SoGlos

SoGlos relocates to 'Gloucestershire's coolest offices' with international beauty brand

Demonstrating the strength of the business community and a new wave of creative collaboration, Gloucestershire's leading media...

Former UK defence secretary appointed to board of Gloucester-based materials technology firm

A Gloucester-headquartered, global supplier of insulation systems for energy and industry appoints former UK defence secretary Sir...

Explore how your business could benefit from corporate membership at Brickhampton Court in 2025

Give your business the competitive edge by creating memorable experiences with clients on the course, away from the boardroom,...

International aerospace firm opens new facility as part of major investment in Gloucestershire

One of the world's largest aircraft equipment manufacturers, Safran, opens a new engineering and support centre at its Gloucester...

SLG celebrates 10 years of 'dry shampoo innovation' with new super absorbent formula

Pioneering beauty brand company, SLG, was the first to develop an invisible dry shampoo 10 years ago, when COLAB launched from its...

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...

Redcliffe Homes hires first chief operating officer as part of 'ambitious expansion plans'

Award-winning independent house builder, Redcliffe Homes, announces the appointment of its first ever COO, as part of a strategic...

Projects, events and engagement strengthened at Cheltenham BID with two new management hires

Cheltenham BID receives a spring boost this April 2025 with the appointment of two new members of staff.

Cotswolds estate agent appoints new sales director to help hit 'new heights'

The Cheltenham office of national property expert and estate agency, Jackson-Stops, appoints an 'exceptional' new sales director...

SoGlos social media followers soar past 100,000

Hitting a new high, SoGlos's social media followers have grown beyond the milestone 100,000 mark — reaching engaged, local...

Longborough Festival Opera founder has died

Martin Graham, the founder of popular Cotswolds music event Longborough Festival Opera, has died at the age of 83 this April 2025.

Gloucester business premises rank third in the UK for energy efficiency

Gloucester has been ranked one of the most energy efficient places in the UK to start a business, with a bigger percentage of its...

'Bumper' sales growth for Gloucester Quays as big brands reinvest

Retail and hospitality brands at Gloucester Quays have sustained the impressive sales growth achieved at the centre in recent...

'We’re having fun with it and it shows on the plate' – Cotswolds restaurant welcomes new head chef

Popular Cirencester restaurant and cocktail bar Téatro is celebrating the arrival of its new head chef this April 2025, with the...

The former apprentices breaking new ground with AccXel's progressive upskilling programme

The UK's first industry-led construction school, AccXel in the Forest of Dean, is celebrating the ambition of two of its former...

Gloucestershire car parts manufacturer named the UK metal industry's company of the year

A Gloucester-based firm which manufactures vehicle structures for some of Europe's biggest car brands has been recognised for its...

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...

Multi-million-pound Cotswolds Designer Outlet steps closer to completion with global fashion powerhouse joining shopping lineup

Global fashion brand BOSS joins M&S, Levi's, GUESS, Adidas, Sweaty Betty and more at the brand-new Cotswolds Designer Outlet –...

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

The public has spoken! SoGlos readers have cast their votes to decide the finalists for this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle...

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...

Gloucestershire business making innovative snacks for the elderly gets £25,000 funding boost

A Gloucestershire business creating innovative, nutritious snack bars for elderly people is getting a £25,000 cash injection from...

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.

New regional chair appointed to Federation of Small Businesses to strengthen volunteering in the south west

The Federation of Small Businesses has appointed a new regional chair to its board, to lead the business group's volunteer...

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...

International law firm rewards 'top drawer' Cheltenham staff with senior promotions

The Cheltenham office of international private capital law firm, Charles Russell Speechlys, promotes two of its lawyers to partner...

M&S officially opens new Cheltenham Centrum store

Cheltenham's new M&S store has officially opened its doors — with Percy Pig making an appearance on launch day, too!

Three female residential agents promoted to directors at Savills branch in the Cotswolds

Savills announces four promotions across its Cotswolds business, with members of its residential sales team becoming directors.

Willans LLP solicitors partners with Pride in Gloucestershire for second year in a row

For the second year in a row, Willans LLP solicitors in Cheltenham is showing its pride, partnering with Pride in Gloucestershire...

Government's spring statement could bring positive growth to Gloucestershire, says tax expert

With Rachel Reeves' first spring statement now revealed, one of Gloucestershire's leading tax and finance firms says that it could...

£20,000 grants launch in Gloucestershire to help manufacturers adopt latest technologies

A new government-backed programme has launched in Gloucestershire, offering county manufacturers financial help to get on board...

Gloucester Cathedral appoints new chief operating officer and chapter steward

In the midst of 'exciting' projects to preserve its assets and architecture for future generations, Gloucester Cathedral announces...

Multi-million-pound Gloucester factory upgrade will 'secure the future' of the UK's favourite ice cream brands

The company which manufactures some of the UK's most popular ice creams in Gloucester — including brands like Magnum, Cornetto and...

Gloucester City Council to bring the management of car parks back in house

In a bid to 'make it easier' for shoppers visiting the city and to save taxpayers over £100,000 a year, key car parks in...

Cheltenham Racecourse owner appoints new group chief executive

British horseracing's largest commercial organisation and owner of Cheltenham Racecourse, The Jockey Club, appoints an experienced...

Gloucestershire Engineering Training reveals plans for dedicated higher education facility to meet growing demand from employers

Expanding to meet demand for higher education in advanced skills, Gloucestershire Engineering Training (GET) announces plans to...

Gloucestershire-based international airline academy appoints new head of safety

US and UK airline training academy Skyborne, which has a base at Gloucestershire Airport, has appointed a new group head of safety...

Here's what you need to know from the government's Spring Statement

With Chancellor Rachel Reeves promising growth, security and 'more money in people's pockets', leading accountancy firm Hazlewoods...

New CEO appointed to 'accelerate' growth for leading Gloucestershire events firm

A Gloucestershire company which provides services for world-renowned events like the FA Cup and Formula One appoints a new CEO...

New retail director appointed to help 'shape the future' of Gloucestershire-based kitchenware brand

One of the UK's leading kitchenware brands, Gloucestershire-based ProCook, appoints a new director to oversee the company's retail...

Stroud Brewery wins top sustainability award at the 'Oscars of beer'

Recognising its 'pioneering' approach to combining brewing and sustainability, Stroud Brewery has scooped a prestigious award at...

University students call for action to support grassroots musicians and songwriters in Gloucestershire

In a first-of-its-kind report for the region, music business students from the University of Gloucestershire are calling on the...

Independent Gloucestershire laundry brand to be stocked in Tesco

Reaching a major milestone in its mission to 'elevate laundry', Gloucestershire-based brand Tallow + Ash is set to be stocked in...

Independent girls' school to start accepting boys

In a 'truly transformative' move, an independent school near Gloucestershire that has only ever accepted girls will welcome boys...

New mentoring scheme launches to help established Gloucestershire businesses kickstart further growth

With the aim of helping established businesses in the county break down barriers to further growth, The Growth Hub Gloucestershire...

200-year-old Cheltenham pub saved from being converted into homes

A Cheltenham pub which was threatened with closure after its owner submitted plans to turn it into homes has been protected for...

New Forest of Dean restaurant and winery next door to 12th-century abbey is approved

Historic buildings at an 850-year-old farm in the Forest of Dean are set to be transformed into a foodie and wine-tasting...

B Corps in Gloucestershire grow by £20 million in last year

Gloucestershire's business sector goes green! New research reveals that certified B Corp organisations in the county have grown by...

Martin Clunes cuts the ribbon on new state-of-the-art veterinary nursing and technical skills centre

Hartpury University's brand-new veterinary nursing and technical skills centre is officially open after a special event with an...

Jude Bellingham visits Forest of Dean factory to support launch of new sports drink

Sporting superstar Jude Bellingham was spotted at a Forest factory this March 2025, to support the launch of a new Lucozade...

Councils back plans to create two new unitary authorities in Gloucestershire

Two of the county's district councils are backing a proposal from local MPs to create two new unitary councils in Gloucestershire,...

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.

Two Gloucestershire locations named as UK's best places for jobs in 2025

In a new survey analysing the job market and employment opportunities across the UK's cities and towns, two Gloucestershire...

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...

Gloucestershire accountancy firm targets regional growth with new Bristol office

One of Gloucestershire's largest independent accounting and business advisory firms, Hazlewoods, opens a new office in Bristol, as...

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...

Iconic Cheltenham Promenade could soon be paved with tarmac

In a plan to cut long-term repair costs and maintain van access for markets, Gloucestershire County Council is considering...

One of the most popular pubs in the Cotswolds is looking for new tenants

A Cotswolds pub popular with race fans and festivalgoers is looking for new tenants to take over from September 2025.

Discover how your Cheltenham business can build a pathway to net zero through cross-sector collaboration

Cheltenham businesses are being encouraged to find out why they should be working towards net zero and how they can develop a...

Cheltenham tax firm reveals action farmers can take now against 'family farm tax'

Since the government's announcement that agricultural property relief would be reduced, many farmers across the country have...

New £20 million special school to be built in Cheltenham

A new 200-place special school will be developed in Cheltenham over the next three years, with Gloucestershire County Council...

£13.7 million funding boost for major Gloucestershire transport projects

Millions of pounds in funding is allocated to major Gloucestershire transport projects, including key upgrades to the M5 and new...

24-year-old Paw Patrol voice actor from Cheltenham launches alcoholic iced tea

A voice actor from Cheltenham famed for being the voice of Chase in Paw Patrol has launched his own range of alcoholic iced tea.

Work starts on latest phase of Gloucestershire Cycle Spine

Construction work on the next phase of the Gloucestershire Cycle Spine gets underway in Gloucester city centre this March 2025.

New tech-enabled storage facility launches near Cheltenham

Cube Storage, Gloucestershire's progressive new self-storage facility, is now fully operational, providing a flexible and secure...

Cotswolds Designer Outlet appoints two new managers to 'positively shape' summer 2025 opening

As work gathers pace and scaffolding comes down, Gloucestershire's new luxury shopping destination, Cotswolds Designer Outlet, has...

Here's how you can get Click and Collect at Primark in Cheltenham

Primark in Cheltenham is launching a Click and Collect service for the first time this February 2025.

How Gloucestershire businesses can prioritise environmental and social goals this B Corp Month

This B Corp Month, Gloucestershire's original organic brewer and B Corp, Stroud Brewery, shares how companies can embrace the B...

First phase of major Stroudwater 13 development completed with sale of £3.7 million industrial unit

A key part of Stonehouse's new commercial property development, Stroudwater 13, has been sold to a private investor this February...

Cheltenham-based marketing specialist expands with new group account director

An award-winning email marketing agency which provides solutions for nationally recognised brands continues to expand its scope...

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...

Gloucestershire accountancy firm ranked one of UK's top 10 advisers

Gloucestershire-based accountancy, tax and audit firm, Hazlewoods, has been named one of the UK's top 10 advisers for mergers and...

£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...

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...

New event series to offer actionable growth support to Gloucestershire businesses

A new forum backed by more than 20 local organisations has been set up to support the growth of Gloucestershire businesses across...

Businesses aim to raise £40 million to regenerate Cheltenham using exclusively local talent

Cheltenham property businesses are joining forces to drive 'luxurious' residential development in the town using exclusively local...

£1.75 billion project will bring nearly 300 additional trains through Cheltenham every week

Rail passengers who regularly travel between Cheltenham and Birmingham will benefit from a hugely expanded timetable — with an...

Gloucester Rugby showcases new look for conference and hospitality facilities at Kingsholm Stadium

Kingsholm is levelling up its event experiences by combining its heritage and hospitality to forge a new direction in 2025.

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...

David Lloyd submits plans for new fitness club in Gloucestershire

Gym group David Lloyd has submitted plans to Tewkesbury Borough Council this February 2025 — with the luxurious new facilities...

New chief executive appointed at Gloucestershire County Council

The chief executive of a south west unitary council with experience of leadership at regional level transfers to Gloucestershire...

The Padel Club receives planning permission to launch in Cheltenham

The Padel Club is bringing four state-of-the-art indoor panoramic padel courts to Festival Trade Park, in Cheltenham —...

Innovative Gloucestershire clean energy firm to create first demonstrator plant in Stroud countryside

A Gloucester company that aims to radically innovate the energy sector by turning plant-based material — including waste plastics...

Cotswold Airport appoints Heathrow safety head to its board of directors

An experienced aviation safety expert is appointed to the board of directors at Cotswold Airport this February 2025, with a view...

Victory for Julian Dunkerton as outdoor terrace plans for No.131 approved by council

Businessman Julian Dunkerton is celebrating tonight after Cheltenham Borough Council's planning committee gave him the green light...

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...

Award-winning Cheltenham hotel launches business package that boosts happy hormones

A Cheltenham hotel has created a meeting room package with a difference for Gloucestershire businesses — focusing on staff's...

Lifesaving Gloucestershire charity awarded for its 'outstanding' workplace culture

One of Gloucestershire's lifesaving air ambulance services, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, has been recognised for the...

New chair appointed to bring 'fresh perspective' to Gloucester BID

With a view to providing better value for money and getting local businesses more involved in its projects, Gloucester BID has...

Former Gloucester Rugby player appointed as club commercial sales director

Already a familiar name to Cherry and Whites fans, former Gloucester Rugby player and successful businessman James Forrester is...

Nailsworth-based wine merchants win big at national drinks awards

Wine and spirit specialist, Vinotopia in Nailsworth is awarded the title of Independent Drinks Retailer of the Year at the 2025...

Julian Dunkerton thanks public for support ahead of planning verdict on No.131 marquees

Cheltenham Borough Council's Planning Committee is poised to reveal its decision on the future of the outdoor area of No.131....

Cheltenham business park announces one of Gloucestershire’s largest office lettings

A specialist insurance firm from Worcestershire has signed a new lease for 18,500 sq ft of office space at Grange Park in Bishop's...

Leading Cheltenham law firm announces two new equity partners to boost leadership team

One of Gloucestershire's fastest-growing law firms, Lodders, has announced the promotion of two new equity partners at its...

The new firm that's showing Gloucestershire accountants how to thrive in the digital age

The Modern Firm is a new accounting consultancy based in Cheltenham, headed up by founder Luke Farren, which offers tech-driven...

Cheltenham businessman appointed to board of global marketing advisory firm

Fresh from being named 'one to watch' at a prestigious UK business awards in 2024, Cheltenham entrepreneur Oliver Bruce joins a...

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,...

See inside Moog's £50 million 'smart factory' and find out how to join as an apprentice

Find out what it's like to work at one of the world's most cutting-edge engineering firms and see inside its state-of-the-art...

AccXel CEO is appointed patron of Gloucestershire counselling charity

Nicola Bird, the CEO of AccXel construction school and COO of Forest of Dean construction firm KW Bell Group, has been appointed...

Gloucestershire CEO features alongside famous names as guest on top business podcast

Following in the footsteps of business leaders he admires, the founder and CEO of Cotswolds workwear firm, Penguin Uniform,...

Cheltenham Festivals celebrates 80th anniversary with an exciting new family event for 2025

Celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, Cheltenham Festivals is bringing arts, culture and music to more children and young...

Tewkesbury Borough Council cancels its name change due to ongoing devolution talks

Having previously voted to change its name to better reflect its communities, Tewkesbury Borough Council has cancelled the rebrand...

Cheltenham-based video production firm wins prestigious Global Recognition Award

A family-run Cheltenham company has been named one of the world's best for producing engaging promotional video content — winning...

Award-winning celebrity chef joins the team at Cheltenham's rooftop restaurant

The Nook on Five has appointed celebrity chef and TV personality, John Burton-Race, as executive head chef, shaking up the kitchen...

International law firm appoints Cheltenham-based senior planning and infrastructure consultant

A renowned international law firm specialising in private capital appoints a new Cheltenham-based senior consultant to bolster its...

Gloucester-based nutrition specialist partners with the UK's leading professional cycling team

A global sports nutrition brand based in Gloucester — which supplies products to some of the world's biggest clubs and athletes —...

Local cyber firm unveils innovative AI service to support Gloucestershire businesses

Not sure where to start with AI? Optimising IT has partnered with award-winning data and AI experts, DATA³, to help...

Helping families to resolve separations with dignity and respect

Charlotte Perry, a partner and collaborative trained solicitor at Knights in Cheltenham, is bringing a unique and forward-thinking...

Stroud business opens UK's first fully plant-based workplace canteen

A national green energy company based in Stroud has opened the UK's first fully plant-based canteen for its staff.

How your business can support Gloucestershire's biggest youth work charity in 2025

Choose to make a positive change for your company in 2025 — and make a meaningful difference to local young people and families...

Restructure will unlock funding to further 'enhance the vitality' of Cheltenham — chief executive of Cheltenham BID

A planned restructure of Cheltenham BID will free up funding for further town enhancements that will 'directly benefit...

Competitive bodybuilder from Cheltenham joins cast of BBC's The Apprentice

The 18 candidates vying for the grand prize of the brand-new series of The Apprentice is revealed, with a former Cheltonian making...

Kinn Kinn brings authentic Thai flavours to Gloucester Food Dock

Newport-based Thai street food operator Kinn Kinn is the newest eatery to join the independent Food Dock community in Gloucester...

Family-owned Cheltenham firm reveals milestone partnership with Gloucester Rugby

The Cheltenham-based UK partner of an industry-leading French construction brand is teaming up with Gloucester Rugby in 2025, to...

Hundreds sign petition to save historic Cheltenham pub from being converted into homes

A campaign to see a 200-year-old pub in Cheltenham saved from being turned into homes is gathering support from the local...

Leading Cheltenham law firm strengthens with four new partner appointments

Four new faces are announced as partners at leading Cheltenham law firm Willans LLP this January 2025, with a view to building on...

Gloucestershire business park celebrates sustainability and wellbeing award

Experiencing significant success, Grange Park receives a prestigious Green Apple Gold Environment Award in the Property and Estate...

Gloucester-based international web hosting firm becomes first tenant at £107 million Forum development

Gloucester-based internet service and hosting provider, Fasthosts, officially opened its new offices at The Forum this January...

First look: Inside The Tavern pub with big ambitions for Cheltenham

Previously part of Julian Dunkerton's Lucky Onion group before being taken over by Youngs & Co Brewery, The Tavern in Cheltenham...

Baylis Group opens Suzuki dealership in Cheltenham

Continuing to expand its portfolio, Baylis Group — which has locations across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire and...

How Gloucestershire tech businesses could secure thousands in funding in 2025

Having secured £2 million in funding for south west businesses in 2024, the Growth Forge tech accelerator is now open for...

New CEO appointed at Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park

Having played a pivotal role in the growth and development of one of Gloucestershire's best known family attractions, the general...

Leading law firm opens new sustainable office in Gloucester

The strategic move from WSP Solicitors comes as demand for legal services continues to grow in Gloucestershire and beyond.

Business takes the top spot as most popular section with SoGlos readers

Officially now the most popular section on SoGlos, the Business section was the most-visited on the online magazine in 2024 —...

Gloucestershire charitable foundation The Barnwood Trust is recruiting a new CEO

With Dr Sally Byng stepping down after 16 years in 2025, Cheltenham-based charitable foundation, The Barnwood Trust, is on the...

Everything you need to know about the restructuring of Gloucestershire's local government

With the announcement that the UK government intends to reform how local councils are structured in England, SoGlos looks at the...

Gloucestershire accountancy firm achieves £1 billion year in 2024

With over a billion pounds' worth of mergers and acquisitions under its belt in 2024, Gloucestershire accountancy firm Hazlewoods...

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...

SoGlos announces Charity of the Year 2025

SoGlos is delighted to announce Young Gloucestershire as our Charity of the Year for 2025, launching a new partnership to support...

Tourism contributes over £300 million to Gloucester's local economy

New figures show that tourism contributes more than £300 million to the local economy in Gloucester — with tourists spending most...

Gloucestershire mum's petition to change law on social media is being debated in parliament

Jools' Law, a petition from a bereaved Gloucestershire mum to grant parents access to their children's social media accounts, is...

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...

New year and new principal for SGS College

South Gloucestershire and Stroud (SGS) College announces a fresh appointment to welcome in 2025, with its new principal and CEO...

Get 50 per cent off at Cheltenham's premium co-working space

Cheltenham's premium co-working venue, The Workplace, is offering new members 50 per cent off this January 2025 — with dedicated...

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...

Council granted extension to build £9 million Forest of Dean community and leisure centre

Forest of Dean District Council has been granted an extension to spend millions of pounds awarded by the UK government to build a...

UK's largest wildlife bridge planned for Gloucestershire

There are plans to build the UK's largest nature crossing bridge as part of Gloucestershire's multi-million-pound A417 Missing...

Leading Gloucestershire construction firm appoints new directors to ensure 'enduring success'

Family-owned Gloucestershire construction firm E G Carter & Co marks its 80th year in business by announcing the appointments of...

Gloucestershire charity founder awarded OBE in 2025 New Year Honours List

The founder and CEO of a leading Gloucestershire-based charity that works to tackle violence against women and girls has been...

Councils will consider 'what's in it for Gloucestershire' when making decisions on reorganisation

Gloucestershire councils say they will 'carefully' consider the detail of the government's devolution plans before deciding...

Hartpury University and College intalls state-of-the-art robotic milking system at its campus farm

Gloucestershire's Hartpury University and College's Home Farm is embracing new technologies with the installation of a new...

Gloucestershire's biggest business news of 2024

With the New Year looming, SoGlos takes a look back at the biggest business stories published in 2024 — from the Autumn Budget to...

Cinderford construction leader appointed to national green skills advisory board

A joint managing director of the UK's first industry-led construction school, AccXel in Cinderford, has been appointed to a new...

Cheltenham-based Emerge Digital wins new contracts worth £500k

Technology and digital innovation provider, Emerge Digital has announced a round of new contracts worth half a million pounds, as...

'Pantomimes are not just a festive highlight; they play a crucial role in the financial sustainability of The Roses Theatre'

As well as providing a fantastic festive tradition for families across Tewkesbury and beyond, The Roses Theatre's annual pantomime...

Cheltenham business coach appointed director of content and 'edutainment' for leading UK franchise group

A Cheltenham business coach with leading professional training franchise, ActionCOACH UK, is vowing to help more businesses...

Benefact Group appoints new CFO to 'spearhead strategic initiatives' for growth and to reach a target of £250 million for good causes

Parent company of Ecclesiastical Insurance and EdenTree, Benefact Group appoints a new CFO — a former actuarial student who has...

Name change for borough council in Gloucestershire delayed until 2025

The renaming of a Gloucestershire council to better represent communities and spur economic growth has been delayed this December...

Gloucestershire businesses can apply for £15,000 support for innovative farming tech projects

Agriculture and environment-focused firms in Gloucestershire are being invited to apply for £15,000 worth of expert business...

Cheltenham commercial design group named one of the UK's best places to work

A commercial design group based in Cheltenham has won a prestigious Great Place to Work certification, after previously scooping...

Cheltenham cyber expert reveals most common Christmas scams — and how to avoid them

Cheltenham-based managed service provider, ReformIT, reveals the most common cyber scams circulating at Christmas — and shares how...

GCHQ reveals its annual Christmas code-cracker puzzle — can you solve it?

Festive thinking caps on! GCHQ is inviting Gloucestershire youngsters (and those who are young at heart) to take on its annual...

Willans announces three-year partnership with Gloucester Rugby

Cheltenham-based Willans LLP solicitors has become the official partner and legal services provider for the county's leading...

Co-founder of Gloucestershire engineering heavyweight Renishaw dies aged 84

Sir David McMurtry, co-founder of Renishaw and a globally recognised engineering innovator, passes away aged 84 — leaving an...

Leading Cotswolds independent school appoints new head of college

Cirencester's co-educational day and boarding school, Rendcomb College, announces the appointment of an experienced senior...

The White Company opens brand-new store in the Cotswolds

Launching just in time for the Christmas shopping rush, luxury lifestyle brand The White Company opens a brand-new store in the...

Council approves plans for Gloucestershire's first Costco — with construction set to start soon

After many months of discussions, Gloucester City Council has finally approved plans for the county's first Costco store.

New £5.8 million cyber and digital centre opens at University of Gloucestershire

Officially opened by the director of GCHQ, FuturePark is a brand-new, £5.8 million cyber and digital centre at the University of...

Festive fire safety: Top tips for protecting Gloucestershire businesses, staff and customers this Christmas

The festive season is a bustling time for businesses across Gloucestershire, with increased stock, decorations and customer...

Gloucester software company introduces innovative tracking technology to protect lone workers

Gloucester-based Protrack Group has added a new lone working solution to its range of tracking solutions, to help protect and...

David Lloyd in talks to open second Gloucestershire club

David Lloyd Leisure, the luxury health and fitness group, is in talks to open its second Gloucestershire club — read on to find...

Gloucestershire's biggest wealth management firm announces 500 job cuts

St. James's Place is set to make 500 redundancies as part of a strategy to save up to £200 million — but it's noted that the...

Gloucestershire IT firm partners with global AI expert to provide 'next generation' growth solutions for businesses

Optimising IT has teamed up with a global data and AI consultancy to help businesses leverage data, AI and automation to drive...

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...

Become part of Gloucestershire's leading directory for food and drink producers

Gathering over 160 members and affiliates since it launched in 2022, Made in Gloucestershire is steadfast in its mission to...

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...

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...

Gloucestershire-based HR consultancy announces exciting acquisition strengthening regional service offerings

Under the terms of a new acquisition, HR People Support will integrate the HR division of HR Champions into its existing business,...

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 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...

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...

The Beefy Boys reveals location for fourth restaurant

Growing from strength to strength, The Beefy Boys announces the official location for its fourth UK restaurant — read on to see...

Gloucestershire laundry business launches enigmatic Black Friday offer

Gloucestershire-based laundry brand, Tallow + Ash, is launching a unique Black Friday offer where customers could win their very...

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...

How you could soon buy Hobbs House Bakery buns with Bitcoin

According to Henry Herbert, sales director at Hobbs House Bakery, it's time to start taking digital currency Bitcoin seriously. As...

New £10.9 million independent school opens in Gloucester

Supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, a new Gloucestershire school is helping children with social,...

New service delivery manager appointed at one of Gloucestershire's leading IT providers

Sean Rayner has been promoted to service delivery manager at Cheltenham-based ReformIT, to lead the team's busy operations...

Two major Gloucester destinations are accepting Gloucester Gift Card for the first time

Two of Gloucester's most popular shopping and leisure destinations — Gloucester Quays and Gloucester Food Dock — are accepting the...

Cult chicken wing restaurant confirms opening at Cheltenham's Brewery Quarter

Wingstop UK is opening its first Gloucestershire restaurant at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham, offering a signature menu of...

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...

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...

SoGlos is searching for its Charity of the Year 2025

Calling all Gloucestershire charities! We're now accepting applications for the next SoGlos Charity of the Year, to benefit from...

Gloucestershire firm wins fit out contract for pizza company's first restaurant outside London

A Gloucester-based renovations and refurbishment specialist has the won the contract to fit out a London pizza chain's first...

James Bond star Daniel Craig revealed as mystery donor who helped save Stroud's Brimscombe Mill

British actor and star of the James Bond franchise, Daniel Craig, has been revealed as one of the mystery benefactors who helped...

Cheltenham cider park launches new work-friendly breakfast club

Dunkertons Park on the edge of Cheltenham is launching a breakfast club this November 2024, serving up an array of new dishes in a...

Gloucestershire independent schools celebrated in parliament for community contributions

Two Gloucestershire independent schools have been celebrated in parliament this November 2024, with The King's School Gloucester...

Cirencester pet store launches first-of-its-kind dog food deliveries on Just Eat

Plenty of Gloucestershire Just Eat customers are now able to get pet care essentials delivered to their door in 30 minutes or...

Gloucestershire farmers impacted by latest budget announcement

With the 2024 Autumn Budget now announced, individuals and businesses across Gloucestershire are still digesting the highlights...

EXCLUSIVE: New owner for former Revolution Cheltenham bar reveals reopening plans

The owner of Cheltenham's Home & Botanic nightclub, Epic Bars and Clubs, has snapped up the former Revolution bar on Clarence...

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...

Cheltenham drinks firm goes global with £4.5 million expansion deal

Gravity Drinks has secured a £4.5 million financing package to help grow its exports to US, Japan, China and Australia.

Gloucester's The Music Works appoints new CEO

The Music Works in Gloucester is appointing a new CEO from January 2025, with artistic director and co-founder Malaki Patterson...

Award-winning Cheltenham physio clinic expands with innovative tech for treatments

Not only an expert in manual physiotherapy, Pea Green Physio takes a modern approach to treatment, employing innovative technology...

Gloucestershire green energy company helping to decarbonise Britain's TV and film industry

Stroud-based Ecotricity has been announced as the new partner for BAFTA albert's Creative Energy Scheme, supplying green energy to...

Greek street food restaurant opens its second Gloucestershire venue

Popular Greek eatery, Mr Souvlaki, has arrived at Five Valleys in Stroud, opening its second Gloucestershire venue at the shopping...

Gloucester Food Dock sponsors Gloucester-Hartpury Women's RFC

Scrum-thing special is cooking at Gloucester Food Dock as it gets behind Gloucester's elite women's rugby team.

The Brewery Quarter goes green with new solar panel array

Cheltenham's Brewery Quarter is a big step closer to achieving net zero with a brand-new rooftop solar panel array that's set to...

Cotswolds Designer Outlet marks one year of construction progress with appointment of centre manager

Looking towards a spring 2025 opening, Cotswolds Designer Outlet appoints a centre manager to lead the management team — as the...

£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...

Forest of Dean manufacturer of Ribena and Lucozade appoints new chief operating officer

An international drinks producer of iconic brands Ribena and Lucozade appoints new COO to its Forest of Dean manufacturing site.

Cotswolds hotel Buckland Manor welcomes award-winning new head chef

Edward Marsh has joined the team at luxury Cotswolds hotel Buckland Manor near Broadway.

Westonbirt Arboretum appoints new curator to lead its role in global tree conservation

Another step towards its vision to be a 'world leader in trees', Forestry England Westonbirt, The National Arboretum has announced...

£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,...

Gloucestershire aerospace firm opens international office in Florida

A leading aerospace firm, with offices in Bishop's Cleeve and Staverton, is opening an international office in Florida.

Staying safe on Bonfire Night: How businesses can protect against accidental arson

While many of us prepare for Bonfire Night by stocking up on sparklers and securing scarves to head out into the cold, businesses...

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...

Bold new plans to replace marquees at No. 131 in Cheltenham

In November 2023, Cheltenham Borough Council asked No. 131 The Promenade to remove its outdoor marquees. One year later, owner...

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...

£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...

Sparkling Christmas parties set to return to Cheltenham's Leonardo Hotels

Friends and colleagues in Gloucestershire can look forward to celebrating at Leonardo Hotels this winter, as its Christmas parties...

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...

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...

Gloucestershire charities launch Crowdfunder to build a better food system for Gloucester

Charities Wiggly and Project Grow have teamed up to create handcrafted sauce business 'Social Source' to help generate an income...

Cheltenham hotel wins national award for scientific approach to keeping staff happy

A boutique hotel near Cheltenham has been recognised at a national awards ceremony for looking after its staff, with praise for...

Pittville Park's Heritage Cafe closes for good

Pittville Park's popular Heritage Cafe has closed its doors permanently, as its 'temporary' pandemic offering comes to an end.

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...

Joules opens one of the UK's first new home sections near the Cotswolds

Popular lifestyle store, Joules, is launching one of its first home sections in the country at a newly reopened store just over...

Young Painswick pub team scoops AA Rosette award

Official accolade puts The Falcon Painswick in the top 10 per cent of UK pubs and restaurants.

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,...

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...

SoGlos vacancy: Sales manager

SoGlos is on the hunt for a dynamic sales manager to join our experienced sales team and help drive Gloucestershire’s leading...

Pink Floyd and Supertramp sound system manufacturer moves to Stonehouse

A sound system manufacturer that has provided products to world-famous rock bands including Pink Floyd and Supertramp is taking...

Superdry launches collaboration with Next for new children's clothing range

In a new chapter for Superdry, the Cheltenham fashion brand has teamed up with Next to launch a premium kidswear brand — Superdry...

Huge new top-end jewellery store is opening in Cheltenham

The former Royal Bank of Scotland bank in Cheltenham's The Promenade has had a massive makeover as it's transformed into a large...

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...

Gloucestershire kitchenware brand opening 10 new stores as it celebrates multi-million-pound revenue growth

Popular kitchenware brand ProCook, which is headquartered in Gloucestershire, releases its latest trading figures and announces...

Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024 official photos

See the official photos from the Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024, which brought finalists, partners and special guests to...

Cheltenham Literature Festival marks 75th year with Downing Street reception

As Cheltenham Literature Festival celebrates the conclusion of its 75th event, staff were invited to a special reception at...

Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024 winners revealed

The winners of the Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024, in partnership with Hazlewoods and Willans LLP solicitors, have been...

Issue 200 of SoGlos's weekly business newsletter celebrates Gloucestershire's thriving community

Delivered to thousands of Gloucestershire business leaders' and decision-makers' inboxes on a weekly basis, issue number 200 of...

Brimscombe Mill community saved by anonymous investor after public outcry

After months of uncertainty, Brimscombe Mill in Stroud has been bought by an anonymous investor, saving hundreds of jobs and...

Reiss clothing opens first shop in Gloucester

Upmarket fashion brand Reiss has opened its first store in Gloucester — and first outlet store in the south west — at Gloucester...

Stroud leisure centre reopening with plans for £2.7 million makeover

Stratford Park Leisure Centre is getting a £2.7 million revamp as Stroud District Council takes over managing the centre from...

All-new location tags give SoGlos readers the local stories that matter to them most

Another incremental tiptoe towards its mission to revolutionise regional media, SoGlos has introduced new location tags — spanning...

Gloucestershire businesswomen recognised at national awards

Two busineswomen from Gloucestershire have taken home awards at a national ceremony recognising female-owned businesses and...

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...

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...

Gloucestershire aviation firm that looks after 80,000 of the world's aircraft celebrates ambitious growth

One of Gloucestershire's biggest independent manufacturers and one of the world's leading suppliers of aircraft parts has doubled...

The Long Table secures new home in Cirencester — and here's when it's opening

Gloucestershire community kitchen, The Long Table — along with other Stroud community projects — has secured a new home to...

Cheltenham business owner crowned 'one to watch' at top UK business awards

Founder and CEO of PinPoint Media, Oliver Bruce, has been recognised as 'one to watch' in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business...

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...

Owner-managed business is booming in Gloucestershire as accountancy firm hires new audit director to tackle growth

Leading south west accountancy firm Bishop Fleming has hired a new audit director to keep up with the demand for audit services...

Record-breaking visitor numbers for Gloucestershire Libraries

With over 1.3 million visitors in the last year, Gloucestershire Libraries has reported an 11 per cent increase in footfall across...

Cheltenham firm named one of UK’s best workplaces in financial services and insurance

PoloWorks in Bishop's Cleeve has been crowned one of the leading large organisations in the 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces in Financial...

Groundbreaking Gloucestershire initiative offering swimming lessons for people of colour wins national award

Tackling the stark statistic that 95 per cent of Black British adults cannot swim, a trailblazing initiative to offer accessible...

Gloucestershire town named one of the best places in the UK for work/life balance and mental health

With generous salaries, short commutes, remote work culture and plenty of green space, Cheltenham ranks third in a new list of the...

TGI Fridays to close Gloucestershire restaurants

TGI Fridays restaurants in Cheltenham and Gloucester are set to close immediately after a rescue deal fails to save the franchise,...

Revolution Cheltenham's Grade II listed premises is up for sale or lease

The Grade II listed former church on Clarence Parade, which is currently occupied by Revolution Cheltenham, is on the market —...

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...

New chief commercial officer for multi-million-pound events company

Freemans Event Partners, headquartered in Gloucester, appoints a new chief commercial officer to help deliver its 'ambitious'...

Gloucestershire and Cotswold hotels featured in new accomodation awards from Michelin

Five incredible hotels in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds are given the prestigious stamp of approval from awarding body...

