Mapped - Hosepipe Bans Across England Ahead of Summer 2025 Heatwave Monday, July 14, 2025 hosepipe drought water thameswater ban heatwave conservation environmentagency restrictions summer2025 As England grapples with persistent drought and record heat, a growing number of water companies have imposed hosepipe bans to conserve dwindling water supplies. Thames Water has joined Yorkshire Water and South East Water in … Read More
Decision Pending on Redevelopment of Gloucester’s Westgate Street Buildings Saturday, July 12, 2025 gloucester westgate renovation flats listedbuilding heritage development planning conservation redevelopment Gloucester City Council is set to decide on a planning application concerning the renovation and conversion of two former shops and a residence at 109 and 111 Westgate Street into residential flats. The scheme focuses on the … Read More
The Repair Shop Expert Faces Career First While Restoring WWII Land Army Doll Wednesday, July 9, 2025 repairshop restoration landarmy wwii doll heritage craftsmanship conservation history bbc On Wednesday, July 9, a Repair Shop expert experienced a career first, admitting, “I’m a bit worried,” as she prepared to restore a unique World War II keepsake on BBC One’s Favourite Fixes. Vanessa Budd … Read More
Restoration of Iconic Gloucester Cathedral Section Advances Following Five-Year Conservation Wednesday, July 9, 2025 gloucester cathedral restoration conservation stonemasonry cloister heritage grotesques architecture harrypotter After five years of dedicated conservation work, significant restoration of the northern side of Gloucester Cathedral has been successfully completed. This meticulous project addressed decades of weathering that had severely … Read More
Man Fined Over Neglected Listed Building in Cheltenham Tuesday, July 8, 2025 cheltenham listed heritage conservation prosecution repair building neglect punishment council The owner of a neglected listed building in Cheltenham’s town centre has been fined for failing to carry out necessary repairs. Cheltenham Borough Council successfully prosecuted Stuart Thatcher, the owner of 5 Clarence … Read More
BBC Gardeners' World's Adam Frost Opens Up About Life Beyond the Show Friday, July 4, 2025 adamfrost gardening biodiversity gardenersworld rhs horticulture chelsieflowershow conservation geoffhamilton television Adam Frost, a beloved figure on BBC Gardeners' World for nearly a decade, has offered a rare glimpse into his personal life and his evolving approach to gardening. Known for his expertise and decorated career—including … Read More