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How a Cheltenham designer transformed a dated Gloucestershire bathroom into a luxurious private sanctuary
With stylish, calming decor accented by warm, expressive fittings, SoGlos explores how Cheltenham design and supply specialist,...
Voting for Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026 now open
Put your support behind the businesses and organisations you want to see take home a trophy this year, with voting for the...
Last chance to enter the Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026
With 17 diverse categories to enter and a dazzling awards ceremony at Pittville Pump Room to look forward to for finalists, there...
New six-storey building with 141 apartments could be 'missing piece' of Gloucester Docks regeneration
A new six-storey building made up of 141 apartments could be built at Gloucester Docks – and a historic building given a new lease...
Independent estate agency launches new Cheltenham headquarters
Althorp & Co has opened a new office on Cheltenham's Suffolk Parade, welcoming new clients and marking a further step in the...
Entries for Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026 are officially open
It's official – entries are now open for the Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026! Here's how to set your...
Get the 'essential toolkit' on the new Renters' Rights Act from property experts at Willans LLP solicitors
The property dispute lawyers at Willans LLP solicitors are sharing their expert insights on what landlords, property investors and...
Everything you need to know about the new Gloucestershire Lifestyle & Community Awards 2026
Celebrating not only the very best of the county's lifestyle sector, but the support and generosity of our communities too, the...
Gloucestershire battery manufacturer celebrates triple award-winning year
As well as being the UK's fastest-growing home battery manufacturer, Cheltenham-based Puredrive Energy has won three prestigious...
Gloucestershire charity launches Christmas tree recycling scheme
Recycle your real Christmas tree and help to raise funds for Gloucestershire's only in-patient palliative care hospice, by signing...
Cheltenham design expert shares step-by-step guide on how to plan the dream bathroom
Want to update your bathroom but don't have a clue where to start? An expert designer from Lansdown Kitchens & Bathrooms reveals...
Gloucestershire home entertainment specialist launches biggest ever Black Friday sale
Offering huge savings on some of the biggest brands in audio visual tech, shoppers can take advantage of great deals on everything...
Real Christmas trees for sale at Batsford Arboretum
It's time to spruce up your home for the festive season, with a wide range of freshly cut, premium grade Christmas trees to choose...
Government urged not to 'overlook' rural Gloucestershire homes in Autumn Budget VAT cuts
A trade association representing manufacturers of liquid fuel heating equipment is urging the government not to leave rural...
Cheltenham makes 'Airbnb history' with first-ever Luxe listing
Cheltenham joins the likes of Aspen, Bali and the French Riviera as home to one of only 5,000 worldwide Airbnb Luxe properties, in...
Opening date revealed for new Scandi homeware store at Gloucester Quays
Known for affordable homewares, furniture and thoughtful everyday items, Søstrene Grene continues its UK expansion, launching its...
Cheltenham tax expert shares the key things to consider before the Autumn Budget
Cheltenham-based tax, audit and advisory expert, Crowe UK, shares some key things to consider ahead of this November's Autumn...
Cheltenham firm predicts how 2025 Autumn Budget may affect Gloucestershire
Bishop Fleming, a tax and accountancy firm with a Gloucestershire base in Cheltenham, predicts the key items from this year's....png?width=1380&height=722&rmode=pad&bgcolor=ffffff&quality=85&format=webp)
Cheltenham interiors team reveals how empty nesters can restyle their home for a new child-free lifestyle
When it comes to embracing a new chapter in life, you don't have to go it alone! SoGlos chats to the experts at BoConcept in...
David Beckham: 'Living in the Cotswolds has brought me peace'
In a guest editorship of Country Life magazine, former footballer David Beckham shares his reflections on how having a weekend...
Major plans for more than 1,000 homes at Cheltenham's Golden Valley approved
A second part of Cheltenham's £1 billion Golden Valley development – which includes the building of more than 1,000 homes – has...
Award-winning ethical home fragrance brand reveals opening date for first store in Gloucestershire
Collaborating with the likes of Laura Ashley, RHS and Historic Royal Palaces, family-run home fragrance brand, Freckleface, is...
Gloucester building firm wins national Contractor of the Year award
Gloucestershire-based firm Eleven Builders has been named Contractor of the Year at the prestigious National Building and...
Tewkesbury named one of the fastest-growing areas in the UK
A newly published survey of new homes built in the UK has ranked Tewkesbury among the country's fastest growing areas.
Plans approved for new housing estate in the Cotswolds despite concerns over sewage capacity
Renewed plans to build 98 new homes are approved by Cotswold District Council, with the number of 'affordable' dwellings...
Former apprentice takes on key technical expert role for Gloucestershire housebuilder
Lauren Llewellyn Hughes is bringing experience from Hinkley Power Station and flood alleviation schemes in Exeter to manage the...
New commercial director for one of south west's biggest housebuilders
A major construction firm in the south west with current Gloucestershire developments in Tewkesbury and Wotton-under-Edge,...