Gloucestershire Dobbies stores among 17 set to close before end of year

Closing date revealed for Dobbies Garden Centre site in Cheltenham, one of two Gloucestershire stores among those in the UK that...

Cheltenham Borough Council's town centre headquarters are up for sale

The iconic Grade II* listed centre of Cheltenham Borough Council's operations is up for sale, with the building marketed as being...

Cheltenham accountancy firm secures outstanding Ofsted rating for apprenticeships

An accountancy firm located in Cheltenham has become only the second ever in its sector in the UK to be awarded the coveted...

Gloucestershire College reveals new £5m construction training centre

Inspiring students to pursue careers in construction, all whilst cementing its commitment to sustainability, Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire's Creed Foodservice agrees to £70m deal with Kitwave

Gloucestershire's Creed Foodservice agrees to be acquired by Kitwave Wholesale Group (Kitwave) for £70m — with the enlarged group...

Gloucester revealed as the second best city in the UK for graduate opportunities

Analysing cities across the UK for rental properties, average salaries, entry-level job opportunities and enrichment activity...

University of Gloucestershire is one of the highest climbers in The Times Good University Guide

With a multitude of award wins under its belt and consistently high rankings in professional league tables, the University of...

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.

Finalists revealed for Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024

After intense deliberation and some heated exchanges, the judges have made their decisions — and the finalists for the...

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...

Judging panel meets to decide Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024 finalists

The judges for the Gloucestershire Business Awards met at the spectacular Bugatti Owners Club near Cheltenham this September 2024...

Sandford Parks Lido reveals brand-new name

Providing fitness, fun, family and heritage all in one, Cheltenham's iconic swimming pool, Sandford Parks Lido, has revealed its...

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...

Passion for cult Cheltenham pancakes sees new store opening in Gloucester

Independent pancake cake store, Sisu Pancakes, is bringing a new kiosk to Gloucester Quays to satisfy soaring demand for its...

New general manager of luxury Cheltenham hotel hopes to inspire the next generation

One of Cheltenham's most luxurious hotels, The Greenway Hotel & Spa has appointed a new general manager who hopes to inspire young...

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...

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...

Gloucestershire beer is on tap at the Houses of Parliament

In a bid to raise awareness of Organic September with key government decision-makers, Stroud Brewery's organic cask beer is...

Leading men's gift store is coming to Cheltenham's Brewery Quarter

Bringing a vibrant selection of gifts and gadgets for him to the centre of town, a well-known UK retailer is opening its newest...

SoGlos highly commended as one of UK's best regional websites at global journalism awards

SoGlos has been highly commended as one of the best UK regional websites of 2024 in Press Gazette's prestigious Future of Media...

Organic business is booming in the Cotswolds

This Organic September, the Soil Association has reported 12 years of consistent growth with consumer spending on organic food and...

Funding available for workplace EV charging in the Forest of Dean

Forest of Dean District Council has funding available for the installation of up to 40 electric vehicle charging points at...

New associate director at Cheltenham chartered surveyors looks forward to serving as 'role model and mentor' for women in industry

A senior surveyor at a leading Cheltenham-based firm has been rewarded for her contribution to its growth and success over the...

Stonehouse firm becomes first financial advisory company to achieve B Corp certification in Gloucestershire

A Stonehouse financial planning company becomes the first in Gloucestershire to achieve a B Corp certification in the county —...

Cheltenham engineering firm appoints new sales and marketing director to boost further growth

Cheltenham-based engineering firm, Future Advanced Manufacture, announces the appointment of its new sales and marketing director...

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...

First business to take office space at £107 million Forum site is announced

Gloucester's multi-million-pound city rejuvenation project, The Forum, announces its first business tenant to take up office space...

New webinar released by experts on how to harness the power of the brain with breathwork

Ever wondered about the art of connecting breath to emotional control? According to experts, this is a key technique in harnessing...

Venue revealed for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025

Pittville Pump Room in Cheltenham will host the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2025, as SoGlos brings the county's biggest...

Hewer FM hires its first marketing manager with a focus on business development in strategy shake-up

Regional gas engineering firm Hewer FM is shaking up its strategy for growth and brand awareness with the new hire of its first...

Designer showcases 30 years of fashion at iconic Cheltenham College wedding

A wedding at Cheltenham College brought a riot of colours and styles dating back 30 years to celebrate, not just love, but decades...

Leading outdoor clothing brand is opening in Gloucester this month

A popular outdoor clothing and accessories brand is opening only its second standalone store in the UK at a prominent spot in...

Leading UK motoring retailer acquires Gloucester showroom

A renowned car dealership and servicing group which has locations across England has added a prominent Gloucester showroom to its...

Borough council in Gloucestershire is changing its name

Following consultation with residents, businesses and town and parish councils, Tewkesbury Borough Council has voted in favour of...

New co-working space with free gym membership opens in Gloucestershire

Providing space for work-from-homers, hybrid teams, freelancers and start-ups to 'flourish not wilt', The Wheelhouse launches its...

Residents and businesses invited to help shape Gloucester's climate response

People who live and work in Gloucester are being encouraged to contribute to a council strategy for responding to the effects of...

Cotswold Water Park reveals its new name

Cotswold Water Park has begun the mammoth process of changing its name — with the new name finally approved and revealed.

The small electric SUV that's stacked with features for drivers

From interior gadgets that ensure comfort for all to handy functions that make for a smooth driving experience, SoGlos's EV of the...

Former Gloucester and England rugby star joins Cheltenham IT firm

A former Gloucester Rugby player and one-time England international has been appointed to the senior team at a leading...

£100,000 community fund and crowdfunding initiative is launching in Stroud

Community groups in Stroud are invited to bid for funding to make improvements in their local area, as part of a new crowdfunder...

Highly anticipated Omoda and Jaecoo SUVs go on sale for the first time in Gloucestershire

Family motor business WARNERS is embracing the future with the introduction of two of the fastest-growing global car brands with...

Plans to build 143 homes off the M5 near Tewkesbury are approved

An application to build 143 homes near the M5 at Tewkesbury, part of a larger plan to deliver hundreds of new homes for the...

Leading Cheltenham accountancy firm predicts the new government's Autumn Budget announcement

As speculation grows over the financial announcements we might expect in the government's first budget later this year, the tax...

Management buyout and senior reshuffle for leading Gloucestershire facilities firm

The managing director of leading Gloucestershire heating, electrical and renewables specialist, Hewer FM, becomes CEO of his...

Jeremy Clarkson opens his first Cotswolds pub

TV presenter-turned-farmer Jeremy Clarkson has championed rural life in his hit Amazon series Clarkson's Farm and now he's...

Independent barbershop launches Gloucestershire expansion

From cutting hair for celebs to winning prestigious awards, Sweeney Tom is expanding its offering to people across Gloucestershire...

New superfast EV charging is coming to Cheltenham car parks

Three new superfast electric vehicle charging hubs, offering 26 ultra rapid chargers across town, are set to be installed at...

£6.5 million sale of Berkeley science and technology park is complete

The sale of the 40-acre Gloucestershire Science and Technology park in Berkeley, which is set to become the site of a low carbon...

Minchinhampton hospice charity receives significant funding boost from Cheltenham accountancy firm

A long-standing Gloucestershire hospice, that's spent more than 35 years caring and supporting adults with life-limiting...

Cheltenham IT firm designs cutting-edge people management software

A team of Cheltenham IT experts has come up with a ground-breaking HR and client management application for companies of all...

£11 million funding for the regeneration of Gloucester Greyfriars quarter is 'under review'

The future of a project to regenerate part of Gloucester city centre into a stylish new market hall, community space and gardens...

Gloucestershire-based qualifications advisor gains prestigious accreditation for responsible practice

One of the world's leading international qualifications and skills advisors, Cheltenham-based Ecctis, has achieved a sought-after...

58-year-old Cotswolds accountants merges with leading south west firm

A chartered accountants, which has served the Cotswolds for nearly 60 years, is partnering with a leading south west firm this...

American Golf is opening huge new concession store in Gloucester

American Golf has teamed up with GO Outdoors and its first UK opening is a 3,000 sq ft concession that is officially opening its...

Gloucestershire lager named best in England at World Beer Awards 2024

A Gloucestershire brewery has claimed top honours at the prestigious World Beer Awards 2024, beating competition from across the...

Cheltenham cyber firm partners with US tech company to deliver cutting-edge projects

A Cheltenham-based cyber security business has formed an official partnership with a US-based tech firm to bring advanced cyber...

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.

One of Gloucestershire's most loved motor businesses rebrands as it embraces the future

For more than four decades WARNERS has been the go-to place in Gloucestershire for Citroën, Peugeot and Isuzu — and now it's added...

£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...

New government-backed community interest company aims to help Gloucestershire hospitality sector thrive

Food for Thought is a government-backed community interest company launching this August 2024, that aims to help hospitality...

New partner joins leading Gloucestershire accountants

Leading Gloucestershire-based accountancy and tax firm, Hazlewoods, is appointing a new partner in its corporate tax team this...

Persimmon Homes adds new commercial director to its Severn Valley team

National housebuilder Persimmon Homes announces the appointment of a new commercial director to manage its Severn Valley...

Forest of Dean engineering group secures contract to build first 3D printed village in the UK

Forest of Dean-based engineering group Versarien enters into a contract with national not-for-profit organisation, Building For...

Gloucestershire town is one of UK's best for job opportunities

Cheltenham has been recognised as one of the best places in the UK for job opportunities, making the list of the top 10 towns...

Opening date revealed for men's global fashion brand replacing Superdry on Cheltenham's Promenade

Popular international men's clothing brand, Charles Tyrwhitt, reveals official opening date, replacing the former Superdry store...

New partner appointed at leading Cheltenham tax and advisory firm

An experienced tax and investment specialist has been appointed partner at leading tax and advisory firm Crowe UK, which has an...

New board appointed to oversee business growth in Gloucestershire

Leading figures from Gloucestershire's business community have been appointed to a new Economic Growth Board this August 2024, to...

One lucky Gloucestershire charity could win a Christmas advert worth £4,000

A leading Gloucestershire video production company is offering one local charity an early Christmas present this August 2024 —...

Gloucestershire is one of the most caring places in the UK

The county of Gloucestershire has been named the second most caring place in the country — with nearby Bristol taking the top spot...

New CEO is taking the reins at Cheltenham Racecourse in 2025

An experienced sports senior executive and lifelong racing enthusiast has been appointed the new CEO of Cheltenham Racecourse, to...

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...

Gloucestershire brewery teams up with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to launch new gin brand for charity

Celebrated interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is collaborating with a Gloucestershire brewery to produce a 'luxurious' new...

New Golden Valley plans could bring £102 million to Cheltenham each year

Further plans have been submitted for Cheltenham's £1 billion Golden Valley development this summer 2024, with a mix of business,...

Major milestones reached on £200 million regeneration projects in Gloucester

Bringing a state-of-the-art education facility and first class office, residential and retail space into Gloucester city centre,...

WSP Solicitors strengthens senior team with associate promotions across family law and conveyancing

New roles for senior team members with decades of legal experience cement WSP Solicitors' ethos of investing in staff excellence.

Gloucester-based international accountancy firm announces big staffing boost with five senior promotions

International accounting, tax and business advisory group, Azets, has announced five key appointments to bolster its senior team...

Cheltenham’s Brewery Quarter reveals replacement store for former Wilko

UK’s leading outdoor retailer GO Outdoors is opening its latest Gloucestershire store at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham,...

Turning Cotswolds whisky waste into a brand new wildlife haven

Cotswolds Distillery has launched a wetlands ecological treatment system that uses waste water from whisky making to create a...

Gloucestershire dental manufacturer's sustainability action leads to green transformation

Taking meaningful action to reduce landfill disposal from 70 per cent to zero, cut carbon emissions by around 100 tonnes a year...

Cotswolds wealth firm reveals record £181 billion in client funds under its management

The UK's leading wealth management firm, Cotswolds-based St James's Place, reveals it remains 'a very strong and robust business'...

Gloucestershire scoops 105 gongs at national Great Taste awards

It's official — Gloucestershire tastes really, really good! Amassing an amazing 105 awards, producers from across the county are...

First look: Inside the revamped Tivoli pub in Cheltenham

Bringing a Cotswolds country vibe to Cheltenham, new owners Tom Noest and Peter Creed are thrilled with their fifth and biggest...

Brand-new £33-million-pound transport hub opens in Cheltenham

Officially beginning operations on Monday 29 July 2024, Gloucestershire's brand-new transport hub at Arle Court is open for...

Gloucestershire charity launches new Women's Safety Charter for businesses

Helping local businesses keep women safe in the workplace, Gloucestershire charity the Hollie Gazzard Trust is launching a new...

Get office space and free business support in one of Gloucestershire's fastest growing districts

Small business owners can access office space, facilities and expert advice to grow their business in one of Gloucestershire's...

Much-loved local charity pop-up opens at Cavendish House

Cheltenham Animal Shelter's new pop-up opens at Cavendish House this July 2024, helping raise vital funds to support the animals...

New name revealed for Cheltenham Town's football ground

Cheltenham Town FC has revealed its new naming rights partner, with the stadium taking on a new name for the next three seasons.

Minster Exchange officially opens in Cheltenham

A 20,000 sq ft tech workspace, the Minster Exchange, also referred to as the MX Innovation Centre, officially opens today — with...

Four new deputy lieutenants named for Gloucestershire to represent King Charles

With a key role in helping to represent King Charles III in Gloucestershire, four new deputy lieutenants have been announced this...

SoGlos's growing audience reaches a new high

SoGlos’s readership has grown by more than 10 per cent in the past 12-months, now reaching a monthly audience of 312,000 — an...

Tewkesbury not-for-profit appoints new head to lead collaboration on sustainability

A not-for-profit based in Tewkesbury that administrates the UK government's wood fuel quality schemes has appointed a new head...

Gloucestershire County Council leader is stepping down

Councillor Mark Hawthorne, who has been the leader of Gloucestershire County Council for the last 14 years, is stepping down this...

£2.7 million approved to modernise Stroud leisure centre and lido

A beloved sports and leisure centre and outdoor pool which has served communities in Stroud for decades is set for a major...

How to become a CEO — Gloucestershire recruitment firm reveals what it takes

Reaching the corporate summit might feel like a fantasy to those just starting out on their career journeys, but according to...

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...

Cheltenham insurance services company named one of the UK's best workplaces for women

Market leading Cheltenham insurance services firm, PoloWorks, has been named one of the best workplaces for women in the UK — one...

Why your best friend is a local solicitor when you're buying a new house

When it comes to expertise in property law, knowledge of a district and its property market, using a local and experienced firm is...

Leading Cheltenham accountants announces double partner hire to boost private client offering

Continuing its expansion in Gloucestershire and the south west, Cheltenham-based Bishop Fleming strengthens its private client...

Cheltenham brewery's pale ale named best beer in the UK

After an extensive voting process undertaken by a panel of 150 beer experts, Cheltenham independent brewery, DEYA, comes in at...

75 per cent of retail space secured at Cotswolds Designer Outlet ahead of spring 2025 opening

With a Phase One opening set for spring 2025, the new Cotswolds Designer Outlet near Tewkesbury has top fashion, sport and...

SoGlos celebrates 17 year anniversary with big plans for the future

SoGlos celebrates 17 years of showcasing Gloucestershire this July 2024, with preparations in place for a period of dynamic...

Gloucestershire law firm announces two key senior appointments to lead expanding team

Leading Cheltenham-based solicitors Frank Smith & Co has made two key appointments to head up its rapidly expanding wills, trusts...

Robot dog deployed to carry out surveys in the Forest of Dean

The first ever robot dog, designed to survey 'hard to reach' underground areas through AI, is put to the test in one of the Forest...

Gloucester PR company offers free desk space for creative professionals

Creatives in Gloucestershire have a chance to escape the loneliness of remote working by taking up desk space at the offices of a...

SoGlos in the finals for best regional website in global journalism awards

Press Gazette's prestigious Future of Media Awards 2024 shortlist has been revealed, with SoGlos making the finals for Regional...

Cheltenham businesses awarded £120,000 to fund net zero projects

A diverse range of businesses in Cheltenham have been awarded thousands in grant funding by the borough council for projects which...

Cotswold RAW set to double production with move to £1 million facility in Bourton-on-the-Water

Local pet food producer, Cotswold RAW, has invested £1 million in a state-of-the-art facility in Bourton-on-the-Water, as part of...

UK's first Active Bystander conference takes place in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire charity, the Hollie Gazzard Trust, hosted the UK's first Active Bystander conference in Gloucestershire this July...

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...

Exclusive VIP tickets released for British Eventing National Championships — your chance to mingle with very special guests

The British Eventing National Championships come to Gloucester for the first time, with world-class show jumping, dressage and...

Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024 judging gets underway with exclusive networking event

Judging is underway for the fourth annual Gloucestershire Business Awards, with shortlisted businesses coming together with the...

Cheltenham corporate advisory firm appoints new associate director

Award-winning corporate advisory firm GS Verde Group, which recently expanded into Cheltenham, announces the appointment of a new...

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...

Gloucestershire firm is helping to uncover the secrets of Stonehenge

Gloucestershire engineering giant, Renishaw, is helping a team of scientists uncover the origins of Stonehenge through its unique...

Cotswolds firm named UK employer of the year for best mental health support

An environmental consultancy based in Cirencester has been named employer of the year at the national InsideOut Awards 2024,...

Cotswold pub reveals expansion plans for new overnight accommodation

More than doubling its occupancy for guests, popular Cotswold pub The Feathered Nest Inn has received planning permission for...

Stroud Brewery says community is key to its success as it turns 18

As Stroud Brewery turns 18, its founder Greg Pilley is reflecting on the importance of the community to its ongoing success — and...

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 haircare brand wins in Marie Claire Skin and Hair Awards

Rhyme & Reason haircare from Cheltenham-based SLG Brands has won best natural shampoo in the Marie Claire Skin and Hair Awards...

Gloucestershire insurance giant appoints new marketing director

Ecclesiastical has appointed a new marketing director, joining the team at the Gloucester-based insurance giant this July 2024.

Gloucester Brewery announces new board appointments to supercharge growth and expansion plans

Already on a journey of growth and expansion, Gloucester Brewery strengthens its leadership team with two strategic appointments,...

Gloucestershire Business Shooting Day brings high scores and high spirits

Proving that the county's business leaders are as adept on the shooting range as they are in business, the Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire company tops list of fastest-growing private companies in the south west

The Sunday Times releases its top 100 fastest-growing private companies in Britain, with a combined £2.9 billion in sales — and a...

Japanese noodle bar joins exciting line-up at Gloucester Food Dock

Daikoku Ramen is the tenth outlet to join the community of businesses that have opened at Gloucester Food Dock over the last nine...

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...

First look: Inside THE PIG's first Cotswolds pub with bedrooms

Ahead of the opening of THE PIG at Barnsley House this September 2024, SoGlos takes a look at how the hotel refurbishment could...

Major plan to get Superdry 'back on track' is given the go-ahead

Cheltenham fashion brand Superdry has taken a step toward recovery following a period of falling sales and uncertainty surrounding...

Cheltenham law firm marks 10th anniversary with staff appointments and a celebratory gin and jazz party

Marking 10 strong years since Lodders Solicitors opened its Cheltenham office, the law practice celebrates a decade in the making.

Gloucestershire company to buy leading global AI firm for €220 million

A Staverton-based aircraft technology firm has announced it has entered into exclusive discussions to acquire a globally leading...

New headteacher announced for St Edward's Senior School in Cheltenham

Anna Sandford-Squires takes on the role of headteacher at Cheltenham's only independent day school, St Edward's, replacing Matthew...

Fully funded events from The Growth Hub Gloucestershire are empowering businesses to prosper

Helping businesses across the county achieve growth by equipping workforces with the skills they need to thrive, there's something...

Gloucestershire university launches foundation degree to fill skills gap in equine management

A shortage of skilled people in the equine management industry has prompted a Gloucestershire university to launch a brand-new...

Gloucester is one of the top 10 UK locations where AI is thriving

A leading business website has ranked Gloucester as the 7th best place in the UK to do business relating to artificial...

Tax and the general election — what can Gloucestershire residents expect?

With the countdown on for the general election next month, Cheltenham-based accountancy and tax firm, Bishop Fleming, outlines the...

Uber launches in Gloucester

Gloucestershire taxi transport is about to get a whole lot more accessible, as top ridesharing company, Uber, launches in...

Gloucestershire universities rank best in the south west for graduate employability

Gloucestershire is home to the top two universities for graduate employability in the whole of the south west, with Hartpury...

New CFO hired at Gloucestershire business with £625k salary

St James's Place, a Cirencester-based wealth management firm, announces the appointment of its newest chief financial officer —...

University of Gloucestershire's vice-chancellor receives damehood in King's Birthday Honours

The University of Gloucestershire's vice-chancellor receives news that she is to be honoured with a damehood from His Majesty The...

Gloucestershire music charity receives national funding to support new talent in the county

The Music Works Gloucestershire announces that it's been selected as one of 73 organisations across the UK to receive funding...

First glimpse at what the second phase of Golden Valley development could look like

As developer HBD appoints an architect to lead on the design of the next phase in Cheltenham's landmark Golden Valley development,...

Coming soon — The SoGlos Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire 2024

Topped by a billion pound organisation, SoGlos is gearing up to reveal the Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire for 2024 —...

Leading Gloucestershire accountants makes two key appointments

Gloucestershire-based accountancy firm, Hazlewoods, is expanding its leadership and corporate finance teams with two key...

New food court opens its doors at Cheltenham's Cavendish House

After much speculation about what Cheltenham's historic Cavendish House would be turned into, following the announcement of the...

From bus driver to MD — the south west's biggest bus operator appoints new lead for Gloucestershire

A new managing director, who started his career as a bus driver, is named for the south west operations of this major regional...

Exclusive video offer for Gloucestershire businesses

Businesses in Gloucestershire can get an exclusive video package for less than £500 from Cheltenham-based Nomadic UK this June...

The businesses embracing Bitcoin in Gloucestershire

Interest in cryptocurrency Bitcoin is growing and more businesses than ever are accepting the digital currency across the globe....

Cheltenham plans to trial self-contained accomodation pods for the homeless

Plans to install self-contained pods for homeless people in Cheltenham have been submitted to the council, with the initiative...

Cheltenham law firm expands to the Cotswolds

With headquarters at the Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham, alongside offices in Gloucester, Stroud and London, Montpellier Legal...

Top Cardiff dealmakers expands into Gloucestershire with new Cheltenham office

Growing its presence in the south west after a record-breaking year, Cardiff-based dealmakers GS Verde Group expands into...

£20 million secured to kick start building of Cheltenham's National Cyber Innovation Centre

Cheltenham Borough Council is moving forward with its £1 billion project to turn the town into 'the cyber capital of the UK',...

Activist pressure ends partnership between Cheltenham Festivals and one of its biggest sponsors

Cheltenham Festivals will no longer be receiving funding from a major corporate sponsor after eight years amid pressure from...

The Queen announces patronage of Gloucestershire charity

Queen Camilla continues to support one of Gloucestershire's best-loved attractions as royal patron for the Friends of Westonbirt...

Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024 shortlist revealed

Celebrating the absolute best of the county's business community, SoGlos is proud to reveal the shortlist for this year's...

Energy firm brings global brand to Cavendish House in Cheltenham

The latest addition to Cavendish House this June 2024 raises the profile of the growing independent offerings at the store.

New B Corp network launches in Gloucestershire

Spearheaded by local B Corps including Optimising IT, Invivo Healthcare and Beechurst Serviced Apartments, the new B Local...

Female lawyers lead the way with 11 promotions announced at Cheltenham firm

Willans LLP solicitors has announced the promotion of 11 lawyers across its Cheltenham firm, including three new powerhouse...

Gloucestershire aerospace firm wins best apprenticeship at national awards

Seeing off the likes of EDF Energy and major beverage company Molson Coors, a Bishop's Cleeve-based aerospace firm has scooped the...

Rural businesses in this Gloucestershire borough can apply for grants of up to £25,000

With a view to strengthening the rural economy and boosting local communities, businesses in the Tewkesbury borough are invited to...

Gloucester Quays celebrates turning 15 with a weekend of discounts

Gloucester Quays is celebrating its 15th birthday this May 2024, with free entertainment to enjoy and stores across the centre...

The firm putting Gloucestershire on the map for clean fuel production

An innovative Gloucestershire-based energy company is paving the way to achieving net zero by turning wood, plants and even...

Gloucestershire Business Shooting Day invites business leaders out of the office and into the countryside

Promising another day of friendly competition in the gorgeous Gloucestershire countryside, the Gloucestershire Business Shooting...

Gloucestershire businesswoman named south west's Young Entrepreneur of the Year

Capping a hugely successful first 12 months for her business, Gloucester's Ciara McGurk, owner of perfume-inspired laundry brand...

£1 billion Golden Valley project remains top priority for council's new cabinet

Establishing Cheltenham as 'the cyber capital of the UK’ through its ambitious £1 billion Golden Valley development remains a top...

Cavendish House in Cheltenham reopens — with a food court coming soon

Nearly 30 pop-up stalls are set up and open for business, as Cavendish House in Cheltenham reopens its doors to the public after...

New leader of Forest of Dean District Council is announced

Forest of Dean District Council has announced the appointment of a new leader after 25 council members voted in favour of his...

Join a secret navigational car rally through the Cotswolds — with a pit stop at Jeremy Clarkson's brewery

Discover the best of the Cotswolds on four wheels — including TV star Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Brewery — by joining a unique...

The comfortable and efficient EV that's fit for families and adventure seekers

Kicking off SoGlos' new EV of the month series, in partnership with Cheltenham-based specialist Cleevely EV, is an efficient...

Founder of AccXel takes over family's 56-year-old Forest of Dean firm as new chief of operations

Described as a 'significant step' towards gender equality in the industry, Nicola Bird, founder of the trailblazing AccXel...

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,...

Borough council in Gloucestershire appeals to change its name

In a rare move for a local authority, whether borough, district or county-wide, a Gloucestershire borough council wants to change...

The Growth Hub Gloucestershire 'has never been stronger' as it launches business-friendly new website

Priding itself on being the 'go-to' destination for business support in the county, The Growth Hub Gloucestershire is headed for...

Cheltenham Festivals appoints new artistic director

Cheltenham Music Festival has a new artistic director, as Cheltenham Festivals announces Jack Bazalgette is heading up the event...

Gloucester Food Dock welcomes two brand-new restaurants this May 2024

Mexican food and sizzling street food-style steaks join the flourishing independent line up at the £3.5 million Gloucester Food...

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...

Cheltenham BID's new chief executive sets out her vision for the town's future

The new leader of Cheltenham's business community, Francesca Inman, is full of enthusiasm and excitement for her new role and what...

Cirencester company is named one of the UK's best places to work

A B Corp-certified environmental consultancy based in Cirencester has been named one of the best places to work in the UK by The...

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...

Cavendish House is reopening as a 'mini Camden' for local pop-up traders

Described as a 'mini Camden for independents', a private investor has leased Cavendish House in Cheltenham for one year to give...

£1 million investment confirmed for Gloucester's newest leisure destination

A new flagship sport and fitness experience is coming to Gloucester Quays Retail Park this autumn 2024 — with The Padel Club...

Gloucester manufacturer scoops two national awards at 'metalforming Oscars'

A Brockworth-based manufacturing firm with 25 years' expertise in the automative industry is celebrating a double win at the...

King Charles III becomes patron of Gloucestershire university

The Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester has announced King Charles III as its newest patron, following a review of over...

Gloucestershire motor group one of first in UK to launch new JAECOO SUV this summer

A new Warners Motor Group showroom, opening in Gloucester this July 2024, is one of the first in the UK to showcase the latest...

UK military orders bomb-disposing robots from Tewkesbury-based defence firm

Global defence and cyber security firm L3Harris Technologies, which has a base in Tewkesbury, is supplying the Ministry of Defence...

Cheltenham engineering firms announce merger

In a move to 'pull all talent under one roof and expand the scope of activities', Cheltenham structural and civil engineering...

Top-ranking lawyer recognised in Legal 500 directory joins Lodders to strengthen private client offering

Leading south west law firm Lodders has announced the appointment of a new partner at its Cheltenham office — a senior lawyer with...

Gloucestershire town is the best place in the UK for employee wellbeing

With generous salaries, short commutes and a good work/life balance, Cheltenham takes the top spot on a new Employee Wellbeing...

Here's what you can win in the Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards Golden Ticket Giveaway

Guests attending this year's Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards have the opportunity to win one of three epic prize bundles,...

World-leading manufacturing firm in Cheltenham is bought out by its own managers

Global access hardware manufacturer Cotswold Architectural Products, which is headquartered in Cheltenham and has customers all...

New head of tax charged with doubling revenue to £1 billion

Azets has strengthened its regional senior leadership and tax team with a new head of tax for the central and west regions which...

Marquees start to come down at No. 131 in Cheltenham — and something new is in the pipeline

It's been almost six months since Julian Dunkerton's Lucky Onion Group lost its appeal to keep the outdoor marquees at boutique...

Cheltenham accountancy firm eyes ambitious growth and recruitment expansion

Cheltenham-based accountancy firm, Bishop Fleming, has big plans to grow its business and increase its headcount in...

Gloucester dental firm lands King's Award for Enterprise for International Trade

One of the world's leading manufacturers of dental products, Gloucester-based Prima Dental, is being honoured for its outstanding...

How one Gloucestershire school plans to mitigate 'unfair' school fee increases if Labour wins election

With The Labour Party planning to introduce VAT on independent school fees if it wins the next general election, The King's School...

Airline academy celebrates five years of 'making dreams come true' at Gloucestershire Airport

Working in tandem with its US academy in Florida, Skyborne has trained up 83 airline pilots since the first course began at...

Leading menswear brand with 'in-store stylists' opens at Gloucester Quays

With '173 years of expertise' Gloucester Quays is welcoming one of the UK's top men's tailoring brands to the retail and leisure...

Charles Russell Speechlys appoints new partner to strengthen its real estate expertise

International law firm Charles Russell Speechlys' Cheltenham team grows as it appoints Nicholas Burt as a partner in its real...

New Zealand cyber intelligence firm opening HQ in Cheltenham

Darkscope, a New Zealand-based cyber intelligence business is opening a brand-new headquarters in the UK's cyber capital,...

Last freehold property at Gloucester Quays goes up for sale

Described as 'the last piece of the jigsaw' in the development of Gloucester Quays, manufacturing company Numold is selling its...

Cult Cheltenham pancake cakes are being stocked in Selfridges

Cheltenham's unique pancake cake store, Sisu Pancakes, is now selling slices at the Selfridges Food Hall in Birmingham, in an...

AccXel Construction School appoints new joint managing director

Natalie King has been promoted to joint managing director of AccXel in the Forest of Dean, joining sister Nicola Bird in leading...

Cheltenham cyber hub secures funding from Barclays to work with Gloucestershire businesses

CyNam, the cyber security hub based at Cheltenham's Brewery Quarter, has been awarded funding from Barclays to help continue its...

SoGlos in finals for UK's best online consumer brand award

The prestigious AOP Digital Publishing Awards 2024 finalists have been revealed, with SoGlos reaching the final four in the best...

Hartpury College praised for 'strong contribution' to skills needs in 'Outstanding' Ofsted report

Gloucester's Hartpury College retained its 'Outstanding' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection, with inspectors praising its...

University of Gloucestershire launches new public lecture series

The University of Gloucestershire is launching a new series of public lectures on everything from cyber security to contemporary...

Cotswold workwear specialist eyes expansion after Cheltenham Festival success

Having supplied top race teams with high-quality, branded clothing for this year’s Cheltenham Festival, Cotswold-based firm...

Cheltenham IT firm is first Gloucestershire MSP awarded triple cyber accreditation by government

A Cheltenham-based managed IT service provider has become Gloucestershire's only official cyber advisor with double Cyber...

New chief executive officer for Gloucestershire teenage mental health charity

A Gloucestershire charity that carries out vital mental health support for teenagers in the county has appointed a new CEO to lead...

Cavendish House in Cheltenham is given back to the community — for now

It's the most asked question in Cheltenham — what does the future hold for Cavendish House? SoGlos speaks exclusively to owners...

Lanes Health reveals family secret behind 90 years of success in Gloucestershire

Lanes’ executive chairman and fourth-generation leader, Jonathan Groves, reflects on taking over a family business and the lessons...

The Growth Hub celebrates 10 years of helping local businesses to thrive

With a track record of helping thousands of businesses achieve growth through expert advice, skills development and so much more,...

Cheltenham Paint Festival launches second fundraising campaign after losing Arts Council bid

After being turned down by Arts Council England for the second time, Cheltenham Paint Festival is seeking donations from the...

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...

A new director at Bishop Fleming Cheltenham drives growth for Gloucestershire

A leading accountancy firm based in Cheltenham has appointed a new director to help the branch build on its record growth in 2023.

Superdry announces massive restructuring plan as it exits the stock market

In a bid to turn its fortunes around, Gloucestershire-headquartered global brand Superdry is moving into a huge restructuring plan...

New CEO and SoGlos editor named as part of ambitious growth plans for independent media company

The first chief executive officer for SoPublishing and a new editor for SoGlos have been announced, paving the way for ambitious...

Cheltenham Chamber of Commerce appoints new deputy CEO

Cheltenham Chamber of Commerce looks forward to a fresh senior leadership team with the appointment of Sarah Cook as its new...

Here's how you can own a share of Jeremy Clarkson's new racehorse

Infamous TV presenter turned farmer, Jeremy Clarkson, is now branching out into horse racing, inviting equestrian enthusiasts to...

Crowe appoints new partner in social purpose and non-profit team

Cheltenham-based audit, tax, advisory and risk firm, Crowe, has appointed a new partner, with Helen Blundell joining its social...

Historic Gloucester church with nationally important medieval art wins £100,000 for restoration

A historic church in Gloucester city centre that houses important medieval and Tudor wall art has won over £100,000 in funding...

New video series shares SoGlos partners' successes for the first time

From building brand awareness and enhancing local reputation to connecting with an engaged audience and directly driving sales,...

Heritage Gloucestershire business celebrates 40th anniversary with new charity initiative

Founded in 1984 in Gloucester, Elmrep has been a chosen supplier for businesses across Gloucestershire in need of quality...

Nominations open for Believe in Gloucester Awards 2024

Believe in Gloucester Awards are back for the first time since 2019, celebrating businesses, community projects and dedicated...

Gloucester Rugby enjoyed record level of commercial revenue in 2023

Gloucester Rugby has praised the 'invaluable' loyalty of its partners and supporters in 2022-23 with the club enjoying a record...

The Cotswold hotel where you can see an original Banksy, a dinosaur foot and drink £100 tequila shots

Businessman Matthew Freud's first foray into hospitality brings a blast of artistic creativity to Burford High Street — showcasing...

Stroud Brewery creates new climate change-resistant beers

Following three years of research with top UK growers, Stroud Brewery has created a new line of beers made from climate...

New Tewkesbury quarry will build the foundations of Gloucestershire's future

After a five year battle to get planning permission to transform farmland on the edge of Tewkesbury into a quarry, SoGlos talks...

Gloucestershire charity receives over £150,000 from The National Lottery

Lives of Colour — a leading Gloucestershire charity which promotes diversity and inclusion in business, education and government —...

Two Cheltenham recruitment agencies merge

Boutique Cheltenham-based recruitment agency, Truly Tailored, is merging with award-winning local firm RE Recruitment this April...

Swimming pools across Gloucestershire awarded over £1.2 million in funding

Six swimming pools and leisure centres across the county, including GL1 in Gloucester, will benefit from a huge funding boost of...

Cheltenham BID appoints new chief executive to lead its second term

Bristol BID's head of projects will oversee Cheltenham Business Improvement District which has seen £3.8 million invested into the...

Gloucestershire women make list of top female hoteliers

Celebrating female hoteliers from across the UK, leading trade magazine Boutique Hotelier has named five Gloucestershire women in...

New partner at Cheltenham law firm bolsters its growing banking and finance group

International law firm, Charles Russell Speechlys, has announced the appointment of a brand-new partner within its banking and...

