Cows Introduced to Cheltenham Woodland to Enhance Biodiversity Thursday, February 12, 2026 cheltenham biodiversity woodland grazing conservation wildflowers cattle limestonegrassland ecosystem enovert A herd of eight belted Galloway cattle has been introduced to Barber Wood, a woodland near Cheltenham, to revitalise the local ecosystem and encourage growth of wildflowers and insects. These distinctive cattle, native to … Read More
Three Rivers Set for Restoration on Cotswolds Farmland Through Government-Backed Scheme Wednesday, February 11, 2026 evenlode glyme dorn cotswolds restoration flooding biodiversity farming conservation landscaperecovery Restoration work has commenced on the Evenlode, Glyme, and Dorn rivers flowing through farmland in the North Cotswolds as part of a pioneering government-led initiative. The project enlists over 50 tenants, farmers, and land … Read More
New Map to Enhance and Protect Nature Amid Development in Gloucestershire Thursday, January 22, 2026 gloucestershire nature biodiversity conservation development habitat environment sustainability planning urban A groundbreaking map detailing opportunities for nature enhancement has been developed as part of Gloucestershire’s Nature Recovery Strategy. This innovative resource is designed to guide planners, developers, farmers, … Read More
New Map Empowers Gloucestershire to Balance Nature and Development Thursday, January 22, 2026 gloucestershire nature development biodiversity conservation urbanplanning habitat wildlife environment strategy Gloucestershire has introduced an innovative map designed to identify opportunities for enhancing nature across the county. This initiative forms a cornerstone of the county’s Nature Recovery Strategy, aiming to guide … Read More
BBC Countryfile’s Adam Henson Heartbroken Over Loss of Cotswolds Orchards Sunday, January 11, 2026 countryfile cotswolds adamhenson orchards wassailing gloucestershire conservation biodiversity trees heritage BBC Countryfile presenter and farmer Adam Henson has shared his deep sadness over the rapid decline of orchards surrounding his family farm in the Cotswolds. Highlighting a cherished local tradition, Adam reflects on the … Read More
BBC Countryfile’s Adam Henson Heartbroken Over Decline of Gloucestershire Orchards Sunday, January 11, 2026 countryfile cotswolds adamhenson orchards wassailing gloucestershire biodiversity trees veterantrees conservation Adam Henson, the beloved host of BBC Countryfile, has opened up about his sadness over the rapid decline of fruit orchards surrounding his family farm in Gloucestershire. Once plentiful across the Cotswolds, these orchards … Read More