'It’s exciting because you don’t know what you’re going to get' – two of world snooker's finest on Cheltenham's British Open

'It’s exciting because you don’t know what you’re going to get' – two of world snooker's finest on Cheltenham's British Open

With the World Snooker Tour's unique 'FA Cup-style' knockout, the Unibet British Open, returning to Cheltenham this August 2026, SoGlos hears from two of the world's best players – and previous title winners – on their form during the current season, along with what makes the Gloucestershire tournament so exciting.

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Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

'It’s a celebration, in memory of people who have died, but full of joy' – walk under the stars for Sue Ryder this autumn

'It’s a celebration, in memory of people who have died, but full of joy' – walk under the stars for Sue Ryder this autumn

Rare aerial footage of GCHQ features in hit Channel 4 thriller starring Simon Pegg

Rare aerial footage of GCHQ features in hit Channel 4 thriller starring Simon Pegg

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One of the Cotswolds' wackiest traditions is getting a new BFI-funded documentary

One of the Cotswolds' wackiest traditions is getting a new BFI-funded documentary

Gloucestershire private hospital launches multi-million-pound robotic joint replacement surgery

Gloucestershire private hospital launches multi-million-pound robotic joint replacement surgery

Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

Full lineup revealed for Cirencester History Festival 2026 – with one week to go until tickets go on sale

'It’s a celebration, in memory of people who have died, but full of joy' – walk under the stars for Sue Ryder this autumn

'It’s a celebration, in memory of people who have died, but full of joy' – walk under the stars for Sue Ryder this autumn

Rare aerial footage of GCHQ features in hit Channel 4 thriller starring Simon Pegg

Rare aerial footage of GCHQ features in hit Channel 4 thriller starring Simon Pegg

Top 100 Gloucestershire business set to be acquired by Marco Capital

Top 100 Gloucestershire business set to be acquired by Marco Capital

Gloucester's craft beer and live music venue is closing

Gloucester's craft beer and live music venue is closing

Navigation through Gloucester Docks could be restricted due to River Severn drought

Navigation through Gloucester Docks could be restricted due to River Severn drought

Underground psytrance festival is coming to the Cotswolds this September

Underground psytrance festival is coming to the Cotswolds this September

Community bid to safeguard land next to King Charles III's Cotswolds estate rejected

Community bid to safeguard land next to King Charles III's Cotswolds estate rejected

Major revamp could be in store for Gloucester's former Argos and New Look buildings

Major revamp could be in store for Gloucester's former Argos and New Look buildings

Plans approved for new cancer care centre at Cheltenham General Hospital

Plans approved for new cancer care centre at Cheltenham General Hospital

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Win a dining experience for four at Muse Brasserie Cheltenham or Gloucester

Win a dining experience for four at Muse Brasserie Cheltenham or Gloucester

Ends Monday 31 August 2026

Enter for the chance to win dinner for four at independent French-Indian fusion restaurant Muse Brasserie, choosing between its...

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Cirencester's unique restaurant under canvas launches a la carte dining and a cosy new vibe for autumn

Cirencester's unique restaurant under canvas launches a la carte dining and a cosy new vibe for autumn

'It’s exciting because you don’t know what you’re going to get' – two of world snooker's finest on Cheltenham's British Open

'It’s exciting because you don’t know what you’re going to get' – two of world snooker's finest on Cheltenham's British Open

How The Growth Hub Gloucestershire is supporting neurodivergent businesspeople to thrive

How The Growth Hub Gloucestershire is supporting neurodivergent businesspeople to thrive

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'You can't put a price on time' – Nuffield Health patient shares his experience with bilateral robotic knee replacement

'You can't put a price on time' – Nuffield Health patient shares his experience with bilateral robotic knee replacement

'I enjoy how every day is different' – a Gloucestershire technician's journey from apprenticeship to travelling the world

'I enjoy how every day is different' – a Gloucestershire technician's journey from apprenticeship to travelling the world

From scavenging to food sensitivities – Gloucestershire vets answer the biggest questions about pet digestive health

From scavenging to food sensitivities – Gloucestershire vets answer the biggest questions about pet digestive health

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14 of the best spa hotels in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

14 of the best spa hotels in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

Spa seekers looking for a relaxing getaway with an overnight stay are spoilt for choice with SoGlos's list of the best spa hotels...

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Gnome for the Holiday family trail at Painswick Rococo Garden

Gnome for the Holiday family trail at Painswick Rococo Garden

Written on the Waterways at National Waterways Museum Gloucester

Written on the Waterways at National Waterways Museum Gloucester

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Summer holiday events and activities at Berkeley Castle

Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre

Yes, Prime Minister at Barn Theatre

Giffords Circus tour 2026

Giffords Circus tour 2026

Summer at Sudeley Castle

Summer at Sudeley Castle

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Summer holidays activities and events at Cotswolds Designer Outlet

In Tune With Nature trail at Westonbirt Arboretum

In Tune With Nature trail at Westonbirt Arboretum

Dragonfly Festival at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Dragonfly Festival at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Unexpected experiences await at Gloucester Cathedral this summer

Unexpected experiences await at Gloucester Cathedral this summer

Gloucester Goes Retro 2026

Gloucester Goes Retro 2026

Summer of Fun at Eastnor Castle

Summer of Fun at Eastnor Castle

The Berkeley Castle Joust 2026

The Berkeley Castle Joust 2026

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Dom Joly's SpeakeaZy at The Steam & Whistle