700 new homes built in Gloucestershire with £150 million investment
The number of newly built homes constructed in the county grew hugely in 2024, thanks to a multi-million-pound investment by a...
Luxury Cotswolds rental properties at heart of Instagrammable UK staycation travel boom
Travel specialist We Stay Group has seen a 77 per cent increase in turnover, as it capitalises on a surge in picture-perfect UK...
'I get a huge amount of satisfaction from interacting with homeowners' – Gloucestershire housebuilder appoints new customer care chief
Part of its ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction and efficiency, Gloucester-based housebuilder Newland Homes strengthens...
Luxury Cheltenham kitchen brand reveals how using a design service adds value to your property
Buying a new kitchen doesn't come cheap but one Cheltenham-based luxury kitchen brand says that using a design service to create...
Gloucestershire's steepest house price drops revealed
New analysis of early 2025 house price trends shows Gloucestershire's house prices are declining, with the Cotswolds recording the...
Two Cotswolds charities receive £25,000 from Omaze house draw
After giving away a £5 million Cotswolds property in June 2025, Omaze is donating £25,000 of the proceeds from the draw to two...
First phase of Cheltenham's £1 billion Golden Valley development granted planning permission
A huge milestone has been reached in the delivery of Cheltenham's £1 billion Golden Valley project, with its first phase – which...
Gloucester’s Forum development crowned 'regeneration project of the year'
Gloucester’s The Forum development has taken home the regeneration project of the year award, at the prestigious Michelmores...
Cash boost for Tewkesbury youth boxing club that 'turns lives around'
A developer building hundreds of new homes at Fiddington Fields, close to Cotswold Designer Outlet shopping centre, has donated...
Public to get a say on Gloucester tower block demolition plan
Residents can share their views on fresh plans to replace Clapham Court with family homes at a consultation event in Gloucester...
Channel 4 on the hunt for Gloucestershire homeowners for new series of popular property show
Gloucestershire families currently stuck in a dilemma of whether they want to renovate their current home or move on to the next...
£290 million upgrade of the M5 near Cheltenham which will 'unlock' thousands of new homes and jobs is approved
A 'nationally significant' scheme of improvements to junction 10 of the M5 near Cheltenham – viewed as key to the delivery of...
25-year-old Clarkson's Farm fan wins £5 million Omaze house in the Cotswolds
A lucky 25-year-old from Cambridgeshire – who also happens to be a big fan of Clarkson's Farm – wins a 17th-century Cotswolds...
Gloucester firm develops cutting-edge heating technology that saves thousands of pounds on heat pump installations
A Gloucester-based heating solutions firm has developed ground-breaking new technology that saves homeowners thousands of pounds...
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...
Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 awards night photos
The official photos from the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 have landed. Relive all the action and see if you can spot...
Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 winners revealed
The results are in! Find out who has won a coveted trophy at the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025, in partnership with Pro...
£300,000 restoration of one of England's most significant historic townhouses in Gloucester is complete
A historic townhouse in Gloucester with links back to the medieval period has been extensively repaired and its 'fine' Tudor...
Cavendish House owner 'committed' to bringing forward plans for redevelopment
The company which owns Cheltenham's Cavendish House says it 'remains committed' to redeveloping the former department store, one...
19th-century former office building in Gloucester could become a hotel
A historic Gloucester house and its adjoining offices – formerly the base of a leading county-headquartered insurance firm – could...
Preserving historic shutters and restoring architraves – meet the Cotswolds windows firm that took on the challenges of a 400-year-old home
With features dating back to the 1600s and significant development throughout the Georgian and Victorian eras, this elegant home...
The new owner of Cheltenham's Municipal offices will be revealed 'in the near future'
An announcement on who has won the race to buy Cheltenham's Municipal Offices – and what the iconic building will become – will be...
The Forum in Gloucester named the south west's commercial property development of the year
The £107 million Forum development in Gloucester has been praised for its potential to attract new businesses to the city through...
Exclusive: Cheltenham's Daffodil up for sale as a six-bedroom house – with an impressive price tag
It has stood empty for three years – but this April 2025, former Cheltenham restaurant The Daffodil is up for sale, with planning...
Finalists revealed for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025
SoGlos readers have cast their votes to decide the finalists for this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards — and there's not...
Get expert advice on the Renters' Rights Bill from leading Cheltenham solicitors
Landlords and investors can get ahead of the upcoming Renters' Rights Bill with advice from the experts at Willans LLP solicitors...
Brockworth man wins luxury Cyprus villa worth £540,000 in online competition
A Gloucestershire resident was 'left speechless' after finding out he'd won a luxury villa in Cyprus, worth a massive £540,000, in...
How a boiler upgrade could save Gloucestershire households £490 a year
SoGlos explores the savings Gloucestershire homeowners could make by upgrading to a modern A-rated boiler, wherever you live.
