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 lawyers ranked among the best in the south west in prestigious legal guides

Cheltenham-based solicitors Willans LLP is named among the UK's best law firms in 2024, with a host of high profile rankings for...
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Last chance for businesses to take up exclusive £495 video content offer in 2024

Businesses have one last opportunity to gain high quality promotional video for less than £500 in 2024 — through an exclusive...
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Agent appointed to market the sale of Gloucestershire Airport

A leading estate agent has been appointed to find a new owner for the county's thriving aviation hub, Gloucestershire Airport,...
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This Country star announced as last minute headliner for Cirencester History Festival

Best known for his role as Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe in hit Cotswolds-set BBC series This Country, Cirencester's Charlie Cooper joins...
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Nearly £700,000 secured for new housing development in Gloucester city centre

Gloucester City Council has secured significant funding to prepare a central brownfield site that has stood vacant for several...
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Gloucester-based construction firm appoints new managing director to lead on shop fitting and interiors

A Gloucestershire construction firm known for delivering impressive commercial projects across the UK appoints a new managing...
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University of Gloucestershire Oxstalls Campus

University of Gloucestershire Oxstalls Campus, Oxstalls Lane, Longlevens, Gloucestershire, GL2 9HW

The University of Gloucestershire Oxstalls Campus in Gloucester comprises the university's business school, international-standard...
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9 ways Rendcomb College provides outstanding facilities for its students

From first-class teaching resources to state-of-the-art sports and performing arts spaces, SoGlos rounds up nine ways that the...
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Eat, drink and be merry this autumn and winter at one of the Cotswolds’ cosiest pubs

From an autumn soirée and board games on Sundays, to carols at the piano and delicious festive food, there are plenty of...
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Free tickets now available for Gloucestershire's leading business sustainability conference

Gloucestershire businesses have another valuable chance to discover how they can accelerate their journey towards net zero this...
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Gloucester-based global manufacturer gets active to raise thousands for children's charity

Staff at one of Gloucestershire's biggest manufacturing businesses, Prima Dental, have been baking, running, cycling and much more...
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9 effective ways to prepare your Gloucestershire property for winter

As the nights draw in and the weather turns, it's important to consider how well prepared our homes and business premises are to...
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The family-sized EV that pairs practicality with a splash of luxury

With enough room for the whole family plus space to pack all you'll need for days out or longer trips, SoGlos's EV of the month...
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New fish farm and restaurant to deliver multi-million-pound boost for the Forest of Dean

A major new fish farm and foodie destination is to be developed by a leading Gloucestershire food producer near a popular Forest...
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Senior business appointments in Gloucestershire series

SoGlos picks out the most noteworthy senior business appointments in Gloucestershire each month, with hires across sectors from...
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Future of Gloucester ice rink and Christmas market secured

Gloucester's popular ice rink and Christmas market will return to the docks every winter until at least 2029, after councillors...
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7 major Gloucestershire business hires in September 2024

SoGlos rounds up seven noteworthy business appointments in Gloucestershire in September 2024 — with a new direction for a former...
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Rendcomb College

Rendcomb, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 7HA

Promising to let children be ‘free to be themselves’, Rendcomb College in Cirencester is an independent day and boarding school...
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TV comedian and podcaster brings stand-up show to Gloucestershire

Top comedian and co-host of one of the UK's favourite podcasts, Josh Widdicombe, announces he is bringing his new stand-up show to...
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Cheltenham MP appointed parliament spokesperson for culture, media and sport

Cheltenham's recently elected MP is now one of the leading voices for culture, media and sport in UK parliament with his...
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Forest of Dean attraction named the UK's most scenic running route

One of the Forest of Dean's most popular tourist attractions has been named as the most scenic place to go for a run in the UK —...
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New executive director appointed to take award-winning Cotswolds theatre 'to the next level'

Cirencester's award-winning production house, the Barn Theatre, appoints an experienced theatre producer as its new executive...
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UK's first 'brain food' menu launched in schools by Gloucestershire wholesaler

A Gloucestershire-based food wholesaler has partnered with a leading dietician to launch the UK's first 'brain food' menu in...
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Local beer, drag show and a spooky cellar party on offer at Cirencester's oldest hotel

From a glamorous bottomless bunch to a 'deadly' Halloween disco and a toast to local beer, it's time to party this autumn and...
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Work begins on new £1.5 million business and residential space in Stroud

Delivering brand-new retail space, offices and executive apartments in the centre of town, the latest phase of development works...