Cavendish House Caffe Nero finds new Cheltenham premises

Following the announcement of the closure of Cavendish House, the Caffe Nero formerly located in the Cheltenham department store...

Big changes for electric scooter users in Gloucestershire as age restrictions are reduced

Electric scooter riders in Gloucestershire are about to get younger, as providers reduce the age limit to 16 years old in...

Brand-new independent vets opening in Gloucestershire

Coming soon to Cheltenham, Regency Vets is a new venture from two veterinary surgeons set to open in April 2024 — promising to...

Cheltenham's John Lewis named Branch of the Year for 2023

One of the UK's leading retailers, John Lewis, has named its Cheltenham store Branch of the Year for 2023, with the department...

King of the High Street George Davies to open new Cotswolds hotel

The man behind Next, George at Asda, and Per Una is opening a 10-bedroom luxury hotel in Broadway this June 2024. He says his...

Gloucestershire charities to benefit from runaway reindeer auction

Gloucester's magical Runaway Reindeer Trail that brought festive cheer to the city over Christmas is going under the hammer in...

'Wycliffe is a special place' — new head of the Stonehouse independent school is appointed

Christian San Jose has been revealed as the 11th headmaster of Wycliffe College, the 142-year-old Stonehouse-based independent...

Petition launched to save Flyup 417 Bike Park from closure

Mountain biking enthusiasts have started a petition to save their beloved bike park, Flyup 417 at Crickley Hill, which has been...

Nearly £6 million of funding secured to bring electric buses to Gloucestershire

The Department for Transport has awarded £5.9 million to Gloucestershire County Council to fund the introduction of electric buses...

Sandford Parks Lido receives over £300,000 to secure its future

Sandford Parks Lido in Cheltenham has secured thousands of pounds in funding that will help it to reduce its carbon emissions and...

Two new directors appointed to boost senior leadership team at Lodders

National law firm, Lodders Solicitors, has announced the appointment of two new directors to boost its management board.

Plans revealed for new cafe at £33 million Arle Court transport hub

Businesses will be offered the chance to run a new cafe at Cheltenham's Arle Court Transport Hub from the summer, if plans are...

How Gloucestershire College is championing apprenticeships in the business and professional services sector

Looking to cultivate key skills in-house for your business? Gloucestershire College will guide you and your apprentice every step...

Ambitious plans for global growth as Cheltenham marketing firm expands

PinPoint Media, a content and performance marketing agency on The Promenade in Cheltenham, has a new head of growth who is...

Cheltenham ice rink brings £1.6 million boost to town centre

The ice rink at Cheltenham's Imperial Square bought a huge boost to the local economy with visitors spending £1.6 million with...

First look: The Minster Exchange in Cheltenham

Set to open in May 2024, Cheltenham's new communal workspace and tech hub, the Minster Exchange, is bursting with potential — and...

Three Gloucestershire firms win big at prestigious business awards

A trio of Gloucestershire businesses have scooped top awards at the South West Small Business Awards this March 2024.

Tewkesbury non-profits to receive over £350,000 in grants

Two schemes have been launched by Tewkesbury Borough Council, providing £350,000 to support local culture and history, as well as...

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...

Entries open for Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024

Businesses, teams, charities and individuals can now put themselves forward for a coveted Gloucestershire Business Award, as...

GCHQ joins LinkedIn and launches a recruitment drive with a cryptic puzzle

With a mission to attract new recruits from diverse backgrounds, GCHQ marks its arrival on LinkedIn with the release of a tough...

The Brimscombe Mill community seeks a new home after shock sale

Brimscombe Mill, a much-loved community hub in Stroud that houses charities such as The Long Table, has been given five months to...

Cotswolds jewellery designer scoops gold at national awards

Sophie Cudworth's dragon-inspired necklace wins praise for commercially aware design as it takes gold at Goldsmiths’ Craftsmanship...

Headline and category partners revealed for Gloucestershire Business Awards 2024

Gloucestershire's leading business awards are back bigger and better than ever in 2024, in partnership with a diverse range of...

Are you providing your staff with the correct fire safety training?

Panic can arise when a fire happens in the workplace, but ensuring your staff are equipped with the knowledge and correct safety...

How you can give back to Gloucestershire's business community by becoming a mentor

With a growing demand for business support in Gloucestershire, The Growth Hub is highlighting the rewards of sharing knowledge and...

University scholarships up for grabs as £8.2 million awarded to widen tech sector diversity

The University of Gloucestershire has won a big boost of funding to offer data science scholarships to under-represented groups of...

Gloucestershire fashion brand Holland Cooper reveals plans to expand to the USA

Gloucestershire luxury fashion brand, Holland Cooper, has set its sights on global expansion, launching its official website in...

Agent appointed to find a buyer for Cheltenham's iconic Municipal Offices

Plans to see Cheltenham's historic Municipal Offices undergo creative development for the future are moving forward with an...

Multi-charity vintage and pre-loved clothing store comes to Gloucester Quays

Following previous pop-ups on London's Bond Street, Gloucester Quays will be hosting 'second-hand department store' Charity...

Just one month to go until Cheltenham's Cavendish House closes its doors for good

It's the last chance shoppers will have to bag last-minute bargains at the historic Gloucestershire store. Readers share their...

The Gloucestershire firm kitting out top race teams for Cheltenham Festival

The team at Cotswolds-based Penguin Uniform will be beaming with pride come Cheltenham Festival this March 2024 — when three local...

Cheltenham shop crowned UK's best independent beer and wine retailer

A firm favourite among Cheltenham's hop heads, Bath Road Beers takes home the top accolade this year at the annual Drinks...

Gloucestershire businesses react to the Spring Budget 2024

The chancellor Jeremy Hunt has revealed the Spring Budget for 2024 — SoGlos rounds up the key takeaways and shares the early...

Cheltenham interior design company celebrates Women in Construction Week

With a 58 per cent female workforce, Cheltenham-based Workplace Interiors Co is celebrating the diversity of its team this Women...

Former public toilets up for sale in Cheltenham

Businesses and developers are being encouraged to bring a touch of design flair to proposals to buy a disused public toilet block...

Stroud leisure centre gets major refurb as the council pledges £5 million for a carbon neutral future

As part of Stroud District Council's pledge to commit to a carbon zero future for the town and its surrounding villages, it has...

Gloucestershire production company appoints new head of film

Cheltenham-based commercial production company StillMoving has appointed a new head of film this March 2024, with exciting...

New director of community and place appointed at Gloucester's The Music Works

Khady Gueye aims to harness the power of music to empower young people in Gloucestershire and support the development of...

Council commits to continued economic growth and development in Cheltenham

Several key developments for residents and businesses in Cheltenham will continue to move forward this year with the borough...

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...

Cirencester's Body Shop store set to permanently close

Considered one of the most sustainable brands in the country, The Body Shop administrators confirm its Cirencester store is among...

New £2.5 million UK flagship car repair centre opens in Cirencester

The brand-new prestige paint and body facility in Cirencester has already earned approvals from BMW, Mercedes-Benz and VW Group...

Gloucestershire College wins top national apprenticeship award

Offering a plethora of sought-after skills for the rapidly evolving tech industry, Gloucestershire College is celebrating being...

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College is offering in-house HR apprenticeship opportunities

An apprenticeship is a great way to gain a qualification, as well as invaluable work experience, while exploring a potential...

Gloucester's popular Wall's Club to close its doors in March 2024

After providing a huge range of social events and sporting facilities for the employees of Wall's factory and the people of...

Historic Gloucester hotel could become new wellbeing village

Gloucester's The Fleece Hotel and Longsmith Street car park has been earmarked for a new community and business hub aimed at...

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...

Gloucester company wins landmark city marketing contract

After a competitive pitch process in late 2023, Gloucester-based 10 Yetis has been awarded the marketing contract for five of...

Gloucestershire councillors agree on 'ambitious' budget with an extra £50 million for county services

Gloucestershire County Council reveals details of its agreed budget for the 2024-25 financial year — with more than £616 million...

Historic manor house in Bishop's Cleeve transformed into stunning new flexible workspaces

Flexible workspace provider Regus has opened its first offices in the Grade II listed manor house at Grange Park business campus...

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...

South west academy trust approved to run Gloucester's new £16.5 million special school

An education academy trust experienced in supporting children and young people with special educational needs, Reach South, has...

University of Gloucestershire launches master’s-level apprenticeship for HR professionals

The University of Gloucestershire has unveiled a new master's-level apprenticeship for current and aspiring senior HR...

Cotswold RAW partners with Gloucester-Hartpury Women's rugby team for a second season

After Gloucester-Hartpury Women's rugby team made history by winning the Allianz 15 premiership last year, Cotswold RAW is...

Battery-operated train breaks UK record in Gloucestershire

An innovative new battery-operated train has broken the UK record for distance travelled without recharging on a test journey...

Huge 25,000 sq ft warehouse to be refurbished and put up for sale in Stonehouse

Purchased by leading south west property developer, Robert Hitchins, the warehouse facility is planned to be available for...

Brunel's Old Station in Cirencester set to be renovated after £160,000 investment

Cotswold District Council is investing nearly £160,000 into The Old Station in Cirencester, while continuing to explore options...

World's most advanced vertical farm opens in Gloucestershire

The Forest of Dean is now home to the world's most advanced vertical farm, as Jones Food Company opens its second facility in...

Midlands Air Ambulance hailed for 'outstanding' response by care regulator

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity — Gloucestershire's life-saving emergency response service — has been recognised for its...

Stroud businesswoman becomes fresh face of global brand

A businesswoman from Stroud is becoming the face of global network the Women's Business Club, after winning its 2024 photography...

Gloucestershire business owner overcomes mental health struggles to turn her childhood passion into a career

Hannah Ballinger, a young business owner from Gloucestershire, overcame mental health issues to bring her childhood dream to life,...

Cheltenham tax experts reveal predictions for this year's Spring Budget

With a general election looming this year, the forthcoming budget is likely to pack a lot of punches. Cheltenham accountancy firm,...

Actor Martin Clunes named Hartpury University's first chancellor

Naming its first ever chancellor, Hartpury University and Hartpury College has looked to an unexpected public figure, actor Martin...

New £9 million leisure centre in the Forest of Dean granted planning permission

A multi-million-pound project to build a new community, education and leisure centre in the Forest of Dean has been approved by...

Fire safety in your business — have you got it covered?

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) works with businesses across the county every day, demonstrating to them how...

Cotswolds garden designer wins national designer of the year award

A marketing professional-turned-garden designer from Bourton-on-the-Water has taken home the prestigious Fresh Designer of the...

Sunday parking charges are being reintroduced in the Cotswolds

Cotswold District Council is set to increase the cost of car parking in towns and villages — and scrap free parking on Sundays —...

Carpenter from Cheltenham wins national Apprentice of the Year

A carpenter from Gloucestershire has scooped Apprentice of the Year at the National Apprenticeship Awards in London — and hopes...

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...

Gloucester community projects receive £160,000 government funding

Nine community projects in Gloucester are being given a share of £160,000 from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, including The Music...

Council set to introduce one hour of free parking across the Forest of Dean

A boost for residents and businesses, drivers can avoid paying for parking for up to an hour at car parks run by Forest of Dean...

How a primary school event with a construction firm sparked a lifelong career for a Gloucestershire school girl

Gloucester-based construction company EG Carter is highlighting the inspiring journey of its management apprentice, Izzy Coopey,...

Brockworth-based national housing maintenance firm seeks 120 new apprentices

Opening applications for its 2024 apprenticeship scheme during National Apprenticeship Week, a leading UK housing maintenance...

Gloucester City Council allocates £6.3 million to The Forum and new City Campus

The city council has reallocated a share of Levelling Up funding secured in 2021 to the new University of Gloucestershire City...

Gloucestershire small business becomes most Googled laundry brand in the UK

Gloucester-based Tallow + Ash is going from strength to strength in its pursuit to 'revolutionise the boring laundry industry' —...

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...

Prima Dental reveals new partnership with Gloucester-Hartpury RFC

Gloucester-based firm, Prima Dental, has partnered with Gloucester-Hartpury Women’s RFC in a new partnership deal to support the...

The young Gloucester apprentice with eyes on a sky high future

Inspired by his Formula One engineer father and Royal Navy Falcons engineer grandfather, Lewis O’Brien is seeing his career...

Cheltenham Town FC boasts only solar-powered stadium in League One

Cheltenham Town Football Club is the first club in League One to power a stadium on solar energy, all thanks to an installation by...

Cheltenham PR firm appoints new managing director

Cheltenham-based PR firm, Target PR, has announced the appointment of a new managing director after its CEO, Sarah Bryars,...

Have your say on the Cirencester Town Centre Masterplan

Cotswold District Council is sharing its Framework Masterplan for Cirencester Town Centre this February 2024 — and it's inviting...

Montpellier Legal opens new Gloucester office

Cheltenham-based Montpellier Legal expands into Gloucester, with the fast-growing conveyancing expert opening its newest office in...

Apprentices are taking over Stroud District Council's social media for National Apprenticeship Week

This National Apprenticeship Week, Stroud District Council is handing over the reins of its social media accounts to a team of...

University of Gloucestershire selected for national scheme to grow degree apprenticeships

The University of Gloucestershire has been granted £12 million to support a national drive to increase the availability of degree...

SoGlos launches new Gloucestershire Apprenticeships guest section

To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week 2024, SoGlos has launched a new Apprenticeships section dedicated to the training...

Two Gloucestershire apprentices join Gloucester's £107 million The Forum project

Building the foundations for a career in construction at one of Gloucestershire's biggest developments, two local apprentices have...

Cotswold IT company announces first apprenticeship programme

Cirencester-based Gbics is launching its first ever apprenticeship programme this February 2024, to coincide with National...

Here's your chance to help shape the future of SoGlos

With the chance to win John Lewis and Laithwaite's Wine vouchers as a thank you for your valued feedback, complete our two new...

Hollie Gazzard Trust launches campaign to keep its ground-breaking app free in the UK

The HollieGuard app helps to keep over 500,000 users safe with its unique personal safety features — and the charity behind it,...

Forest of Dean businesses awarded £22,000 of national funding

Two small businesses in the Forest of Dean have been awarded a share of £22,000 to go towards making significant improvements to...

First look: Inside the new £5 million Cotswolds fitness club

A new luxury membership club is opening in Tetbury this February 2024, with a host of state-of-the-art equipment to boost the...

Cotswold horse riding charity appoints new CEO

Riding for the Disabled Association has appointed Michael Bishop as its new chief executive, joining the team from his current...

Work starts on the next phase of the Gloucestershire Cycle Spine

Work on creating the Gloucestershire Cycle Spine — a 26-mile walking and cycling corridor that will link Stroud to Bishop's...

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...

Berkeley Green science and technology park buyer revealed

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College is selling its Berkeley Green science and technology park to Chiltern Vital Group, which...

Gloucester's new Korean restaurant Soul N' Seoul opens its doors

Soul N' Seoul has transformed its corner of Westgate Street in Gloucester into a colourful home serving up sizzling Korean dishes.

The Royal in Charlton Kings is becoming a sister venue to Cheltenham's Five Alls

The Five Alls in Cheltenham is getting a sister venue in Charlton Kings, as its owners take over popular pub The Royal this...

First look: Cotswold Vegan Bakery — and how you can get a free plant-based bake

To celebrate the launch of a brand-new Gloucestershire foodie hot spot, Cotswold Vegan Bakery is offering an exclusive...

Cirencester's Roots + Seeds Kitchen Garden is opening a new deli

Roots + Seeds Kitchen Garden in Cirencester is giving diners a chance to take home some of the homegrown and artisanal produce it...

Gloucestershire reading charity appeals for 200 volunteers

Read With Me, a Gloucestershire charity that operates in primary schools all over the county, is appealing for 200 volunteers to...

State-of-the-art theatre for disabled performers planned for 1850s village church in Stroud

An inclusive Gloucestershire theatre group for d/Deaf, disabled and neurodiverse artists has bought an old methodist church in...

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...

£26 million Cheltenham park and ride on track for summer 2024

A new transport hub with nearly 1,000 new parking bays, cycle spaces and a cafe has reached a major construction milestone, ready...

Grants of up to £2,500 on offer to Tewkesbury businesses affected by flooding

Tewkesbury Borough Council is offering grants of up to £2,500 to small- and medium-sized businesses which have been affected by...

Teenage Formula One hopeful from Gloucestershire asks businesses to back his dream

Aspiring Formula One driver, Gloucestershire teenager Zak O'Sullivan, has launched a new business club to attract support from...

Luxury Cotswolds venue becomes first climate positive hotel in the UK

Luxury doesn't come at the expense of the environment at this upmarket Cotswolds hotel, which has been named the UK's first...

First look: New look and name for Stroud hotel after £2 million refurbishment

After being closed for four years, Stroud's former Imperial Hotel is back with a modern new vibe and fresh name 'The Stroud'.

Dodo Pub Co is opening a second pub in Cheltenham

The company which runs popular Cheltenham pub, The Bottle of Sauce, is opening a second venue in the town, as it takes over a...

Last chance to comment on Cheltenham's budget proposals

Residents and businesses don't have long to make their voices heard on Cheltenham Borough Council's draft budget proposals for...

Hetty's Kitchen launches first vegan brownies

Much-loved Gloucester bakery, Hetty’s Kitchen, has announced its first ever signature vegan brownie range on social media — with...

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...

THE PIG group of luxury hotels is coming to the Cotswolds

THE PIG group has taken over ownership of Cotswolds hotspot Barnsley House along with its foodie village pub, as it announces two...

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...

Cheltenham accountancy firm places health and wellbeing as a top priority

Cheltenham-based accountancy firm Bishop Fleming ended 2023 on a high, with the release of its impact report highlighting its...

Global firm marks expansion of Cheltenham HQ with steel signing

Senior team members from The Traffic Group have became a permanent part of the building’s legacy by scribing their names on a...

Cavendish House in Cheltenham is closing after 201 years of trade

One of Cheltenham’s most historic stores, Cavendish House, which opened in 1823, has announced it is closing its doors in 2024 as...

GFirst LEP pursues new 'cutting-edge' AI tool to support Gloucestershire businesses

Gloucestershire's Local Enterprise Partnership — GFirst LEP — is looking to enhance its services through the power of AI by...

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...

Cirencester College appoints lecturer of 18 years as new principal

A teacher who has taught at Cirencester College for over 18 years has been appointed its new principal and chief executive...

CloudClevr acquires award-winning Cheltenham IT company

Coventry-based CloudClevr is expanding into the south west with the acquisition of Cheltenham-based IT and communications...

The King's School Gloucester appoints its first female Chair of Governors

For the first time in the school's history, The King's School Gloucester has appointed a female Chair of Governors, with former...

Gloucestershire agricultural law firm partners with Adam Henson on farmer wellbeing podcast

Adam Henson's wellbeing podcast, 'Keeping On Track', is being backed by Gloucestershire agricultural law firm, Thrings, in a new...

Headline and category partners revealed for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024

Gloucestershire's leading lifestyle awards are back for 2024, with a high calibre of partners — including proud headline partner...

Gloucester Quays celebrates 'record year' for leasing and growth

With 2023 being described as a 'record year' for leasing at Gloucester Quays, the shopping and leisure destination is enjoying...

Scandi-style coffee pod to open at Gloucester Food Dock this January 2024

It's already got beer, ice cream, pizza and cocktails, now the £3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock is adding The Scandinavian Coffee...

Longborough Festival Opera appoints new executive director

Emily Gottlieb takes on the role of executive director at Longborough Festival Opera from April 2024 — as it prepares for its busy...

New Korean restaurant opening in Gloucester this January 2024

Soul N' Seoul is coming to Westgate Street in Gloucester this January 2024, bringing an array of sizzling Korean dishes to the...

First look: Inside Daylesford Organic's newest Cotswolds pub

Much loved by locals, The Three Horseshoes near Burford, has retained its community feel as it reveals a refreshing revamp this...

Hartpury University announces new programme of support worth £50,000 for small businesses

Hartpury University is partnering with Barclays Eagle Labs to help Gloucestershire start-ups grow through use of its Tech Box...

New growth opportunity for tech companies in the south west

Tech companies in the south west are being offered the chance to work with expert growth coaches and a range of partners,...

Cheltenham lido given green makeover in £20,000 upgrade

With energy prices at an all-time high, many leisure facilities are facing challenging times. To help combat this, Sandford Parks...

Mother Goose breaks box office records at the Everyman Theatre

Renowned for bringing world-class productions and West End favourites to its Cheltenham stage, this week the Everyman Theatre...

Popular Cheltenham restaurant is offering a unique investment opportunity

Cheltenham's hugely popular Sri Lankan restaurant group, The Coconut Tree, is encouraging diners to invest in more than just...

Creed Foodservice appoints new managing director to oversee its £100 million turnover

Major national wholesale catering company Creed Foodservice has appointed Miles Roberts as its new managing director to ensure the...

Deadline looming for share in £100,000 worth of community funding in the Forest of Dean

Forest of Dean District Council is offering £100,000 worth of funding for improvements to the community, with just a few days left...

University of Gloucestershire professor appears on New Year Honours List

A University of Gloucestershire professor has been awarded an OBE as part of the King's New Year Honours List 2024, for her...

SoGlos announces its Charity of the Year 2024

SoGlos is delighted to announce the Hollie Gazzard Trust as our Charity of the Year for 2024, supporting its vital work to end...

£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...

Award-winning care and wellbeing centre is heading to Gloucester Quays

The new business hub will span the entire second floor of the listed Pillar and Lucy warehouse, encompassing 5,000 sq ft of...

Daylesford makeover gives 18th century Cotswolds pub a new lease of life

The Three Horseshoes near Burford has a fresh look following a light refurbishment as the latest addition to the new Daylesford...

Prima Dental ends 2023 on a high with string of award wins

After an incredible year, Gloucester-based firm Prima Dental reflects on its many achievements and looks forward to a year of...

New director appointed for leading Cotswolds housebuilding firm

Persimmon Homes Wessex has appointed a new land and planning director, overseeing developments in the Cotswolds as well as...

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...

A new baby remembrance garden is opening at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital

Work is starting on creating a new baby remembrance garden at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, thanks to the generosity of the...

Free net zero support for Gloucestershire businesses following successful Net Zero Conference

Following the success of this year's Gloucestershire Net Zero Conference, The Growth Hub is offering fully-funded support to help...

University of Gloucestershire appoints new operator for Oxstalls sports facilities

Freedom Leisure, which recently took over management of Gloucester's GL1 Leisure Centre, is expanding its presence in...

Gloucestershire B Corp increases staff productivity and happiness with four-day week

A B Corp-certified environmental consultancy based in Cirencester has significantly increased its employees' productivity and...

Spirax-Sarco Engineering appoints new chief financial officer with six-figure salary

With a £550,000 annual salary, Louisa Burdett signs on as the new chief financial officer and executive director of...

Gloucestershire airline academy launches recruitment drive

Skyborne is launching a new recruitment drive for multi-engine flight instructors to join its team at Gloucestershire Airport,...

Gloucestershire IT firm launches exclusive service for the charity sector

Cheltenham-based ReformIT is celebrating as it launches its charity arm, ReformIT for Charities — a team dedicated to supporting...

Independent cinema group buys Tivoli Cinema in Cheltenham

Cheltenham's luxury cinema and cafe bar, Tivoli, which opened at Regent Arcade in 2021, has been bought by leading independent UK...

UK's first treehouse hotel to open in the Cotswolds in 2024

In a getaway unlike any other, seven stunning treehouses submerged within 1,700 acres of ancient woodland, will be unveiled in the...

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....

Cheltenham marketing company acquires creative agency for global expansion into South Africa

A Cheltenham marketing agency, that works with big brands including Ticketmaster Sport, Bella Italia and Las Iguanas, has snapped...

University of Gloucestershire graduates win national news award

Three BA Journalism graduates from the University of Gloucestershire, including SoGlos's own Kaleigh Pritchard, have won a...

International car park operator signs deal for The Forum in Gloucester

Gloucester City Council and its partner Reef Group have signed a deal with international operator, Q-Park, to manage the new car...

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...

Free gym membership offered to Stroud swimmers as pool closes for £5 million eco upgrade

As Stratford Park swimming pool in Stroud is set to close as part of the council's £5 million green upgrade, swimmers are offered...

Popular Oxfordshire restaurant group opens first Gloucestershire venue

Bringing the authentic taste of South India to the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire-based restaurant group, Dosa Park, is opening its first...

Leading south west accountancy firm opens its first Gloucestershire office

An accountancy firm with ambitious growth plans has opened its first Gloucestershire office on the site of the historic Regency...

Golden Valley developer buys out partner in seven-figure deal

Cheltenham's £1 billion Golden Valley Development will be steered solely by UK property developer, HBD, after the company bought...

Gloucestershire-based global engineering firm switches to renewable energy

Global engineering giant Renishaw, which is headquartered in Wotton-under-Edge, has made the switch to 100 per cent renewable...

Bishop's Cleeve receives huge funding boost for sports facilities

Tewkesbury Borough Council has allocated £65,000 to Bishop's Cleeve for the improvement of the parish's sports facilities — with...

Gloucestershire County Council appoints new deputy chief executive

After an extensive interview process, Gloucestershire County Council has appointed Nina Philippidis as its new deputy chief...

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...

Free parking in Cheltenham for Christmas shoppers

Shoppers can enjoy free parking at Cheltenham's Town Centre East car park on Thursdays in the run up to Christmas this year, as...

The Cotswolds could become a National Park

The government has revealed that England is getting a new National Park, as part of its plans to boost Britain's access to nature...

Cheltenham Ladies’ College named the Sunday Times' best independent school in the south west for 2024

Recognised in the Sunday Times' respected Parent Power Guide for another year, Cheltenham Ladies' College wins best independent...

Brownies and cocktails on the menu at the latest openings at Gloucester Food Dock this December 2023

December heralds two exciting new openings for Gloucester Food Dock as Hetty’s Place and Our House, from Sibling Distillery, open...

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 Airport seeks a new owner

Gloucester City and Cheltenham Borough councils have teamed up to work towards finding a new investor for Gloucestershire Airport...

Gloucester insurance firm gives 120 charities £1,000 each for Christmas

Gloucester-based insurance company Ecclesiastical is donating £120,000 to 120 different charities as part of Benefact Group's...

Ecotricity's new green airline signs deal for 70 electric aircraft engines

Promising 'carbon-free, guilt-free flying', Ecotricity's Dale Vince has signed a deal for 70 new hydrogen-electric aircraft...

Cheltenham marketing consultant and cyber specialist launches new podcast series

'Cyber Made Human', a new podcast launched two months ago, aims to show how interesting and diverse the cyber industry is, delving...

First look: Bishop's Cleeve gets its very first Italian restaurant

Bishop's Cleeve says goodbye to its former bank and ciao to a stylish new Italian restaurant, as La Vecchia Banca opens on Church...

SoGlos reflects on 2023's Top 100 businesses

As 2023 draws to a close, SoGlos and its partners GFirst LEP, The Growth Hub, Lodders and Gloucestershire College are reflecting...

Award-winning dog-focused pet store set to open in Stow-on-the-Wold

Stow-on-the-Wold will be the latest destination to welcome a popular dog-only store this December 2023 — 'DOG' by the...

Gloucestershire businesses react to the Autumn Statement

With Jeremy Hunt announcing that the economy is 'back on track' in his Autumn Statement this November 2023, Gloucestershire...

Marquees to come down at No. 131 in Cheltenham

Julian Dunkerton's Lucky Onion Group has lost its latest appeal to keep the outdoor marquees at boutique Cheltenham hotel and...

Gloucester City Council receives £11 million investment to transform city centre

A multi-million-pound scheme to improve Gloucester city centre has been approved, with Gloucester City Council receiving £11...

GFirst LEP announces 'evolution not extinction' in confirmed transfer to Gloucestershire County Council

Having attracted more than £113 million of investment into the county, the 'important initiatives and activities' and 'majority'...

Small rural businesses in Tewkesbury receive £200,000 funding boost

Owners of small rural businesses in the Tewkesbury borough can now apply for funding, thanks to a £200,000 grant from the Rural...

New £20 million funding boost set to 'super-charge' Cheltenham's Golden Valley Development

Cheltenham Borough Council has been provisionally awarded £20 million from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and...

Gloucestershire cyber security expert shares how to avoid online scams this Christmas

With Black Friday and Boxing Day sales being two of the busiest internet shopping days of the year, Cheltenham-based cyber...

Cheltenham vendor named best street food in the south west

One of Cheltenham's favourite street food venors has taken home the award for best street food in the south west at the 2022/23...

Gloucestershire hospital introduces robotic technology to revolutionise knee surgeries in the county

The Winfield Hospital in Gloucester is launching a 'game changing' robotic technology for knee surgeries, allowing surgeons to...

SoGlos launches search for 2024 Charity of the Year

With 2024 on the horizon, we're on the hunt for our next county-based organisation to be named SoGlos Charity of the Year — and...

Reach your potential with free business mentoring from The Growth Hub in Gloucestershire

Mentoring is a valuable tool in developing your career, whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner or employee. And there's...

£25 million railway project in Gloucestershire wins regional engineering award

A rail project to maintain a vital link between Newport and Gloucester has won a regional accolade at the Institution of Civil...

Gloucestershire’s only men’s health physiotherapy clinic opens in Cheltenham

The first of its kind in the county, Aubergine Physio is a new men's health physiotherapy clinic in Cheltenham, offering an...

Job hunters no longer need a CV thanks to new process from Gloucester B Corp

A Gloucester-based recruitment firm has created a novel job-hunting process that removes the need for a CV, relying solely on a...

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.

New pizza place is the latest opening at Gloucester Food Dock

Bella Mia Pizza @ No.1 and Green Door @ No. 1 are set to open at the Gloucester Food Dock on Friday 17 November 2023, bringing...

Stroud Farmers' Market launches new vegan-only market day

The much-loved Stroud Farmers' Market has announced that it is introducing a vegan-only market day, starting in January 2024, due...

Gloucestershire bakery franchise named one of the most popular in UK

An independent Gloucestershire bakery with stores in Cirencester, Tetbury and Elkstone has been named in the top 10 most popular...

The county's biggest Christmas store opens in Gloucester city centre

Gloucester city centre is welcoming two new stores this November 2023, with the opening of the county's largest Christmas shop,...

Syrian refugee achieves first-class degree from University of Gloucestershire

After fleeing conflict in his home country, Mohammed Hady Taresh was unable to work or open a bank account while his asylum...

New £5 million fitness club to open in the Cotswolds in February 2024

Calcot hotel and spa in Tetbury has had a waiting list for its spa membership since it first opened nearly 20 years ago, now with...

Cotswolds lifestyle store opens second showroom in London

A popular Cotswolds curation of home accessories, gifts, lighting, furniture, jewellery, art and home fragrance is expanding from...

Exciting new venue revealed for Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2024

The Sub Rooms in Stroud will host Gloucestershire's biggest lifestyle awards in May 2024, as SGGLA returns to celebrate the...

Stagecoach West is offering free bus travel to veterans and military personnel on Remembrance Day

Veterans, military personnel and cadets in Gloucestershire can travel for free on Stagecoach West bus services on Armistice Day...

Why it's more important than ever to support small businesses in Gloucestershire

A new report from the Federation of Small Businesses shows that SMEs in the south west are in need of a confidence boost this...

Gloucestershire engineering giant reveals pioneering new technology that cuts 3D printing time in half

Wotton-under-Edge-based global engineering and technology firm, Renishaw, reveals cutting-edge new 3D printing technology that...

Gloucester leisure centres saved by new interim facilities provider

Freedom Leisure is taking over as the new interim provider for leisure facilities across Gloucester, allowing the valued leisure...

£1 billion tech park proposed for Cheltenham

If approved, 1 million sq ft of commercial space, as well as 1,000 new homes, would create Europe’s largest purpose-built tech...

Gloucester Rugby reveals unique new opportunities for Gloucestershire businesses

Alongside its successful sporting achievements, Gloucester Rugby also boasts impressive engagement across its social media...

Gloucestershire College reveals contractor for its new multi-million-pound construction centre

With work on its anticipated £5 million sustainable construction centre in Cheltenham starting this October 2023, Gloucestershire...

Wholly Gelato kicks off a month of seven new openings at Gloucester Food Dock

November 2023 is set to be a busy month at Gloucester Food Dock with seven new food and drink destinations opening their doors —...

Cheltenham's Emerge Digital announces new graduate scheme to support 30 per cent growth

Cheltenham-based technology consultancy, Emerge Digital, has hired three graduates, marking the launch of the company’s first...

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,...

Building work begins at anticipated new Cotswolds Designer Outlet

Construction starts on the Cotswolds Designer Outlet near Tewkesbury, right off the M5, and it's all systems go for a spring 2025...

How businesses can boost trade and make Gloucestershire greener

Gloucestershire County Council is partnering with Trees for Streets and the Woodland Trust to make it easier for businesses to...

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...

From Cotswolds startup to global health leader – pioneering app team joins Google Academy

A breastfeeding and early parenthood support app developed in Cirencester has joined Google’s AI for Health Academy — giving it...

Cotswold District Council moves forward in green energy plans with solar power investment

Cotswold District Council makes a big leap towards its target of becoming net-zero by 2030 through investing in the installation...

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...

Cheltenham Racecourse announces new fashion partner

Gloucestershire's homegrown luxury clothing brand, Holland Cooper, is the official fashion partner for Cheltenham Racecourse's...

Over £3,000 raised for Sue Ryder at SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

A whopping £3,050 was raised for SoGlos's Charity of the Year, Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice, at an incredible event...

SGGBA 2023 awards night photos

See the photos from the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023, where finalists, sponsors and special guests came together at...

SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023 winners revealed

The winners of the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023 have finally been revealed — and here's who took home a trophy...

Today's the day for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

The wait is nearly over — the live reveal of the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023 is happening tonight, when the very...

Gloucestershire Airport to take part in an innovative green fuel trial

As part of a new project to find greener ways of travelling, Gloucestershire Airport will participate in a trial that will see the...

Common cyber attacks can be avoided with one simple assessment

Have you ever heard of Cyber Essentials? It's a government-backed initiative that allows any size of business to gain the...

High hopes for the next generation of cyber specialists as they offer help to Gloucestershire businesses

In a collaboration between the University of Gloucestershire and the South West Cyber Resilience Centre, small and medium-sized...

Multi-million-pound Greiner Bio-One headquarters in Stonehouse reaches completion

A new multi-million pound warehouse and office facility for Greiner Bio-One has reached 'practical completion', with the...

Succession and tax expert joins Forest of Dean law firm

Specialising in UK tax and personal estate planning, a new partner has joined Gloucestershire law firm Thrings' Lydney office.

Historic lodge to be transformed into new Cotswolds wedding venue

Work has begun on redeveloping a Grade II* listed lodge in Cirencester Park into an exciting new Cotswolds wedding venue — which...

First look: The Hop Kettle Brewery Tap Room at Gloucester Food Dock

The Hop Kettle Brewery Tap Room, the first bar at the highly anticipated £3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock, has now opened. SoGlos...

Rendcomb College opens new post office and village store in the Cotswolds

Leading Cotswolds independent school, Rendcomb College, opened its new post office and village store this October 2023, creating a...

Cheltenham marketing agency wins big at regional enterprise awards

Cheltenham's boutique digital content marketing agency, Content Chef, has won an award at the SME News’ seventh annual Southern...

Cheltenham drinks company launches low alcohol wine in a can

A Cheltenham-based drinks company that's one of the UK's leading producers of canned wine is launching its first ever low alcohol...

Adam Henson launches new wellbeing podcast to improve the mental health of farmers

Gloucestershire farmer Adam Henson explores common mental health issues affecting the UK's farming community in a brand-new...

Schoolgirls in Gloucestershire can now register for the national CyberFirst Girls Competition

Gloucestershire schoolgirls can take on cryptography, coding and AI in a series of cyber challenges to be in with a chance of...

SGGBA 2023 awards evening is fast approaching

Gloucestershire's leading business awards are fast approaching, with hundreds of guests representing the very best businesses in...