Work set to begin on 'inspirational' new eco-friendly community hub in Cheltenham
Construction of a new multi-use centre in Cheltenham, which will serve as a hub for community and sustainability projects and...
New Gloucester garden centre reveals opening date and celebrity guest cutting the ribbon
Gloucester Garden Centre, which is taking over the former Dobbies site in Gloucester, has revealed when it's opening its doors to...
Voting now open for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025
Have your say to help crown Gloucestershire's best lifestyle businesses in 2025, with more new names in the running than ever...
Fresh: Art Fair invites Gloucestershire businesses to embrace art at its exclusive preview night
Gloucestershire businesses are being given first pick of the incredible collection at Fresh: Art Fair in Cheltenham — with an...
Nailsworth landscaper wins design competition for display at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
A gardening education stand, designed in Stroud, will show wannabe garden designers how gardens can inspire and unite people...
Cheltenham Festival 2025: A fire safety checklist for Airbnb owners and holiday lets in Gloucestershire
Preparing to host excitable racegoers for Cheltenham Festival 2025? Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service shares everything you...
Prime salon space up for rent in the heart of Regency Cheltenham
Hairdressers and beauty therapists dreaming of securing space within Cheltenham's thriving aesthetics sector are in luck in 2025,...
Three Gloucestershire locations named in top 10 best places to live in England
Three Gloucestershire locations have made the top 10 best places to live in England in a new list published by The Sunday Times....
Entries open for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025
Set your business up for an award-winning year, with entries now open for the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025 — the county's...
Plans approved for The Daffodil in Cheltenham to be converted into huge residential home
One of the most popular former restaurants in Cheltenham went up for sale in May 2024, but due to no interest, change of use...
Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards are back for 2025 — here's what you need to know
Gloucestershire's leading lifestyle awards are set to return in 2025, with a high calibre of partners — including proud...
Independent Cheltenham interiors showroom relaunches after major £500k refurbishment
Obsidian Interiors is reopening its Cheltenham showroom in January 2025 following a £500,000 refurbishment transforming it into...
24-year-old from Gloucester wins £3 million Omaze house
A 24-year-old nanny from Gloucester has become the youngest ever Omaze Million Pound House Draw winner, bagging herself a West...
Cheltenham's household recycling centre is closing soon — and its long-term future is in doubt
The household recycling centre in Cheltenham is set for a 'prolonged' closure while the borough council reviews its long-term...
Clarkson's Farm star Kaleb Cooper launches sustainable Cotswolds Christmas tree business
Jolly Pines has launched in Chipping Campden; a collaboration between Kaleb Cooper Contracting and SDL Solutions, bringing...
Housebuilder is offering 'shell' properties that buyers can design for themselves in Gloucestershire
A national housebuilder is developing a unique collection of open plan, 'shell' homes in Gloucestershire — giving buyers the...
How a Gloucestershire charity is helping homeowners become masters in energy efficiency
Looking to live more sustainably and save money on energy bills? Severn Wye Energy Agency has over 25 years of experience to help...
Cotswold metalsmith launches bespoke hand-forged gifts for outdoor living
Hand forged by a master metalsmith in the Cotswolds, this elegant bespoke range by the award-winning Kyeburn offers special gifts...
Work starts on 50 luxury new homes on edge of Cotswolds
Hayfield Heights is taking shape in Gotherington, with work underway on 50 new homes, including 11 bungalows, ready for new owners...
How installing solar panels could make you money — energy experts explain
With households constantly looking to save money on energy bills, renewable methods could be easier to access than ever. Experts...
Cotswold firm is first furniture maker in Gloucestershire to be awarded B Corp status
A Cotswolds-based maker of luxury beds is the first furniture manufacturer in Gloucestershire to be awarded B Corp status.
New luxury interiors firm specialising in listed buildings and conservation areas launches in the Cotswolds
A family business with over 30 years of experience specialising in the commercial build and refurbishment sector launches a...
Revised plans for redevelopment of Gloucester Prison are approved
Plans to redevelop the site of the former Gloucester Prison into hundreds of homes and new commercial space have been given the...
University of Gloucestershire's Cheltenham campus up for sale
The University of Gloucestershire has revealed that its 1.9-hectre Hardwick campus in Cheltenham is up for sale.
£55 million North Place car park development is unanimously approved
Major plans to build nearly 150 new homes on the site of a car park in Cheltenham town centre have been unanimously approved by...
Plans for £55 million North Place car park development could be approved
Plans to change North Place car park in Cheltenham town centre into a £55 million housing development could be approved this...
Cheltenham commercial design group shares secrets to its 30-plus years of growth and success
A homegrown family business founded over 30 years ago, this Cheltenham firm went from humble beginnings as an office outfitter...
Popular Gloucestershire school goes green with massive installation of nearly 350 solar panels
A popular independent school located near Stroud has undergone a big green transformation to become more environmentally friendly...
