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Brand-new dog festival debuts in Cirencester this summer
Sure to have tails wagging, dog owners and their four-legged friends can look forward to a paw-some summer showcase when The Big...
Stroud volunteers smash record to plant 19,000 trees in one season
Volunteers with a community project in Stroud enjoyed their most successful season of tree planting to help the district do its...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity to present 'transformational' show garden at BBC Gardeners’ World Live
The vital work of one of Gloucestershire's life-saving emergency medicine services, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, will be...
Estuary Shoreline landscape opens at Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Creating a new, immersive wetland habitat at the heart of its site, Slimbridge Wetland Centre's Estuary Shoreline opens this May...
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...
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...
Forest of Dean visitor site is now more inclusive thanks to new accessibility improvements
Making its most popular Forest of Dean visitor destination as 'inclusive as possible for anyone to visit', Forestry England...
Multi-million-pound restoration of historic Gloucestershire canal network to feature on BBC Countryfile
Work to restore historic canals in Gloucestershire for the benefit of the community and wildlife will be celebrated in a special...
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...
Cheltenham's lido reopens with a new name and a fresh new look for summer 2025
Following a major project to enhance its facilities and improve its car park, Cheltenham's popular lido is reopening for the 2025...
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.
Nailsworth landscaper wins design competition for display at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025
A gardening education stand, designed in Stroud, will show wannabe garden designers how gardens can inspire and unite people...
RHS Malvern Spring Festival reveals exciting line-up of new attractions for 2025
Four brand new features have been announced for this year’s RHS Malvern Spring Festival this May 2025, as part of a celebration of...
Cotswold Lavender announces summer opening dates
The prettiest of purple flower fields, Cotswold Lavender near Broadway has announced the date when it will open again this summer...
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...
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 —...
Snowdrop season is coming to Batsford Arboretum
Brave the cold for a winter walk amongst the snowdrops as Batsford Arboretum bursts into bloom — with thousands of the pretty...
Gloucestershire town crosses the finish line as one of the most fitness-friendly in the UK
A top tip off for new year fitness obsessives, this Gloucestershire town makes the list of the best towns and cities for fitness...
Plan for natural outdoor swimming pool in Gloucestershire is revealed
A project to create a natural outdoor swimming pool in the Stroud countryside — complete with a geothermal section that would be...
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...
USA Olympic rugby star signs with Bristol women's team
Joining the Bristol Bears for the 2025 season, American rugby superstar Ilona Maher signs for a three-month deal set to commence...
Long-awaited new skate park opens in Bishop's Cleeve
After years in the planning, Bishop's Cleeve's new skate park and pump track has finally opened, this November 2024.
Gloucester Quays ice rink opens for Christmas 2024
Christmas is fully underway in Gloucester — the lights are on and the ice rink at Gloucester Quays is officially open for seasonal...
Cotswold metalsmith launches bespoke hand-forged gifts for outdoor living
Hand forged by a master metalsmith in the Cotswolds, this elegant bespoke range by the award-winning Kyeburn offers special gifts...
What's on at Painswick Rococo Garden this winter
It describes itself as a garden for all seasons — and winter is no exception for Painswick Rococo Garden. With twinkling light...
Take the plunge for charity at Sue Ryder's cold water challenge
The Sue Ryder Big Dip returns to Sandford Parks Lido this December 2024, challenging local swimmers to plunge into cold water and...
Stroud's Heavens Valley to be brought into community ownership — but fundraising to repay lenders starts now
Enough money has been secured to prevent Stroud's Heavens Valley from being sold to developers by purchasing it for the community...
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...
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...
