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Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism cotswolds tourism visitors locals environment economy community sustainability travel

The Cotswolds, often hailed as England’s picturesque “jewel,” is facing a growing problem that’s affecting both visitors and residents alike: overtourism. Once a tranquil escape dotted with quaint villages and rolling hills, … Read More

Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism bourton cotswolds tourism residents sustainability overcrowding community visitors village

Bourton-on-the-Water, affectionately known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, is grappling with a surge in visitors that many locals say has reached an intolerable level. At a packed meeting held at the Baptist Church on Station … Read More

Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism bourton cotswolds residents tourism visitorexperience overcrowding community sustainability congestion

Bourton-on-the-Water, affectionately known as the “Venice of the Cotswolds,” is grappling with a tourism boom that residents say has reached an unsustainable breaking point. Nearly 100 community members gathered … Read More

Sunday, November 30, 2025 newent housing development affordablehousing sustainability renewableenergy community planning greenspace economy

A new proposal aims to transform land south of Ross Road at Conigree Court in Newent with the construction of up to 280 homes and a hotel, sparking a call for local feedback on the project’s future. The development plan, led … Read More

Sunday, November 30, 2025 gloucestershire funerals deathnotices remembrance tributes memorials obituary condolences community bereavement

Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing is a revered tradition in Gloucestershire, and we are honoured to be entrusted with making these heartfelt announcements. Each notice published in our newspaper and online also … Read More

Saturday, November 29, 2025 kingcharles hongkong fire tragedy taipo elderlysupport emergencyresponse condolences community renovation

King Charles and Queen Camilla have expressed profound sadness over the tragic fire in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district, which has claimed 128 lives with many more still missing. The blaze broke out in high-rise apartments … Read More