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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...
£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...
New Wallace and Gromit-themed dog walking trail opens in the Forest of Dean
Keeping autumn walkies interesting for dogs — and their owners — Forestry England has launched a brand-new, interactive dog...
The Warehouse Climbing Centre closes Gloucester site — and moves to new £7m bouldering gym
The sky's the limit for The Warehouse Climbing Centre, as it expands into a brand-new, £7m bouldering gym with five times the...
Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum unveils Christmas gift guide for nature lovers
Looking for a gift to surprise a nature lover this Christmas? Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum has you covered with a range of...
New cycle trail makes mountain biking more accessible in the Forest of Dean
Give off-road riding a go at the Forest of Dean's newest cycle trail, designed with first-time mountain bikers and cyclists using...
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...
Forest of Dean attraction named the UK's most scenic running route
One of the Forest of Dean's most popular tourist attractions has been named as the most scenic place to go for a run in the UK —...
Gloucestershire crowned one of the best places in the UK for an autumnal walk
The crunch of leaves underfoot, crisp wind through your hair and sunrays peeking through the branches of ancient trees — there are...
Bishop's Cleeve shock football fans with historic win at FA Cup match
It was a celebratory weekend for Bishop's Cleeve football club as they stunned spectators at their FA Cup home game against...
Lifesaving charity is urging Gloucestershire locals to take on 'epic' obstacle course fundraiser
One of Gloucestershire's lifesaving critical care services, Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, is encouraging people to take on 'the...
Walk under the stars for Sue Ryder
Sue Ryder is encouraging Gloucestershire residents to trek through the evening, taking part in its annual 10k Starlight Hike to...
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.
Cheltenham tennis star makes history at US Open
Fresh from playing Olympic doubles with partner Andy Murray, a tennis player based in Cheltenham has made history at the US Open...
Two new children's playgrounds open at Westonbirt Arboretum
Westonbirt Arboretum has unveiled two new children's play areas ahead of its spectacular autumn season, featuring balancing poles,...
Westonbirt Arboretum launches brand-new Christmas light trail for 2024
Forestry England is teaming up with the masterminds behind Christmas at Kew and Christmas at Blenheim to bring a sensational new...
Slimbridge Wetland Centre shares progress update on its brand-new shoreline habitat
Slimbridge Wetland Centre near Stroud has revealed an update on how its extensive new Estuary Shoreline habitat is coming along —...
Cheltenham sports club introduces innovative ball recycling scheme to improve sustainability
Cheltenham's prestigious East Glos Club is launching a new ball recycling scheme to reduce the number of tennis balls that end up...
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,...
Cotswold campsite named one of UK's best for 'almost' wild camping
Set on an idyllic Cotswold farm and boasting stunning views of the surrounding countryside, a back-to-basics campsite in...
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...
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...
