Residents and local councillors in Gloucester have raised concerns about Christmas lights still hanging in the city centre almost a week into March. Many have questioned why the festive decorations remain above the Gate …
Stars of the popular BBC series The Repair Shop, Julie Tatchell and Amanda Middleditch—affectionately known as the Teddy Bear Ladies—are reaching out to viewers for a special cause. As preparations for the show’s …
Stars of the beloved BBC series The Repair Shop are reaching out to viewers with a special request. Julie Tatchell and Amanda Middleditch, affectionately known as the Teddy Bear Ladies, have taken to social media to ask fans …
Gloucester Quays experienced an outstanding Christmas season in 2025, marked by increased festive footfall and soaring sales as the popular Christmas markets returned for their 13th consecutive year. Following a remarkable …
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie’s true feelings about their parents have come to light, revealing the emotional challenges they face after their father, Prince Andrew, and mother, Sarah Ferguson, were stripped of their …
A loving grandfather’s life was tragically cut short on Christmas Day following a road accident in Gloucestershire. Peter Bate, 75, was struck by a car while walking his dog in Churchdown on the afternoon of December 14. …
As the Christmas season concludes and 2026 begins, many in the UK face the annual question: when should Christmas decorations come down? While some hold firm to traditional superstitions, others prefer to extend the festive …
Dave Purchase, a 63-year-old singer from Gloucester, has smashed the Guinness World Record by singing Christmas songs non-stop for an astonishing 42 hours. Starting at midnight on December 10th and continuing until the …
A devastating house fire in Stroud has cast a shadow over the Christmas celebrations, with three individuals still unaccounted for. The fire broke out in the early hours, quickly engulfing the residence and prompting an …
The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, and her daughter Princess Charlotte stunned audiences with their flawless piano duet during Kate’s Christmas carol concert, performing the evocative piece Holm Sound without needing any …
Mince pies are a cherished festive treat for many, known for their fruity fillings, aromatic spices, and buttery pastry crust. However, this year I found the supermarket versions underwhelming—often either too sugary, overly …
On Friday night, BBC audiences enjoyed a special Christmas edition of The Repair Shop, featuring renowned guests such as Dame Helen Mirren, Julia Donaldson, and Rob Brydon who brought cherished possessions for restoration. …
On Friday night, BBC viewers enjoyed a festive edition of The Repair Shop, featuring celebrity guests and heartwarming restoration stories. Among the visitors were Dame Helen Mirren, Julia Donaldson, and Rob Brydon, who all …
In a dramatic turn of events, a man who believed he had won €125,000 (£110,000) in Spain’s famed Christmas lottery, known as ‘El Gordo,’ found himself sentenced to 18 months in prison. The case, ruled by Spain’s Supreme …
In her Christmas Day sermon at Gloucester Cathedral, The Rt Revd Rachel Treweek, Bishop of Gloucester, explored the intertwined themes of certainty and mystery. In a world filled with turmoil and uncertainty, she acknowledged …