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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How a historic Gloucester factory is being transformed into vibrant new space for growing businesses

Bringing new life to an iconic part of Gloucester's industrial past, growing businesses across a range of sectors will soon be...
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£13.8 million transformation of Gloucester's Greyfriars Quarter will begin in the new year

The redevelopment of Gloucester's Greyfriars Quarter into vibrant retail, culture and community space will move forward as planned...
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Future of historic university campus being considered with multi-million-pound modernisation required

The University of Gloucestershire is asking the public to have their say on the future of Cheltenham's Francis Close Hall, with...
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Carve out a career in engineering with specialist apprenticeships from a Gloucester-based global manufacturing equipment provider

Would-be engineers can combine professional training with hands-on experience of a range of roles to help them find the right...
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'We help to make businesses more efficient, with a smile on our faces' – the 23-year-old director setting the tone for a Gloucestershire print provider's bright future

Pairing a love of the 'geeky' side of office printers with a commitment to achieving the 'impossible', Gloucestershire print...
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New course from Gloucestershire charity helps hone listening skills at work and at home

Aimed at helping people enhance their relationships, both personally and professionally, Gloucestershire charity Listening Post is...
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Gloucester City Council needs emergency £17.5 million from government after years of overspending

Gloucester's local services are to be scaled back in 2026 while council jobs have been put at risk, with the city council needing...
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13 of the best things to do in Tewkesbury

With great places to eat, creative activities and unique ways to explore its heritage, SoGlos rounds up 13 of the best things to...
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12 entertainment tech gifts you can buy for under £300 from Smart Home Sounds

For that new speaker, pair of headphones or vinyl setup you or your loved ones are after this Christmas, SoGlos rounds up 12 of...
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50 of the most influential individuals in business in Gloucestershire 2025

Gloucestershire's thriving business community is full of inspirational and influential individuals. SoGlos has teamed up with WSP...
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10 best things to do in Gloucestershire in December 2025

From exhilarating Christmas Day swims to side-splitting pantos — not forgetting a convoy of illuminated Christmas tractors — fill...
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13 best Christmas markets you can get to by bus from Gloucestershire

With artisan decorations, handmade gifts and festive food and drink aplenty, make your Christmas shopping a magical experience...
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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...
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World's largest ice cream company to invest in £50 million upgrade of Gloucester factory

Reaffirming the city's status as 'the home of British ice cream', global manufacturer The Magnum Ice Cream Company announces a £50...
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County council backs single unitary option for Gloucestershire's local government restructure

Gloucestershire County Council backs the formation of a single unitary authority for the whole county in England's local...
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7 key advantages of the new Stagecoach bus network in Cheltenham

With faster journeys, better connections and more buses offering passengers flexibility, SoGlos rounds up some of the biggest...
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Forest of Dean vineyard named one of the best wineries in the world

Ranking alongside the world's very best and most iconic producers, Three Choirs Vineyards in Newent is named one of the top 50...
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Cheltenham clinic's pain-free new treatment accelerates healing from the waiting room

SoGlos sits down with Stephanie Smith-Rowles from Pea Green Physio to find out how new magnetic therapy technology at her clinic...
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'I always tell the pupils I would have given anything to be able to attend a school like The Crypt growing up'

Getting the space they need to explore their new surroundings and form the first bonds of friendship with their classmates, head...
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14 of the best happy hours in Gloucestershire

From kicking off the weekend with cocktails and fizz, to midweek pints with your work mates, SoGlos rounds up 14 of the best happy...
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15 of the best independent shops to visit in Tewkesbury

From sweet treats, books and vinyl records, to handmade homeware and gifts, you're sure to find something for every taste when...
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Gloucestershire Business Awards 2025 winners revealed

Following a dazzling ceremony to celebrate its fifth year, the Gloucestershire Business Awards 2025 winners can now be revealed –...
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First look: Inside Cheltenham's new home entertainment store that's 'part showroom, part playground'

With Gloucestershire home entertainment specialist Smart Home Sounds opening its flagship experience store in Cheltenham this...
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Gloucester Rugby and Willans LLP helping local firms boost performance with business club relaunch

A Gloucester Rugby-led forum that brings together like-minded local business leaders relaunches this November 2025, with a new...
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6 best Christmas ice rinks in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

Get your skates on in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, with SoGlos rounding up the best places to go ice skating across the...
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10 best things to do in Gloucestershire in November 2025

From mesmerising light installations to seasonal ice skating opportunities, winter is coming to Gloucestershire, with plenty of...
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New £750,000 community hub and library opens in Berkeley

After years of volunteer-led planning and fundraising, a community hub and library in Berkeley promising to provide a range of...
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£1 million Cheltenham home in a peaceful sanctuary near town centre hits the market

With its bright, flexible living spaces, high-end features and finishes and energy efficiency throughout, 3 Broadmayne Mews in...
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Cavendish House will remain open as owner takes back full control from tenant

The owner of Cavendish House has taken back full responsibility for its management – with its pop-up traders continuing to operate...