How a Gloucestershire firm is guiding everyone from students to industry experts on their cyber journey

Trusted by both industry peers and leading educational establishments, Gloucestershire-based North Green Security is helping to...

Cheltenham's original Japanese restaurant launches new sushi-making school

SoGlos was one of the first in the county to get to grips with the craft of sushi-making in the new classes launched at KIBOU's...

Gloucestershire charity's report shows how media influences understanding of AI

A new report from Gloucestershire charity Cheltenham Festivals and the University of Bristol has found that the narratives around...

850-year-old Forest of Dean farm to be transformed into a vineyard and winery

Plans have been submitted which could see an 850-year-old farm in the Forest of Dean transformed into a sprawling 34-acre...

Historic secrets revealed as £3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock prepares for first opening

It's a hive of activity at Gloucester Food Dock as Hop Kettle Brewery Tap Room prepares to open its doors next week — and there...

Gloucestershire marketing agency delivers the UK's largest cyber awards ceremony

Local marketing agency, PinPoint Media successfully delivered the fifth National Cyber Awards in September, with over 400...

Gloucester Rugby launches new matchday hospitality packages for 2023/24 season

The newly-refurbished 1873 Bistro at Gloucester Rugby offers a unique space for businesses, families and friends to experience...

Leading Cheltenham law firm expands cyber expertise with two new partners

International law firm, Charles Russell Speechlys, is welcoming two new partners to its Cheltenham office, with Rebecca Steer...

Cheltenham's PoloWorks launches new digital division for insurers

Brokers and insurers in the London insurance market now have access to a comprehensive AI-supported digital toolkit via...

Everything visitors can expect at the newly opened Roxy Lanes this autumn

Huge game rooms, rock and pop-inspired cocktails and karaoke rooms ready for you to belt it out in... Roxy Lanes reveals a more...

New director at Renishaw aspires to address diversity in the engineering sector

Gloucestershire engineering giant Renishaw is expanding its leadership team with the appointment of a new non-executive director,...

Flagship science and technology park at Berkeley Green is up for sale

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College has revealed that its 45-acre flagship science and technology park at Berkeley Green is...

Huge Cotswolds manor becomes luxury hotel and private members club

A large new luxury hotel and private members club in the Cotswolds is upping the glamour stakes with a cave cellar featuring 5,000...

International airline academy at Gloucestershire Airport appoints new general manager

Skyborne Airline Academy has announced the appointment of Paul Fabian as its new general manager of the firm's UK facility based...

SoGlos launches new Gloucestershire cyber guest section

To coincide with European Cybersecurity Month, SoGlos has launched a new CyberGlos section dedicated to the cyber industry in...

Funding agreed for huge Golden Valley cyber development

The Golden Valley Development takes a huge step forward as funding is agreed for its National Cyber Innovation Centre — set to...

New partnership brings affordable cyber security to small businesses and charities in Gloucestershire

The South West Cyber Resilience Centre and the University of Gloucestershire have partnered on a new police-led initiative to make...

First look: New shop is a dream come true for Cheltenham's Wildflower Illustration Co

A young couple has transformed a hobby into a stunning stationery shop in Cheltenham, celebrating the beauty of nature and the...

New chief executive of UCAS brings transformative leadership to role

UCAS has announced the appointment of its new chief executive officer, Dr Jo Saxton, who will take up the reins of the university...

Stagecoach appoints new group CEO

One of the UK's largest bus and coach operators, Stagecoach, appoints a new chief executive officer, who will adapt the transport...

Gloucestershire's first roller disco venue is opening this autumn

The first dedicated roller disco venue in the county is rolling into Gloucester Quays, with a brand-new 8,000 sq ft unit set to...

Nuffield Health appoints new health systems director for Wales and the west

Healthcare charity Nuffield Health has appointed a new health systems director, with Rob Thomas taking on the brand-new role to...

Gloucester Food Dock to see seven new openings this November 2023

Seven delicious new independent foodie openings are on course to bring a burst of life to the much anticipated £3.5 million...

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...

Cult Gloucestershire brewery forges new cloud and cyber security partnership

Cheltenham's hugely popular DEYA Brewing Company is partnering with Eagle Tower-based Emerge Digital to improve its cloud and...

Leading Gloucestershire accountancy firm hires record number of apprentices

Gloucestershire-based accountants, Hazlewoods, took on a record number of school leavers and graduates this September 2023, with...

Gloucestershire cyber security specialist signs new three-year deal with NHS

Cheltenham-based Cylera, which is a leader in healthcare IoT intelligence and security, has signed a new three-year deal with the...

First look: Roxy Lanes booze and ball games venue opening in the heart of Cheltenham

SoGlos was the first to step through the doors of the new Roxy Lanes ahead of its official opening this week — with Cheltenham's...

First look: Gloucestershire's first wine barn brings 400 wine varieties to the Cotswolds

The tiny Vinotopia Wine Box in Nailsworth has been transformed into a huge Wine Barn offering 400 varieties of wines, spirits and...

Community grants for warm spaces up for grabs in Tewkesbury borough

Community venues in the Tewkesbury borough can now apply for grants to help provide warm spaces for residents as Gloucestershire...

University of Gloucestershire wins £300,000 grant for mental health research

The University of Gloucestershire has received more than £300,000 worth of funding to put towards its project, investigating...

AccXel relaunches ambassador programme to support the next generation of construction professionals

Gloucestershire's pioneering construction school, AccXel, is relaunching its ambassador programme in 2023 to inspire and connect...

Crusading Gloucestershire brewery wins Sustainable Pub of the Year

Dubbed the ‘Oscars of the UK's pub industry’ Stroud Brewery has been named Sustainable Pub of the Year in the Great British Pub...

Cheltenham-based architects grows its team with new associate director

Award-winning Gloucestershire architects, coombes:everitt, expands its leadership team with RIBA Chartered architect, Mike Court,...

Leaders come together for second SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Golf Day

Senior figures connected at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Golf Day 2023 in partnership with Optimising IT – for sporting...

First look: Five star Cotswolds hotel launches its first self-catering lodge

A historic lodge at Ellenborough Park, on the edge of Cheltenham, has been transformed into a cosy couples retreat as the luxury...

Hartpury University launches new degree courses for 2024 enrolment

Hartpury University has unveiled two new undergraduate degree courses, with Gloucestershire students now able to apply for BSc...

Finalists revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

The panel of judges have met and the worthy contenders have been whittled down through a meticulous — and occasionally heated! —...

New luxury wellness and fitness studio opens in Cheltenham

Blending cutting-edge fitness techniques with holistic wellness, Alchemy 16 is a brand-new luxury fitness studio that's now open...

St. James's Place announces new CEO

The UK's leading wealth management firm, St James's Place — which is headquartered in Cirencester — has announced who is becoming...

New head of communications for The Cheltenham Trust

The charity which runs Cheltenham Town Hall, Pittville Pump Room, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum, Leisure At Cheltenham and the...

Gloucestershire porridge maker signs new deal with major airline

Wolfy's porridge, which is made by Stroud-based Kitchen Garden Foods, will be available to tuck into on easyJet flights from...

Staverton aircraft firm announces new chief sustainability officer

A newly-created senior leadership role has been announced at Staverton-based aircraft technology firm, Safran, with Nathalie...

A retail unit is becoming available at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham

Luke at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham is closing when its lease comes to an end, making the unit one of the only spots...

First look: Inside Daylesford's newest pub opening this September 2023

Packed with attention to detail, in a classically beautiful Cotswolds setting, The Bell at Charlbury brings charm by the bucket...

Take your Gloucestershire business to the next level with this free online quiz

The holiday season is over and it's time to get back to business — and Gloucestershire business leaders can get free, personalised...

Popular Gloucestershire attraction calls on local businesses to make a scarecrow for its autumn trail

Painswick Rococo Garden is giving Gloucestershire businesses and schools the chance to contribute to its autumn trail, by making...

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...

Gloucestershire engineering giant celebrates 50 years in business with an international excellence award

Sir David McMurtry, the co-founder of Gloucestershire engineering giant, Renishaw, has been given an international award for his...

Gloucester Rugby appoints new chief executive officer

Gloucester Rugby has named former lock, Alex Brown, as its newest chief executive officer.

First look: The biggest indoor event space at Gloucester Quays

With a brand-new mezzanine doubling its capacity, Gloucester Brewery's Warehouse 4 is now the largest event space at Gloucester...

20-year plan for new homes in Stroud district in jeopardy

With the infrastructure viability of the Stroud Local Plan under scrutiny, Stroud District Council has requested a pause in...

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...

Global Google head features on Gloucestershire podcast

Google's head of creativity capability development chats to the managing director of Cirencester-based environmental consultancy...

First look: Stylish new coffee bar and community space opening in Cheltenham

SoGlos was the first to step through the doors of the new Sorrel Stores ahead of its official opening this week — with...

Cheltenham's boutique Tivoli Cinema is up for sale

After Empire Cinemas went into administration in July 2023, eight venues, including Tivoli Cinema in Cheltenham, are now going up...

Cheltenham's GL50 fine dining restaurant closes

Cheltenham's relaxed fine dining restaurant, Jonas at GL50, has closed this August 2023, with chef Jonas Lodge urging diners to...

Gloucestershire construction consultancy named supplier for prestigious NHS framework

Beating off competition from national and international businesses, Brockworth-based Vitruvius Management Services has been named...

Gloucestershire Corporate Golf Day returns for its second year

Bringing businesses across the county together for a fun and competitive day on the fairway, the SoGlos and Optimising IT...

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...

Cheltenham rooftop bar bids to become new late night destination

Cheltenham's first and only rooftop restaurant and bar, The Nook on Five, has applied to extend its late night licence to serve...

University of Gloucestershire launches new range of short business courses

The University of Gloucestershire is launching a new range of short courses to help develop business skillsets — including the...

Longborough Festival Opera appoints new non-executive director

A unique cultural event in the Cotswolds' annual calendar, Longborough Festival Opera has named Andrew Mosely as its newest...

Ontic announces new site director at Staverton facility

Emma Jenkins is appointed as site director for manufacturing firm Ontic, to oversee operations at its Staverton facility in...

Hartpury receives £2.4 million funding boost to develop local agriculture

Hartpury University and College has received a massive £2.4 million boost in funding to improve its facilities and introduce three...

Gloucestershire-based global dental engineering firm continues ambitious overseas growth

Gloucester-based firm, Prima Dental, storms the international market with plans to continue improving and growing its product and...

Cheltenham law firm receives record recognition in Chambers guide

The Chambers High Net Worth 2023 guide recognises Cheltenham-based Charles Russell Speechlys as one of the very best law firms in...

New operations director for Stagecoach West

Gloucestershire's leading bus operator, Stagecoach West, has appointed a new operations director, with Chris Hanson taking the...

Chic Cotswolds restaurant welcomes new head chef

There's a new head chef in the kitchen at Téatro Bar and Restaurant in Cirencester, as TJ Case joins the team this August 2023.

NHS Gloucestershire appoints new chief nursing officer

Formerly the chief nurse at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Marie Crofts has been appointed the new chief nursing officer at...

Portuguese cyber firm is moving its global HQ to Gloucestershire

The latest addition to Gloucestershire's thriving cyber scene, Portuguese firm B10Sec Cybersecurity and Data Protection Services...

State-of-the-art new supercar factory could be built in Gloucestershire

Plans for an impressive new McMurtry Automotive factory and showroom in Wotton-under-edge near Stroud have been submitted by...

Demand for green energy in Gloucestershire set to create many new jobs

With renewable energy being a top priority for the foreseeable future, Stonehouse-based green energy specialist Cotswold Energy...

Tewkesbury Park announces its new hotel manager

Almost 11 years to the day since she first started working at Tewkesbury Park, Samantha Birch is being promoted to hotel manager...

Cotswolds cordial producer is teaming up with Jo Malone London

Much-loved Stroud soft drinks producer, bottlegreen, is bringing its subtle Cotswold-inspired flavours to Jo Malone London stores...

The Everyman Theatre raises £15,000 to build nursery in Sierra Leone

Audiences at The Everyman Theatre have helped raise a brilliant £15,000 to go towards building a nursery in Sierra Leone, creating...

University of Gloucestershire's new City Campus in Gloucester is revealed

The University of Gloucestershire has unveiled the exterior of its new City Campus in Gloucester for the first time, showing its...

Spirax Sarco welcomes new group chief executive

Top international group Spirax-Sarco Engineering, with headquarters in Cheltenham, appoints its newest group chief executive,...

First look: New bar offering 100 rums is opening in Cheltenham

A new drinking spot, 33 The Rum Bar, is opening this August 2023 on Prestbury Road, with live music in the basement, a 14ft banana...

Two Rivers Housing appoints new chief executive

Hayley Selway is joining Gloucestershire housing association, Two Rivers Housing, as its new chief executive, replacing long-term...

How Stroud Brewery is inspiring positive change in the community

With its taproom being at the heart of the community, Stroud Brewery does so much more than just brewing exceptional organic beer...

‘End of an era’ for GFirst LEP

The confirmation that government core funding for LEPs will end in March 2024 marks the ‘end of an era and the start of a new...

How Gloucestershire businesses can make big savings on electricity bills

With budgets tight and energy bills sky high, taking control of electricity usage is important to many businesses, along with...

Gloucestershire Airport appoints new airport director

With a career that began in the Royal Air Force and has seen him hold senior roles at the likes of Gatwick Airport, Jason Ivey...

£700,000 awarded to support rural communities in the Cotswolds

Cotswold District Council has been awarded over £700,000 from the Rural England Prosperity Fund to support rural communities in...

Fast-growing Gloucestershire engineering firm appoints new operations director

SGGBA-winning Gloucestershire engineering company, ALS Mechatronic, has appointed a new operations director, as Blake Harrison...

Gloucestershire housebuilder appoints new contracts manager

Barnwood-based Newland Homes has appointed Jason Knight as its new contracts manager, following Dale Martin's retirement.

Gloucestershire SMEs save millions thanks to carbon-saving scheme from Severn Wye

Almost 500 small businesses across Gloucestershire have benefited from free energy-saving support and grant funding from Severn...

New solar energy park near Stroud gets the go ahead

Berkeley is set to become home to a brand-new solar park providing enough energy to power over 12,500 homes, as Stroud District...

New solar energy co-op launches in Gloucestershire

A new, not-for-profit community energy co-operative is launching in Gloucestershire, offering to install solar PV panels on the...

Plans revealed for Cheltenham's new multi-million pound cyber learning hub

The University of Gloucestershire has submitted plans for a £5.8 million cyber hub, set to become a centre of excellence for...

KIBOU puts one of its cult dishes back on the menu for its 10th anniversary

To mark its 10-year milestone anniversary, in June 2023 KIBOU invited fans of the restaurant to let them know what they’d like to...

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...

Gloucestershire's leading shooting school reveals impressive new expansion

One of the UK's top 10 largest shooting schools is now even bigger, as Cheltenham's popular Ian Coley Sporting reveals its...

The Gloucestershire financial planning firm that can help support the generations to come

Sitting down to plan for your children's and grandchildren's financial futures is something most parents think about at some...

Cotswolds theatre announces fresh production team to mark new direction for its fifth anniversary

Two new faces at The Barn Theatre in Cirencester are bringing decades of experience for an ambitious year that's bringing two...

New drinks menu at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie champions top Gloucestershire producers

Big names from Gloucester, Stroud, the Cotswolds and Cheltenham are being celebrated in a new drinks menu launching this August...

Every Stagecoach West bus is now a safe space for women and girls in Gloucestershire

In a movement to protect those who feel threatened or intimidated while out and about, Stagecoach West joins shops and other...

Zwings e-scooters set to leave Gloucestershire – but what's next?

Zwings may be leaving Gloucestershire but a new provider has been announced by the County Council, continuing the e-scooters trial...

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...

Inspiring new 'dry garden' in Stroud showcases eco-friendly planting

As temperatures rise, it's more important than ever to create gardens that can withstand the heat and require less watering — with...

Hartpury College and University wins regional excellence award

The Gloucestershire educational provider's state-of-the-art student dining facilities, Hartpury Graze, scooped the Value Award at...

Gloucester physics teacher inspiring girls in STEM receives honorary doctorate

Local manufacturing expert turned physics teacher receives an honorary doctorate for her significant contribution to promoting...

Gloucestershire businesses lead the way in reducing carbon emissions

Gloucestershire's public sector is spearheading decarbonisation projects across the county, with the help of Stonehouse-based...

Costco set to open in Gloucester – with big name bargains on the way

Evesham property developer Chase Commercial has confirmed a new Costco is coming to Gloucester at the Centric Park site off...

How to drive around Europe and not pay a single penny for fuel

Hire a Tesla from Cheltenham’s Cleevely EV for a summer road trip and (as long as you use super-fast charging) your miles are...

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...

Gloucestershire tech giants partner to make cyber security affordable for small businesses

Forging a new strategic partnership, resident firms of Cheltenham's Eagle Tower hope to bring enterprise-level cyber security...

Cheltenham is outperforming the national average for town centre occupancy

A new report co-commissioned by Cheltenham Borough Council and Cheltenham BID shows that the town is outperforming the national...

Cotswolds homeware emporium celebrates 10th anniversary by doubling size of flagship store

Cotswolds lifestyle and vintage store Domestic Science has opened a newly expanded flagship base in Nailsworth thanks to 10 years...

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...

Gloucestershire green energy firm wins major local council contract

Stroud District Council has awarded a £5 million contract to install renewable heating systems and solar panels at three major...

Former prime minister Theresa May is coming to Gloucester this autumn

Gloucester History Festival has announced that former UK prime minister, Theresa May, is taking part in its series of Blackfriars...

Using nature to help heal and boost NHS resources in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is teaming up with the Gloucestershire Clinical Commissioning Group to trial a range of green...

Cotswolds is home to the UK and Ireland's most popular distillery

Cotswolds Distillery has beaten heritage Scottish and well-respected Irish distilleries to take the top spot in a new list of the...

Gloucestershire automotive technology giant reveals major rebrand on its 30th anniversary

One of Gloucestershire's Top 100 businesses has a brand-new name and focus, as PHINIA officially separates from BorgWarner and...

SoPublishing shortlisted in PressGazette Future of Media Awards 2023

Shortlisted alongside the Financial Times, Reach and PinkNews, SoPublishing — the company behind SoGlos — has been recognised in...

Stroud District Council is taking over Stratford Park Leisure Centre

Stroud District Council is taking back control of Stratford Park Leisure Centre from November 2024, in a move to 'ensure everyone...

Renowned family-owned Gloucestershire business reveals ambitious plans for overseas expansion

Gloucester's family-owned GR Lane Health Products (Lanes Health) reveals progressive plans to expand overseas into international...

One of Gloucestershire's most prolific family firms celebrates successful year with great-grandson at the helm

Respected company within the natural health and wellbeing sector, Gloucester's family-owned GR Lane Health Products (Lanes Health)...

Gloucestershire hotel reveals major £3m refurbishment

Holiday Inn Gloucester-Cheltenham has undertaken a major £3m refurbishment — and has now revealed its grand completion.

Stroud energy company launches world's first electric airline

Entrepreneur Dale Vince, founder of Stroud-based green energy company Ecotricity and owner of the Forest Green Rovers football...

Gloucestershire care workers celebrated at glamorous summer ball

A Gloucestershire care and supported living provider is giving back to its hardworking employees with a special event and some...

Gloucestershire travel company crowned agency of the year

Your Co-op Travel, with branches in Cheltenham, Cinderford, Lydney and Gloucester, scoops top travel industry award for tenth year...

The Gloucestershire law firm attracting the county's brightest legal stars

The Covid-19 pandemic didn't just change our view of where we can work, but where talented people want to work — and it got...

Gloucestershire's only five star hotel launches new spa garden

Ellenborough Park, on the edge of Cheltenham, has transformed part of its garden into an alfresco spa — complete with sauna cabin,...

SGGBA sponsors and shortlisted businesses come together at exciting new SoGlos event

Judges got the chance to find out more about the stellar successes of firms shortlisted for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business...

Meet the Gloucestershire cyber security experts empowering SMEs through education

Dynamic Cheltenham-based cyber firm, North Green Security, is empowering employees and businesses through education, providing...

Vacant and disused spaces in Gloucester to be transformed in new city rejuvenation project

A new venture from Gloucestershire-based construction firm, Elijahwillow Ltd, will see neglected areas in the city of Gloucester...

Cotswold university on a quest to produce wheat in scorching deserts

The Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester is teaming up with experts in the United Arab Emirates and the University of...

How Gloucestershire Olbas Oil pioneers have created a healthy workplace for staff for over 90 years

A thriving family company that combines over 90 years’ experience in promoting health and wellbeing via OTC medicines, food...

Three new foodie openings for Gloucester – with more on the way

Gloucester's high street has got a tasty boost with two new food and drink hot spots opening within recent weeks. As KFC prepares...

Gloucestershire charity launches Crowdfunder to create a new music venue in the Forest of Dean

The Music Works is aiming to open a brand-new music venue and recording studio in Cinderford, with a new Crowdfunder campaign to...

Cotswold Water Park hotel reveals £900,000 refurbishment

A new look for the Gloucestershire hot spot includes more than £250,000 of new furniture and artwork for its restaurant as well as...

Gloucestershire engineering giant opens cutting-edge new STEM centre

Gloucestershire-based engineering firm, Renishaw, opens a brand-new science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) outreach...

Sponsorship from 100 Gloucestershire businesses will help a brewery deliver aid vans to Ukraine

Gloucester Brewery is seeking corporate sponsorship from 100 county businesses to allow it to buy and deliver humanitarian aid...

Excavation work at Gloucester's City Campus uncovers a new archaeological discovery

The remains of an 18th century church have been uncovered for the first time by archaeologists working on the University of...

New innovative play area gives Hardwicke village a fresh lease of life

Gloucestershire-based Greenfields landscapers has transformed a bare stretch of grass in Hardwicke, on the edge of Gloucester,...

Gloucestershire recruitment company is helping major UK insurance firm with its new apprenticeship drive

A major UK firm with millions of customers has launched a drive for new apprentices — and it has sought out a Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire charity expands dementia care facilities in Cheltenham to meet growing demand

Royal Court care home in Cheltenham is opening a second specialist dementia wing, as Lilian Faithfull Care responds to growing...

Architects firm moves to historic location in Cheltenham

A leading Gloucestershire architectural firm, RRA Architects, has moved its county headquarters to newly-refurbished office spaces...

Stagecoach is one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the second year running

Leading bus operator Stagecoach, which runs services across Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, has been ranked as one of the Top...

Gloucester-based Optimising IT becomes an assured service provider for Cyber Essentials

IT support services provider, Optimising IT in Gloucester, has been recognised as an assured service provider for Cyber Essentials...

SoGlos launches on brand-new Threads app

SoGlos is one of the first businesses in the county to join Meta's brand-new Threads app, continuing its forward-thinking approach...

Stroud ecology consultants known for Gloucestershire bat conservation efforts wins national award

Wildwood Ecology, an environmental consultancy which has an office in the Cotswolds, has won the Medium Sized Consultancy of the...

Gloucestershire school named Education Project of the Year

A new school in Cheltenham has been named Education Project of the Year at a property awards night celebrating the very best...

Husband-and-wife-run vehicle repair firm named south west's best start-up

A vehicle repair business, launched in the Covid-19 pandemic by a husband and wife team from Gloucester, has won the consumer...

Fast-growing insurance services provider opens new office in Cheltenham

Insurance services support provider, PoloWorks, has enjoyed a year of significant growth, expanding its staff team by 18 per cent...

Gloucestershire renewable energy firm makes The Sunday Times 100 List

Leading renewable energy consultancy, Immersa, has been included in the prestigious The Sunday Times 100 List for 2023, marking it...

University of Gloucestershire's new city centre campus is taking shape

With building work on the site of the former Debenhams building in Gloucester city centre well underway, the University of...

It's here! The SoGlos Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire 2023

After months of research, and with the support of our fantastic partners, we can finally reveal the SoGlos Top 100 Businesses in...

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...

First look: The Black Bear pub in Tewkesbury

Gloucestershire's oldest pub has reopened after an extensive six-year restoration project. Pop in for ghosts, secret passageways,...

Gloucester Rugby buys popular Kingsholm pub

A popular Kingsholm bar which has become a favourite with fans of Gloucester Rugby has been bought by the club.

Unique Gloucestershire laundry brand sells over 15,000 bottles during launch weekend

Tallow + Ash, a new laundry brand from Gloucestershire entrepreneur Ciara McGurk, has sold over 15,000 bottles of its unique,...

University of Gloucestershire teams up with national sports association for major new study

In the first research of its kind for the UK, the University of Gloucestershire has teamed up with Basketball England to...

Cheltenham craft beer and cocktail bar is offering free kitchen takeovers to food businesses

Gloucestershire food businesses which make 'epic scran' are being invited to take over the kitchen at popular Cheltenham craft...

Gloucestershire businesses gather for a networking day with a difference

Business leaders from some of Gloucestershire’s most exciting companies came together to lock horns – in a friendly fashion – at a...

Two more exciting eateries announced for £3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock

Two new independent names are joining the growing menu of eateries lining up to tantalise tastebuds at the £3.5 million-plus...

Gloucestershire vineyard wins gold at national wine awards

One of England's oldest vineyards, and Gloucestershire's largest, has taken home the top accolade at the national WineGB Awards in...

Shortlist revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

County companies can finally find out if they're in the running for the county's largest awards, as SoGlos reveals the official...

New headquarters for Cheltenham Festivals set to open in 2024

One of the most exciting developments in Cheltenham — a new headquarters for the company that runs its famous festivals and a key...

How a Gloucestershire tech firm rescued a much-loved museum from IT disaster

When the Soldiers of Gloucestershire museum suffered a total IT loss, it was a devastating blow to the charity. Thankfully, with...

Get a rewarding new job helping people become more active in Gloucestershire

Charity Active Gloucestershire is on the hunt for three vital roles to help encourage communities to embrace a more active...

One of Gloucestershire’s oldest family firms hits record turnover

One of the county’s oldest family businesses, Watts of Lydney, has announced a near 20 per cent jump in turnover to over £52...

Gloucestershire school scoops Education Business Awards title for a second year

St Edward's Cheltenham has won the Oustanding Progress title for the second year running at the Education Business Awards this...

The Roses Theatre launches new patron package for Gloucestershire businesses

Tewkesbury's flagship arts and culture destination, The Roses Theatre, is launching a new patron package for local businesses to...

Cheltenham design consultancy wins £50,000 investment to develop the UK's first accessible EV charger

A design consultancy based in Cheltenham has been awarded £50,000 from Innovate UK to develop the first accessible electric...

Why Gloucestershire businesses benefit from bringing people together

The sun is shining, it's time to leave laptops behind and embrace meeting in person, with 95 per cent of people believing they...

Fast-growing Gloucestershire legal firm is moving to new offices at The Brewery Quarter

Montpellier Legal is moving to a brand-new office at The Brewery Quarter in Cheltenham, taking the development to 99 per cent...

Record crowds expected for women's rugby final at Kingsholm

When Gloucester-Hartpury RFC take on Exeter Chiefs in the Allianz Premier 15s final at Kingshom stadium on Saturday 24 June 2023...

New Daylesford pub to open in the Cotswolds this autumn 2023

A revamped 17th century market town inn, with 12 bedrooms, is set to serve up pub classics alongside a private dining barn this...

Legendary Gloucestershire craft brewery up for sale

A brewery that has been a pioneer of craft beer in Gloucestershire for more than two decades — and remains a firm favourite with...

Sandford Parks Lido saved by installation of brand-new solar panels

As with many industries county and country-wide, the leisure sector is facing a financial crisis due to rising energy prices — and...

Stroud Brewery launches new guide to help Gloucestershire pubs become more sustainable

To coincide with National Beer Day this June 2023, Stroud Brewery is launching a brand-new Sustainability in Pubs guide to help...

Cheltenham company launches new AI chatbot to help keep kids safe online

Digital Woof, an EdTech startup based at Hub8 in Cheltenham, is launching a unique new AI chatbot called Ask FiDO, designed to...

Cutting-edge digital healthcare centre set to open in Gloucestershire

In an exciting landmark project, the University of Gloucestershire and the NHS have joined forces to reveal plans for an...

Landscapers transform grounds for cutting-edge virtual reality unit at Hartpury University

A digital studio for agri-tech innovation at Hartpury University now has a biodiverse garden and smart new setting thanks to...

Cheltenham business coach is named one of the Top 25 in the world

Gloucestershire businesses are in safe hands with ActionCOACH Cheltenham, which has been recognised as one of the Top 25 firms...

QuoLux recognised as a 'force for good' by global B Corp movement

A company responsible for helping develop some of Gloucestershire’s foremost senior business leaders has achieved an accolade many...

New boss of University of Gloucestershire named

The University of Gloucestershire has revealed the name of its new vice-chancellor who will take over from the long-serving...

Judges compile the shortlist for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

The entries are in and the difficult task of deciding which businesses will be put forward for this year’s SoGlos Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire business lessons: The secret to three-times faster growth is surprising...

In the latest in our series revealing the lessons that have led to success for Gloucestershire business leaders, in partnership...

Cheltenham company wins £50,000 investment from Innovate UK

A Cheltenham technology company, founded by an FBI-trained forensic artist, has been awarded £50,000 from Innovate UK to tackle...

A new sports store is opening at Gloucester Quays

Sports fans in Gloucestershire don't have long to wait before the new PUMA store at Gloucester Quays opens its doors, this summer...

Gloucestershire entrepreneur heads to Las Vegas to pitch for huge investment

The founder of a local laundry detergent brand is in the running for a share of a £5 million investment from beer giants, BrewDog.

Gloucestershire brewery wins gold at the 'Oscars for beer'

Stroud Brewery has another reason to raise a toast, after winning four gold awards at the SIBA Independent Beer Awards – the...

Student's wild swimming business idea wins big cash investment

A student from Gloucestershire who dreamt up a business that helps improve the safety of wild swimmers has walked away with first...

SoGlos Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire 2023 is coming soon

SoGlos will reveal the Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire for 2023 — showcasing the very biggest businesses in the county, this...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: May 2023

From senior appointments at big hitting accountancy firms, new generations rising through the ranks at some of Gloucestershire's...

Finalists revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023

With a whopping 25,000 votes cast, the finalists for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023 have now been decided – and...

£40 million aerospace factory opens in Gloucestershire

American engineering giant Moog has opened its new £40 million aerospace division headquarters in Tewkesbury, with general manager...

Family firm breaks £100m turnover in its 50th year

When Terry Creed opened his first Linbar grocery store in Cheltenham with butcher Reg Pitt in the 1970s it was the beginning of...

New Gloucestershire climbing centre confident phase two will go ahead

Owners of the new high ropes and activity tower 270 Climbing Park said they are confident phase two of the £7 million leisure park...

The dos and don'ts of dismissing an employee, reveals Cheltenham law firm

One of the most challenging situations a manager will deal with is the dismissal of a member of staff. SoGlos spoke to Trula...

New co-working space opens in Dursley

A brand-new, state-of-the-art co-working space, which aims to revolutionise remote working in the area, has just opened its doors...

Gloucestershire businesses can get free training to support working carers

A Gloucestershire charity is offering local businesses free carer awareness sessions, to help support employees who are also...

'If you're standing still, you're going backwards' says one of the county's oldest law firms

Taking charge after more than two decades at a firm that has been around since 1857 are unlikely ingredients for change, but...

Leading Cheltenham cyber firms elevate the county's profile with Portuguese partnership

What started as a fact-finding mission to a Lisbon business community ahead of Gloucestershire's Golden Valley Development has...

Three new stores are opening at Regent Arcade in Cheltenham

Regent Arcade Shopping Centre in Cheltenham is set to become home to three exciting new brands this spring 2023, with Black Sheep...

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...

Cotswolds Distillery wins gold at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

The equivalent of winning an Oscar in the spirits world, Cotswolds Distillery has been awarded a gold medal for its Cotswolds...

Three major national sports associations back new £2 million pound facility in Stroud

Sport England, the Football Association and the Rugby Football Union have teamed up to back a new £1.8 million sports centre in...

Huge new luxury Cotswolds wine barn is opening this summer 2023

A new luxury retail destination with more than 400 lines of wines, spirits and beers is opening in Nailsworth this summer 2023....

How a Gloucestershire IT company supports one of the country's leading foodservice firms

Creed Foodservice, one of the UK's leading suppliers of food products to chefs and caterers, shares how Gloucester-based...

Engineering firm on board to help UK sailing team win the America's Cup

Helping to build a yacht that can travel faster than the wind, a Gloucestershire firm is lending its world-class engineering and...

£6 million Gloucester city centre flats could unearth historic treasures

A London developer has revealed big plans for the middle of Gloucester — 55 new flats on the former Sainsbury’s supermarket site —...

Signed Picasso print sells for £27,000 at Gloucestershire art fair

The popular Fresh: Art Fair at Cheltenham Racecourse has had a record year in 2023, with incredible visitor numbers and its...

Dream job up for grabs at Hartpury University and Hartpury College

If you're passionate about providing outstanding careers support for young people, then Hartpury University and Hartpury College...

The Forest of Dean to welcome special royal guest

A construction school in the Forest of Dean will welcome a very special guest this week, as Princess Anne accepts an invite to...

Exciting new deal for fast-growing Cheltenham tech company sees expansion into the Asia-Pacific market

An impressive new deal with an Australian firm is set to supercharge international growth at an innovative Gloucestershire...

World’s biggest wine merchant partners with Gloucestershire recruitment expert

A multi-million pound organisation, which is considered the world's biggest wine merchant, has signed an exclusive deal with a...

There is still time to enter the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

The deadline for entries to this year's SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards is fast approaching, but county companies and...

Why the Stroud district is 'The Natural Place' for businesses to invest according to a new initiative

Eco-conscious and innovative with 'an energy unlike any other place', business leaders are being encouraged to look to the Stroud...

Popular mobile coffee van opens new café in Cheltenham

A new sporty café has opened in partnership with Leckhampton Rovers Football Club and it's serving up pitchside treats and artisan...

Celebrating 30 years of Gloucestershire Young Carers

‘These are not young people who empty the dishwasher or make tea for their parents on their birthdays. Their families rely on them...

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...

Success continues to create jobs at Gloucestershire global engineering firm

After a year of enviable growth, Prima Dental’s prediction of more to come in 2023 is proving as accurate as its precision...

High hopes for natural world with coronation of King Charles III

Country Land and Business Association welcomes King’s reign as champion for Gloucestershire's rural communities.

SoGlos audience hits 16-year record high

With more readers visiting the online magazine, following through its dedicated social media channels and subscribing to its email...

Sewage powered planes on the horizon thanks to £5 million investment

Airlines of the future could take to the skies powered by fuel made from sewage sludge after a game-changing deal was signed...

Historic law firm unveils its new Gloucestershire headquarters

One of Gloucestershire’s oldest law firms has underlined its commitment to the county, unveiling a new headquarters at the heart...

Gloucestershire law firm says 100 deals worth £600 million is just the beginning

Cheltenham law firm BPE has revealed it was involved in 100 corporate deals last year, worth £600 million – and it predicts more...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Everything else is replaceable – people aren't

In the second of a new series of Gloucestershire business lessons, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos speaks to Clare...

Gloucestershire bowling centre reveals major upgrade after £750,000 investment

The owner of Tenpin Gloucester, the indoor bowling alley and soft play area, has unveiled a major investment in the popular city...

Gloucestershire firm ranked one of the UK's best places to work for second year running

Gloucester-based ProCook has been ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK for a second year running, with positive...

Award-winning pet store set to open in Cirencester

Set to have tails wagging across the county, Cirencester will welcome a brand-new dog-only store this May — 'DOG' by the...

One of Gloucestershire’s 'best pubs' goes up for sale

The Gloucester Old Spot, lauded as one of the top three pubs in Gloucestershire and a winner of the Good Food and Real Ale Awards,...

Turnover forecast to rise to £6 million at Gloucester accountants

An accountancy and business advisory practice in Gloucestershire is on track to increase annual turnover by 30 per cent to £6...

