Jake Chown

Jake joined the SoGlos team in February 2024 as an experienced staff writer, following four years working as a reporter for Tindle Newspapers and The Forester.

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Gloucestershire businessman wins top south west award at 'the Grammys of entrepreneurship'

The founder and CEO of a Cheltenham-based energy firm has been named one of the south west's leading entrepreneurs in 2024, in...
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5 notable appointments across Gloucestershire's businesses community in November 2024

From the multi award-winning horticulturalist shaping the future of county landscaping projects to the person charged with driving...
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RHS award-winning gardener joins one of Gloucestershire's leading landscaping firms

A multi award-winning garden designer from Gloucestershire has been appointed to the senior team of one of the county's...
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Shoppers can park for free in Gloucester this Christmas — starting on Small Business Saturday

People heading into Gloucester for their Christmas shopping or festive events this December 2024 will be able to park for free at...
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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...
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Housebuilder donates 10,000 bricks to help Forest of Dean construction students hone their skills

A national housebuilder is empowering the next generation of bricklayers to perfect their craft, donating enough bricks to build a...
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Gloucester-based global manufacturer reflects on 2024 success with prestigious award presentation

Capping off another successful year which brought significant carbon and waste reductions and further global expansion — along...
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AccXel Construction School

AccXel Construction School, Whimsey Industrial Estate, Steam Mills Road, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 3JA

The UK's first industry-led construction school, AccXel in Cinderford works with high-profile industry partners to deliver...
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The world's biggest military airshow celebrates 40 years in Gloucestershire with 'eyes in the skies' theme

World-renowned airshow The Royal International Air Tattoo is primed for take off once again in Gloucestershire in 2025, with a...
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The Growth Hub Cheltenham celebrates official launch at the MX Innovation Centre

Key figures from across Gloucestershire's business community came together for the official launch of The Growth Hub Cheltenham at...
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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...
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15 places to buy your Christmas tree in Gloucestershire

With just a few more weekends until Christmas Day, SoGlos has handpicked 15 tree-mendous places to buy (or rent) a real Christmas...
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The sporty electric hatchback that combines comfort with modern design and impressive performance

A statement around town with the range and space to make it a great fit for longer journeys, SoGlos's EV of the month for November...
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Tewkesbury-based wood and biomass fuel group appoints new non-executive director to drive expansion

A new parent company of two Tewkesbury-based not-for-profits which provide safety and sustainability certification for wood and...
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The Cheltenham Trust is looking for a new CEO — with £100,000 salary on offer

The trust that manages some of Cheltenham's most iconic culture and leisure venues is seeking a new chief executive officer who...
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10 enchanting Christmas events in Gloucester

Gloucester is just gorgeous at this time of year, with sparkling lights all over the city, beautiful music filling the air and...
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From corporate careers to award-winning food producers — how The Growth Hub is helping a Dursley startup go national

With a growing list of stockists and endorsement from TV chef Ainsley Harriot, Dursley-based food business Forthay Granola has...
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21 cosy pubs in Gloucestershire

During the colder months, retreat to a cosy pub in Gloucestershire — with SoGlos handpicking 21 destinations that promise charm,...
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Gloucestershire restaurants feature in prestigious south west dining guide that's endorsed by Rick Stein

Three Gloucestershire restaurants have been included in a prestigious south west guide that helps foodies discover the most...
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Cirencester History Festival to return in 2025 — having sold 99 per cent of tickets in its first year

After a 'phenomenal' first chapter for Cirencester History Festival, organisers are promising to do it all again next year, with...
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Stroud's Heavens Valley to be brought into community ownership — but fundraising to repay lenders starts now

Enough money has been secured to prevent Stroud's Heavens Valley from being sold to developers by purchasing it for the community...
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5 new faces on the Gloucestershire business scene in October 2024

An award-winning head chef at a Cotswolds hotel, a new chief for one of the county's largest employers and the person charged with...
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£11 million funding to transform Gloucester shopping centre and market is confirmed

Major plans to redevelop Gloucester's Greyfriars Quarter with all-new retail and community space have been given the green light...
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£20 million funding for Cheltenham's Golden Valley re-confirmed after Autumn Budget 2024

Plans to create a landmark cyber innovation centre in Cheltenham have been given the all-clear to progress this November 2024,...
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Hartpury Stadium has a new name thanks to leading local charity and multinational sponsor

Two exciting partnerships have been unveiled by Hartpury University and Hartpury College this October 2024, with a new name for...
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Cotswolds Lakes secures £31,000 grant to create new water sports hub

A new hub for water sports is set to be created at one of Cotswold Lakes' most popular destinations, Cleveland Lakes, thanks to a...
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£30,000 needed within weeks to secure the future of Stroud beauty spot

A campaign to protect Stroud's Heavens Valley from development by bringing it into community ownership has just weeks left to...
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Forest of Dean construction school selected to deliver training for UK firm with £2 billion turnover

Gloucestershire's pioneering construction school, AccXel, is partnering with one of the UK's largest construction companies to...