing trail launches at Symonds Yat
Take a mindful walk through the woodland at Symonds Yat Rock, as Forestry England unveils a new, self-led trail to encourage...
Cheltenham Racecourse announces new fashion partner
Gloucestershire's homegrown luxury clothing brand, Holland Cooper, is the official fashion partner for Cheltenham Racecourse's...
Westonbirt Arboretum unveils new autumn trails to encourage wellbeing through creativity
With a brand-new wellbeing trail, free family activities and one of the country's most spectacular displays of autumn colour,...
Cheltenham Racecourse launches 'cosy Cotswold pub' for the new racing season
Expect Scotch eggs, wooden beams and a cosy Cotswold pub feel at The Mandarin, Cheltenham Racecourse's first 'walk-in' restaurant,...
Gloucestershire's Most Adventurous Dog competition winner revealed
Find out who's fetched the title of Gloucestershire's Most Adventurous Dog as the winner and runners-up for SoGlos's exclusive...
New Beatrix Potter trail launching in Gloucester
Beatrix Potter and her links to the city are being celebrated in a brand-new trail around Gloucester this October 2023, with ten...
Gloucester Rugby launches new matchday hospitality packages for 2023/24 season
The newly-refurbished 1873 Bistro at Gloucester Rugby offers a unique space for businesses, families and friends to experience...
Spectacular autumn colour predicted for the Forest of Dean thanks to this year's weather
Spring rainfall and early summer heatwaves have set the Forest of Dean up for a unique show of autumn colour in October and...
The perfect dog-friendly weekend in the Cotswolds shared by staycation experts
Dreaming of a weekend away with your four-legged friends, but without the planning and stress of reservations? A bespoke stay in a...
Leaders come together for second SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Golf Day
Senior figures connected at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Golf Day 2023 in partnership with Optimising IT – for sporting...
Cheltenham parks win seven international Green Flag awards
Seven Cheltenham parks have been awarded a prestigious Green Flag Award this 2023, with historic town-centre gem, Sandford Park,...
Stratford Park Lido extends its swimming season
Just in time for the late summer heatwave, Stroud's outdoor pool is opening for an extra two weeks this September 2023, after the...
Walk under the stars for Sue Ryder
Sue Ryder is encouraging the people of Gloucestershire to trek through the evening, taking part in its annual 10k Starlight Hike...
See the Tour of Britain in Gloucestershire
The Tour of Britain reveals the full route for its Gloucestershire stage racing through the county in September 2023, with plenty...
The beach is coming to Cheltenham this August bank holiday
Cheltenham's Imperial Gardens is getting its very own beach — complete with real sand — just in time for the August bank holiday...
Hartpury receives £2.4 million funding boost to develop local agriculture
Hartpury University and College has received a massive £2.4 million boost in funding to improve its facilities and introduce three...