Cotswolds coffee company is opening a £1 million roastery and café

A fast-growing coffee business has laid down a bold statement of intent with a £1 million investment in a new roastery and...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: April 2023

From the first ever female director at GCHQ to the Gloucestershire MP who is now a secretary of state – plus the county professor...

Gloucestershire-based aerospace firm signs exclusive deal with Boeing

In a newly-signed three-year deal, Gloucestershire aerospace firm Ontic has announced its exclusive partnership with Boeing as the...

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...

Gloucester Quays bucks national trend with rising sales

Gloucester Quays said shoppers and visitors to the city centre waterside outlet and leisure centre had helped it deliver strong...

Go Ape reveals how a Gloucestershire firm is key to its growth

The dilemma of how best to deliver vital staff training to its rapidly expanding network of high-ropes adventure sites could have...

Gloucestershire-based Optimising IT celebrates 10 years in business

After starting at the founder's dining room table, Optimising IT is now an award-winning business which employs nearly 30 staff in...

Gloucestershire lecturer wins two Women Changing the World awards

A lecturer at the Royal Agricultural University has taken home two prizes from the Women Changing the World awards this April...

‘Diverse board’ helps Gloucestershire FTSE 100 firm deliver 20 per cent growth

One of Gloucestershire's biggest private employers has used a year of successful financial results — including turnover rising to...

Cotswold business celebrates its best ever quarter as CEO is shortlisted for national award

His Gloucestershire business has just enjoyed its best ever quarter, crowning 12 months of 100 per cent growth – and now James...

The man driving the fast-growing Gloucestershire cyber firm aiding the NHS

Steve Brigden is the face of Cylera UK, the Gloucestershire-based cyber firm which provides a centralised cyber security solution...

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,...

Business is buzzing at Gloucestershire golf course with the arrival of 4,000 bees

Brickhampton Court Golf Complex near Gloucester is enjoying the sweet taste of success after introducing two new beehives to its...

Gloucestershire production company is behind Lewis Capaldi's tear-jerking new music video

Scottish singer-songwriter, Lewis Capaldi, has just released the video for his new song 'Wish You The Best', which was directed...

Gloucestershire businesses explain how flexible office space is helping them grow

A former Bank of England building in the centre of Gloucester is proving to be an incubator for local businesses, with SoGlos...

The pioneer helping make Gloucestershire College a leader in IT and cyber apprenticeships

As an apprentice engineer, Mikela Lowthian was one of just a few women in her chosen field. Now a vastly experienced trainer, she...

Stroud voters are some of the first in the UK to require photo ID

Voters in the Stroud district are among the first in the UK to require photo ID when they go to the polls for the upcoming...

Cheltenham gets new 24-hour defibrillator in key location

A new defibrillator has been installed at a central location in Cheltenham town centre, providing 24-hour access to the lifesaving...

The Wave Bristol announces plans for solar-powered surfing

Located just across the Gloucestershire border in Bristol, The Wave is introducing 'sunshine powered surfing' this summer 2023,...

How The Growth Hub is helping boost business in Tewkesbury Borough

Tewkesbury Borough businesses, whether big or small, can enjoy free support, expert advice and co-working space from the...

GCHQ appoints its first female director

Cheltenham-based intelligence, security and cyber agency GCHQ is appointing the first female director in the organisation's...

Shortlist revealed and voting opens for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023

The competition is as fierce as ever, as voting officially opens for the sixth annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards –...

Landmark 10-storey tower is on track for Gloucester Quays

An ambitious scheme to redevelop historic Gloucester Quays, that includes a landmark 10-storey tower, new restaurants, shops and...

Quarter of a million downloads milestone for Gloucestershire podcast business

An interactive podcasting platform from Gloucestershire has achieved a quarter of a million downloads in six months, thanks to the...

University of Gloucestershire wins huge cash injection for digital scholarships

A share of an £8.1 million fund to support efforts to widen access and increase diversity within the UK digital industry has been...

Cotswolds pub makes shortlist for National Pub & Bar of the Year Awards 2023

The Crown at Ampney Brook is the only pub in Gloucestershire to make the shortlist for the best pub in the south west in this...

University of Gloucestershire celebrates the success of two flagship business projects

Start and Grow Enterprise and The Growth Hub, two key University of Gloucestershire business projects, recently shared some of...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: March 2023

From major players like Bruton Knowles and pilot training firm Skyborne to one of the county’s senior football clubs, Forest Green...

Bespoke corporate membership scheme launches for golf fans

Curated corporate memberships at Brickhampton Court Golf Complex near Gloucester are offering a host of benefits to help take...

District council wins £79,000 for Forest of Dean businesses

Companies in the Forest of Dean will benefit from fresh funding for The Growth Hub business support centre.

Gloucester Rugby reveals huge increase in turnover

Fans will still have all eyes on the end of the season run in but Gloucester Rugby has already ended its financial year on a high,...

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...

Award-winning garage encourages others to offer electric vehicle servicing in Gloucestershire

With the UK pledging to transition to electric vehicles by 2030, award-winning Cheltenham garage, Cleevely EV, is encouraging more...

Vital charity thriving thanks to expertise of Gloucestershire tech firm

Demand continues to grow for the services of The Nelson Trust, which supports people battling addiction and more, with the charity...

Three of the Stroud district's biggest public buildings are moving to renewable energy

Stroud District Council is switching to renewable energy to heat three of its biggest buildings, including Museum in the Park and...

A free sustainability platform for businesses is launching in Cheltenham

Cheltenham Borough Council is launching a free initiative to help small to medium businesses in the town reduce carbon emissions...

New creative studios launching at a unique Cotswolds location

A brand-new creative studio space is being installed at one of the Cotswolds' most unique venues, with Berrybank Park set to offer...

Village chippy near Tewkesbury makes top 50 in UK

Bredon Village Fish and Chip Shop near Tewkesbury has been ranked in the top 50 best fish and chip takeaways in the UK in the Fry...

Cotswolds entrepreneur named one of the 50 most inspirational businesswomen in the UK

The entrepreneur, campaigner and businesswoman behind the fast-growing Cotswold-based Little Soap Company has been awarded a...

£1 billion Golden Valley tech park reaches new milestone

As work continues apace to make Gloucestershire the official cyber capital of the UK, SoGlos speaks to the man leading the project...

£2 million state-of-the-art wedding venue opening in the Cotswolds

A new deluxe events barn at Naunton Downs Estate will cater for exclusive weddings and family celebrations as well as corporate...

Successful business network launches new group in Cheltenham

Providing fresh networking opportunities for Gloucestershire business leaders, Opendoorz is encouraging members to join its...

Business founded by Gloucester Rugby legend predicts £10 million turnover

A home entertainment business founded by a Gloucester Rugby legend has made an impressive start to 2023, with all signs pointing...

Tewkesbury Museum is receiving a £367,000 funding boost to remove ‘at risk’ status

The 'at risk' Tewkesbury Museum is benefitting from a substantial grant in the latest rollout of the government's Cultural...

Community groups in Cheltenham can apply for a share of £30,000 to celebrate the King's Coronation

Cheltenham Borough Council is making £30,000 of funding available to community groups and good causes, to help celebrate the...

Luxury Cotswold hotel reveals major facelift for 10th anniversary

Ellenborough Park on the outskirts of Cheltenham has refurbished its 61 bedrooms and the fresh look is absolutely stunning!

Government withdraws support for transformative business group GFirst LEP

Powerful business group GFirst LEP, which has won more than £110-million investment into Gloucestershire and left a legacy of...

How Gloucester-based Optimising IT is helping a global shoe brand put its best foot forward

Global footwear brand, Vivobarefoot, has been working with Gloucester-based Optimising IT for nearly two years, with its...

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...

One of the lightest tax policy Budgets in living memory

When it comes to analysis of any Budget having an expert who knows what businesses in Gloucestershire are looking for can be...

Pizza restaurant is first in Gloucestershire to accept Bitcoin payments

A pizza place in Gloucester is the first in the county to accept Bitcoin payments, welcoming the cryptocurrency to settle the bill...

Gloucestershire PhD student is named one of UK's top 50 Women in Innovation

A PhD student from the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester has won a prestigious Women in Innovation award for her work...

Gloucestershire equestrian entrepreneur wins contract for major sporting event

After a little over a year in charge of her business a young Gloucestershire entrepreneur specialising in equine marketing and PR...

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...

Businesses in Tewkesbury receive first Heritage Action Zone grants

Tewkesbury Borough Council has revealed the first four businesses to receive a grant from its £1 million High Street Heritage...

'World class' hotel with ‘glamorous roof top bar’ to open in Gloucester

A business with upmarket hotels in London, Berlin, New York and Hong Kong has confirmed its next venture – complete with...

New plans revealed for Regent Arcade rooftop restaurant

New designs for the much-talked about rooftop restaurant at Cheltenham's Regent Arcade shopping centre have been unveiled, with...

Founder of high-profile Gloucestershire engineering firm resigns

In a shock announcement, Neill Ricketts, the co-founder of Gloucestershire specialist engineering firm Versarien, has resigned...

Exciting new Cheltenham cocktail bar opens for Race Week

With an eclectic menu of cocktails inspired by cultures from all over the world, brand-new bar Rouge is set to open on...

Online premium gift retailer launches first showroom in Cheltenham

Whether you're looking for a luxurious gift or something to treat yourself, Farrar & Tanner's new Cheltenham showroom will offer a...

Popular independent Cheltenham pub opens new Bristol venue

One of Cheltenham's most popular pubs, The Bottle of Sauce, is opening a watering hole down the M5 in nearby Bristol.

Gloucestershire architects expands into central London

Leading Gloucester-based architects, Roberts Limbrick, has opened a brand-new office in central London, strengthening its presence...

SoGlos announces Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice as its Charity of the Year 2023

Transforming how people in Gloucestershire are looked after at the end of their lives through expert palliative care and...

Gloucestershire's Golden Valley Development shortlisted for national award

Cheltenham Borough Council has been shortlisted for a national award for its work on the £1 billion Golden Valley Development,...

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...

Gloucestershire's biggest firm delivers 'an exceptional year'

Despite a challenging 2022, Cotswold-based St James’s Place has achieved ‘an exceptional year’, with billions of pounds of new...

£40 million development could create 500 jobs in Gloucestershire

Up to 500 jobs could be created if a new £40 million business park at the former RAF Quedgeley site, Hunts Grove, gets the go...

Gloucestershire has a record year for starting up new businesses

Gloucestershire continues to be a great place to do business, with the number of new companies in the county growing year on year...

Optimising IT announces B Corp certification

Gloucester-based IT support specialist, Optimising IT, has officially been certified as a B Corp after meeting stringent criteria...

Recycled flat wine bottle design wins global award

A Gloucestershire university’s award-winning social enterprise has been recognised in a global awards, this time for the use of a...

Entries open for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

It's official! Gloucestershire businesses, entrepreneurs and leaders can now put themselves forward for the SoGlos Gloucestershire...

Partners confirmed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

With a superb line-up of sponsors for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023, we can now also reveal the incredible partners...

New independent restaurant completes the line-up at Cheltenham's Quadrangle

Another independent restaurant is taking up residency at the Quadrangle, with Sef Steakhouse moving into the final retail space to...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: February 2023

From a new managing director of a fast-growing managed IT firm to a new boss at a rising star of the county's growing army of...

Gloucestershire golf complex invests £200,000 in state-of-the-art TrackMan Range technology

A new system that tracks golfing perfomance is helping Gloucestershire players improve their game and have interactive fun on the...

Versarien reassures shareholders as it announces a 'streamlining' of its operations

Advanced engineering materials firm Versarien has sought to reassure shareholders after revealing economic conditions had delayed...

Headline sponsors revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

As the build-up to the county's leading business awards begins, SoGlos is delighted to announce Hazlewoods and Willans LLP as the...

Stroud's The Sub Rooms launches new corporate packages for Gloucestershire businesses

Wow clients and reward employees with brand-new corporate memberships at The Sub Rooms in Stroud. Take advantage of exclusive...

Voluntary organisations across Gloucestershire could be transformed by The Growth Hub

Exciting plans are underway which could plug Gloucestershire’s extraordinary provider of support for businesses, The Growth Hub,...

Famous boutique shoe shop returns to Cheltenham’s Promenade

Much-loved by fashion fans and a fixture on Cheltenham's Promenade for 46 years until it closed its doors in 2021, Keith Scarrott...

Gloucester Brewery has a new bar at Cheltenham Racecourse - and a new managing director

Gloucester Brewery is opening a new bar at one of the nation’s highest profile sporting venues, just in time for Cheltenham...

Renishaw races to record half year revenues

Global engineering success story Renishaw has announced it made £347.7 million in its last full six months of trading, a record...

New engineering and construction training centre for the Forest of Dean

An exciting new partnership between two of Gloucestershire’s highest profile and most respected training centres, as well as a...

Cotswold RAW announces sponsorship of Gloucester-Hartpury women's rugby team

Local pet food provider Cotswold RAW has announced its sponsorship of the Gloucester-Hartpury women's rugby team, as they go from...

Cheltenham's first wellness café is opening in 2023

Wellness café, Rainbowls, is opening its first UK location in Cheltenham this March 2023, offering a variety of healthy food...

How Gloucestershire College is delivering apprenticeships that fit the needs of business

Gloucestershire College is a key part of the county’s economic future, with a business plan to deliver the apprenticeships needed...

Meet the co-founder of a rising star of the property and construction sectors

Gloucestershire firm Six Property Consulting was born out of a desire to deliver and to be different. SoGlos speaks to co-founder...

Lilian Faithfull Care acquires Bay Tree Court in Prestbury

Gloucestershire charity, Lilian Faithfull Care, is taking over residential care and independent living facility, Bay Tree Court in...

Renewable energy business could generate hundreds of new jobs

Investment in apprentices is at the heart of fast-growing Gloucestershire renewable energy firm Immersa, with predictions it could...

Young adults are more likely to consider apprenticeships over university degrees in the south west

It's National Apprenticeship Week 2023 and new research has found a significant shift in the attitudes towards apprenticeship...

How a Gloucestershire firm's lighting tech is offering an antidote to the winter blues

An innovative technology company, run by two intrepid Gloucestershire entrepreneurs, has created a lightbulb it claims shines...

How a former Bank of England stronghold is helping Gloucestershire businesses grow

In a post-pandemic world, it seems firms do need office space after all, and a former Bank of England building overlooking...

Opening date revealed for £7 million leisure park with Europe's tallest climbing challenge

The opening date for an impressive high ropes course at 270 Climbing, between Gloucester and Cheltenham, has been revealed - with...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Why communication is key to running a successful business

In the first of a new series of our Gloucestershire business lessons, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos speaks to Matt...

Bus depot dedication to longest ever serving worker of 57 years

Bus company Stagecoach West has marked the retirement of its longest ever serving member of staff from its Cheltenham depot with a...

Gloucestershire firm saves over 20 tonnes of CO2 emissions with electric vehicle investment

Gloucester-based Markey Group has achieved a significant reduction in its carbon footprint, thanks to its latest, company-wide...

TV chef to open a new Gloucestershire restaurant

Award-winning TV chef, Andrew Sheridan, is about to open a new restaurant and pub business in Gloucestershire.

Gloucestershire accountants says £1.5 billion of deals is a sign of confidence in UK business

Business deals valued at £1.5 billion have been handled by a Gloucestershire firm Hazlewoods, with the accountants saying it...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: January 2023

From new board members at GFirst LEP, to a high-profile member of the construction sector joining the Gloucester Culture Trust,...

Solution to training up the UK pub trade found in Gloucestershire

When Cask Marque faced the challenge of how to help the UK pub trade deliver high standards of beer and service across the...

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...

Plans unveiled for £100 million Cotswold innovation village

Ambitious plans to build a £100 million sustainable, carbon neutral, innovation village in the Cotswolds – a home for...

Rooftop restaurant remains on the menu at Regent Arcade for 2023

Businesses at Cheltenham’s Regent Arcade have been boosted by a better than expected 2022 and now ambitious plans for a rooftop...

The Roses Theatre's crowdfunding campaign raises nearly £10,000 for accessibility improvements

Audiences at The Roses Theatre have helped it raise nearly £10,000 for accessibility improvements during its 2022 panto run - with...

Hub8 cyber centre sells majority stake to 'well connected' London innovation firm

A major city-based innovation company, which helps connect firms to investors, has bought a majority stake in the Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire foundation achieves coveted B Corp status

Gloucestershire-headquartered Commercial Group has achieved B Corp status for its foundation, which is dedicated to supporting...

Global leader moves into new Cheltenham business complex

A major business, with 10,000 employees around the world, has become one of the first firms to move into the fast-evolving Grange...

Turnover trebles to near £90 million at Gloucestershire family business

Any firm that can produce an increase in turnover certainly has something to celebrate – Gloucestershire family firm Robert...

Former professional rugby player positions family business for fresh growth

A little-known Gloucestershire family business, which has long-standing working relationships with some of the county’s biggest...

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...

Tributes pour in for Gloucestershire businessman Tracey Pope

The family of Tracey Pope has said a heart-felt ‘thank you’ for the messages of condolence, support and love from the...

Dragons' Den-style Gloucestershire business event highlights hotbed of entrepreneurial spirit

Shining a spotlight on the county's burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit, a fledgling event modelled on the popular business pitch...

Multi-million pound skatepark planned for Gloucestershire

A major new skatepark could be coming to Gloucestershire – for skateboards, BMXs and scooters – with land earmarked and plans...

Record-breaking year for Gloucestershire aerospace firm

Ontic, which makes parts for many of the world’s biggest plane manufacturers right here in Gloucestershire, is celebrating a...

A new sushi restaurant is opening in Gloucester

Fast-growing Japanese sushi and Asian food chain Kokoro is due to open a new restaurant in the centre of Gloucester, creating as...

Turnover at family firm soars by 40 cent to £27 million

A well-known Gloucestershire family business saw an incredible recovery from the pandemic in 2022, with turnover up nearly 40 per...

Business support vital to keeping Gloucestershire charities thriving

A spur of the moment act of generosity by a Gloucestershire business has potentially saved lives this Christmas, and highlighted...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: December 2022

Eyes might have increasingly been drawn to Christmas from early December, but appointments have continued apace.

Cheltenham's Minster Gardens has a brand-new look

The churchyard at Cheltenham's historic St Mary's Minster now has a new seating area, lighting and plants, as part of Cheltenham...

Sales soar for Gloucestershire designer fashion brand

Gloucestershire's homegrown designer fashion brand, Holland Cooper, has had a record year in 2022, seeing its sales increase by...

Peter Ball & Co donates thousands to Gloucestershire food banks

Peter Ball & Co estate agents is helping to support food banks across Gloucestershire this Christmas by donating thousands of...

Stay of execution granted for outdoor marquees at Cheltenham's No. 131 The Promenade

Marquees described as ‘crucial' to Julian Dunkerton's No. 131 and 133 The Promenade bar and restaurant, which were ordered to be...

Cheltenham Borough Council wins £1.1 million funding bid

A £1.1 million award from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund means a variety of projects to support business growth, reduce carbon...

Cheltenham pub re-opens after six-figure investment

A Gloucestershire pub on one of the main thoroughfares into Cheltenham has re-opened just in time for Christmas after a six-figure...

Multi-million-pound council spend in Cheltenham will relaunch stalled MX centre

Nearly £6 million is being invested in Cheltenham town centre by the council as it moves to ‘protect’ the High Street from...

A new 'climate-smart' agriculture tech centre is being created in the Cotswolds

A multi-million-pound investment from the government will see a new centre dedicated to ‘climate-smart, resilient agriculture and...

Speculation over Superdry’s future as a public company

In October 2022 Superdry announced a return to profits, but also that it had until January 2023 to replace a £70 million loan...

New £5.8 million university cyber tech centre welcomed by Gloucestershire business

News that the University of Gloucestershire has won £5.8 million of funding to build a centre for its computing and engineering...

Gloucestershire is one of the least cyber secure counties in the south west

Gloucestershire has been named as one of the least cyber secure counties in the south west, with over 24,000 cyber attacks in the...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Why starting on the shop floor can be so invaluable

In the sixth in our ‘business lessons’ interview series, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, we speak to Sam Carter, joint...

Like your science loud? Hartpury is about to stage a very special Christmas lecture

It could be the most thought-provoking gig of 2022, but if you can’t make Hartpury University’s inaugural Christmas lecture, you...

Top food awards for four Gloucestershire eateries

A Gloucestershire restaurant has won a prestigious Good Food Blue Ribbon Award for its food and service, with two county cafés and...

National award wins for Gloucestershire estate agent

A firm of estate agents from Gloucestershire founded by two friends 25 years ago is ending 2022 on a high with top honours at a...

Cheltenham pop-up shop wants a very merry conscious Christmas

Owners of a new store in Cheltenham are encouraging retail activism this Christmas. Turning their backs on high profile fashion...

Gloucester food charity wins prestigious award

Gloucestershire charity FoodCycle has received the Community Partner Award at the acclaimed Food and Drink Federation Awards 2022.

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: November 2022

From a new boss at one of the region’s biggest property firms to a 'new' director at Gloucester Rugby and a new interim chief...

A new era in HR for Gloucestershire: Resolving Conflict. Inspiring Change.

Running for 12 years as a successful consulting business, the founders of Citrus HR Consulting have decided the time is ripe for a...

Lifesaving £15 million NHS diagnostic centre to open in Gloucester

A new NHS diagnostic centre serving the whole of Gloucestershire is to open at Gloucester’s quayside in early 2023, aiming to...

An award-winning year for Cheltenham independent garage

It's been an incredible year for Gloucestershire's Cleevely Motors and Cleevely Electric Vehicles, with not just a couple of...

Made in Gloucestershire launches new affiliate scheme for supporters of local food and drink businesses

With the Made in Gloucestershire initiative from GFirst LEP proving hugely popular with food and drink producers in the county,...

Tewkesbury Borough Council is offering grants for community venues to become warm hubs this winter

Community venues in Tewkesbury can apply for up to £1000 of funding to open as a warm hub providing food and activities to...

Gloucestershire staycations company celebrates its best year in 2022

Following a year of unprecedented demand for holidays in the Cotswolds, a Gloucestershire staycation company has increased its...

A new Greek street food restaurant is opening in Cheltenham

There’s not long left to wait before hungry diners can tuck into some authentic Greek street food in Cheltenham – with the first...

Multi-billion agri firm buys Gloucestershire business

A firm of environmental experts from the Cotswolds that advises developers on major projects has been bought by a multi-billion...

Family business in Gloucestershire sees turnover rise above £22 million

Despite what it called a ‘tough environment’ one of Gloucestershire’s biggest family firms has revealed turnover has risen to £22...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Listening more and understanding each person’s skills can create a stronger team

In the fifth of our ‘business lessons’ interview series, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, we speak to Hazlewoods partner and...

Gloucestershire accountancy expert explains the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement

A week after the UK’s latest Chancellor sought to restore balance and order to the UK’s financial standing the dust is yet to...

Business leaders in Gloucestershire respond to the Autumn Statement

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s first Autumn Statement aims to provide much-needed stability, but the first reaction from many...

Chancellor's tax rises could be just the beginning, warns Nick Haines of Hazlewoods Cheltenham

If the tax rises announced in Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement do not have the desired effect on inflation and the UK’s...

Development consent granted for A417 'Missing Link' project in Gloucestershire

Development consent for the long-awaited 'Missing Link' to upgrade a crucial stretch of the A417 in Gloucestershire to a dual...

Gloucester cyber firm that made its founder a multi-millionaire delivers more growth

It may have been overshadowed by the new cyber firms on the block in Gloucestershire of late, but one of the county’s original...

Firm pays for breakfast, lunch and the gym to help staff with cost of living crisis

Breakfast, lunch and even the gym are on the house for staff at a Gloucestershire insurance firm as it seeks to help mitigate the...

Major investment will create parkland office complex near Cheltenham

A multi-million pound investment looks set to transform the former Gloucestershire headquarters of insurance giant Zurich into a...

Opening date for Cheltenham’s highly anticipated £6.8 million MX centre revealed

The opening date for the MX or Minster Exchange project, the purpose-built 20,000-square foot work and performance space and new...

What it's really like to work at one of Gloucestershire’s fastest growing firms

While most companies will tell you that they're a great place to work, few are brave enough to let their staff say what it’s...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Trust people, be trusted, be honest, be reliable

In the fourth of our 'business lessons' interview series, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos speaks to Simon Hewer,...

SoGlos launches the Gloucestershire Apprenticeship Campaign

To mark the run up to National Apprenticeship Week 2023, SoGlos has teamed up with Gloucestershire College, SGS College, Renishaw...

Cheltenham beauty brand announces new collaboration with drag superstar RuPaul

Fans of RuPaul's Drag Race can get their hands on a brand-new range of beauty products created with the global superstar, as...

Cheltenham hotel gets £1 million makeover

An opulent new look with fresh colour schemes and bedroom layouts will be revealed in January 2023 at the popular 16th century...

Gloucester digital finance firm doubles turnover to £1.3 million in just two years

Quedgeley-based fintech firm Virgate moves to new, larger offices after significant expansion.

Boss of Gloucestershire cyber firm named in UK top 50 business leaders list

An already good year just got even better for a Gloucestershire tech firm which scooped a SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Award –...

'Crucial' outdoor dining at Cheltenham's No. 131 restaurant could be over

A blow has been dealt to upmarket Cheltenham hotel, bar and restaurant No.131 after planners refused permission for it to continue...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: October 2022

From a new chancellor for the University of Gloucestershire to a new deputy judge as well as new directors at a Cheltenham law...

Sue Ryder's charity Winter Ball is returning to Pittville Pump Room this Christmas

There's the chance to win a diamond and signed 1966 World Cup memorabilia at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice's Winter Ball -...

SGGBA 2022 awards night photos

See pictures from the second annual SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards, as the county's most influential leaders came together...

Gloucestershire food business's ‘people-planet-first’ culture is driving profit too

Staff well-being and the environment are key considerations for many businesses, but making them a priority and turning a profit...

CyNam brings 1,000 girls together for cyber event at 'secret' Gloucestershire location

In a radical move to capture the hearts and minds of a generation of potential female recruits - and change perceptions that cyber...

Solar set to help Gloucestershire firm escape potential £500,000 energy bill

A Gloucestershire garden centre and popular restaurant facing a potential five-fold increase in energy bills to £500,000 a year is...

SGGBA 2022 winners revealed

The winners of the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 have been revealed at a showcase event celebrating the county’s...

Today is the day for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022

There's not long to wait to find out who will walk away with the top honours from this year’s SoGlos Gloucestershire Business...

Gloucester kitchenware brand achieves coveted B Corp certification

Gloucester-based ProCook has become the latest in select number of leading Gloucestershire businesses to be awarded B Corp...

Aerospace firm reveals new focus in Gloucestershire recruitment drive

After revealing it has recruited 10 new apprentices this year, Ontic has revealed a secret weapon to help it attract still more...

Work begins on new £12 million development at Hartpury

Hot on the heels of the opening of its Graze restaurant, Hartpury College and Hartpury University has officially broken ground on...

UK’s largest independent builders’ merchant gets keys to new Gloucester site

The UK’s largest independent builders’ merchant, MKM, has been handed the keys to a new base on the 340-acre former RAF Quedgeley...

More places now available on 'transformational' management course Help to Grow

Described as 'transformational' by those graduating, funding has been approved for a new wave of applicants on a management course...

Superdry positive in face of significant challenges

Julian Dunkerton has won his battle to return Superdry back to profits, three years after re-joining the board of the firm he...

Engineering champion sought for GFirst LEP board

If you work in Gloucestershire in an advanced engineering and manufacturing firm, and you have a passion for that sector, the...

Investment creates scores of jobs at one of Gloucestershire’s oldest firms

One hundred and sixty-year-old family firm Gardiner Bros & Co (Leathers) Ltd has tripled the size of its business premises,...

Final new restaurant unveiled for Cheltenham’s Brewery Quarter

Cheltenham’s Brewery Quarter has revealed that another new restaurant will soon be launching at the town centre destination, with...

Gloucestershire energy firm announces new Cotswold headquarters

A renewable energy firm which has outgrown its Gloucestershire base has said it will be staying in the county, after finding a new...

Gloucestershire College investment in new electric vehicle training centre welcomed

A new training centre for electric and hybrid vehicle technicians is being built at Gloucestershire College, offering expert...

Celebrities attend Rugby For Heroes charity shoot

Mike Tindall and Nick Knowles helped to raise thousands of pounds for Gloucester-based charity Rugby for Heroes, at a special...

Cowley Manor reveals lavish Christmas House Party plans

Details of this year’s Christmas at Cowley Manor have been unveiled – with an exclusive-use Christmas House Party for elaborate...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: September 2022

From board members to those just starting out, it was a busy time for appointments again in Gloucestershire in September, as shown...

Hartpury offers sponsorship of its 10 sporting academies to businesses

Ten sporting academies already put Hartpury University and Hartpury College on an elite list of the nation’s very best centres of...

Help shape a new five-year vision for Gloucester city centre

Businesses, residents and organisations across Gloucester are being consulted as the city draws up a vision for the next five...

Gloucestershire business leaders come together for inaugural SoGlos golf and networking day

An extraordinary one-of-a-kind tournament pitted competitors from local businesses against one another in a head-to-head battle...

Hazlewoods opens its doors to 45 apprentices

Its profile and reputation already go before it, but Hazlewoods has now revealed one of the key secrets behind its ongoing growth...

Gloucestershire businesses welcome hopes of ‘mini-budget’ support

News that stamp duty could be cut to stimulate economic growth and businesses will get help with crippling fuel bills has been...

New Christmas parties launched at Cheltenham's Malmaison

Bookings are open now for Christmas parties at Malmaison in Cheltenham, with the chance to enjoy delicious seasonal food -...

Made in Gloucestershire celebrates reaching 50 members

The new Made in Gloucestershire initiative, championing local food and drink producers, is celebrating reaching its first 50...

Gloucestershire firm’s new technology will make life safer for patients and dentists worldwide

The health of patients and dentists across the globe looks set to benefit from technology being developed as part of a ‘radical...

BID welcomes £5 million investment in Cheltenham high street

A £5.3 million investment in a high street property by a Guernsey-based company has been hailed by Cheltenham BID as a sign of...

Record revenue for major Gloucestershire engineering firm

Engineering giant Renishaw, a Gloucestershire firm started in a back bedroom, has announced a record turnover of £671.1 million.

Official bookseller to the royal household chooses Cheltenham for its first store outside of London

London’s oldest bookseller has opened a new branch in central Cheltenham, which will be its first location outside the capital.

Harsh economic headlines hide a ‘huge growth story’ for Gloucestershire

Beneath the national headlines about economic challenges there is a far more uplifting story to be told, in Gloucestershire at...

Gloucestershire aerospace firm announces 10 new apprentices and more jobs

One of Gloucestershire’s most exciting aerospace firms has unveiled its intake of 10 new apprentices for 2022 – as well as plans...

Brunsdon Financial launches new estate planning, wills and trusts service

Gloucester-based Brunsdon Financial is keen to ensure your most important assets are taken care of, so you can live your life with...

From Cotswolds farm shop to UK's sustainable farming leader in just 20 years

Daylesford Organic is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a range of 20 specially selected food and drink bestsellers. Plus, the...

Gloucester Brewery signs major sponsorship with city sports clubs

Fans of Gloucester City FC will soon be able to watch their favourite team in the Gloucester Brewery Stand at the TigerTurf...

A fine dining restaurant will crown Gloucester Food Dock

A fine dining restaurant ‘of the calibre Gloucester has never seen before’ will move into the top floor of the city's new...

Cheltenham engineering firm forecasts £25 million turnover as it doubles in size

It is a success story that keeps on getting better and better - ALS Mechatronic, one of the winners of last year’s SoGlos...

BPE’s part in sale of upmarket underwear business

Upmarket underwear brand Derriere Equestrian has been sold to an ambassador for jewellery business The Wild Horse Club, thanks to...

A new pub is set to open in Bourton-on-the-Water

A former historic tea room located in the Cotswold village of Bourton-on-the-Water is set to become a pub - and it's aiming to...

Gloucester Rugby reveals new season hospitality experiences

Complete with panoramic views of the Kingsholm pitch, pre-match meals, player interviews and more, Gloucester Rugby reveals a...

Gloucester Food Dock reveals two new businesses joining the development

Two more names have joined the stable of exciting independent food and drink businesses that will make up Gloucester Food Dock, as...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Passion and ambition are key – relationships are paramount

In the third of our business lessons interview series, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos speaks to Sarah Bryars, chief...

High-quality second hand interview clothing available for job seekers in Gloucestershire

Feel confident and empowered in high-quality, second-hand interview clothing, as Gloucestershire Recycles and the inclusive...

Christmas parties are back at Cheltenham’s DoubleTree Hilton

With many corporate Christmas parties curtailed last year because of the pandemic, festive celebrations promise to be extra...

Firm makes ‘truly carbon zero’ engine fuel from fish farm waste

A ‘100 per cent sustainable' engine fuel made by fish farm waste from a Gloucestershire family business marks an important stage...

Buyers are already circling new Gloucester city centre apartments

Just days after it was revealed the first 19 apartments were about to go on sale in the £107 million The Forum development in...

No. 131 The Promenade in Cheltenham reveals new plans to extend its outdoor dining area

Cheltenham's No. 131 and 133 The Promenade has revealed designs to extend its outdoor dining facilities – both in the short and...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: August 2022

From a new MD at a fast-growing bookkeeping firm and a new team at Savills in Cheltenham, to a former marine made head chef at a...

Multi-million investment sees Cotswolds firm Wildlife World go global

Wildlife product designer and manufacturer, Wildlife World, based in Chavenge near Tetbury, is expanding internationally thanks to...

Multi-million investment continues to drive growth at Ripjar

Software firm Ripjar has revealed it saw turnover rise 12 per cent through 2021 to £8.86 million – before it had even even started...

Witcombe Festival is being connected to ultrafast broadband

Witcombe Festival, which takes place in Brockworth from Friday 26 to Sunday 28 August 2022, is being connected to ultrafast...

Rising energy costs put two thirds of small businesses in the south west at risk of closure

Up to 65 per cent of small businesses in the south west could be at risk of collapse, due to the increasing cost of fuel, energy,...

A new Starbucks is opening in Stroud

The owner of Stroud's Five Valleys Shopping Centre has announced a new Starbucks coffee shop is opening in the town centre.

New Compost Connect scheme helps Gloucestershire businesses boost eco-credentials

If you're a business owner wanting to do your bit for the environment, help is at hand with the newly launched Compost Connect...

Cotswold RAW is delivering dog food to homes across Gloucestershire

From fuss-free deliveries to saving money, the benefits of joining Cotswold RAW's Feeding Club are many — with the local raw food...

£70 million 300-home Gloucester Railway Station scheme moves forward

Developer Eutopia Homes says confidence in Gloucester is behind its decision to progress plans for 300 new homes next to...

New partnership flags rising star in Gloucestershire's cyber sector

Businesses and public bodies involved in legitimate online investigations and profiling will have better protection from the...

EXCLUSIVE: Landmark 10-storey tower planned for Gloucester Quays

Downings Tower, a new 10-storey development could become a new gateway to Gloucester Quays from the south, with ambitious plans to...

Golf day will bring Gloucestershire businesses together

In the second of our series supporting businesses getting back to enjoying face-to-face socials, SoGlos is teaming up with...

Iconic Cheltenham restaurant The Daffodil has announced its closure

Known for its stylish art deco interior and classic food, The Daffodil in Cheltenham has announced its closure with immediate...

Cotswold Farm Park will harvest the power of the sun to fend off energy price rises

With businesses UK-wide concerned about rising energy prices, Cotswold Farm Park has called on the expertise of a Gloucestershire...

Forest of Dean-based Lucozade maker sees £60 million rise in revenues

A major Forest of Dean employer and manufacturer of the popular Lucozade drink has revealed a strong recovery from the worst of...

£12.5 million plans to transform Gloucester’s Greyfriars Quarter unveiled

An ambitious scheme to transform an historic quarter of Gloucester city centre has been revealed, with a bid for £12.5 million of...

