Three Gloucestershire Pubs Shortlisted for National Pub and Bar Awards 2026 Friday, April 10, 2026 gloucestershire pubs awards nationalpubandbarawards lioninn bellinn drfoster hospitality cotswolds celebration Three prominent pubs from Gloucestershire have earned prestigious nominations at the National Pub and Bar Awards 2026, highlighting their status as some of the UK’s best drinking establishments. Celebrating its 10th … Read More
Gloucestershire Councillor Compares Bristol to ‘Mordor’ and Endorses Three Counties Alliance Friday, April 10, 2026 gloucestershire bristol devolution weca tewkesbury council threecounties localgovernment cider politics In a heated debate over Gloucestershire’s devolution future, a councillor sparked controversy by likening Bristol to the dark land of Mordor from J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. The discussion centers on whether … Read More
Gloucestershire Councillor Brands Bristol 'Mordor' and Champions 'The Shire' Alliance Friday, April 10, 2026 gloucestershire bristol devolution weca herefordshire worcestershire localgovernment councillors tolkien threecounties In the ongoing debate over Gloucestershire’s local government reorganisation, a striking comparison emerged as a councillor likened Bristol to the dark and foreboding realm of Mordor from J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the … Read More
Former Hospital Transformed into Specialized College for Young People with Complex Needs Friday, April 10, 2026 dilke education autism disabilities college forestofdean therapeutic wellbeing community healthcare The historic Dilke Memorial Hospital in the Forest of Dean has embarked on a new chapter, having been sold to Gloucestershire Independent College to be repurposed as a specialized educational facility for young people with … Read More
Former Hospital Transformed into Premier College for Young People with Complex Needs Friday, April 10, 2026 dilke forestofdean education autism disabilities therapeutic community college wellbeing heritage The historic Dilke Memorial Hospital in the Forest of Dean is embarking on a new chapter as it transforms into a dedicated college for young people with complex needs. Following its closure in 2024 and subsequent sale on … Read More
Tom Kerridge Reflects on Jamie Oliver and Former Rivalries Among Top Chefs Thursday, April 9, 2026 tomkerridge jamieoliver culinaryrivalry britishcuisine hospitality greatbritishmenu chefs michelinstars restaurantindustry foodpassion Celebrity chef Tom Kerridge has opened up about his relationships with fellow culinary icons, including his honest perspective on Jamie Oliver. For decades, Tom has shared the culinary stage with celebrated chefs such as … Read More