Brand-new estate agency launches with 'exchange ready' property for sale in Gloucestershire
New Gloucestershire estate agency, Canopy, is set to revolutionise the local property market by offering 'exchange ready' property...
250 new eco homes and a country park approved for Cheltenham
A development just north of Harp Hill on the outskirts of Cheltenham has been given the green light to build 250 new eco homes and...
Cotswold house prices ranked highest in the south west for new builds
A new study reveals the Cotswold local authority has the most expensive new builds in the south west, with a median price of...
Gloucestershire energy provider is number one in the UK for customer service
Stroud-based green energy provider Ecotricity ranks number one for customer service among energy suppliers in the UK, according to...
Help for private landlords to make their Gloucestershire rentals more energy efficient
Private landlords in Gloucestershire can get in-person home surveys and practical advice on how to make their rental properties...
Exclusive first look: Cheltenham's 'avant-garde' private members club the Good Times House opens for business
Cheltenham private members club, the Good Times House, has undergone years of renovation and significant investment — with an air...
Gloucestershire renewable energy firm reveals it's increased staff numbers by 75 per cent in six months
There's no staff cutbacks or recruitment freezes for this Stonehouse-based energy firm, as demand for its services is so high,...
Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024 awards night photos
The photos from the spectacular seventh annual Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards are here! See if you can spot yourself from the...
Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024 winners revealed
The results are in! Find out who has won a coveted trophy at the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024, in partnership with Pro...
One of Gloucestershire's fastest-growing conveyancing firms opens its third office in 12 months
A leading property conveyancing firm continues its rapid expansion across the county with the opening of its third Gloucestershire...
The family-owned Gloucester business making kitchen dreams come true
If you're longing for a new kitchen or looking to update your bathroom, it can be a daunting task finding a reliable business to...
Cheltenham interior designer reaches grand final of BBC series
The final of BBC One's popular interior design series sees Cheltenham's Matt Smith-Wood compete for a chance to design his own...
Gloucestershire housing builder halves its carbon emissions in just one year
Gloucester property developer Newland Homes reveals it has cut its operational carbon emissions by nearly 50 per cent over the...
The Fairview Gardener reveals new premium range products for 2024
With spring firmly on our doorstep, there's no better time to explore The Fairview Gardener's brand-new range of gardening tools,...
Adam Henson launches new range of wildflower seeds
Inspired by the flowers found at his very own Cotswold Farm Park, Adam Henson's wildflower seed mixes are now available from his...
Nailsworth named one of the best places to buy a house in the UK
Hailed as the place to go for comfort and community in the Cotswolds, The Times has included 'Stroud's little brother' Nailsworth...
100 electric vehicle charging points installed across Gloucestershire — with 900 more to come
The first 100 electric vehicle charging points have now been installed across Gloucestershire, with 900 more to come and a boost...
University of Gloucestershire alumnus returns to Cheltenham to head up Savills
High-end estate agents, Savills, has appointed a new head of office to its Cheltenham headquarters, with Ken Dowling, a University...
How heat pumps could save you up to £1100 off your annual energy bills
With a staggering 23 million residential properties in the UK currently connected to the gas grid, and heating prices remaining...
Voting opens for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024
Have your say to help crown Gloucestershire's best lifestyle businesses in 2024, as voting opens for the seventh annual...
Revised plans for former Gloucester Prison site revealed
Plans to transform the former HMP Gloucester into a range of contemporary one, two and three-bedroom homes, flexible commercial...
Gloucestershire firm is the first accommodation provider in the south west to become a B Corp
Beechurst Serviced Apartments has become the first accommodation provider in the south west to attain B Corp status for high...
Planners agree to pause progress on Stroud Local Plan
After the viability of Stroud District Council's Local Plan came under scrutiny, planners have agreed to a 10-month pause to give...
Cotswolds university is offering the UK's first ever residential estate agency degree
An innovative new course from the Cirencester-based Royal Agricultural University offers aspiring estate agents an introduction to...
Plans submitted to replace Gloucester's only residential high-rise tower block with sustainable housing development
After being deemed 'beyond its sustainable and effective use', Clapham Court tower block in Gloucester city centre is being...
Gloucestershire residents could save thousands on energy-saving home improvements for cheaper energy bills
A South Gloucestershire resident who has received free energy advice and home improvements worth £10,000 is encouraging other...
Entries open for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024
Put your business in the running to win at the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024, as entries open for the seventh annual...
Groundworks on Stroud sustainable housing development due to start in 2024
Demolition and groundworks on the Daniels Industrial Estate in Stroud are one step closer to getting underway in 2024, as Newland...
Energy Savers Week: Take control of your energy bills in 2024
We've all seen spikes in our energy bills over the past year — and with Energy Savers Week falling in January 2024, Severn Wye is...
£1.4 million investment takes Cheltenham council houses towards a greener future
Council homes in Cheltenham are due to undergo major sustainability renovations as £1.4 million is awarded to Cheltenham Borough...