New £20 million park and ride for Cheltenham gets the go-ahead

A £20 million scheme to transform Cheltenham’s Arle Court Park and Ride into a new 'transport hub' with nearly 1,000 new parking...

Making Gloucestershire the best place in the UK to volunteer

Go Volunteer Glos, a brand-new volunteering website, launched in June 2022. In the first eight weeks more than 160 organisations...

Gloucestershire wins big in the Great Taste Awards 2022

The results are in! The winners of the Great Taste Awards 2022 have been announced, with Gloucestershire food and drink producers...

Lilian Faithfull Care merges with Catharine Ball Almshouses

Gloucestershire charity Lilian Faithfull Care is merging with Catharine Ball Almhouses in Cheltenham, further expanding its...

Gloucestershire College is the first in the country to switch to 100 per cent renewable energy

A multi-million pound investment has transformed Gloucestershire College into a flagship for the county’s push towards carbon net...

Developer chosen to build 150 homes at historic Gloucestershire port

St Modwen has been named as the developer tasked with transforming Brimscombe Port in the Five Valleys into a site for 150...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: July 2022

From a new chief executive officer heading up Gloucestershire-based charity National Star to new faces at the county’s unofficial...

An almost full Gloucester Food Dock reflects a confident and creative Gloucestershire hospitality sector

All 15 restaurant spaces at Gloucester Food Dock are nearly taken, SoGlos can reveal, with those who champion Gloucestershire...

The architects helping a Gloucestershire university and college remain among the nation's very best

To remain among the very best in England at delivering further and higher education you also need to continually invest in first...

Queen’s Award showcases incredible Gloucestershire firm and its anti-fraud super weapon

In scenes reminiscent of a spy thriller, Synalogik began with discreet meetings in pubs and car parks between its founders, but it...

Cotteswold Dairy grows turnover to near £70 million

Family firm and finalist in the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022, Cotteswold Dairy, has announced a £10 million rise in...

UK’s largest independent builders’ merchant to move onto former Gloucester RAF site

The UK’s largest independent builders’ merchant, MKM, is the latest business to move onto the 340-acre former RAF Quedgeley site...

Three Counties Showground secures deal to host Winter Glow for six more years

The Three Counties Showground in Malvern has signed a deal worth three quarters of a million pounds to keep the Winter Glow...

Party at Gloucester Brewery celebrates SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 finalists

SEE ALL THE PHOTOS: Sponsors, finalists and guests celebrated at Gloucester Brewery's Warehouse 4 taproom, raising a glass to all...

How a Stonehouse firm collaborated with artisan coffeemaker SOHO Coffee Co. to help its staff shine

From a small Gloucestershire artisan coffee business to multinational brand, SOHO Coffee Co. pays homage to the expertise of...

It’s hot - but is it too hot to work?

Unless you have an airconditioned office, the current heatwave may well be making you feel your job just a little too hot to...

Apprentices from Gloucestershire win a UK-wide People’s Prize for engineering

A team of apprentices from Gloucestershire College has beaten 8,000 students from 33 UK and Irish universities to walk away with...

Images show transformation of Gloucester's former Debenhams is on track

New images revealed by the University of Gloucestershire show its multi-million pound transformation of the former Debenhams...

National Star begins £6 million building project

Building work has begun on £6 million plans to future-proof one of Gloucestershire’s best-loved charities, National Star, but the...

Gloucestershire university rated number one in England for teaching

A national survey of students has ranked Hartpury University number one in England for teaching - and highly in two other...

Groundbreaking event marks progress for £100 million-plus Gloucester development

The biggest building project to take place in the middle of Gloucester in decades, the £107 million The Forum development, has...

Development partner for £1 billion Golden Valley project confirmed

HBD X Factory is the company in charge of the anticipated Golden Valley Development, which is set to create 3,700 new homes and...

Merger makes Gloucestershire law firm part of growing regional giant

A long-established solicitors with offices in Gloucestershire and the Wye Valley has merged with UK Top 100 law firm Thrings.

Judges decide finalists for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022

The judges have met, the decisions have been made and we can now reveal the list of the finalists for the SoGlos Gloucestershire...

Made in Stroud reveals partnership with Sibling Distillery and Dunkertons Cider

One of the Five Valley’s most iconic businesses, Made in Stroud, is about to unveil an exciting new partnership with two of...

GFirst LEP launches new initiative to champion food and drink producers in Gloucestershire

The new Made in Gloucestershire initiative from GFirst LEP will champion food and drink producers in the county – and membership...

Gloucester BID wins second term and promises to invest £2 million in the city

Powerful business group Gloucester BID has won a second five-year term, which will give it an estimated £400,000 a year to invest...

The Village Cakery celebrates its second birthday in Gloucestershire

Self-taught Gloucester baker celebrates two deliciously sweet years of success in the county this July 2022 – with some exciting...

The UK packaging firm helping Gloucestershire’s businesses become more sustainable

BioPak, which supplies many firms in Gloucestershire, is on a mission to create sustainable packaging that puts the planet first.

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: June 2022

From a major succession plan unveiled at a Gloucestershire law firm, a former boss of ASOS joining an online retail specialist and...

Willow Hill is open for glamping and camping bookings

Enjoy new family-friendly glamping, camping and farm dining experiences at Willow Hill Farm in the Gloucestershire countryside,...

£2 million investment by Ultra PCS lays foundation for 30 Gloucestershire jobs

One of Gloucestershire and the UK’s premier specialist aerospace and defence firms, with a history intertwined with the legendary...

Cirencester restaurant wins national award

Sheep Street’s European restaurant was crowned the south west’s Restaurant of the Year this June 2022.

Cheltenham dad’s tennis ball invention comes just in time for Wimbledon 2022

A new marking kit created in Gloucestershire stops tennis balls being lost during practice.

New brownie shop launches in Gloucester

Brownie shop Baked in the Shire will open its doors to the public in Gloucester this summer, and SoGlos got a preview of what...

Renishaw looks to recruit more than 180 new staff

One of Gloucestershire and the UK’s leading engineering firms is continuing its strong post pandemic growth with a major...

More than 150 attend Gloucestershire construction event

After more than two years away due to the pandemic what is possibly the biggest construction-dedicated event in Gloucestershire...

‘Golden Valley factor’ spurs merger of Gloucestershire brand agencies

Mighty has announced its takeover of another of Gloucestershire’s well-established brand agencies, Third Floor Design, citing the...

Forest of Dean firm set to build second construction skills centre

The team behind Gloucestershire’s new multi-million-pound AccXel construction school in the Forest of Dean has revealed it is...

Gloucestershire activewear brand is UK’s first to launch a sustainable pre-order system

Gloucester-based Sara Da Silva Brazilian Sportswear is putting sustainability and inclusivity centre stage, as it launches its...

Growth continues to drive recruitment at Prima Dental

Specialist manufacturing firm to healthcare markets worldwide, Prima Dental, continues to mark itself out as one of...

Gloucestershire vineyard wins three international wine medals

Woodchester Valley Vineyard near Stroud has scooped a hat-trick of medals in one of the world’s most prestigious wine...

Hundreds of entries for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022

Entries have now closed for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 – with more than 380 nominations from 178 different...

GFirst LEP Annual Review calls for the county to look to the future

Gloucestershire’s business community gathered onboard a Boeing 747 at Cotswold Airport for the GFirst LEP Annual Review 2022, to...

Sir David Attenborough praises Cotswold entrepreneur for her new children’s book

An entrepreneur from the Cotswolds, who has just published a children’s book raising awareness of environmental issues, has...

L’Artisan restaurant is reopening as a French bistro-café in Cheltenham

The owners of L’Artisan on Clarence Street in Cheltenham have announced the opening date and a new menu for the reinvented foodie...

Spicy new venue revealed at Gloucester Food Dock

Gloucester Food Dock, one of the most hotly anticipated developments in the city, will be hosting its own new Mexican eatery –...

Cattle Country celebrates 30 years of family days out in Gloucestershire

Get ready for the ultimate birthday party this June 2022, as Cattle Country Farm Park celebrates 30 wonderful years in...

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum reveals reopening date

Closed since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum in Cheltenham is finally set to reopen this...

£23.6 million transport scheme key to the Golden Valley Development is complete

A multi-million transport plan key to Gloucestershire delivering the £400 million Golden Valley Development – and a scheme...

Gloucestershire university’s master’s degree gets seal of approval from National Cyber Security Centre

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, has certified the master’s degree in cyber security at University of...

Royal’s favourite Gloucestershire fashion brand celebrates record turnover with a part in Platinum Jubilee celebrations

Proud British fashion brand and favourite of the Duchess of Cambridge, Gloucestershire business Holland Cooper has rounded off a...

Gloucestershire communications specialist recognised in prestigious 30-under-30 list

A communications specialist from Gloucestershire has been recognised in a prestigious list of the top 30 public relations...

Small businesses in Gloucestershire must now pass on costs to customers, according to Business West

Business West is increasing the pressure on government to step in and help small UK businesses, warning firms can no longer absorb...

County firm’s major new Gloucester headquarters will have a running track, gym and restaurant

A new headquarters for one of Gloucestershire’s fastest growing firms will provide not just 167,000 square foot of office and...

Gloucestershire student’s business idea wins £10,000 start-up investment

A 22-year-old student at the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester has won £10,000 and mentoring to help her start not one,...

The University of Gloucestershire is set to bring thousands more students to Gloucestershire

Two multi-million-pound funding wins and the headline-grabbing redevelopment of Gloucester’s former Debenhams store are all part...

£4.48m Gloucestershire Digital Skills Centre opens

A new £4.48 million skills centre set to ‘transform digital education’ in Gloucestershire has been officially opened at...

There’s still time to enter SGGBA 2022 – but not for long

Time is running out fast if you want to enter the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 and be part of what promises to be...

New business park development in Gloucestershire is set to create hundreds of jobs

Planners have given the go ahead for two new business premises in Stonehouse – an £11 million development that could generate...

British manufacturer champions the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards

One of the winners from last year’s inaugural SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards has paid tribute to the thrill of seeing his...

An American-style burger joint is joining Gloucester Food Dock

The latest eatery to join Gloucester Food Dock has been announced, in what’s expected to be an exciting succession of grand...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: May 2022

From the top jobs at Mike Burton Group and the University of Gloucestershire to pivotal roles at Marketing Cheltenham and...

Iconic Gloucestershire hotel is sold to Paris-based hotel group

One of Gloucestershire’s most celebrated and admired hotels, Cowley Manor, has been sold to French hospitality group, Experimental...

Gloucester Food Dock project reaches milestone

A landmark moment in the £3.5 million development that is Gloucestershire Food Dock has been reached, with the owners able to...

Multi-million-pound runway work launches new chapter for Gloucestershire Airport

With upgrades worth £8 million now complete, Gloucestershire Airport – which claims to be the UK’s busiest general aviation...

EXCLUSIVE: Gloucestershire’s oldest pub set to reopen in 2023

A secret underground staircase uncovered in the restoration of Tewkesbury’s Black Bear pub will feature when doors reopen and...

Non Solo Pasta to launch Italian restaurant in Stroud

After starting their business almost ‘by accident’ on a stall at Cirencester Farmer’s Market, an Italian couple from the Cotswolds...

Gloucestershire brewery wins first place at regional beer awards

One of Gloucestershire’s favourite breweries, DEYA Brewing Company, has won first place at the highly regarded SIBA Wales & West...

Pro Global launches Gloucestershire graduate and apprenticeship drive

Gloucester-based insurance services firm Pro Global, that has dealt with everything from policies for footballers’ legs to cruise...

England Rugby shirtmaker deal boosts revenues at Gloucestershire firm

England Rugby players could soon be joining footballers at some of the world’s top clubs and taking to the pitch with a special...

Queen’s Speech further boosts a united and positive Gloucestershire

Positives in the Queen’s Speech will benefit the county and its significant visitor economy, already united and ready for one of...

Soaring post-pandemic sales for Superdry

A near 60 per cent rise in sales in the last 12 months has given Julian Dunkerton cause to be confident about Superdry’s return to...

Gloucestershire engineering firm grows and invests despite losing £2 million from Russia

Ceasing all trading with Russia and Belarus has cost Renishaw £2 million, but 2022 will go down as a year of considerable growth...

First look: £1.8 million Gloucestershire bakery that supplies M&S and Pret A Manger

SoGlos got an exclusive first look at Four Anjels bakery’s new Cheltenham base that’s dramatically increasing its production...

Gloucestershire firm offering £1 million to charities

This is your chance to nominate a charity close to your heart and win that good cause a share of £1 million pledged by one of...

Gloucester’s £107 million digital quarter development reaches major milestone

A major milestone has been marked in the creation of Gloucester’s £107 million digital quarter The Forum.

The Gloucestershire plumbers revolutionising call-outs with new electric cargo bikes

An innovative Gloucestershire plumbing business has gone to extremes to achieve an environmentally friendly service ¬– believing...

Gloucestershire business lessons: Gaining trust is key, learning and development is fundamental

In the second of our business lessons interview series, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos speaks to Dany Fremantle of...

Fat Toni’s is opening a huge new Italian restaurant in Stroud

Gloucestershire pizza legend Fat Toni’s is set to open a new 108-seater Italian restaurant which is set to ‘give fresh life to...

New Gloucestershire Airport business park takes ‘significant’ step forward

A new multi-million pound business park planned for Gloucestershire Airport, expected to create up to 1,500 jobs, has taken a...

Cheltenham law firm key to firm’s £295 million investment win

A small Gloucestershire law firm has been revealed as a key player in a business partnership that looks set to go from start-up to...

Cheltenham venue named ‘The Best Hotel Gin Bar’ in the world

Gin connoisseurs in Gloucestershire searching for the ‘ultimate experience’ don’t have to travel far – with ‘The Best Hotel Gin...

One month remaining for your business to enter the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022

The deadline for exceptional county companies to enter Gloucestershire’s definitive business awards is fast-approaching, with one...

Gloucestershire food firm creates blueprint for the modern workplace

Innovative Gloucestershire food business Green Gourmet has just been ranked as one of the UK's Best Workplaces – and may also have...

A pizza restaurant with speakeasy bar is joining Gloucester Food Dock

Serving up Neapolitan pizzas and speakeasy cocktails, Bella Mia is the latest business to join the growing line-up of food and...

New seafood bar and grill restaurant to open in Cirencester

One-time favourite Cirencester restaurant Harry Hares is due to reopen in May 2022 under new management as Henry’s Seafood Bar &...

Rising stars of business celebrate at exclusive 40 under 40 event

An exclusive networking event brought together and celebrated all those featured in the SoGlos and University of Gloucestershire’s...

Upmarket Cotswolds ready meal maker wins national supermarket deal

A small Gloucestershire firm making upmarket ready meals, created with a Michelin-starred chef, has landed a deal with national...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: April 2022

From a newly appointed CEO for Cirencester Friendly to the latest director at engineering giant Renishaw, plus, new faces at one...

Cheltenham’s StarBistro reopens with new menu

With a reputation for serving some of the finest food in the Cotswolds, alongside supporting National Star College students in...

Kier Highways wins £460 million A417 ‘missing link’ contract

The contract to carry out the work to upgrade the A417 ‘missing link’ between Gloucester and Swindon – described as ‘the key’ to...

Taco Bell Gloucester opens this week

Fast-food chain, Taco Bell, has revealed when the doors will open to its brand-new Mexican eatery in Gloucester – and how visitors...

UK engineering giant is investing up to £10 million in new Gloucester headquarters

Jobs and investment are coming to Gloucester as one of the UK’s most advanced engineering firms plans to spend millions in the...

Lilian Faithfull Care is opening its first ever charity shop

Gloucestershire-based elderly care charity, Lilian Faithfull Care, is opening its first ever charity shop on Tewkesbury High...

Bosco Pizzeria reveals when it is opening at Cheltenham’s Quadrangle

The opening date for Bosco Pizzeria, the first restaurant at Cheltenham’s newly renovated Quadrangle, has been revealed…

Optimising IT launches new carbon offsetting service on Earth Day

Climate Conscious IT is a scheme designed to help climate-conscious organisations offset their CO2 emissions.

Cotswolds soap brand scoops Queen’s Award for Enterprise

A Cotswold company that makes soap bars that replace shampoo, shaving foam, facial wash, shower gel and body scrub – saving...

Gloucestershire drivers urged to keep an eye on MOT expiry dates after exemption scheme ends

Cleevely Motors is advising Gloucestershire vehicle owners to check their MOT renewal dates after lockdown legislation led to...

Cotswolds pub wins Gloucestershire Pub of the Year 2022

A pub and hotel in the Cotswolds hamlet of Shipton Oliffe has been awarded Gloucestershire Pub of the Year at the National Pub and...

Cyber firms from Gloucestershire vie for top national award

Two cyber security firms from Gloucestershire with multimillion pound turnovers have been pitted against one another in the...

Cirencester museum wins Small Visitor Attraction Bronze Award

The Corinium Museum in Cirencester has been awarded the Small Visitor Attraction of the Year Bronze Award at the 2021/22 South...

Business is booming for Stroud-based food manufacturer

Sales have now exceeded pre-Covid-19 pandemic levels at Stroud-based Kitchen Garden Foods – thanks to new contracts with the likes...

Hetty’s Cake Hatch in Gloucester permanently closing

Hetty’s Cake Hatch is closing for good – and this is when you’ll be able to get your last batch of brownies from the popular...

90th birthday party celebrates founder of major Gloucestershire family firm

One of Gloucestershire’s biggest family businesses, Hewer Facilities Management, is set to host a rather special open day in April...

Gloucestershire teenager named national engineering apprentice of the year

A 19-year-old from Gloucestershire who made an incredible recovery from a life-threatening road traffic accident has been named as...

Stand Up for Ukraine at the Everyman Theatre raises more than £50,000

The Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham and the Barn Theatre in Cirencester teamed up to put on Stand Up for Ukraine, a variety show...

Growth shows no signs of cooling for Tubby Tom’s

Just four years since starting out, Forest of Dean hot sauce and seasoning company Tubby Tom’s is targeting a 50 per cent increase...

Dale Vince to leave Ecotricity for politics – and business for sale

The founder of Gloucestershire energy company Ecotricity, which employs 800 staff in Stroud, has announced the business is up for...

Gloucestershire estate agent Naylor Powell celebrates 40th anniversary

Independent Gloucestershire estate agent, Naylor Powell, celebrates 40 years in business this March 2022.

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: March 2022

There’s a new ceo at Tewkesbury Borough Council, a new vice chair at GFirst LEP and a high-profile European data protection role...

Gloucestershire law firm hailed for multi-million pound investment win

A Cheltenham law firm helped one of its corporate clients win a multi-million pound British Growth Fund investment to pursue major...

‘A major buzz’: EG Carter on its double win at the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards

As we build up to the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022, sponsored by Hazlewoods and Willans LLP solicitors, we talk to...

New £5 million restaurant and conference building is almost ready

A major building project at Hartpury College and Hartpury University has stepped closer to completion, with contractors gathering...

M&M turns pandemic crisis into 150 per cent profit growth

A Gloucestershire business specialising in branded merchandise, which faced closure when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, is predicting...

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...

CakeAlchemist celebrates Cheltenham shop opening

Cheltenham’s brand-new coffee and cake shop, CakeAlchemist, celebrated its grand opening to the public, offering wonderful bakes...

Gloucester Brewery wins national award – and invites everyone to a party to celebrate

After raising £500,000 of investment and winning top prizes in national industry awards, Gloucester Brewery plans to celebrate in...

The first businesses opening at Gloucester Food Dock revealed

Gin cocktails, Italian-style gelato and steak from a Gordon Ramsay-trained chef will all feature at the much-anticipated £3.5...

Fast-growing women’s running group champions the support it receives from Gloucestershire firm

The team behind This Mum Runs, which supports tens of thousands of women’s running communities UK-wide, says the support it...

Alder King pays tribute to Tim Heal

Property consultancy Alder King has paid tribute to its former lead partner for Gloucestershire and the man who helped established...

Cyber security entrepreneurs from Gloucestershire launch DarkInvader

With the name DarkInvader it is already sounds intriguing, and its business model does not disappoint. Meet the Gloucestershire...

Gloucestershire business reaction to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement 2022

With the nation still digesting the detail from Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spring Statement, the early reaction from The Federation...

Turnover reaches £240 million at Ecotricity as it looks to sever Russian ties

Turnover has increased by nearly eight per cent to £240 million for Ecotricity, as the Gloucestershire firm announces its hands...

‘There is nowhere more magnificent than Gloucester’ declares Griff Rhys Jones

In Gloucestershire to support the bid to help save the Tudor building that houses The Folk of Gloucester museum, Griff Rhys Jones...

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...

Two well-known Gloucestershire accountants have merged

Gloucester and Forest of Dean accountants Griffiths Marshall Advisory Group now has a strong foothold in Cheltenham after the...

Conservation work to save Gloucester’s Fleece Hotel gets underway

More of the mysteries of Gloucester’s medieval The Fleece Hotel are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks as a major...

Profits and turnover are up as Gloucestershire-based Clarkson Evans predicts more growth in 2022

Hot on the heels of announcing a management buyout, one of Gloucestershire’s biggest construction sector firms, Clarkson Evans,...

Award-winning Gloucestershire golf business looks set to grow again in 2022

Queen’s Award-winning business, Stewart Golf, said it still expects to grow in 2022, despite the ongoing impact of Covid-19 and...

Movie star mum’s app could change lives

A Gloucestershire graphics expert, used to crafting special effects for Disney, Marvel Studio and Warner Brothers movies, has come...

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...

Roberts Limbrick unveils rebrand, growth and a list of Gloucestershire projects

One of Gloucestershire’s leading architectural practices, Roberts Limbrick, has begun 2022 by revealing continued growth, a list...

Gloucestershire business lessons: How a learning culture is driving Forge Engineering to success

In the first of the brand-new Gloucestershire business lessons interview series in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos...

Major Cheltenham employer delivers £320 million of operating profit

One of Gloucestershire’s biggest employers is back on track after the worst of the pandemic, delivering record operating profits,...

Regeneration designs for Cheltenham’s Minster Gardens are unveiled

Proposals for the near quarter of a million pound redesign and revamp of the churchyard of the medieval St Mary’s Minster in...

New £1.8million bakery opening in Cheltenham

A commercial bakery which supplies treats to Pret A Manger and M&S will be opening in Cheltenham in March 2022 – capable of...

Ecclesiastical Insurance Group announces its new name

One of Gloucestershire's oldest and best-known brands, Ecclesiastical Insurance Group, has changed its name.

£425,000 given to start-up businesses in Gloucestershire

Start and Grow Enterprise has revealed it has invested the equivalent of £425,000 in Gloucestershire businesses and helped...

Forest of Dean firm launches 3D printed lifestyle pods

An advanced engineering firm from Gloucestershire – usually associated with the super material graphene – is starting production...

Gloucestershire glamping retreat wins Best Rural Tourism Business in the UK

Forest of Dean glamping retreat, The Roost, which was set up just over two years ago has been named Best Rural Tourism Business in...

Gloucestershire businesses light up in blue and yellow to show support for Ukraine

Organisations across Gloucestershire are showing their support for Ukraine by illuminating landmarks and business premises in blue...

Nominations open for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022

Exceptional county businesses can now enter Gloucestershire’s definitive business awards, as SGGBA nominations open, offering the...

City Campus in Gloucester officially granted planning permission

The University of Gloucestershire’s new City Campus in Gloucester, in the former Debenhams building, has been ‘unanimously...

Cotswold Airport’s party plane now boarding for tours

As well as playing host to private parties, from weddings and birthdays to corporate events, retired jumbo jet BA 747 Negus opens...

The National Diving and Activity Centre is closing for good

After 19 brilliant years, one of the most well-loved inland dive sites in the UK, located just across the Gloucestershire border...

Headline sponsors of SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 revealed

As the build-up begins to the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022, we can now reveal the headline sponsors for this year’s...

Category sponsors revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022

All of the categories and sponsors for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 have now been revealed, with some brand-new...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: February 2022

On the face of it February 2022 felt like a quiet month for appointments, but scratch beneath the surface and it has been anything...

Gloucestershire reached a record number of resident businesses in 2021

Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the total number of registered businesses in Gloucestershire hit a record high in 2021.

Major family business begins its ambitious expansion

An ambitious construction project to future-proof one of Tewkesbury’s biggest employers and one of Gloucestershire’s biggest...

Here's how Cheltenham's Sophie Wilding did on The Apprentice

Week seven of The Apprentice saw the remaining candidates in the process set the challenge of designing, branding and pitching...

Gloucester business owner is awarded Mayor’s Medal for his work for charity

Gloucester Carpet Outlet owner, Daniel Leach, has earned a prestigious medal from Gloucester Mayor for his charitable work,...

£1 million investment in historic Tewkesbury hotel creates 30 jobs

Tewkesbury’s historic Tudor House Hotel, complete with battle scars inflicted by Jacobite rioters, is gearing up to reopen its...

Venue and partners for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 revealed

The exciting new location and all the partners that will make this year's SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards go with a bang...

Historic Cotswold pub has been sold for £650,000

A Grade II-listed Cotswold village pub and restaurant, near Burford, has been sold – with plans already in place to develop the...

First images released of new City Campus in Gloucester’s former Debenhams

The University of Gloucestershire has unveiled the first images of its new City Campus in Gloucester’s former Debenhams building.

Work to start on rooftop restaurant, bar and hotel in Gloucester city centre

Phase two of Gloucester’s £107m city centre redevelopment, The Forum, is due to start in March 2022, with Kier appointed lead...

Jumbo jet to become new Gloucestershire party venue

A jumbo jet is to earn its keep as a party plane from March 2022, having been retired from London Heathrow in 2020 and purchased...

Openreach is creating 400 new jobs in the south west

Broadband company Openreach is creating more than 400 new jobs in the south west – with almost 300 of them due to be...

Stroud’s Five Valleys Market is bringing back Friday late nights

Enjoy tastes from around the globe, pop-up cocktail bars and live music at Friday late nights at Stroud’s Five Valleys Market,...

A £20 million park and ride could be built in Cheltenham

Cheltenham’s Arle Court Park and Ride could be about to undergo a £20 million transformation into a new 'transport hub', with...

Willans joins campaign to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2030

As it prepares to celebrate 75 years in business, Gloucestershire-based Willans LLP is also the first law firm in the county to...

Wildlife-friendly vision to transform Cheltenham’s Honeybourne Line wins national award

A Gloucestershire student’s award-winning idea to turn a walkway into a wildlife haven is being shared with Cheltenham Borough...

Stagecoach reaches milestone of employing 1,000 apprentices

Bus company Stagecoach, which operates bus services across Gloucestershire, now employs 1,000 apprentices – a milestone it is...

Julian Dunkerton's Lucky Onion Group to sell Gloucestershire pubs

The Lucky Onion Group, owned by Superdry founder Julian Dunkerton, is to sell some of its pubs and hotels to major pub chain...

Gloucestershire wildlife centre scoops award for superb outdoor education

Staff at Slimbridge Wetland Centre are flying high as its lessons helping children learn more about wildlife have earned the...

Cheltenham bar owner still in the running to win The Apprentice

This week’s instalment marks the halfway point in the series, with Cheltenham’s Sophie Wilding still in the running, despite being...

Law firm to teach courses at Gloucestershire’s new construction school

Cheltenham law firm, BPE, is set to deliver two new training courses at Gloucestershire’s new multi-million-pound construction...

Applications open for new operations and IT degree apprenticeships

New operations and IT degree apprenticeships have been unveiled by the University of Gloucestershire, in partnership with one of...

Investment firms buys second Gloucester industrial estate for £10.4 million

A Covent Garden-based investment firm which last year bought £13 million-plus of Gloucester commercial property has come back for...

Discover more about the £220 million bid to bring UK’s first fusion energy plant to Gloucestershire

The ‘once in a generation opportunity’ to bring the first fusion energy plant in the UK to Gloucestershire will be detailed by...

Future confirmed for GFirst LEP

After a long few months waiting to hear its fate, the future of GFirst LEP, the most powerful business voice in Gloucestershire,...

Local producers take pride of place at Cheltenham racecourse restaurant

This year’s Cheltenham Festival will see the launch of a new restaurant concept at Gloucestershire’s premier racecourse, with the...

Record revenue for engineering giant Renishaw

Gloucestershire engineering giant and major county employer, Renishaw, has reported record revenue for its last six months of...

Medieval tiled floor is uncovered at £107 million Gloucester development

Archaeologists working to clear the way for the multi-million pound The Forum development in Gloucester have discovered a largely...

Grant of up to £6,000 still available for businesses affected by omicron

All of Gloucestershire’s local authorities are still offering grants to businesses in the hospitality and leisure sector affected...

Janes Pantry opens its new £300,000 bakery and café

Gloucestershire business Janes Pantry has officially opened its 11th bakery and café – and the new Twigworth venue is its biggest...

‘Unlimited demand’ drives launch of new Gloucestershire fintech business

Demand for one of its specialist services, has led to Stroud firm BookCheck launching a new financial technology business to cope...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: January 2022

From a new management team at Five Valleys in Stroud to the boss of St James’s Place stepping down and the Dean of Gloucester...

Cheltenham’s Holee Clucker reveals its reopening date

Holee Clucker has announced its official reopening date for 2022, after being closed for five months due to the national chef...

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...

Work on Ecotricity’s new football stadium and business park development in Gloucestershire could start in spring

Ecotricity has submitted ‘revisited plans’ for its long-awaited Eco Park development, a new football stadium and business park in...

High-profile speakers named for Gloucestershire apprenticeship event

Businesses, organisations and anyone interested in the potential of apprenticeships are invited to attend a National...

Gloucestershire recruitment company launches new service for firms looking to fill senior roles

After two years of economic uncertainty, the jobs market remains challenging, but Gloucestershire recruitment firm Hooray has good...

Gloucestershire fashion house amasses a 2,000-strong social media army

Founder and boss of Superdry, Julian Dunkerton, has revealed the Gloucestershire fashion house has gathered a 2,000-strong army of...

Gloucestershire puts its case to Government to be crowned the UK cyber capital

Gloucestershire put its case to be crowned the UK’s cyber capital directly to the minister for media, data and digital...

Unilever confirms jobs at its Gloucestershire ice cream factory are safe

After announcing dramatic plans to shed 1,500 staff, consumer giant Unilever has confirmed that 300-plus jobs at its Walls Ice...

Gloucestershire organisations receive a boost from HRH The Princess Royal

One of Gloucestershire’s biggest businesses and one of its best-loved charities had their good work celebrated with a visit from...

Cheltenham independent school secures £3m investment

Cheltenham’s St Edward’s School has been acquired by a leading UK independent schools group, which has pledged to invest £3...

Sweaty Betty is opening a new store in Cheltenham

Sweaty Betty will be the latest brand to open on Cheltenham’s Promenade, replacing a shop that been vacant for some time.

Imperial Haus cocktail bar to open second floor

Anyone who remembers Cheltenham’s Boogie Lounge nightclub will know the venue has an upper floor, with Imperial Haus now set to...

Cheltenham bar owner gets chance to shine on The Apprentice tonight

Tasked with creating a non-alcoholic drink brand by Alan Sugar in week three of The Apprentice, cocktail bar owner Sophie Wilding...

CEO of leading Cheltenham technology firm announces her departure

It’s all change at Bamboo Technology, as Lorrin White shares her decision to leave the board and announces her replacement as CEO...

Lilian Faithfull Care is encouraging job applications this January

With current staff calling the Gloucestershire charity ‘a great place to work’, Lilian Faithfull Care is encouraging people to...

Award-winning Cheltenham digital marketing agency is sold

A Queen’s Award-winning, Cheltenham-based digital marketing business with 20 staff and a £6 million turnover has announced its...

Major Gloucestershire firm is set for a management buyout

A majority stake in one of Gloucestershire’s most successful family businesses, which trains scores of electrical apprentices...

University of Gloucestershire journalism student is up for major industry award

Jack Shute, a talented journalism student from the University of Gloucestershire and former SoGlos intern, has been shortlisted...

New support grant for Tewkesbury businesses affected by Omicron

A new grant is available aimed at supporting businesses in the Tewkesbury borough financially impacted by the Covid-19 Omicron...

Court decision unlocking 10,000 homes development near Tewkesbury could face a new challenge

A High Court decision to allow a bridge to be built over the railway near Tewkesbury, helping to unlock the door to a 10,000-home...

Gloucestershire dental manufacturer wins £472,000 to help fight against the pandemic

Nearly half a million pounds has been given to Gloucestershire’s Prima Dental Group to develop new technology to improve the...

New railway bridge keeps multi-million pound Stroudwater Canal restoration on track

A major project to replace a Gloucestershire railway bridge within seven days to allow boats on the Stroudwater Canal to pass...

Hazlewoods has its best annual results in the company’s 100-year history

The corporate finance team at Gloucestershire accountants Hazlewoods is celebrating after announcing it advised on transactions...

Multi-million-pound business and arts centre taking shape in the centre of Cheltenham

A new multi-million-pound business centre and headquarters for Cheltenham’s famous festivals is fast taking shape in the heart of...

Cheltenham cocktail bar owner is appearing on The Apprentice

Among the 16 candidates competing for Alan Sugar's investment on The Apprentice 2022 is the founder of Cheltenham’s 'most magical'...

Glenfall House is launching new packages for corporate hire

With endless scope for meetings and team-building activities, Glenfall House near Cheltenham is offering its function rooms,...

Simpsons Fish and Chips is launching a new Gloucester chip shop

Cult Gloucestershire chippy Simpsons Fish and Chips is launching a its third chip shop – this time in Gloucester!

A shortage of employment land is ‘holding Gloucestershire back’ property experts claims

Gloucestershire is facing ‘a desperate shortage of good employment land with demand outstripping supply’, according to one of the...

Record profits and turnover for Gloucestershire specialist construction firm

Profits have doubled and turnover risen by almost 60 per cent to nearly £80 million for Gloucestershire-based data centre...

Gloucestershire wine supplier doubles business to nearly £60 million

Profits are up at Gloucestershire-headquartered Off-Piste Wines, with turnover growing more than 50 per cent to nearly £60...

Cheltenham cyber experts announce takeover of tech training firm

Gloucestershire-based defence consultancy CDS Defence & Security (CDS DS) has unveiled an ‘ambitious growth strategy’ with the...

Work begins on new £7 million Gloucestershire leisure park

Contractors have begun to clear a site in Gloucestershire for a new family leisure park which will create new jobs and a training...

Drone business joins Hartpury’s Tech Box Park

A new business park at Hartpury College and University has welcomed another business to its ranks – drone technology firm...

Multi-million pound contract awarded by Gloucestershire Airport

A major contract which is part of a £15 million investment in its runways has been awarded by Gloucestershire Airport, promising...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: December 2021

From a new research and development director at one of the county’s biggest drinks manufacturers to a new CEO for Hartpury College...

Off The Square shares its must-have drink for Christmas 2021

Having sold over 200 bottles in the last six weeks alone, Off The Square in Stow-on-the-Wold has revealed the hand-crafted...

The University of Gloucestershire reveals its plans for Gloucester’s former Debenhams

Ambitious plans to transform the former Debenhams building in the centre of Gloucester have been revealed by the University of...

Cheltenham fashion brand expands with a new American distribution depot

Christmas sales helped increase turnover at Cheltenham-based men’s fashion label &Sons by 300 per cent in 2021, with the business...

Jobs at a Cotswold paper company are safe as German firm buys the business

All 51 staff will be kept on following the sale of Cotswold-based family business Cotek Papers Limited to a German rival.

Cheltenham Festivals names its new leadership team

Two familiar faces will head up a new, four-strong senior management team to lead the world-famous Cheltenham Festivals in 2022.

The King's School Gloucester is rounding off a year of community work with a special Christmas party in Gloucestershire

Students and staff from The King’s School Gloucester have raised almost £5,000 for good causes this Christmas, cooked more than...

A 300-home development is planned for Gloucester Railway Station

Growing confidence in Gloucester is attracting more investment into the city, with Eutopia Homes sharing its plans to build up to...

