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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...

It's nearly time to register for Gloucestershire's grammar school entry test

Parents and carers who want their children to be considered for entry to one of Gloucestershire's seven grammar schools next year...

Kids go free at Westonbirt Arboretum with family memberships that make nature more accessible for all

In an increasingly digital world, spending time in nature is hugely beneficial to the wellbeing of children and families. The...

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...

Cheltenham observation wheel returns this spring

Offering panoramic views across Regency Cheltenham, the town's observation wheel is back at Imperial Gardens this April and May...

Celebrate Gloucester-Hartpury's rugby triumph during free event at Gloucester Food Dock

The Gloucester-Hartpury women's rugby team is celebrating its historic third Premiership Women's Rugby win with a free public...

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...

Gloucester Quays reveals plans to turn its upper deck into a climbing 'theme park'

Plans have been submitted to turn Gloucester Quays' empty upper deck into a family-friendly activity centre, where 'theme park...

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...

Legendary west country band headlining brand-new cider festival this summer in Gloucestershire

Prepare for a spring bank holiday weekend packed with cider, sausages and live music as tickets go on sale for the first ever...

World-famous Red Arrows confirmed for The Royal International Air Tattoo 2025

One of the world's premier aerobatic display teams, the iconic Red Arrows, will leave Gloucestershire crowds awestruck once again...

Two Gloucestershire schools named among the happiest in the UK

The Sunday Times reveals the happiest secondary schools in the country, ranked by Ofsted, with two schools in Gloucestershire...

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...

Gloucestershire's favourite clown Tweedy returns for Everyman's must-see pantomime in 2025

The Everyman Theatre announces news that everyone's favourite clown, Tweedy, is set to return to the stage to star in its 2025...

Kids (of all sizes) can have breakfast with a huge bunny at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie this Easter

A super-size special visitor is set to make Easter celebrations extra egg-citing at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie in Cheltenham...

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...

How a boiler upgrade could save Gloucestershire households £490 a year

SoGlos explores the savings Gloucestershire homeowners could make by upgrading to a modern A-rated boiler, wherever you live.

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.

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...

Easter study programmes now available at Westonbirt School

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

Cotswold pet expert shares top tips for transitioning your cat to raw food diet

Considering switching your cat to raw food diet? Local pet food expert, Cotswold RAW, is on hand to help cat owners make the...

Discover the urban electric runaround that's stacked with cutting-edge tech

Pairing heaps of innovative tech with stylish, vintage-modern design, SoGlos's EV of the month for February 2025, the Honda e...

Here's how you can get a free pup paw-trait in Cheltenham on Valentine's Day

Cheltenham's dog-friendly shopping centre, Regent Arcade, is inviting pup parents to join them for 'Fur-ever Yours' – an exclusive...

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...

Hartpury College retains 'Outstanding' rating in latest Ofsted inspection of its student accommodation

Gloucester's Hartpury College reveals the results of its latest Ofsted inspection undertaken throughout its student residential...

The King's School Gloucester announces dates for its next Chorister Voice Trials

Aspiring singers aged six to eight are invited to The King's School Gloucester's Chorister Voice Trials this March 2025, giving...

Brand-new family activity trail launches at Beechenhurst in the Forest of Dean

Bringing another one of Julia Donaldson's storybook characters to the Forest of Dean, Forestry England unveils its latest family...

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...

How a Gloucester grammar school encourages personal development — and helps pupils find something they love doing

In addition to striving for academic excellence, The Crypt School in Gloucester encourages all of its students — from Year 7 to...

Longborough Festival Opera launches unique workshop for children in the Cotswolds

Longborough Festival Opera's highly successful programme, Playground Opera, is returning in 2025 with a brand-new show to...