Housing developer wins award for supporting apprentices in Gloucestershire
Persimmon Homes Severn Valley has been praised for investing in the younger generation at an awards ceremony for construction...
Gloucester Prison is up for sale
The historic listed buildings of Gloucester Prison are up for sale, with planning permission granted for a huge range of...
Investing in a new driveway adds thousands to the value of your Gloucestershire home
Statistics vary but ensuring your driveway is practical and pretty can add up to 10 per cent to the value of your home....
First look at plans for new development on Cheltenham car park
Artist's impressions of the proposed redevelopment of Cheltenham's North Place car park have been released for public...
Cirencester named one of the happiest places to live
The 'capital of the Cotswolds' has been voted one of the happiest places to live in Britain, in a new survey by estate agents...
Free energy efficiency advice for up to 200 Gloucestershire homes
Households in Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire can now apply to receive FREE energy advice from Severn Wye Energy Agency....jpg?width=1380&height=722&rmode=pad&bgcolor=ffffff&quality=85&format=webp)
Gloucestershire's Freeman Homes wins top national industry award for Small Housebuilder of the Year
Leading sustainable housing developer Freeman Homes is celebrating after being awarded silver for Small Housebuilder of the Year...
Gloucestershire families look to Home Upgrade Grant for help this Fuel Poverty Awareness Day 2023
As Fuel Poverty Awareness Day approaches this November 2023, households are turning to the UK government's Home Upgrade Grant...
Savills estate agents appoints new head of Cirencester office
High-end estate agents Savills has appointed a new head of office to its Cirencester branch in the Cotswolds.
Here's how you can get two free tickets to one of the south west's biggest home shows
If you fancy creating a dream home but don't know where to start, look no further than one of the south west's biggest home shows...
Downsizing the family home allowed one Gloucestershire couple to live a more sustainable life
The house-buying process is the perfect time to start considering options to switch to more sustainable energy. One couple from...
Combat winter fuel bills by getting your Gloucestershire home insulated for free
Insulating is the new renovating this winter! Get help with reducing your fuel bills and boosting your home's energy-efficiency,...
Ecclesiastical named UK's most trusted home insurer for 18th time
Retaining its top spot in the Fairer Finance Home Insurance league table for the 18th time, charity-owned Ecclesiastical is...
The Forum receives significant government grant to kick-start work on new apartments
Gloucester City Council has been awarded a significant grant from the government's Brownfield Land Release Fund for demolition and...
How one Gloucestershire homeowner saved thousands of pounds on bills by making his home greener
With solar panels now the number one green energy upgrade in the UK, SoGlos spoke to the experts at Immersa, a Dursley-based...
Gloucestershire residents can apply for big grants towards green energy upgrades
If you're worried about turning on the heating this winter, there are government grants to help you insulate and heat your home...
How Gloucestershire households can save money on their energy bills
Whether it's making simple changes around the house or checking your eligibility for home improvement grants, discover some top...
100 new Cotswolds homes mark housing association's biggest ever development
One of the largest housing associations in the UK is creating its most significant own-built development in Winchcombe, just a few...
Prepare for winter with free energy-saving home improvements from Severn Wye
Find out if you could save over £200 on your household energy bills this winter, thanks to a scheme from Severn Wye Energy Agency...
Gloucester housing association receives £130 million funding boost
Gloucester's 5,000-home housing association, Gloucester City Homes, has agreed a new funding deal to help it deliver energy...
Gloucestershire County Council reveals locations of new EV charging points
The rollout of 1,000 electric vehicle charging points across the county is beginning this August 2023, with Gloucestershire County...
Gloucestershire housebuilder appoints new contracts manager
Barnwood-based Newland Homes has appointed Jason Knight as its new contracts manager, following Dale Martin's retirement.
How homeowners can take control of electricity use and slash bills
With energy prices at an all time high and further hikes predicted, many Gloucestershire homeowners are looking to alternative...
150 new homes could be built on 300 space car park in Cheltenham
Plans for a multi-million-pound residential square of 150 new sustainable homes could transform North Place car park into a...
New data reveals huge surge in Gloucestershire house prices
Research shows that house prices in Gloucestershire have spiked by a shocking 74 per cent between May 2013 and May 2023, with...
Housing developer announces million-pound investment into local infrastructure in Gloucestershire
Nationally-renowned housing developer Redrow Homes is investing £1.7 million in its new Berkeley Dene site near Stroud, with 107...
Gloucestershire wildlife charity launches new flood prevention project
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is launching a new 'Gloucester and Cheltenham Waterscapes' project this August 2023, in partnership...
Off-gas homes in Gloucestershire to benefit from free energy-saving upgrades
Severn Wye's Warm and Well service is launching the Home Upgrade Grant scheme for low-income households in Gloucestershire and...
SGGLA 2023 awards night photos
What a night! See the photos from the sixth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, where we celebrated the very best of...
SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023 winners revealed
The wait is over! Find out who has won a coveted SGGLA at this year’s SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, proudly sponsored...
Why Gloucestershire gardeners should focus on strong fencing
Our changeable weather is ideal for a thriving English garden, but it can also take its toll on outdoor timber structures. SoGlos...
How to choose the right furniture for your Gloucestershire garden this summer
With warmer days and balmy evenings finally on the horizon, it's the ideal time to update your garden furniture to see you through...
Gloucester firm scoops Housebuilder of the Year award
Gloucester-based Newland Homes wins the coveted Housebuilder of the Year Award at this year's South West Residential Property...
The Fairview Gardener reveals its brand-new department
Whether you’re getting the garden looking gorgeous or sprucing up indoors, find everything you need to make your home and garden...
First look: Søstrene Grene in Cheltenham
Gloucestershire's first Søstrene Grene store opened at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham this April 2023 — and it invited SoGlos...
First look: little dobbies Cheltenham
New horticulture hotspot, little dobbies, is now officially open in Cheltenham, just off the Promenade – carrying a curated oasis...
10 of the most exciting new openings in Gloucestershire in April
Satisfy your appetite for new eats, refresh your wardrobe and spruce up your home this April 2023, with SoGlos highlighting 10 of...
Famous environmentalist launches Gloucestershire's first sustainability festival
Author and environmentalist, Sir Jonathon Porritt, is coming to Gloucestershire to launch the county's first festival dedicated to...
little dobbies Cheltenham reveals opening date
Bringing a haven of houseplants, home décor and all the thrills of garden centre shopping to Cheltenham's Promenade, here's when...
Gloucestershire businesswoman wants to revolutionise laundry with new perfume-inspired products
With a mission to 'elevate laundry', Gloucestershire businesswoman Ciara McGurk is launching new laundry brand Tallow + Ash,...
A new homeware store is opening at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham
Danish homeware brand Søstrene Grene is opening its first Gloucestershire store at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham this April...
A Gloucestershire town is one of the safest places to live in the UK
With one of the lowest crime rates in the country, the medieval town of Tewkesbury is the only Gloucestershire location to make...
300 affordable homes are being built in Tewkesbury
Persimmon Homes has agreed a deal with housing association, Aster Group, for the construction of nearly 300 affordable homes at a...
The landscape architect helping shape the future of Gloucestershire and beyond
Key to the ongoing success of architects Roberts Limbrick, alongside its ability to create incredible buildings, is being able to...
Family firm brings fresh life to Gloucestershire's landscapes
A new generation is in charge at one of Gloucestershire's long-established family businesses and the team at Greenfields is...
Sofas & Stuff reveals exclusive new collection with the V&A
Gloucestershire art enthusiasts can get their hands on a brand-new range of designer sofas inspired by the archives of the world's...
Tewkesbury is one of the most popular places in the country to retire
The riverside town of Tewkesbury made the list of the top 10 places to retire in the UK, with the picturesque location proving...
Nominations open for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023
Make sure your business is in with a chance of winning at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023, as nominations open...
Partners confirmed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023
With a dream team of local businesses on board and a showstopping new venue for 2023, the sixth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire...
Categories and sponsors revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023
Returning for its sixth year, the categories and sponsors for the hotly-anticipated SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards have...
Smart Home Sounds invests £1,000,000 into new showroom
Gloucester's popular tech retailer, Smart Home Sounds, has invested £1,000,000 into its new office and showroom to provide an...
Up to 23,000 Gloucestershire homes could be affected by new government energy proposals
Households in Gloucestershire which use oil heating could be forced to switch to heat pumps from 2026, if the government's new...
First look: Dobbies Garden Centre in Tewkesbury
Following its celebrity launch, the hotly-anticipated Dobbies Garden Centre in Tewkesbury is now officially open, just off the M5...
Gloucestershire County Council launches new Waste Wizard recycling initiative
Gloucestershire County Council is encouraging people across the county to try out its new Waste Wizard initiative and discover...
Winners of Gloucestershire's Most Glorious Garden competition revealed
Find out which of the gorgeous green spaces around the county have been picked as winner and runners-up in Gloucestershire's Most...
A new independent plant centre is opening at Painswick Rococo Garden
Gloucestershire gardeners, get ready to be inspired! With plants and perennials aplenty, Exedra Nursery is opening at Painswick...
Demand for staycations is still booming in the Cotswolds
As staff shortages cause travel chaos at airports around the country, domestic holidays are still proving popular post-pandemic,...
You can now rent the Sex Education house in the Forest of Dean
Love the Netflix original series Sex Education? You can now experience a unique stay in Jean and Otis’s gorgeous hillside home,...
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at the heart of 35th RHS Malvern Spring Festival
The Princess Royal planted the final tree to complete a new Platinum Jubilee garden at Three Counties Showground, which was...
