Why I Won’t Return to Bourton-on-the-Water: When Over-Tourism Spoils a Cotswolds Gem Sunday, June 29, 2025 bourton cotswolds tourism overtourism village travel heritage overpopulation preservation community Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water is often hailed as the “Venice of the Cotswolds” for its enchanting stone bridges and gently flowing waterways. On a bright summer day, the village’s idyllic beauty … Read More
Exciting Vision Unveiled to Transform Gloucestershire's Stratford Park into a Destination for All Friday, June 27, 2025 stratfordpark stroud regeneration community sustainability recreation heritage environment wellbeing inclusivity Stroud District Council has approved an ambitious plan to transform Stratford Park, a beloved 56-acre public space in Gloucestershire, into a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable destination by 2029. This visionary project … Read More
The Bull in Charlbury Crowned Best Pub in the UK 2025 Thursday, June 26, 2025 thebull charlbury pubawards cotswolds localproduce hospitality britishpub seasonalfood greatbritishmenu community The Bull in Charlbury, a cherished gem in the Cotswolds, has been honored as the Pub and Bar of the Year at the prestigious National Pub and Bar Awards 2025. Celebrating nearly 100 county winners from across England, Wales, … Read More
Fresh Bid to Demolish Outdated 11-Storey Tower Block in Gloucester Thursday, June 26, 2025 gloucester claphamcourt housing demolition development community homes planning affordable consultation A renewed proposal seeks to demolish Gloucester’s only 11-storey tower block, Clapham Court on Alvin Street, and replace it with a new development of family homes and community facilities. The aging building, over 60 … Read More
Heartfelt Tributes in Local Funeral Notices and Death Announcements Wednesday, June 25, 2025 funerals memorials tributes gloucester cheltenham deathnotices community remembrance condolences obituaries Honouring the passing of loved ones through death notices in local media is a cherished tradition, and we take pride in the trust families place in us for these important announcements. Each notice published in our newspaper … Read More
Plans Unveiled for North Ashchurch Garden Community with Up to 2,800 Homes in Tewkesbury Tuesday, June 24, 2025 tewkesbury homes gardens development infrastructure sustainability community planning education environment A transformative vision for a new garden community featuring up to 2,800 homes has been submitted for approval in Tewkesbury, positioning itself just east of the M5 motorway. The North Ashchurch Garden Community plan … Read More