Forest of Dean UNESCO Biosphere Debate Frustrated as Council Meeting Cancelled Wednesday, April 15, 2026 forestofdean unesco biosphere council consultation freemining environment heritage community conservation Frustration is mounting in the Forest of Dean as a council meeting intended to discuss the area’s bid for UNESCO biosphere reserve status was abruptly cancelled. Opposition councillors had sought to debate the motion, … Read More
New A417 Town Plan Sparks Fears of Light Pollution Over Malvern Hills Wednesday, April 15, 2026 glynchbrook malvern lightpollution darkskies development environment wildlife housing conservation planning A proposed new town of 3,500 homes in the Forest of Dean has sparked deep concern among residents and experts alike, who warn it will flood the Malvern Hills with an overwhelming “dome of orange haze” from light … Read More
Countryfile’s Adam Henson Celebrates Spring Lambing Amid Farming Challenges at Cotswold Farm Park Monday, April 13, 2026 countryfile adamhenson cotswoldfarmpark farming lambing spring arablefarming conservation wildlife agriculture Countryfile presenter Adam Henson has brought a breath of fresh air from his Cotswold Farm Park following what he describes as a challenging period for the farming community. At 60 years old, Henson remains a recognizable … Read More
Cheers as Cirencester’s Beloved Twelve Bells Pub Saved from Conversion Plans Monday, April 13, 2026 cirencester pub community planning conservation cotswold heritage opposition localgovernment preservation A wave of relief and applause filled the public gallery as Cotswold District Council rejected plans to convert the beloved Twelve Bells pub in Lewis Lane into a residential home with an accompanying bed and breakfast. The … Read More
Cheers as beloved Cirencester pub saved from home and B&B conversion Monday, April 13, 2026 cirencester twelvebells pubclosure community planning opposition historic cotswold conservation b&b A wave of cheers filled the public gallery as Cotswold District Council rejected plans to convert a cherished Cirencester pub into residential accommodation with a bed and breakfast outbuilding. The Twelve Bells, located on … Read More
Countryfile's John Craven Surprises Guest with Heartwarming 30-Year Reunion Sunday, April 12, 2026 countryfile johncraven nationalforest susanbell treeplanting reunion bbc woodland conservation forestry During the latest episode of BBC’s Countryfile on Sunday, 12 April, presenter John Craven delivered a touching surprise that left a former guest truly floored. Joined by co-host Charlotte Smith, John visited the National … Read More