The ‘Capital of the Cotswolds’ Captures the Heart of a Perfect Market Town Saturday, January 31, 2026 cirencester cotswolds markettown history tourism community architecture abbey locallife ukrainiancuisine Nestled in the picturesque heart of the Cotswolds, Cirencester truly embodies everything a classic market town should be. As someone who cherishes the peaceful retreat the Cotswolds offer from bustling city life, I was eager … Read More
New £5M GP Surgery and Housing Development Approved in Gloucester Friday, January 30, 2026 gloucester healthcare development surgery housing barnwood planning infrastructure medical community Plans for a new £5 million GP surgery along with 10 new homes in Gloucester have officially been approved. The redevelopment will see the demolition of Jordan’s Brook House on North Upton Lane, Barnwood, making way for a … Read More
Lydney Coach Natasha Crabbe Nominated for Prestigious National Gymnastics Award Friday, January 30, 2026 gymnastics coaching inclusion community awards safeguarding sport recognition natashacrabbe britishgymnastics Natasha Crabbe, a dedicated gymnastics coach from the Forest of Dean Gymnastics Club in Lydney, Gloucestershire, has been shortlisted for a coveted award at the British Gymnastics Awards. This recognition celebrates her … Read More
Ex-MP David Drew Returns to Stonehouse Town Council to Heal Divisions Friday, January 30, 2026 daviddrew stonehouse towncouncil independent election divisiveness community byelection politics gloucestershire David Drew, former Stroud MP and long-time public servant, has been re-elected as a councillor for Stonehouse Town Council, aiming to help the community move beyond recent divisions. After stepping down from Gloucestershire … Read More
Ex-MP David Drew Returns as Councillor to Unite Stonehouse Friday, January 30, 2026 daviddrew stonehouse councillor independent byelection localcouncil community politics divisiveness stroud David Drew, the former Stroud MP, has been re-elected as a councillor, signaling a renewed effort to overcome recent divisions within Stonehouse. Previously a Labour politician, Drew resigned from Gloucestershire County … Read More
Air Pollution Concerns Lead to Rejection of Stone Crushing Firm's Permanent Plans Friday, January 30, 2026 allstone airpollution stonecrushing gloucester myersroad planning health environment community pollution Gloucestershire County Council has rejected Allstone’s application to permanently use its Myers Road site in Gloucester for stone crushing activities. The decision follows mounting concerns from residents about air pollution … Read More