Cheltenham Borough Council reveals new plans for Boots Corner

Boots Corner is set to be transformed into a ‘pocket park’ with an accessible seating area in new plans from Cheltenham Borough...

Gloucester Brewery has reached its £500,000 crowdfunding target

Gloucester Brewery has cause to celebrate after reaching its £500,000 crowdfunding target to fund its ambitious expansion plans –...

More life-saving defibrillators arrive in Cheltenham town centre

More life-saving defibrillators have arrived in Cheltenham, as the town’s business community steps up to support the Public Hearts...

Gloucestershire solicitors helps make £7.5 million Sureserve takeover possible

A team from a Gloucestershire law firm has been praised for its part in the multi-million pound takeover of a firm which helps...

AccXel construction school opens with first 80 apprentices already promised work

The brand-new multi-million pound AccXel construction skills training centre has opened in the Forest of Dean – with the powerful...

Building work begins on Cotswolds Designer Outlet 10,000 sq ft restaurant and garden centre

Construction has started on Cotswolds Designer Outlet’s new 10,000 square foot restaurant and 74,000 sq ft Dobbies Garden Centre –...

Restaurateurs from Cheltenham to launch ‘seafood’ farming business

Two entrepreneurial restaurateurs from Cheltenham have unveiled plans to for an exciting new start-up – a land-based seafood...

Investment in Gloucester city centre offices creates jobs

One of Gloucester’s landmark office buildings, home to 20 city businesses, has received a major facelift thanks to a £300,000...

Revenues up more than 40 per cent at Versarien

One of Gloucestershire’s most high-profile advanced engineering and manufacturing firms has announced a 41 per cent increase in...

Stroud sustainable wine business raises £400,000 through crowdfunding

Anglo-Italian wine business, When in Rome, has hit its £400,000 crowdfunding target after 180 investors came forward – with big...

Development of 180 new homes near Gloucester city centre receives £2.2 million in funding

Plans to build 180 affordable homes near the centre of Gloucester have moved a ‘significant’ step closer, thanks to a £2.2 million...

New steak restaurant ‘Strip’ opens in Stroud

A new restaurant specialising in steaks has opened its doors in the middle of Stroud.

Superdry opens its new performance sport and fashion store in Cheltenham

Global fashion brand and Gloucestershire-based business Superdry has officially opened its first new Studio concept store in the...

Major British grooming brand reveals how a Gloucestershire business helped it achieve success

King of Shaves has become a multi-million-pound business, an achievement it says was made possible by the expertise of...

Award-winning Gloucestershire construction firm heading for record £24 million turnover

After winning an industry award in 2021, Gloucestershire-based specialist construction firm, Cold Clad, reveals that the...

The Kings Head in Cirencester wins hotel of the year award

The Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester has been crowned hotel of the year at the Bespoke Hotels awards – and, after 12 months of...

Bamboo Technology expands with acquisition of IT firm

Gloucestershire-headquartered Bamboo Technology Group Ltd has announced it has bought Worcestershire-based TechTeam Limited.

Growth for Gloucestershire law firm committed to the county

Gloucestershire law firm Frank Smith & Co Solicitors was determination to remain true to its core values, its customers and county...

Fast-growing Gloucester construction firm unveils a new recruitment drive

Up to 30 new jobs are being created at Gloucester-headquartered specialist construction firm, ISD Solutions, which is also on...

Tewkesbury Borough Council chief executive Mike Dawson is stepping down

After 12 years as chief executive officer of Tewkesbury Borough Council, Mike Dawson has announced his departure.

Decathlon opens its first Gloucestershire store

Just weeks after it announced it would be coming to Gloucestershire, sporting goods retailer Decathlon has opened its latest store...

New Robert Hitchins scheme could create hundreds of jobs in Gloucestershire

Major Gloucestershire developer Robert Hitchins could create hundreds of new local jobs, with its plans to build two new business...

High Court gives go ahead for 50 new homes near Bishops Cleeve

A 50-home development will go ahead near Bishops Cleeve north of Cheltenham after developer, L&Q Estates, won a two-year High...

Gloucestershire engineering giant is offering a record number of apprenticeships in 2022

Global engineering giant Renishaw, based in Wotton-under-Edge, is set to offer a record 80 apprenticeships in 2022.

First image revealed of what £3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock will look like

Developers behind Gloucester Food Dock, one of the most eagerly anticipated developments in Gloucestershire, have released the...

SoGlos launches the Gloucestershire Apprenticeship Campaign

SoGlos has teamed up with Gloucestershire College, Gloucestershire Engineering Training, Renishaw and the University of...

‘Strong interest’ already in new airport business park set to create 1,500 jobs

A GFirst LEP-funded development to create a new business park at Gloucestershire Airport is already attracting the kind of...

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...

Superdry partners with Versarien to produce a new range of high-tech clothing

Global fashion brand Superdry and Gloucestershire engineering firm Versarien are partnering to develop a new green range of...

Praise from the Queen highlights Gloucestershire firm's importance to chocolate making

A Queen’s Award for Forest of Dean firm DPS Designs reveals how important the Gloucestershire engineering business is to the...

Gloucestershire bakery Janes Pantry unveils major investment and a brand-new café

Much-loved Gloucestershire bakery, Janes Pantry, has revealed its £300,000 investment plans and is set to open its biggest café...

Major Cheltenham employer is on course for record revenue and profit

Engineering firm Spirax Sarco, which employs more than 1,000 staff in Cheltenham, has declared itself on course for a record year...

New rooftop bar and restaurant planned at Regent Arcade in Cheltenham

Cheltenham’s Regent Arcade plans to open a new rooftop fine dining restaurant, nearly five years after it was first proposed.

Nearly 100 new affordable homes to be built in Newent

A Gloucestershire-headquartered housing developer has revealed plans to build nearly 100 new affordable homes in Newent in 2022.

A new Superdry store is opening in Cheltenham

Superdry is opening a brand-new store on Cheltenham’s Promenade this December 2021.

Gloucestershire ice cream company wins £10,000 investment

Wholly Gelato has won a £10,000 investment after being named the winner of The Midcounties Co-operative’s Food Glorious Food...

Host a Cotswold Christmas party at Glenfall House near Cheltenham

With log fires, licensed bars, live entertainment and in-house catering, not to mention comfortable rooms to stay in, enjoy a...

A Stroud-based harp maker is offering 100 free lessons

One for the bucket list! Stroud harp teacher Morwenna Louttit-Vermaat and her harp maker husband Creag are giving away 100 free...

Increasing number of former employees seeking legal action against Complete Utilities

The number of former staff members lining up to take legal action against the collapsed Gloucestershire firm Complete Utilities...

First business moves into £2 million Hartpury Tech Box Park

Agritech firm Novazera has been confirmed as the first company to take up residence in the new £2 million Tech Box Park at...

When Gloucester’s former Debenhams building will open to students is revealed

With the added boost of £20 million Levelling Up Fund cash, the University of Gloucestershire has revealed when it hopes students...

Sports firm confident of recovery after covid slashes turnover by £37 million

Directors of a major UK sports travel firm headquartered in Gloucester are confident they will bounce back, after revealing how...

The Orders of St John Care Trust is recruiting for care sector professionals in Gloucestershire

Whether you’re looking to change career or get back into work, discover the benefits of a career in care at one of the Orders of...

Tokyotattoo in Cheltenham launches new specialist hair loss service

Hair loss can be a difficult subject to approach, often causing emotional distress that can further lead to depression and anxiety...

Fast-growing Cheltenham retailer to create 40 new jobs by Christmas

A luxury online retailer headquartered in Cheltenham expects to create 40 new jobs by Christmas as it continues to expand after an...

Invest in Gloucester Brewery and get free beer for a year

With free beer and other rewards up for grabs, investors are already supporting Gloucester Brewery’s exciting £500,000 expansion...

Peer Networks programme launches to support Gloucestershire’s female business leaders

With data showing women’s wellbeing is more negatively affected than men’s during the pandemic, Gloucestershire’s Local Enterprise...

Hundreds of jobs could be lost after Complete Utilities 'ceases trading'

An uncertain future faces 300 staff at Complete Utilities after a major customer for the Gloucestershire firm declared the...

Growing legal practice expands into Gloucester and Newent

Law firm DF Legal has merged with Madge, Lloyd & Gibson and is offering additional services under the direction of in-house...

Cheltenham’s HERA London fashion brand owner sells shares to Gymshark director

Gloucestershire fashion success story HERA London has a new majority stakeholder – director of Gymshark, Paul Richardson – who is...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: October 2021

From a new role for the former chairman of GFirst LEP to new senior figures at ProCook, SoGlos highlights some of the key business...

Gloucestershire law firm’s tech team makes its mark

BPE Solicitors tech specialists are recognised by the prestigious Chambers legal directory for the first time, while its corporate...

The construction of a new local centre in Twigworth has been completed

Described as a ‘crucial’ part of a major mixed-use development on the outskirts of Gloucester, EG Carter and Co has officially...

Renishaw engineers strong recovery with 146 per cent increase in profits

Global engineering success story, and major Gloucestershire employer, Renishaw has revealed a strong recovery from the impact of...

Building work to start on Cheltenham Minster Exchange

Work is due to start on Cheltenham Minster Exchange, a significant new business centre and also headquarters for Cheltenham...

Second major sports retailer to open in Regent Arcade

Another huge global sports retailer – a first for the south west – is due to open in Cheltenham’s Regent Arcade, following on from...

Naylor Powell opens a new office in Cam

Gloucestershire estate agent, Naylor Powell, is growing – opening a new sales and lettings office in Cam.

Specialist solar firm Mypower wins national award

A Gloucestershire firm which installed solar panels on Gloucester Cathedral has been honoured at the National Energy Efficiency...

Multi-million-pound investment in cyber brings Michael Gove to Cheltenham

A £3 million investment in a new digital training centre and workplace at Gloucestershire College has won high praise from the...

Gloucestershire kitchenware brand is set to float on the stock market for £300 million

A Gloucestershire businessman who left school aged 15 is about to float his company on the stock market with a valuation of...

Gloucestershire moves a step closer to building the world’s first fusion energy plant

A plan to build a new fusion energy plant in Gloucestershire, potentially creating thousands of jobs, has made its way onto a...

Plumbing and heating firm Shackleton, Wintle and Lane enters administration

A total of 69 people have lost their jobs after Gloucestershire-based plumbing, heating and electrical specialist Shackleton,...

How incredible generosity ‘saved’ Cheltenham Festivals

Just how close Cheltenham Festivals came to financial collapse during the pandemic, and the astonishing generosity that saved it,...

Winners of Gloucestershire’s first Inclusive Employer Awards revealed

The 13 winners of the first Gloucestershire Inclusive Employers Awards, staged by the GEM Project, have been announced.

There’s still time for business leaders to join the Peer Networks programme

A programme for Gloucestershire business leaders aimed at helping them grow their companies has opened its doors to more cohorts,...

The Forest of Dean Growth Hub opens its doors

Businesses in the Forest of Dean now have a new point of focus, with The Growth Hub opening its latest branch in Mitcheldean.

Turnover passes £53 million for Gloucester retail business

Winner of this year’s SoGlos Gloucestershire business Award for growth, ProCook, has lived up to its title – with annual turnover...

Stroud fashion house becomes ‘world's first all-digital fashion brand’

Stroud fashion brand, Republiqe, is launching a fully digital 3D collection just in time for London Fashion Week 2021 – it’s a...

World’s largest vertical farm underlines Gloucestershire’s position as a hotbed of agri-tech

Gloucestershire’s profile as a UK hotspot for agritech has been further boosted by news of a multi-million pound investment that...

Turnover and ‘profits’ up at Two Rivers Housing

Turnover has increased to £28 million and ‘profits’ are also up at Gloucestershire-based Two Rivers Housing Group.

Digital October events for businesses launched by The Growth Hub

To support businesses investing in a digitally-powered recovery from the pandemic, Gloucestershire’s Growth Hub is launching a...

Major Gloucester employer officially opens new offices

One of Gloucester’s biggest private employers, with more than 500 staff, has officially opened new offices in Brockworth.

Gloucestershire B&B owner launches new breakfast cereal

When lockdown decimated her bed and breakfast business owner Deborah Lamplugh realised she was sitting on another potential...

After 10 years GFirst LEP celebrates its biggest project yet

After a decade helping transform Gloucestershire with £100 million-plus of investment, and establishing a can-do reputation in...

Potential buyers show interest in former Gloucester office, as major development plans are revealed

A major residential development is being proposed for a former office site in the centre of Gloucester, with potential buyers...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: September 2021

From senior appointments at fast-growing Gloucestershire tech firms to new faces on the board of the county’s local enterprise...

Hartpury women's rugby team reveals new sponsor

Elite women's rugby team Gloucester-Hartpury is celebrating revealing a new signing - its latest sponsor.

SGGBA judges and SoGlos team raise a glass to Business Awards success

A selection of SGGBA judges and SoGlos team members came together to raise a final glass to the 2021 awards' success, and to...

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...

New Gloucester Brewery warehouse bar opens at Gloucester Docks

Gloucester Brewery officially launched its new 2,500 square foot Dock-side bar on Friday 24 September 2021, also opening its doors...

Gloucestershire College’s academy launch reveals a county bristling with confidence

The official opening of Gloucestershire College’s £3 million Advanced Digital Academy and Hub8 co-working space has revealed a...

Work begins on £2 million Digital Innovation Farm Tech Box Park

Work has begun to build a £2 million digital innovation centre for Gloucestershire agri-tech firms at Hartpury College and...

Cheltenham BID appoints new chief executive

Powerful business group Cheltenham BID has named Heath Gunter as its new chief executive.

JD Sports is opening a new Cheltenham store in Regent Arcade

JD Sports will be the latest brand to open in Regent Arcade shopping centre, replacing Cheltenham’s vacant Top Shop unit.

Gloucestershire Day launched to celebrate the county

The whole county is being invited to join in with the Gloucestershire Day celebrations on Tuesday 21 September 2021 – with the...

Superdry back on track for growth

Gloucestershire-based fashion brand Superdry said it was ending the year strongly and was back on track for growth, after the...

Booster vaccine roll-out starts at Lilian Faithfull Care

Astell House residents in Cheltenham will be among the first people in the UK to be offered the booster dose of the Covid-19...

Why businesses are turning to BookCheck to help them grow

Gloucestershire-based BookCheck has transformed bookkeeping and payroll management into an art form – and is seeing more and more...

Gloucestershire is growing its reputation as a holiday destination

Visit Gloucestershire, set up to champion and support the county’s visitor economy, said a boom in staycations this summer had...

A new pizza restaurant plans to open on Cheltenham Promenade

Cheltenham foodies wondering what will move into the former Café Rouge could now have their answer – as the Promenade building...

£500,000 of growth funding for When in Rome wine business

Gloucestershire-based Italian wine importer When in Rome has won £500,000 of funding to expand its environmentally friendly...

Gloucester book business records sales of £297 million in one year

Started by just two people in an office in Gloucester, The Book Depository turned over £297 million last year.

New luxury fashion outlet opens at Gloucester Quays

Luxury footwear and fashion brand, Dune, has opened a new outlet store at Gloucester Quays.

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...

Gloucester’s first electric and solar powered boat hire service launches

Primarily powered by solar panels, this all-electric fleet of boats is a great way to explore Gloucester’s heritage.

SGGBA business of the year award-winner reveals secret of its success

SGGBA business of the year award winner EG Carter & Co Ltd has committed itself to investing in its staff – taking on a record...

SGGBA 2021 winners revealed

The winners of the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2021 have been revealed at a special evening celebrating the county’s...

SGGBA 2021 awards night photos

See highlights from the first ever SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards held at Weston Aviation in Gloucestershire Airport,...

New details revealed in £6.8 million Cheltenham Minster Exchange project

A scheme to transform the public space around Cheltenham Minster, by the team behind a radical new building for the town, have...

Neptune Rum reveals secret recipe for SGGBA rum punch

If you didn't have one of the golden tickets for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2021, you can still enjoy a genuine taste...

Work starts on £3.5 million Gloucester Food Dock

Work has now officially started to deliver what is, for food and drinks lovers, one of the most eagerly anticipated developments...

New board game café opens in Cheltenham

Board N Bites is Cheltenham’s very first board game café, providing great entertainment for those wanting an alternative occasion...

Work starts on £5-million Hartpury restaurant and conference venue

Construction work has started at Hartpury University and Hartpury College on a new £5 million catering hub and conference venue.

£2.55 million for new building at expanding Cirencester College

Cirencester College has won millions of pounds to make another exciting building project happen at its Cotswolds campus, allowing...

BBC presenter Steve Knibbs to host SGGBA and SGGLA

We can now make it official – BBC presenter and well-known face of Gloucestershire, Steve Knibbs, will host this year’s SoGlos...

Cheltenham law firm instrumental in creating one of the biggest data businesses in the world

Cheltenham-based BPE Solicitors played a key role in the takeover of a specialist London-based stock market business, helping to...

Lead constructor for Golden Valley Development describes it as ‘once in a lifetime’

The man who will lead the construction of the Golden Valley Development has declared the project an ‘unprecedented’ opportunity –...

EXCLUSIVE: First look inside: The Music Works’ £1.8 million Gloucester music venue

As The Music Works gets ready to unveil its £1.8 million new music venue in Gloucester, SoGlos got to see inside The Hub, before...

Freemans Event Partners clocks up 40 years of fast food at Silverstone

A Moto GP race at Silverstone saw a Gloucestershire fast-food catering and logistics business mark four decades in partnership...

Gloucester Rugby goes carbon neutral with new reusable cup scheme

The Cherry and Whites make another move towards sustainability with a new eco-friendly initiative to use reusable cups at its...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: August 2021

From senior appointments at Hartpury University to new board members at Gloucester BID, SoGlos looks at key business appointments...

Gloucestershire insurance firm is offering a £20,000 grant to a small business

Insurance broker Aston Lark is giving small businesses in Gloucestershire the chance to win a £20,000 grant to help them recover...

Cheltenham could finally get an ice rink this Christmas 2021

Marketing Cheltenham have submitted a planning application which would see part of Imperial Gardens transformed into a winter...

A new men’s fashion store opens in Stroud

Cordell’s menswear is the newest store to open at Stroud’s Five Valleys shopping centre.

Brewdog plans to open a bar in Gloucestershire

Popular craft beer brewery, Brewdog, plans to open its first and only bar in the county.

GFirst LEP commits to delivering five key projects to drive Gloucestershire’s economic growth

As she prepares to take over as chairwoman of powerful business group GFirst LEP, Ruth Dooley has renewed its commitment to...

Fluffy Puffin ice cream confirmed as SGGBA food partner

Artisan ice cream and sorbet maker Fluffy Puffin will be touching down at Gloucestershire Airport for the SGGBA, promising to...

Building work gets underway on Gloucester’s The Forum

Work to build phase one of the £102 million The Forum in the centre of Gloucester, billed as 'transformative for the city', starts...

Bruton Knowles reports record results

Profits doubled and turnover reached £13.5 million at Gloucestershire headquartered national chartered surveyors, Bruton Knowles.

Ecotricity’s takeover bid for Good Energy dismissed

Gloucestershire-based green energy firm Ecotricity has seen its bid to take over renewable energy rival Good Energy dismissed as...

Cotswold truffle business set to turnover £8 million in 2021

TruffleHunter, whose Cotswolds-based business sells products inspired by the sought-after fungi, is on target to see turnover pass...

Sale of Gloucestershire defence tech firm raises national security concerns

Concerns have been raised about national security after Gloucestershire-based specialist defence tech business, Ultra Electronics,...

Firm with £14.6 billion of assets opens new Gloucestershire branch

Wealth management firm Raymond James has announced the launch of a new branch in Cheltenham.

SLX confirmed as SGGBA event partner

From West End shows and The Hundred to SGGBA – if Weston Aviation’s hangar was not already an exciting enough location, we can now...

Despite a tough year Ribena-maker still toasts the future with confidence

The pandemic helped take nearly £40 million off its turnover, but after multi-million pound investments major Gloucestershire...

Gloucester food charity launches fundraiser

FoodCycle is launching a new baking-themed project in Gloucestershire to raise money to help the hungry and lonely.

High praise for Cheltenham firm’s advisors to high-net-worth individuals

Two Gloucestershire advisors to high-net-worth individuals have been singled out as among the best in their profession in an...

HS2 rail project on track for Gloucestershire engineering firm

Advanced engineering firm Versarien is increasing production of the revolutionary material graphene to help make possible the High...

Profits of £153 million-plus for major Gloucestershire employer

Cheltenham firm Spirax Sarco has delivered a rise in profits and turnover thanks to a 'strong recovery of global industrial...

£15 million buyout promises growth for Gloucestershire telecoms firm

Details of a £15 million buy-out of a Tewkesbury telecoms firm have become clearer after a Cheltenham law firm was thanked for its...

Health check shines spotlight on a Gloucester BID growing in strength

As it runs towards a crucial vote on its next five-year term the influential city centre business group, Gloucester BID has...

Gloucestershire is in a 'brilliant position to prosper' post-pandemic

While towns and cities nationwide scramble to find their new place in a post-pandemic world, Gloucestershire is in a ‘brilliant...

How Peer Networks helped a Gloucestershire tech firm pass £1 million turnover

Nick Eden, of fast-growing Gloucestershire tech firm CloudTamers, talks about the benefits to his role as ceo of the Peer Networks...

One of Gloucestershire’s best-known breweries is to close

The family behind the successful Hillside Brewery in the Forest of Dean has announced the business will close at the end of August...

Cheltenham law firm launches its biggest-ever recruitment drive

Law firm Lodders has revealed plans for its biggest ever recruitment drive as it seeks to grow its workforce by more than a...

Build Back Better Fund launched to drive Gloucestershire’s Covid recovery

A new £2 million Build Back Better Fund to help communities in Gloucestershire recover and rebuild from the impact of Covid-19 has...

Cheltenham cyber firm joins forces with global financial business

A Gloucestershire firm launched just four years ago has been chosen to help global business brand RSM become a market leader in...

EXCLUSIVE: The future of electric motorsport is being built in Gloucestershire

The McMurtry Spéirling may look like the new Batmobile, but it is possibly the world’s most advanced electric racing car made by...

Highfield Garden World set to grow even further with £1 million investment

A £1 million investment will see the continued expansion of the popular family-owned Gloucestershire garden centre business.

Hobbycraft begins recruitment drive for new Cotswold store

One of the UK’s largest arts and crafts retailers, Hobbycraft, has revealed plans to open a new store at the Cirencester Retail...

Gloucester Rugby unveils major new signing

A new headline name has been added to the shirts of Gloucester Rugby for the coming season, making for one of the biggest signings...

Multi-million-pound Golden Valley Development contractor has been named

Cheltenham Borough Council has announced its preferred development partner for the £400 million Golden Valley Development with the...

New technical centre opens in Stonehouse for global manufacturer

International demand during the pandemic sees Gloucestershire manufacturer Sartorius Stedim Lab grow ‘enormously’, opening a new...

Gloucestershire businesses lost £370,000 to cyber fraud in the last year

Cyber fraud has cost Gloucestershire businesses around £369,800 in the last 13 months, according to Cheltenham-based international...

First property at The Forum in Gloucester goes on the market

ONE Cathedral View is the first property at Gloucester’s ground-breaking new The Forum development to go on the market – and it’s...

Code Ninjas asks Gloucestershire tech companies to help fund scholarships

Training the problem solvers of tomorrow, children’s coding company Code Ninjas is asking Gloucestershire tech businesses to fund...

GFirst LEP appoints its new chair

Ruth Dooley has been revealed as GFirst LEP’s new chair – with the appointment marking the first ever change in leadership for...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: July 2021

From the top job at GFirst LEP and a well-known managing director being appointed to The Pied Piper Appeal board to three new...

First look inside: Gloucester Rugby’s new super gym

Gloucester Rugby has not hung around in getting its new Kingsholm training centre fit for purpose – and SoGlos got to take a first...

Gloucester withdraws from the race to become UK City of Culture

Gloucester will no longer be bidding for the title of UK City of Culture 2025, choosing instead to focus its efforts on recovering...

Contractor named to build Hartpury’s £5 million ‘state-of-the-art catering hub’

Vitruvius Management Services names Gloucester building firm to take on the latest new development at Hartpury University and...

Apprenticeships could be key to Cheltenham’s economic recovery

Helping businesses understand the benefits of apprenticeships could make them a key element in Cheltenham’s recovery from the...

Gloucestershire’s new designer outlet moves a step closer

The business behind a major retail development near Tewkesbury, expected to generate millions of pounds annually, says its plans...

Award win reveals Cheltenham insurance firm creating jobs

Cheltenham insurance firm Assured Futures has beaten all-comers from its sector across the UK to win an award for outstanding...

Judges decide finalists for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2021

The judges have met, the decisions have been made and the list of all finalists have been drawn up for the first SoGlos...

GAP reveals when its Gloucester Quays outlet will close

US fashion brand GAP is closing all of its stores across the UK and Ireland by Saturday 25 September 2021 – and has now revealed...

CityFibre is bringing faster, more reliable internet to Gloucester City Homes tenants

CityFibre and Gloucester City Homes have partnered up to bring Gloucester social housing tenants reliable and speedy internet...

One of Gloucester’s oldest pubs is under offer

The 15th century New Inn on Gloucester’s Northgate Street is up for sale, with an asking price of around £1.65 million.

Here is where you can get free ice creams in Gloucester this weekend

Ice cream maker supreme, Wall’s, is installing a special vending machine in Gloucester this weekend giving away free Twisters,...

Versarien’s move into the Forest of Dean could signal the start of significant investment

Versarien PLC’s decision to move to new headquarters in the Forest of Dean is just one of a number of projects that could see tens...

Boat built in same shipyard as the Titanic to become Gloucester Docks' new restaurant

A boat built in the same shipyard as the famous passenger liner RMS Titanic could be about to start a new life as a floating...

SWCRC offering free memberships for cyber resilience

Small businesses and charities in Gloucestershire can get free core membership from the South West Cyber Resilience Centre to help...

Ice cream factory launches new traineeship opportunities

Ten places are up for grabs on a new traineeship programme for young people at Unilever’s famous Gloucester Wall’s ice cream...

Ground-breaking Gloucestershire energy harvesting firm wins £350,000 contract

A Gloucestershire business has won a £350,000 contract with the Ministry of Defence which could transform how electricity is...

ReformIT in Cheltenham acquires Apple-focused rival

Fast-growing Cheltenham firm, ReformIT, has acquired the town’s long-standing Apple-focused managed IT services firm, Grafx...

Cheltenham businesses hold private meeting with the minister for tourism

The minister for tourism discussed the challenges being faced by Gloucestershire businesses in a private meeting arranged by...

First look: New multimillion pound cyber training centre at Gloucestershire College

A new multimillion pound institute of technology, bringing degree level computing and cyber education to all in Gloucestershire,...

New nightclub represents £1.5 million-plus investment in Cheltenham

Owners of a new Cheltenham nightclub have revealed the venue represents a more than £1.5 million investment in the town and will...

A new Burger King is opening in Gloucester

The new Burger King will create 30 new jobs for Gloucester - with free Whoppers up for grabs in July 2021, too.

Renishaw announces its search for a new owner is at an end

Gloucestershire engineering superpower, Renishaw, has announced its search for new owners is at an end – with the company taking...

Gloucestershire family firm is well-placed to dominate the ‘right to repair’ market

The government’s new ‘right to repair’ rules are expected to be good for consumers and the environment – and one Gloucestershire...

Businessmen complete gruelling 17-hour bike ride for charity

Ten businessmen from Gloucestershire have completed a two-day non-stop 250 mile bike ride, raising £7,800 for Sue Ryder...

University of Gloucestershire unveils plans for new £3.6 million cyber centre

The University of Gloucestershire has unveiled plans to open an institute for cyber security and digital innovation in Germany.

Second term for Cheltenham BID means nearly £3 million for the town centre

Voting is over and Cheltenham BID has secured a second term in office, with even more money to invest in championing Cheltenham’s...

Cheltenham Quadrangle redevelopment and rooftop restaurant completed

The anticipated multi-million pound redevelopment of Cheltenham’s Quadrangle building and 'discreet' rooftop restaurant has...

New £2 million Tech Box high-growth business park revealed for Hartpury

A new £2 million business park built from re-purposed shipping containers is the next stage of Hartpury University and Hartpury...

Gloucestershire firm’s revolutionary image analysing software aims to make the internet safer

Gloucestershire business Image Analyzer has been revealed as a firm at the forefront of the race to deliver a tech-based antidote...

Government experts endorse cyber degree apprenticeship at Gloucestershire College

Gloucestershire College’s new degree apprenticeship has been backed by the UK’s highest authority on cyber, in a move seriously...

Openreach reveals the next areas of Gloucestershire to get superfast broadband

Infrastructure provider Openreach is living up to its promise of linking up Gloucestershire with superfast broadband – with areas...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: June 2021

From a new partner at one of the county’s best known law firms and a new commercial manager for the business behind Gloucester...

Record year for Cheltenham cyber and tech recruitment firm

Cheltenham-based InfoSec People has grown from strength to strength in the last 18 months – with its founder predicting more...

Business sales see Hazlewoods handle £422 million of deals so far in 2021

A surge in mergers and acquisitions activity in the first six months of 2021 has kept Hazlewoods’ corporate finance team busy – so...

The Growth Hub is set to release thousands of pounds of digital business recovery grants

A new round of digital business recovery grants of up to £3,000 will be made available to Gloucestershire businesses by The Growth...

Deals reveal Cheltenham firm’s global partnership with multi-billion dollar US software giant

Two deals with African firms have shed light on an innovative Gloucestershire business partnering multi-billion dollar US software...

New excavations in Gloucester could reveal ‘archaeological treasures’ at The Forum

New ‘archaeological treasures’ could be revealed as a fresh dig on the site of the city centre’s £85 million redevelopment...

New boutique Cotswold hotel opens to show-off half a million-pound investment

The curtain has gone up on an 11-bedroom luxury boutique hotel beside Cirencester’s Barn Theatre, revealing a stunning...

Stroud businesses urged to check if they qualify for remaining grant money

Five Valleys’ firms are being urged to check if they qualify for grants of up to £4,500, as Stroud District Council extends its...

The Forest of Dean sculptor creating a memorial to the district's war heroes

It will be a proud and moving moment when the giant stone war memorial to a Forest of Dean parish’s fallen is unveiled this...

£20 million of Levelling Up Fund cash would be ‘a shot in the arm for the Gloucester’

Business leaders and political masters behind three transformational projects in Gloucester have called on the government to back...

National Cyber Security Centre is offering a new free training course

A new, free online training course from the National Cyber Security Centre at GCHQ could help protect your organisation from a...

Stroud’s Ship Inn to become part of growing Five Valleys’ family business

A Stroud restaurateur has revealed big plans for the Ship Inn, as the Brimscombe Port pub becomes part of his growing business...

£1 million of green funding will help unlock major plans for Stroud

A major waterside redevelopment in Stroud and projects to future-proof some of its most historic buildings have received a...

Gloucester Rugby’s new plans will help it score a significant commercial win

All eyes were on the plans for a new indoor pitch and gym beside Kingsholm Stadium, but what fans were also looking at was the new...

Gloucester Rugby unveils new training centre near Kingsholm

Plans for new training facilities at Gloucester Rugby have been unveiled, allowing the club to host even more matches at Kingsholm...

Gloucestershire College and Hub8 will deliver new £1 million innovation centre

A £1 million innovation centre for business and education will be delivered by a partnership between the group at the heart of all...

Couple who sold their flat to start a business win £1 million investment

Just three years after starting their business Jo and Nick James have seen near 500 per cent annual growth, their staff team swell...

New shops announced for Twigworth housing development

A Co-op convenience store will be the main unit at a new retail centre just north of Gloucester

IT expert offers tailored service to give SMEs serious cyber protection

A firm which specialises in cyber security has launched a service to give small business access to the very best protection for...

Cheltenham accountants Randall & Payne acquires Gloucester firm

Randall & Payne in Cheltenham has acquired Gloucester accountancy firm Little and Company.

Sir Mo Farah is helping a Gloucestershire business to bring books to life

Olympic champion runner, Sir Mo Farah, is helping Gloucestershire business, Bring a Book to Life, by signing postcards and...

Rooftop Cheltenham apartments revealed for former market site

Unloved and empty for two years, the future of the former Cheltenham Market site has been revealed in the form of new rooftop...

Lydney Historic Harbour Café is looking for tenants

Is running the new Lydney Historic Harbour Café your cup of tea? The Forest of Dean District Council is looking for new tenants to...

Revealing the business that will help drive Gloucester’s bid for a new era of professional sport

A new business has been launched to drive the commercial development of Gloucester City FC and its associated basketball teams, as...

Record numbers expected at today's Cheltenham CyNam 21.2 business event

This week's cyber showcase business event - CyNam 21.2 – is on target to attract record numbers with more than 1,000 signing up to...

Gloucestershire company launches the first climate positive vehicle leasing service

Encouraging companies to decarbonise their fleet, Fleet Electric in Harwicke is helping secure the future of our planet with its...

SoGlos launches #CyberGlos campaign to champion Gloucestershire’s key role in the UK’s growing cyber industry

Join SoGlos in celebrating Gloucestershire’s burgeoning cyber sector as we launch a brand-new sixth-month campaign, #CyberGlos.

Leadership course will help businesses build their own road-maps out of the pandemic

A firm which specialises in helping develop business leadership skills has practised what it preaches – thinking on its feet to...

Ecotricity sells off its electric car charging network

Stroud-based Ecotricity has unplugged itself from its Electric Highway, confirming the sale of what it calls ‘the world's first...

Lucozade pours £6 million investment into its Gloucestershire factory

Just over a year after it revealed it was spending £13 million on its Forest of Dean factory, Suntory Beverage and Food GB&I has...

£20 million development plans unveiled to boost Forest of Dean economy

Details have been unveiled of an ambitious £20 million investment programme to bring jobs and new sports, education and community...

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...

SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards receives more than 400 nominations

Entries have now closed for the inaugural SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards – with more than 400 nominations from 192...

Losses at Ecclesiastical will not stop firm on a mission to give £100 million to charity

Despite a year which has left scars across its industry and itself facing financial losses, Gloucestershire firm Ecclesiastical...

Fast-growing tech firm opens Cheltenham base

Serial tech entrepreneurs behind fast-expanding cyber firm Pentest People announce a move into Cheltenham to help them further...

Gloucester Rugby will emerge ‘vastly improved’ from the pandemic

Lance Bradley’s leadership of Gloucester Rugby during the pandemic, the focus on local businesses and community, has produced a...

Who will lead the £400 million Golden Valley Development?

Final bids are in and decision-making is now underway on which firm will lead the Golden Valley Development – and what could be...

TMDS announces acquisition of Finnick Solutions in Cheltenham

The established Cheltenham-based print solutions provider, Finnick, has been bought by print specialists Total Managed Document...

55,000 more homes and businesses in Gloucestershire to get full-fibre broadband

Dreams of faster broadband are about to become a reality for 55,000 homes and businesses across Gloucestershire after Openreach...

120 new jobs are being created in the Forest of Dean

A manufacturer from the Forest of Dean, whose buildings have been used at major sports stadiums from Old Trafford to Twickenham,...

After 45 years in business Keith Scarrott Shoes is closing its Cheltenham shop

After 45 years of trading from its boutique store on Cheltenham’s Promenade, Keith Scarrott Shoes is taking the bold step towards...

Family firm wins contract to build first phase of Gloucester’s new £85 million The Forum

Phase one of an £85 million project to transform the centre of Gloucester has been awarded to a family firm from the city, with...

New ‘Protect Your Pooch’ campaign aims to tackle dog theft in Gloucestershire

Thousands of families are left heartbroken each year due to the theft of a pet; Gloucestershire’s new Police and Crime...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: May 2021

From a well-known face from a well-known firm of architects to public relations, a major drinks manufacturer to financial services...

Skatepark’s future in jeopardy following Damien Hirst’s land bid

Artist Damien Hirst has unwittingly painted Stroud’s Rush Skate Park into a corner, with the business’s unsuccessful search for a...