Cotswolds garden secrets revealed in new book
A hidden palm garden and a natural swimming pool framed by a wall of hundreds of wine bottles are just some of the surprising...
Gloucestershire estate agent Naylor Powell celebrates 40th anniversary
Independent Gloucestershire estate agent, Naylor Powell, celebrates 40 years in business this March 2022.
The Fairview Gardener launches new tool shed in time for spring
Look no further for gardening inspiration this spring 2022, as The Fairview Gardener in Birdwood, near Gloucester, opens its...
Cotswold Sculpture Park is reopening this April with hundreds of new artworks
With a collection of over 200 sculptures to see and buy, Cotswold Sculpture Park, near South Cerney, is reopening to visitors this...
Sofas & Stuff launches new showroom in Cheltenham
British furniture brand Sofas & Stuff is expanding, with its brand-new showroom in Cheltenham town centre open from Saturday 26...
Nominations close soon for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2022
The fifth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, sponsored by Visit Gloucestershire, are fast approaching – and there’s...
Just Fabrics is holding a clearance sale to benefit a Gloucestershire charity
Take advantage of huge discounts on roll ends and remnants, craft bags, homewares and curtain poles at Just Fabrics in Cheltenham...
University of Gloucestershire lecturer develops new TV show for Deaf people
A new TV series co-developed by University of Gloucestershire lecturer, Mitch Turnbull, airs on Film4 this February 2022.
New carbon zero homes to set standard for housing developments in Cheltenham
Approved plans for 22 new carbon zero homes in Cheltenham are raising the bar on protecting the environment – with Cheltenham...
The Scenic Supper is launching a new parties and wedding service
The Scenic Supper has launched parties and wedding management services within its bespoke glasshouses at Todenham Manor Farm for...
Gloucestershire mortgage brokers say new mortgage deals could help offset energy price hikes
Experts at Gloucester-based The Mortgage Brain suggest homeowners with mortgage deals coming to an end this year could make...
Two Gloucestershire locations are added to the National Heritage List for England
A Cotswold cottage that was home to a famous poet and an original limestone packhorse bridge are being protected with listed...
Brio Retirement Living asks Gloucestershire children to design Christmas decorations for its garden
Imaginative kids are being called on to help Brio Retirement Living create a beautiful elf and fairy garden this Christmas – with...
Lilian Faithfull Care pays tribute to residents this Remembrance Day
The Gloucestershire elderly care charity is paying its respects to current and former residents who fought and lost their lives in...
Naylor Powell opens a new office in Cam
Gloucestershire estate agent, Naylor Powell, is growing – opening a new sales and lettings office in Cam.
Care home staff share why they love working for Lilian Faithfull Care
Staff at Lilian Faithfull Care homes in Gloucestershire are sharing why they love working for the charity – and why others should...
SGGLA 2021 votes are counted in run up to awards night
The public has spoken and the winners for the fourth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards have been chosen – with just a...
Last chance to vote for your favourites in SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2021
There are just a few days left to show your support for the best local restaurants, pubs, hotels, venues, attractions and...
Cirencester TV presenter stars in new home makeover show
DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles, who lives near Cirencester, is fronting Channel 5’s new home makeover show, Big House Clearout.
Voting is open for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2021
There’s still chance to show your support for Gloucestershire’s best lifestyle businesses and attractions, with a month left to...
Changing Rooms is back on TV with famous Cotswolds designer
Channel 4’s Changing Rooms reboot starts this August 2021, with flamboyant Cotswolds-based interior designer Laurence...
Lilian Faithfull Care opens new dementia facility in Cheltenham
The charity’s new Butterfly Wing at Royal Court care home in Cheltenham offers specialist dementia care and one-to-one support to...
Gloucestershire apprentices create free street libraries
Two apprentice joiners working in Gloucestershire have created miniature community street libraries for housing developments in...
Cotswold Farm Park Flower Field opens for summer
Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park has opened its wild flower field for summer 2021.
Lilian Faithfull Care launches a new gardening competition in Gloucestershire
Green fingered residents, day care hub visitors and staff at Lilian Faithfull Care homes are creating garden patches for the...
Nominations close soon for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2021
The fourth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards, sponsored by Willans LLP solicitors, are fast approaching – and there’s...
Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital is reassuring patients that it is still safe to have a procedure
Providing orthopaedic care, men's health, women's health, spinal services, sports injury treatments and more, Nuffield Health...
Lilian Faithfull Care is celebrating its 75 year anniversary
This May 2021, Lilian Faithfull Care celebrates 75 years of caring for older people in Gloucestershire.
Brunsdon Financial launches a new mortgage service
Promising to help take the stress out of buying a new home, Gloucester-based Brunsdon Financial has launched B Mortgage Services.
Lilian Faithfull Care residents are some of the first to receive second Covid vaccination
Residents at Faithfull House in Cheltenham are among the first people in the UK to receive a second dose of the Pfizer Covid-19...
