Removal of Gloucester’s Shire Hall Hoardings Praised as a Boost for City Centre Friday, June 27, 2025 gloucester shirehall hoardings maintenance conservation citycentre council westgate restoration antisocial The removal of the “eyesore” hoardings that had obscured the entrance to Gloucester’s Shire Hall has been met with widespread approval. The hoardings, which were erected last October to allow for “essential maintenance” on … Read More
Couple Stunned by Rare Scarlet Ibis Sighting in the Cotswolds Wednesday, June 25, 2025 wildlife photography cotswolds scarletibis birdwatching nature gloucestershire rare sighting conservation While exploring the picturesque Cotswolds, a couple was astonished to spot a vibrant and unusual bird—a scarlet ibis—gracefully landing in a nearby meadow. The bird’s striking red plumage, a rare sight in the UK, captivated … Read More
Prince William Sends Warm Apology and Surprise Message on Radio 2 Tuesday, June 24, 2025 princewilliam earthshotprize radio2 robertirwin conservation environmentalaward amazon biodiversity royalfamily wildlife Listeners to Radio 2’s Scott Mills Breakfast Show were treated to a special surprise when the Prince of Wales, Prince William, left a heartfelt voicenote message. Although he couldn’t join in person, the prince took the … Read More
Council Acts to Secure Derelict Spread Eagle Court Amid Rising Vandalism and Trespassing Tuesday, June 24, 2025 gloucester vandalism trespassing antisocial enforcement spreadeaglecourt derelict conservation council safety Gloucester City Centre’s derelict Spread Eagle Court on Northgate Street, long considered an eyesore, will soon be secured to prevent further trespassing and vandalism. Multiple complaints from residents have prompted … Read More
Cheltenham Council Approves Modern Home in Historic Garden Amidst Conservation Concerns Monday, June 23, 2025 cheltenham pittville conservation planning architecture development heritage regency housing controversy Cheltenham Borough Council has approved a contentious application to build a contemporary two-storey, four-bedroom detached house within the garden of The Garden House on West Drive. Despite concerns from local residents and … Read More
Bid to Create Family Home Near Cheltenham’s Entertainment Hub Sunday, June 22, 2025 cheltenham planning conservation residential heritage refurbishment housing urban development breweryquarter A former violin shop in Cheltenham’s town centre, located just steps from a vibrant entertainment complex, could soon be converted into a stylish three-bedroom family home. The planning application seeks to transform the … Read More