New dockside bar to open in Gloucester as Gloucester Brewery expands

A new dockside bar is set to open at Gloucester Docks, as Gloucester Brewery unveils major expansion plans expected to see its...

University symposium will address ‘critical’ cyber skills shortage facing Gloucestershire

Some of the biggest names from the cyber sector are joining a University of Gloucestershire event addressing a cyber skills...

Gloucestershire entrepreneur named in top 200 female-powered UK businesses list

An entrepreneur from Gloucestershire, whose company is enjoying growth of several hundred percent a year, has been named in a UK...

Cotswold builder of homes for animals predicts US exports will pass £4 million

A Cotswold-based builder of homes for some of our smallest and most treasured animals has seen US sales surge through lockdown by...

New restaurant with rooftop terrace planned for highest point in Gloucestershire

Exciting multi-million pound redevelopment plans, which include a new restaurant and rooftop terrace have been revealed at Cleeve...

Cheltenham law firm merger will not affect 180 staff

Law firm Harrison Clark Rickerbys has said its pending merger with Hewitsons’ to create a £65 million turnover 780-staff-strong...

Gloucester’s biggest employer is set to move

One of Gloucester’s biggest employers, energy giant EDF, has revealed plans to downsize its operations in the county with a move...

Estate agent's continued expansion across Gloucestershire

Well-known award-winning estate agent Perry Bishop has announced further expansion of its business, as it continues to spread its...

Solve challenges and grow your business by joining a new Gloucestershire Peer Network

Hot on the heels of a successful year-long trial, the Peer Networks business support programme is returning to Gloucestershire for...

Motorsport specialist clocks record year - and almost races right past 25th anniversary

Steering a business through the pandemic requires all eyes on the road – but when Forge Motorsport boss Pete Miles did look up he...

Takeover of nearly 30 businesses sees Cheltenham firm’s turnover pass £116 million

Taking over 28 businesses in a year wracked by the pandemic might seem ambitious, but dental health specialist Portman Healthcare...

Independent Gloucester cinema announces reopening

A date has been set, and a very apt film named, for the anticipated reopening of Gloucester’s much-loved independent Sherborne...

A free toolkit to help Gloucestershire businesses on the road to recovery

With a return to work checklist, cyber essentials, risk assessment templates and more, as Gloucestershire emerges from lockdown,...

Work takes off to build 166 new homes at former Gloucestershire airfield

Thirty years after planning permission was first won to transform a former aerodrome in Gloucester where aviation history was...

Lives will be saved in India thanks to heroes from a Gloucestershire engineering firm

We know Covid-19 caused untold harm in the UK and now ravages India on an unimaginable scale – but in Gloucester a quiet army of...

Your county needs you! A job offer like no other from GFirst LEP

If you love Gloucestershire, have the leadership qualities required, the business prowess and drive, a video released by GFirst...

Nearly £5 billion invested with Gloucestershire firm in 2021… so far

If we needed evidence that the ice is melting around the economy, we need only look at St James’s Place, the Cotswold wealth...

Five Queen’s Awards go to Gloucestershire businesses in 2021

From a truffle-hunting business to a mechanical engineering firm, from an innovative community music-based charity to a purveyor...

Airline pilot training firm Skyborne invests further in Cheltenham

A serious investment in new Cheltenham accommodation for its trainee airline pilots has put the name Skyborne on the news radar...

Innovative Gloucestershire construction firm wins almost £40,000

A construction firm from Cheltenham can build stronger foundations for its future after HMRC awards it nearly £40,000 for...

Gloucester 10k is back for 2021 – in a new hybrid format for all runners

It’s back – the Gloucester 10k run, taking in many of the city’s finer points on a route through the Docks, Quays, canal path and...

Couple take on world’s toughest cycling race to support Gloucester’s Chamwell Centre

It is a cycling event few finish, but a couple from Gloucestershire will take on the Silk Road Mountain Race to raise vital funds...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: April 2021

SoGlos handpicks some of the biggest Gloucestershire business appointments this month, from an international fashion brand to high...

Does GFirst LEP filming point to a new chairman of the board?

Filming outside GFirst LEP’s headquarters has prompted speculation about whether the powerful business group has found a new...

Budweiser chased from Forest Green Rovers' ground by Brew Dog deal

Budweiser thought it was going to bask in the glow of Forest Green Rover’s hard-won environmental credentials when it parked a...

National Star receives a £67,000 donation from a Gloucestershire business

A generous donation of £67,000 worth of equipment from Cheltenham business, Astor Bannerman, will ‘make a huge difference’ to the...

Deadline looms for businesses to share in £1 million cash for growth

A share of £1 million set aside to help businesses in Gloucestershire grow is still available, but it is going fast and the...

Turnover set to triple as Holland Cooper prepares to open its Cheltenham store

Jade Holland Cooper speaks to SoGlos about how her fashion label is on course to near treble turnover and we find out more about...

SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2021 venue, date and partners revealed

The unique venue, date, as well as official event, food and drink partners of the first SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards...

Gloucestershire businesses can get funding to go green through Severn Wye Energy Agency

Up to £300,000 of funding for green improvements is available to Gloucestershire businesses through Severn Wye Energy Agency, but...

Hartpury College is number one at producing international rugby talent in England

More England under 20 international rugby players come from Gloucestershire-based Hartpury College than any other school or...

Ecotricity turnover exceeds £222 million thanks to ‘deep green’ business customers

More business customers plugging into its ‘deep green’ energy has helped Gloucestershire business Ecotricity increase turnover by...

The woman building a multi-million pound construction business in Gloucestershire

Unphased by becoming the first female managing director of a construction firm with a 100-year pedigree, Joanne Casey is quietly...

The first business to move into Cheltenham’s Quadrangle has been revealed

The Quadrangle has announced which business will be first to take up tenancy in the Cheltenham landmark, once the ambitious...

Weird Fish lands significant growth online through the pandemic

Gloucestershire clothing brand Weird Fish’s shops may have been closed through much of the pandemic, but it didn’t stop it netting...

‘D-Day’ for Stroud with Five Valley’s Shopping Centre reopening

It is difficult to sum up how important retail reopening is for Stroud’s Five Valleys shopping centre and its businesses, but...

Gloucestershire declared ‘strongest area for local business in the UK’

The UK arm of a fast-growing European fintech firm has crunched the numbers and declared Gloucestershire is the UK county most...

Sixty new jobs as multi-million pound leisure park reaches for 2022 opening

After finally getting the go ahead for his multi-million pound investment the boss of a new climbing-focused leisure centre...

Hydrogen-electric powered aircraft firm backed by Bill Gates moves to Gloucestershire

Backed by Bill Gates, millions of pounds of government money, and GFirst LEP, a firm developing the world’s first commercial...

One of the first independent accountancy firms specialising in cryptocurrency launches in Gloucestershire

A pioneering firm of accountants from Gloucestershire has launched a dedicated business specialising in cryptocurrency and...

Expanding accountancy and law firm takes over Stroud tax business

An ambitious accountancy and law firm has announced the takeover of a Gloucestershire tax specialist just days after opening a...

Forum Digital development in Gloucester gets the go ahead for phase two

The decision allows a new hotel, offices, business space and car parking to go ahead in the centre of Gloucester as part of the...

A new luxury boutique hotel is opening in Cirencester

A stylish 11-bedroom luxury boutique hotel is opening in Cirencester, creating jobs and promising to boost the town’s tourism...

Fitness app from Cheltenham personal trainer goes from strength to strength

With lockdown closing the face-to-face physical training side of his business, a Gloucestershire fitness instructor launched an...

Contractor to be named for £400 million Golden Valley Development

It promises to be the most transformational scheme of the modern era for Gloucestershire – and the business which will lead the...

Major investment will see Stroud Auction Rooms open new headquarters

An Aladdin’s cave of treasures looks set to appear near Stroud, as the town’s famous auction rooms prepares to not just re-open,...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: March 2021

An overwhelming number of female faces have moved or taken on new senior roles in Gloucestershire in March 2021 – spanning GFirst...

New £7.5 million Brockworth school project gets go-ahead

Work will be beginning on a new £7.5 million Gloucestershire school for children with social, emotional and mental health needs in...

Potential buyers may already have former Spitfire parts factory in Gloucestershire in their sites

A 10-acre-plus former factory site at Stonehouse could soon have a new future, as interest in the site gathers momentum.

Staff takeover of businesses is on the increase in Gloucestershire

Rather than selling to the highest bidder and walk off into the sunset, an increasing number of company owners in Gloucestershire...

Rare fleet of classic cars for sale as major Gloucestershire business leaves the county

As it gears up to leave Gloucestershire, what was once of the county’s biggest businesses and a famous supporter of Gloucester...

Key part of Gloucester’s King’s Quarter development given the go ahead

More than 40 new apartments, roof-top gardens, business premises and retail units can be built in the middle of Gloucester, making...

New £4 million digital skills centre set to be a ‘real asset’ for Cirencester

Businesses in the Cotswolds have welcomed news that work has started on a new £4.48 million digital skills centre at Cirencester...

Jockey Rachael Blackmore makes history at Cheltenham Festival

‘Huge for sport, huge for women’. History was made on the opening day of The Festival 2021 at Cheltenham Racecourse after the...

Major step forward for new £5 million-plus Cheltenham business centre

A land deal and a new Growth Hub service for Cheltenham have been announced, paving the way for a £5.2 million business centre to...

New owner of Gloucester’s former Debenhams store revealed

The former Debenhams department store in Gloucester has a new owner, adding to the multi-million pound investment already underway...

A £30 million 300-home development for Gloucester moves a step closer

A £30 million investment to create 300 new homes near the centre of Gloucester has moved closer to reality after a crucial...

An innovative new music venue is coming to Gloucester

Ambitious plans for a new music venue and recording studio for young people in Gloucester, by county charity The Music Works, are...

Here is how to get up to £40,000 to grow your business in Gloucestershire

As goody bags tempting you to business events go, Gloucestershire College’s promise it can help show you how you might access...

Bedfolk bedding business enjoys comfortable turnover growth of 500 per cent

Demand has done anything but gone to sleep for a bedding company started by a Gloucestershire husband and wife team, with sales...

Nominations open soon for SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2021

The sponsors are in place, the judging panel is poised, and the doors are about to open for nominations for the SoGlos...

Development is on track to bring 400 new jobs to Gloucester

Fifty new roles could be created by Gardiner Brothers & Co’s moving to a new Gloucester business park, but hundreds more new jobs...

Major county employer Spirax Sarco uses financial report to ‘thank staff’

Engineering giant Spirax Sarco recorded sales of £1,193.4 million in 2020, but chose the opening lines of its latest financial...

Speculation over buyer for Renishaw – as owner faces becoming a billionaire

Experts have already begun to suggest potential buyers for Gloucestershire engineering firm Renishaw, as its two owners could be...

Work begins on Gloucester Food Dock

Developers behind the long-awaited Gloucester Food Dock have confirmed work has begun to progress one of the city’s most exciting...

40 jobs at risk as Signet Armorlite focuses on closure of Gloucester base

Up to 40 staff at specialist lens-maker Signet Armorlite are about to enter consultation as plans are made to close its Gloucester...

Memsahib Gin and Tea Bar to launch a pay it forward Crowdfunder

A pay it forward-style Crowdfunder campaign, aiming to raise £10,000, is about to launch to help Cheltenham’s Memsahib Gin and Tea...

A £30 million development of 300 new homes could be built in Gloucester

A decision is imminent which could see £30 million invested in a brownfield site near Gloucester city centre, creating a ‘new...

‘This is not the death of the high street, far from it,’ says Perry Bishop's new head of commercial property

‘This is an unprecedented time for entrepreneurs and the brave dreamers’ who want to start businesses, according to...

New grants of £10,000 to £40,000 for Gloucestershire businesses

A pot of £1 million is now available to help small and medium-sized county businesses grow in an innovative scheme dubbed Scale Up...

Gloucestershire businesses share their Budget 2021 reaction

Possibly more than ever before it is what business thinks of the Budget which matters most, and when SoGlos asked Gloucestershire...

Willans: Legal perspectives on the Budget 2021

Legal experts from Willans LLP react to the Spring Budget 2021 and how it will affect businesses and individuals in...

An end of an era as Gloucestershire engineering legend Renishaw goes up for sale

Buyers are being sought for Gloucestershire engineering firm Renishaw, which employs 2,200 staff in the county.

Six figure investment launches Quolux onto the world stage

QuoLux, the already ground-breaking leadership development business from Gloucestershire, has revealed a move that places the...

Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: February 2021

From Juliet Davenport to Stephen Marston, notable business people have changed roles or taken on new senior positions in the...

Grant help for Cheltenham businesses is extended – but the clock is ticking

Good news for businesses in Cheltenham as the borough council announces more grant money to help them through the pandemic, but...

The UK’s first virtual High Street Guide is launching in the Cotswolds

Shoppers can now discover and connect with local businesses in ten Cotswold towns and villages through their digital devices,...

Gloucester's Heritage Bar owner dropped the price to help convert a sale of the rugby-mad bar

With Prime Minister Boris Johnson unrolling his road map to recovery, Gloucester Rugby's neighbour, sports bar The Heritage,...

EXCLUSIVE: The first look inside Ecclesiastical’s new multi-million pound headquarters

After an 18-month construction project, Ecclesiastical Insurance’s new UK headquarters has been officially completed – and here’s...

£8.2 billion flows into St James’s Place’s in an ‘extraordinary year’

Gloucestershire’s biggest business, St James’s Place Wealth Management, has reflected on an ‘extraordinary year’ for everyone –...

Skyborne continues to aim high with takeover of US rival Vero Beach

The takeover by Gloucestershire Airport-based Skyborne of US-based rival pilot training business Vero Beach comes onto the radar...

Hospitality could enjoy a ‘Roaring Twenties’ according to Cheltenham’s TURF

If reopening post lockdown goes to plan, Cheltenham hospitality trade body TURF predicts we could enjoy a new Roaring Twenties.

Cotswold tech firm helping construction sees growth of 500 per cent

Helping construction firms keep going through the pandemic has seen Gloucestershire-based GetOnSite grow by an astonishing 500 per...

Work begins on £3 million Institute of Technology at Gloucestershire College

Work has started at Gloucestershire College to create a £3 million Institute of Technology, with businesses claiming it will...

Meeting could unlock multi-million pound Brimscombe Port development

A multi-million pound vision to transform Stroud’s historic Brimscombe Port into a new residential and business centre could be...

Sunday Times International Fast Track award is not the end of ProCook's growth plans

According to Gloucester-based ProCook, a ranking on this year’s The Sunday Times International Fast Track 200, after an incredible...

Ruling on Uber drivers could cost other businesses dear too, warns Gloucestershire expert

A Supreme Court ruling which decided Uber’s drivers are also its staff will cost it dear, but it should also concern other...

Tim Hortons is coming to Gloucestershire

Canadian coffee and doughnut joint Tim Hortons hopes to open its first restaurant in Gloucestershire, with plans to occupy the...

Deals mean multi-million pound Llanthony Road scheme is go

Said to be key to unlocking an extra £1 million of annual revenue for Gloucester – £64 million in the next 60 years – the deals...

SoGlos is Gloucestershire's fastest growing LinkedIn business news channel

As it seeks to dominate business news in Gloucestershire, its first quarter figures for stories and videos on social media channel...

1,500 jobs could be created after Gloucestershire Airport development is cleared for take-off

Permission has been granted for a new business park development at Gloucestershire Airport which could create more than 1,500...

Architects offer tantalising glimpse of the future for Gloucester’s Debenhams building

Two potential redesigns of Gloucester’s Debenhams building have been presented by the architects involved in designing the city’s...

Neptune Rum has a shot at global market with 50 per cent sale

Gloucestershire-based spirit-maker Neptune Rum says the sale of 50 per cent of its business to Babco UK is a springboard to a...

Willans LLP appoints two new partners and three associates

Gloucestershire-based law firm Willans LLP has announced the appointment of two new partners as well as a series of senior...

ADEY sells for £210 million

From garden shed start-up to international business, Gloucestershire heating engineering success story ADEY sells for £210...

Help to shape the future of Gloucestershire’s £1 billion tourism sector

Businesses and residents are being called upon to help Visit Gloucestershire draw up its Together Gloucestershire strategy for a...

From a cowshed to an internet sensation – how a Cotswold bookseller is racing towards a £50m turnover

Once a fledgling online-only book business trading from a cowshed, Paperback Shop has seen demand surge through the pandemic...

Despite its Covid closure G-TEKT still made £145 million

Pandemic-related shutdown, Brexit speculation and the loss of a major client have not stopped Gloucestershire-based car parts...

New face mask has huge potential for Cheltenham-based Versarien

Gloucestershire engineering firm Versarien is tapping into a market worth billions of pounds with its new face mask.

Dorothy Perkins, Wallis and Burton stores in Gloucestershire are closing permanently

Boohoo is closing Dorothy Perkins, Wallis and Burton stores in Cheltenham, Cirencester, Gloucester and Lydney after buying the...

Good news for construction as site for £11 million primary school site north of Cheltenham is named

Construction firms in Gloucestershire will benefit after a site for a new £11 million school in Bishop’s Cleeve is finally named.

A new primary school sponsored by The Crypt School is being built in Gloucester

Sponsored by The Crypt School, the brand-new Wheatridge Primary School will provide an education for children in Gloucester’s...

Exciting roles on offer at Hartpury’s multi-million pound agri-tech centre

Four job vacancies are still available at Hartpury’s new £2 million-plus Agri-Tech Centre, but the deadline is fast-approaching.

Renishaw engineering a steady recovery - and a 600 per cent increase in profits!

Despite challenging trading conditions Gloucestershire engineering business Renishaw is finding growth in some sectors and a...

Topshop and Miss Selfridge stores in Cheltenham and Gloucester are closing permanently

Online fashion giant ASOS has bought Topshop, Topman, Miss Selfridge and HIIT for £295 million and is permanently closing all high...

Cheltenham law firm sees turnover increase by £5 million

A Cheltenham law firm ranked as the most active in the region in mergers and acquisitions – and has revealed an increase in...

Gloucester’s former Debenhams building could be ‘under offer’

The former Debenhams building in Gloucester could be ‘under offer’, SoGlos has been told, but does a Facebook post hint at who the...

Merger sees Tewkesbury firm grow by £33 million

A second deal in 12 months sees a fast-growing financial services firm from Gloucestershire grow by £33 million.

How Charles Darwin’s voyage to the Galapagos Islands inspired a Gloucester firm worth £500 million

When Charles Darwin visited the Pacific Ocean islands in 1835 little did he know his trip would inspire a Gloucestershire business...

Entrepreneurs promise an exciting future for Cleeve Hill Golf Club

Gloucestershire businessmen have revealed big plans for investment after saving Cleeve Hill Golf Course, one of the top 100 golf...

Merger of independent Gloucestershire HR firms promises growth

Two independent Cheltenham HR firms dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses have joined forces.

‘Full steam ahead’ for The Forum in Gloucester after £107 million budget approved

It is all systems go for the £107 million scheme to transform the King’s Quarter in Gloucester into The Forum after the city...

Cheltenham-based SLG Brands launches its new eco-friendly haircare range

SLG Brands new eco-friendly haircare range, Rhyme & Reason, went on sale in the UK and US this week – with the products now...

£4 billion flows through doors of Gloucestershire’s biggest business in three months

Acknowledging the impact of the pandemic on its business, Cotswold-based wealth management firm St James’s Place also revealed a...

EXCLUSIVE: First look inside StillMoving Media's new £1.2 million studio

New images reveal the stylish interior of a purpose-built Cheltenham film-set and studio for Gloucestershire photographic and film...

Developer named as key partner for Gloucestershire’s £400 million cyber central project

St Modwen has been named as a development partner for the £400 million Golden Valley cyber park development, next to...

Work begins on a £31 million project to install superfast broadband across Gloucester

Businesses and households in Gloucester will soon have access to faster broadband as work begins on a £31 million investment in...

Family firm started by one man with a digger sees turnover grow by 50 per cent to £80 million

One of Gloucestershire’s biggest family businesses, Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd, has reported a growth in turnover of more than 50 per...

All category sponsors revealed for the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards

All SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards categories have now been sponsored, less than two months after the inaugural event was...

£107 million for Gloucester King’s Quarter regeneration expected to be signed off today

The budget for The Forum digital quarter project set to transform King’s Quarter is expected to be signed off by Gloucester City...

Debenhams in Gloucester confirmed to close after Boohoo buyout

Gloucester’s Debenhams store will be one of 130 to close permanently this year, after online fashion giant Boohoo Group buys the...

Supporters rush to help Stroud Brewery Crowdfunder

Stroud Brewery’s bid to reach a business-saving £100,000 Crowdfunder target and survive the current lockdown is bubbling away...

Cheltenham Festivals came close to being ‘sunk’ by the pandemic

Figures showing hundreds of thousands of visitors to 2020’s Cheltenham Literature Festival hide just how close the town could have...

SLG Brands is creating 20 new jobs at its tanning mitt factory in Cheltenham

SLG brands is bringing production of its tanning mitts back in-house, creating 20 new Gloucestershire jobs at its V3 Mitt...

Versarien reveals 28 per cent drop in revenue due to Covid, but continues to win business

While interim results for Cheltenham-based engineering firm Versarien show a loss of £1.13 million, it remains confident about the...

Gloucestershire pays tribute to Cheltenham BID director Kevan Blackadder

Tributes have poured in from civic and business leaders across Gloucestershire for Cheltenham BID director, Kevan Blackadder, who...

First look: the King's School Gloucester Sixth Form Centre

Following its £2 million refurbishment, SoGlos took a tour of the impressive new Sixth Form Centre at the King’s School...

Cyber security degree at Gloucestershire College is accredited with Tech Industry Gold

Gloucestershire College has announced that its flagship degree apprenticeship in cyber security has been recognised with Tech...

Stroud Brewery is seeking £100,000 in support to see out the pandemic

Gloucestershire’s much loved Stroud Brewery has launched a campaign to raise £100,000 to help the business make it through the...

ProCook seeks investment partner to support future growth

Off the back of its most successful peak trading period to date ProCook is eyeing up opportunities for expansion both in Europe...

Cheltenham Racecourse lands five-year sponsorship deal with Gloucestershire’s biggest business

Lockdown may have given it an almighty hurdle to surmount, but Cheltenham Racecourse is galloping into the future after landing a...

Visit Gloucestershire receives £100,000 of council funding

Gloucestershire County Council has invested £100,000 in Visit Gloucestershire to help the county’s visitor economy ‘bounce back...

A multi-million pound investment is creating 60 jobs at a specialist dementia centre

The Hollies specialist dementia centre in Dursely in Gloucestershire is creating 60 jobs after a £4 million-plus investment.

Renishaw announces more than 180 new jobs and placements

Gloucestershire engineering giant Renishaw has unveiled scores of new graduate traineeships, apprenticeships and placements are up...

Creed Foodservice is helping Marcus Rashford’s FareShare campaign feed children

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford’s high profile campaign to feed the nation’s school children has a star player in the shape...

Gloucestershire construction skills centre will build ‘rewarding long term careers’

The new AccXel construction skills training centre in the Forest of Dean ‘has the capacity to open doors to very rewarding...

New managing director takes the controls at Gloucestershire Airport

Karen Taylor has been appointed as the new managing director at Gloucestershire Airport, with a view to developing a long-term...

Engineering firm eyes growth with move to new Gloucestershire headquarters

From garden shed to international success story – the ambition of ADEY knows no bounds, with the firm now announcing its move to...

14 Gloucestershire charities are receiving a £1000 donation from Ecclesiastical Insurance

Ecclesiastical Insurance is giving 14 local charities a share of £120,000 as part of its 12 Days of Giving campaign.

Gloucestershire will deliver cyber jobs for all thanks to the Golden Valley Development

Cheltenham is ‘booming’ and the Golden Valley Development will open the doors to job opportunities for all ‘regardless of...

SoGlos launches new 10 questions challenge with Gloucestershire business leaders

Gloucestershire’s business leaders will be facing a fast-paced new interview challenge in 2021, with the launch of SoGlos 10...

One of Gloucestershire’s best-known breweries is up for sale

The family behind the successful Hillside Brewery has announced it is putting the successful Forest of Dean business on the...

Gloucestershire golf business doubles in size and creates jobs

Gloucestershire-headquartered golf trolley manufacturer, Stewart Golf, has released details of ‘a stunning 2020 during which the...

Major property firm reveals £20 million-plus profit despite the pandemic

One of the biggest property investors and land management firms in Gloucestershire has revealed a £20.5 million profit after tax,...

Ecotricity is bringing geothermal power to the UK

Set to power homes in Gloucestershire and beyond, a partnership between Stroud-based green energy company, Ecotricity, and...

Cheltenham office wins Best Office Interior at the International Property Awards

With a skateboard freeway, designer hammocks, pinball machine and its own diner, it’s little wonder Cheltenham-based SLG Brands...

Councils deliver share of £4.6 billion lockdown grants to Gloucestershire businesses

With Gloucestershire businesses now enduring another lockdown, local authorities are poised and ready to deliver the county’s...

Gloucester City Council announces plans for Westgate Street redevelopment

After receiving a £1.9 million Heritage Action Zone grant in 2020, Gloucester City Council plans to use it to boost Westgate...

The Forum digital quarter in Gloucester’s King’s Square reaches key milestones

Two major milestones have been passed for the multi-million pound scheme, The Forum, expected to transform Gloucester’s city...

University of Gloucestershire launches four new apprenticeships

The University of Gloucestershire is launching four new apprenticeships including digital technology solutions and data science.

Property firm expands into Gloucestershire with new Cirencester office

Chartered surveyors, SPG Property, celebrates its move to the Cotswolds – after winning several contracts to manage properties in...

£15m investment planned for substantial improvements at Gloucestershire Airport

Major runway improvements are planned for Gloucestershire Airport thanks to an investment of around £15m from Cheltenham Borough...

Gloucestershire College trainees secure local work placements for 2021

Gloucestershire College has graduated the first cohort of its traineeship programme, with its learners, aged 16 to 24, moving on...

VisitBritain predicts overseas tourism to the UK will recover in 2021

The UK tourism industry will show signs of gradual recovery in 2021, according to VisitBritain’s inbound tourism forecast.

Gloucestershire’s leading business editor joins SoGlos

Seasoned Gloucestershire business journalist, Andrew Merrell, is to join SoGlos as Business Editor – with Gloucestershire’s...

Gloucester to benefit from UK’s fastest broadband services

CityFibre has announced a £31m investment in Gloucester’s digital infrastructure, with almost every home and business in the city...

New Tesco store planned for Cheltenham adjacent to John Lewis

A new Tesco store will take up residence of a 4,100 sq ft unit on Cheltenham’s high street, neighbouring John Lewis Cheltenham.

East Glos Club reveals the south west’s first padel courts

Cheltenham’s East Glos Club will open the first padel courts in the south west in 2021, following a £250,000 investment.

Half of SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards sponsorship opportunities secured within two weeks

An impressive roster of high calibre business and organisations are supporting the new the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards.

H.R. Owen Specialist Cars embraces digital in supercar sales post-Covid

Personalised video tours, WhatsApp assistance and visiting the showroom as the last part of the sales process – find out how H.R....

Work starts on 180-acre site including Designer Outlet Cotswolds

Set to open in 2022, work has just begun on the 180-acre development site in Tewkesbury, which is to feature premium fashion and...

Neptune Rum enjoys pre-Christmas sales surge with new owners at the helm

Cheltenham-based Neptune Rum has enjoyed an exceptional end to 2020 – by selling on Amazon, updating its own online shop,...

Gloucester firm ProCook breaks daily sales figure record

Gloucester-headquartered cookware and kitchenware company, ProCook, smashed its daily sales figure record on Black Friday –...

Top 100 UK law firm launches new Pup-Nup service

As dog ownership soars in 2020, Gloucestershire law firm Harrison Clark Rickerbys has launched a new canine version of the...

Sue Ryder launches urgent winter fundraising appeal in Gloucestershire

As part of its second urgent fundraising appeal of 2020, Sue Ryder is asking the people of Gloucestershire to support the county’s...

Gloucester Rugby kick off new season with Karcher sponsorship

Gloucester Rugby has attracted the support of new commercial sponsor, Kärcher, at a time when the sport faces the most challenging...

New Gloucestershire jobs, skills and business support portal launches

Gloucestershire’s brand-new Skills Portal has been launched to help anyone looking for a new job, hoping to upskill or launch...

Gloucester eel exporter faces closure due to Brexit trade challenges

A Gloucester company which has been catching and distributing elver eels from the River Severn since the 1970s faces closure, if...

Introducing the all-new SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards

The new SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards will recognise and celebrate innovative start-ups through to the top 100 businesses...

GFirst LEP and The Growth Hub unveiled as headline sponsors of the new SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards

Launched to celebrate homegrown businesses, the new SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards have got off to a flying start, with...

Zwings is offering free e-scooter rental to key workers in Cheltenham and Gloucestershire

Cheltenham and Gloucester’s NHS and emergency services staff can get free e-scooter rental from Zwings, during England’s second...

Funding is agreed for Minster Innovation Exchange in Cheltenham

Cheltenham Borough Council’s cabinet has agreed to accept funding for the flagship Minster Innovation Exchange project, which...

A417 Missing Link public consultation

The public consultation on the A417 Missing Link proposal is now closed, with Highways England considering feedback before...

Public consultation opens for proposed M5 Junction 10 improvements

Gloucestershire locals and commuters can have their say on the proposed upgrades to Junction 10 on the M5 in Cheltenham, with the...

Gloucestershire College calls on businesses to Back Local Talent

With young people particularly affected by Covid-19’s impact on the UK jobs market, Gloucestershire College is inspiring local...

New housing development named after Gloucestershire birds of prey

A new housing development in the Forest of Dean has been named Merlin Gate, after falcons at the nearby International Centre for...

Tom Kerridge’s new TV show features Stroud pub

The Prince Albert in Stroud is one of three struggling pubs featured on Tom Kerridge’s new television show, Saving Britain’s Pubs...

Five more Gloucestershire organisations receive Culture Recovery Funding

Five Gloucestershire organisations have been awarded grants from the government’s Culture Recovery Fund.

Community Connexions is looking for volunteer drivers in Gloucestershire

Community Connexions is campaigning for more volunteer drivers to join its cause, providing accessible transport for older,...

Gloucestershire businesses called on to help children learn to read

The Read With Me project is asking Gloucestershire businesses for an hour of their employees’ time each week, to help local...

Uncover the Cotswolds project receives Discover England recovery funding

VisitEngland has awarded Cotswold Tourism project, Uncover the Cotswolds, a share of the government’s £40 million Discover England...

Cirencester adrenaline activity company is building England’s longest zip line

Gloucestershire can add zip lines to its list of sought after exports, as a Cirencester-based company has been commissioned to...

Ecclesiastical gives £500,000 to charities as part of its Movement for Good Awards

Gloucester-based insurance company Ecclesiastical is giving 10 charities a share of £500,000 in its Movement for Good Awards

Gloucestershire heritage attractions receiving grants from the Culture Recovery Fund

Nine of Gloucestershire’s heritage organisations are receiving a grant from the government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund.

Newland Homes plans to build new homes in Stroud

Gloucester-based Newland Homes is planning to build a new residential development on the site of Daniels Industrial Estate in...

Sherborne Cinema receives British Film Institute grant

Gloucester’s Sherborne Cinema is one of the first venues in the UK to receive a grant from the BFI as part of the Culture Recovery...

Cotswold event industry businesses collaborate to show Covid-safe ways of celebrating

Raising awareness of local event specialists during the Coronavirus pandemic, Oasis Events and a variety of Cotswold-based...

Applications for Gloucestershire SME recovery grants paused 65-minutes after launching

Gloucestershire SMEs hoping for a share of the Covid-19 recovery grants were quick off the mark, with 200 applying to the Growth...

A #lightinred demonstration is taking place in Cheltenham

Business owners, staff and freelancers in the live events industry are being called to join a peaceful demonstration in...

GE Aviation achieves Airbus performance award

GE Aviation has achieved an Airbus Best Performer accolade for supply chain and quality improvement – with its datalink control...

Gloucestershire College is awarded by GCHQ for excellence in cyber security education

Gloucestershire College is one of the first education providers in the county to be awarded prestigious CyberFirst Schools status...

New digital campus The Forum launches in Gloucester

The Forum, an innovative new digital campus project has been launched, as part of the £85 million King's Square regeneration.

Gloucester Rugby launches in-seat delivery service with Freemans Event Partners

Gloucester Rugby’s first social distanced match at Kingsholm Stadium gave fans the chance to order food and drinks on an app for...

SoGlos launches new Gloucestershire business section

The new home of Gloucestershire business news, SoGlos has launched a brand new business section showcasing stories from the...

Gloucester train station is receiving an extra £1.7 million funding

GFirst LEP has secured an additional £1.7 million of government funding to give Gloucester train station a fresh new look, as well...

Weston Aviation launches new cargo service at Gloucestershire Airport

Gloucestershire Airport is now ‘cargo ready’, thanks to a new service launched by Weston Aviation.

Renishaw provides free STEM workshops to Gloucestershire children

Gloucestershire-based Renishaw hopes to inspire children in Key Stage 2 and 3 to choose a career in engineering.

Clockwise launches Cheltenham’s ‘coolest’ office space

A sure contender for Cheltenham’s coolest offices spaces, Clockwise has launched at Festival House – and they’re dog-friendly,...

Applications for Gloucestershire SME recovery grants open in September 2020

Gloucestershire SMEs can apply for a share of the Covid-19 recovery grants, distributed through The Growth Hub, when applications...

Plans for new Police Operations Centre near Cheltenham have been revealed

The new Police Operations Centre in Cheltenham could undergo a £12 million redevelopment to improve the service Gloucestershire...

Small businesses in Gloucestershire can now access the government Kickstart Employment Programme

Funding to create jobs for local 16 to 24-year-olds is available to small businesses through Business West, the Chamber of...

Tewskesbury High Street receives £1.48 million for regeneration work

Historic England is providing £1.48 million of funding to restore and improve Tewkesbury’s historic High Street.

Gloucester City Council secures £1.9 million to regenerate Westgate Street

A £1.9 million investment from Historic England is set to make Westgate Street the jewel in the city’s crown.

Gloucestershire College launches a new Cyber Degree Apprenticeship

Gloucestershire College has launched a new course that will provide university level education and practical work experience in...

Hazlewoods has been shortlisted for The Digital Accountancy Awards

Gloucestershire accountancy firm Hazlewoods is hoping to bring home the Thought Leadership Initiative of the Year award, this...

Gloucestershire Airport secures new funding for major development

Gloucestershire Airport has secured Growth Capital Funding, which could lead to the development of a new business park, supported...

Bamboo Technology moves headquarters to Gloucestershire College

Bamboo Technology has moved into new offices at Gloucestershire College’s Cheltenham campus – bolstering the town’s ‘growing...

Cheltenham’s first rooftop restaurant reaches construction milestone

As work on the Quadrangle building continues, construction firm Beard is celebrating the topping out of Cheltenham’s first rooftop...

Mira Showers is extending its partnership with Cheltenham Town FC

Mira Showers will continue to sponsor Cheltenham Town FC, extending the partnership between the two local organisations by two...

Stagecoach West is making buses in Cheltenham more accessible for visually impaired people

New audio-visual announcements have been introduced on Stagecoach West buses on routes into Cheltenham town centre.

GFirst LEP is launching Think Gloucestershire campaign

‘Think Gloucestershire’ is a new promotional campaign designed by GFirst LEP, encouraging local people to shop, spend and take a...

Stowe Family Law is celebrating first-year anniversary in Cheltenham

It has been one year since Stowe Family Law opened its Cheltenham office, successfully taking on family and divorce cases across...

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...

Willans raises nearly £20,000 for Maggie’s Cheltenham

Gloucestershire law firm Willans LLP has raised nearly £20,000 for its charity of the year, Maggie’s Cheltenham.

Gloucestershire Business news

Filter news by