Dandelion appeal set to fund a new garden at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
The Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals Charity has launched its Commemorative Dandelion Appeal to fund the creation of a new...
Lilian Faithfull Care homes are reopening to visitors in March
People will soon be able to see and hold hands with their elderly loved ones, as Lilian Faithfull Care homes across...
Elmore Court is rewilding a quarter of its grounds and building six new treehouses
Elmore Court has revealed it will be returning a quarter of its estate to nature, rewilding approximately 250 acres of former...
Aynhoe Park is auctioning off its eccentric collection of art, furniture and curiosities in January 2021
The owners of Aynhoe Park, the stunning Cotswolds stately home and celebrity wedding venue, are auctioning off its iconic contents...
Lilian Faithfull Care aims to raise £35,000 for new technology
Gloucestershire-based elderly care charity, Lilian Faithfull Care, is asking the public for donations to help it buy interactive...
Bristol Zoo is relocating to South Gloucestershire
After 185 years, Bristol Zoo is moving from its historic site in Clifton to the Wild Place Project in South Gloucestershire to...
Lilian Faithfull Care day centres are reopening in September
Lilian Faithfull Care’s The Secret Garden Hub in Cheltenham and Uplands Day Centre in Stroud will be welcoming visitors back...
Bristol Zoo is reopening in July
Bristol Zoo Gardens is reopening to the public in July 2020, following its closure due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
Peter Ball & Co Estate Agency in Gloucestershire is changing ownership
Longstanding Gloucestershire estate agency, Peter Ball & Co, is now under the ownership of Alexander & Co – with wider marketing...
New magnolia species discovered at Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt Arboretum has discovered a brand-new magnolia species – and has asked for members of the public to vote for its name.
Painswick Rococo Garden reopens for plant sales
Gloucestershire’s Painswick Rococo Garden is reopening to sell plants and flowers, this May 2020.
Property company says now is a perfect time to buy a new home in Gloucester
Now could be the best time to buy a new build property, according to the experts at Miller Homes.
Gloucester headquartered retailer ProCook donates gift to 1,600 NHS staff
Nationwide cookware and kitchen retailer ProCook, whose HQ is based in Gloucester, has shown its support of Gloucestershire...
RHS Malvern launches Virtual Spring Festival
Despite the event being cancelled, RHS Malvern brings its spring show to homes across Gloucestershire with the Virtual RHS Malvern...
Wickes Cheltenham to reopen with social distancing measures in place
The Cheltenham branch of DIY chain store Wickes is reopening to customers, as part of a national trial including six of its sites...
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust photo competition now open for entries
Entries are now open for this year’s Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust photo competition with new categories and bigger prizes for...
Miller Homes offer virtual tours to house hunters in lockdown
Don’t let the lockdown stop you from finding your dream home, as Miller Homes offers virtual tours and online reservations to...
Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is helping families stay close to nature during lockdown
From kids’ activity packs to top gardening tips, Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is helping families maintain their connection to...
Gloucestershire families are camping out in their gardens to raise money for NHS charities
Families in Gloucestershire and across the UK are taking part in the Great British Campout this Friday, pitching their tents and...
Gloucestershire families are displaying Easter egg artwork in their windows
Gloucestershire families are hanging Easter egg artwork in their windows for children to spot on their daily walks during the...
Nationwide Clap for Our Carers goes weekly to thank the NHS
People across Gloucestershire, and the UK, will be taking part in a weekly round of applause to Clap for Our Carers and thank the...
Cheltenham residents light up the streets to show solidarity during the Coronavirus lockdown
Cheltenham residents light up the streets with fairy lights to show some solidarity as the town locks down due to the Coronavirus...
The King’s Arms in Prestbury review: The classiest meal you can have in a shed
A unique, fun and surprisingly comfortable dining experience, dinner inside the garden shed at Raymond Blanc’s new Prestbury pub,...
The Fairview Gardener review: A tasty afternoon tea with extraordinary herbal teas
Providing the ultimate garden inspiration, The Fairview Gardener is home to plants and flowers galore, a Scandinavian-style tea...
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to present Netflix’s Instant Hotel
The Cirencester star is taking over presenting the hit Netflix show, Instant Hotel.
Local designer-makers offered Christmas selling space in The Malthouse Collective
Gloucestershire’s designer-makers are being offered stunning sale space inside The Malthouse Collective during the Christmas...
Miserden wins Garden of the Year Award 2018
A picture-perfect attraction in the heart of the Cotswolds, Miserden has been crowned winner of the Historic Houses Garden of the...
Eastnor Castle introduces Mellow Mondays
Eastnor Castle is opening on Mondays throughout June 2018, to accommodate visitors looking for a more tranquil day out at the...
Move Estate and Letting Agent to expand with second office in Gloucester
Cheltenham-based Estate and Letting Agent, Move, is set to expand into Gloucester, acquiring its second premises in the heart of...
