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Hot air balloon race to launch from Gloucestershire Airport

A rare spectacle is taking place in the county in 2023, when a fleet of hot air balloons launch from Gloucestershire Airport to...

Why fostering siblings in Gloucestershire is so rewarding

There's an urgent need for foster homes in Gloucestershire where brothers and sisters can stay together - with Gloucestershire...

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...

New family activity trail to open in the Forest of Dean

There's a brand-new Julia Donaldson activity trail for families to experience at Beechenhurst in the Forest of Dean this year –...

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...

Gloucester archaeological dig nominated for a national award

A number of key discoveries from an archaeological dig during the redevelopment of The King's School Gloucester's Sixth Form...

Here's how you can travel for just £2 on Stagecoach West buses in Gloucestershire

Stagecoach West has capped single bus fares at a maximum of £2 until March 2023.

Have you considered fostering a child in Gloucestershire?

From tailored training programmes to a competitive allowance, Nexus Fostering offers unrivalled support for foster carers across...

Categories and sponsors revealed for SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2023

Returning for its sixth year, the categories and sponsors for the hotly-anticipated SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards have...

Cheltenham's observation wheel is returning in 2023

Offering panoramic views across Regency Cheltenham, the town's observation wheel is back at Imperial Gardens this February 2023.

Giffords Circus announces its 'most lavish show yet'

Gloucestershire's much-loved Giffords Circus has announced the name of its new 2023 show, taking inspiration from mid-19th century...

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...

Gloucestershire families share why opening their homes to inlingua students is so rewarding

Families in Cheltenham who open their homes to an inlingua student can get so much more from the experience than just extra...

GCHQ is inviting people to solve its Christmas Challenge

Returning for its second year, Gloucestershire residents are invited to try and solve a mind-bending festive puzzle from...

New plant-based Christmas menu launched at Gloucester café

Dubbed Gloucestershire’s ‘most Instagrammable festive dishes’ – a new Christmas menu featuring reindeer smoothie bowls, sharing...

Gloucestershire families share the benefits of Lilian Faithfull Care's day, respite and residential care

From temporary respite care to help recover from illness to full-time specialist dementia care, Lilian Faithfull Care prides...

The Roses Theatre launches crowdfunding appeal to improve accessibility

The popular Tewkesbury venue aims to raise £40,000 in its new Buck Up Backstage crowdfunding appeal, to improve accessibility and...

Meet festive donkeys in Gloucestershire this Christmas

Santa's festive donkeys will be trotting around Trioscape this Christmas - and you can meet them for free!

Coca-Cola Christmas truck is coming to a venue near Gloucestershire

Holidays are coming! Coca-Cola has announced that its iconic Christmas truck tour will make a return this December 2022 – and it’s...

Everyman Theatre launches golden ticket initiative to raise money for two Gloucestershire charities

Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre has created a rare 'golden ticket' opportunity, offering a hand-picked selection of seats for this...

The King's School Gloucester rated excellent in all areas in latest inspection

Gloucester's cathedral school has received the highest possible result in its latest ISI inspection, being rated excellent in all...

Charity shop launches largest children’s section in Gloucestershire just in time for Christmas

The opening of a new children's section in Gloucester's YMCA aims to help with the cost-of-living crisis with affordable ways to...

RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2023 to champion accessible gardening

New zones, theatres, immersive experiences and interactive demonstrations will be unveiled at the popular gardening extravaganza...

First look: Dick Whittington and His Cat Tweedy at the Everyman Theatre

Described as 'purr-fect', the very first photos of this year's pantomime at the Everyman Theatre have been released - giving...

Here's how children who get free school meals can enjoy free Christmas activities in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire families who are eligible for free school meals can now register for the winter Holiday Activities and Food...

Cheltenham Town Football Club is opening a warm hub this winter

Locals who are struggling with the cost of living crisis or with loneliness are invited to Cheltenham Town Football Club's new...

Bargain £2 buses bring Christmas cheer to Cheltenham and Gloucester

Groups of up to four people will be able to travel between Cheltenham and Gloucester on Saturdays in December 2022 for just £2 in...

Cheltenham College named Independent Boarding School of the Year 2022-2023

Providing pupils with a home from home and a jam-packed social life, the winner of the Independent Boarding School of the Year...

Santa is coming to Cotswold Airport for the first time

Described as the world's first grotto production onboard a jumbo jet, Father Christmas and his elf cabin crew will be coming to...

Six year old from Gloucester wins national baking contest

Alfie Abbott's creative designs will be turned into a national recipe that will be sold across the UK next year.