Emma Luther

Emma grew up in Gloucestershire and has called it home for more than 30 years. Her career in journalism began as a reporter at the Gloucestershire Echo and she has worked on newspapers across the south west over the last 15 years. Emma joined SoGlos as senior staff writer in 2022 and crafts sparkling content marketing, covers breaking news and takes gorgeous Instagram photos!

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Restaurant Journey returns to Cheltenham at a secret new location

Top foodie hot spot, Restaurant Journey, is back in town with a new 16-cover 'secret space' opening this May 2025 — and it's...
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New owner marks fresh chapter for historic Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester

Brakspear has taken over the Kings Head Hotel in the centre of Cirencester with doors reopening this April 2025.
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New owner takes over historic Cotswolds coaching inn

Brakspear is the new owner of the Redesdale Arms Hotel in Moreton-in-Marsh and it's reopening this April 2025 with a fresh...
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Exclusive first look: Inside the new Gloucester kitchen bringing a slice of the Cotswolds to the city

Roots + Seeds Kitchen Garden has flourished in Cirencester, now it's opening a second base at Gloucester Food Dock this April...
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£3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock is now almost full as new cafe and kitchen opens this spring

The twelfth new opening at Gloucester Food Dock leaves just two empty units at the thriving independent foodie hub as it goes from...
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24 hours in Stroud

Stroud is a thriving Gloucestershire town that has something for everyone. Make the most of soaking up the Stroud Valley's...
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15 exciting reasons to visit Brickhampton Court in 2025

More than just a golf course, Brickhampton Court has plenty to offer visitors — from long lazy lunches to party nights as well as...
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Leading care company launches new services in Gloucestershire

Village Care has opened a Gloucester branch, bringing its personalised and flexible home care to more people than ever.
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Gloucestershire wealth management firm looks to the future with new name and branding

Having served clients in Gloucestershire and across the UK for more than 30 years, Close Brothers Asset Management is marking the...
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New images reveal vision for £1 billion Golden Valley development

Residents will get to have a say about plans for a £1 billion innovation district comprising of 1 million sq ft of commercial...
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Kids (of all sizes) can have breakfast with a huge bunny at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie this Easter

A super-size special visitor is set to make Easter celebrations extra egg-citing at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie in Cheltenham...
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Two Cotswolds hotels take the top spots in The Times and The Sunday Times 100 Best Places to Stay

BULL in Burford has won 'best romantic hotel' alongside THE PIG in the Cotswolds which has been crowned 'best countryside hotel'...
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Cotswolds hotel THE PIG is opening its doors to non-residents for breakfast for the first time

THE PIG has never welcomed non-residents for breakfast before but thanks to research on the surging popularity of working...
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Raymond Blanc: 'In tough times, it's important to keep doing what we do best and to maintain the highest standards'

As hospitality manoeuvres through a bumpy economy, SoGlos chats to chef Raymond Blanc about the best ways to navigate challenging...
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New small restaurant with high profile chef is putting the Forest of Dean on the foodie map

Post, a new restaurant and bottle shop in Newnham on Severn, is championing the exceptional produce of the Forest of Dean and Wye...
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Making sense of stamp duty changes in the Gloucestershire property market

With changes in stamp duty for buying a home on the horizon, SoGlos catches up with the experts at WSP Solicitors to find out what...
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Private GP service launched in Cheltenham with access for everyone

For patients needing speedy advice, a new service from Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital is giving access to a private GP...
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£200 million collaboration brings cutting-edge AI tech to Cheltenham hospital

Nuffield Health and GE HealthCare have teamed up in a £200 million collaboration to install the latest AI-enabled diagnostic...
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Extreme polar explorer from Gloucestershire back on track after major foot reconstruction

A Gloucestershire hiker, who lost both of his parents and his brother and endured a lifelong foot problem, is able to move forward...
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Stunning Cotswolds barn wedding kicks off 2025 in romantic style

From a proposal on the beach, to a stunning winter wedding in the Cotswolds, complete with a wizard of a magician, incredible live...
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Easter study programmes now available at Westonbirt School

The leading independent school near Tetbury has launched an exciting initiative to help students prepare for their upcoming exams.
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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...