I visited the UK's best market town packed with independent shops – and I have one word for it Thursday, May 21, 2026 cirencester cotswolds gloucestershire market independent shopping history tourism craft community Among the rolling hills and honey-coloured cottages of the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire’s charming market towns each offer a slice of English countryside magic. Towns like Bibury, with its iconic Arlington Row cottages, … Read More
Cirencester Crowned Best Market Town in Gloucestershire Monday, May 18, 2026 cirencester gloucestershire market cotswolds history charter craft farmers boutique antique Gloucestershire is home to many charming towns, each with its unique appeal. Whether it’s the vibrant independent shops and eateries of Stroud or the elegant architecture of Tetbury, the county boasts a rich tapestry of … Read More
Brewery Arts in Cirencester Receives £90,000 Grant to Secure Its Future Thursday, May 14, 2026 grant charity arts cirencester craft community funding heritage creativity trust New Brewery Arts, a beloved arts centre in Cirencester, is celebrating a significant boost after receiving a £90,000 grant from The Julia Rausing Trust. This charitable trust, established to honor Julia Rausing’s legacy, … Read More
Brewery Arts in Cirencester Receives £90,000 Grant to Fuel Creative Future Thursday, May 14, 2026 arts charity craft cirencester community creativity funding heritage juliarausingtrust newbreweryarts New Brewery Arts, a beloved arts centre nestled in the heart of Cirencester, is celebrating a significant financial boost that promises to strengthen its role in the creative community. The Cotswolds-based charity has been … Read More
Scythers Maintain the King’s Wildflower Meadow in Cherished Annual Tradition Thursday, August 21, 2025 scything wildflowers meadow tradition king countryside craft biodiversity environment heritage Each year, a dedicated group of skilled scythers gathers to lovingly cut back the wildflower meadow tended by the King, preserving a cherished tradition that honors the beauty and heritage of the countryside. This annual … Read More
The Repair Shop's Dominic Chinea Open to 'Strictly' Opportunity Wednesday, April 9, 2025 repair shop dominic chinea strictly come dancing metal work christmas show craft restoration bbc tv show dance Dominic Chinea, a beloved expert on The Repair Shop, is not ruling out the possibility of competing on Strictly Come Dancing. When asked about the opportunity, he expressed his willingness, admitting that dancing might not be … Read More