New Gloucester-to-Hereford Rail Link Could Support Tens of Thousands of New Homes Saturday, March 14, 2026 rail gloucester hereford housing infrastructure transport sustainability council feasibility development There is growing support in Gloucestershire and Herefordshire for reinstating a rail link between Gloucester and Hereford to accommodate a surge in new housing developments. The Hereford, Ross and Gloucester Railway, which … Read More
Community Rally to Save Last Pub in Drybrook Amid Auction Threat Friday, March 13, 2026 drybrook pub forestofdean auction community heritage gloucestershire conservation development assetofcommunityvalue The last remaining pub in the Gloucestershire village of Drybrook, the Hearts of Oak, faces an uncertain future after being listed for auction with a guide price of £200,000. The pub, a staple of the community since 1838 and … Read More
Gloucestershire Village Greenlit for 24-Home Development Despite Flooding Concerns Thursday, March 12, 2026 dymock housing affordable planning flooding environment canal gloucestershire development community Plans to build 24 homes in the Gloucestershire village of Dymock have received approval from the Forest of Dean District Council, despite concerns raised about potential flooding and environmental impacts. The proposed … Read More
Delays Cast Doubt Over Lydney’s New Super GP Surgery Plans Friday, March 6, 2026 lydney gloucestershire gps surgery healthcare delays nhs community development assura Concerns are mounting over the delays in establishing a new super GP surgery in Lydney, Gloucestershire. In 2024, health authorities approved funding to relocate Lydney Health Centre and Severnbank Surgery to the former Co-op … Read More
'Waiting game' as delays to Gloucestershire Airport sale rumble on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 gloucestershire airport sale delay council negotiations businessparks development plans uncertainty The sale of Gloucestershire Airport at Staverton has dragged on for over eight months, leaving council leaders feeling frustrated and uncertain about the deal’s completion. Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Proposed Overnight Parking Charges Impacting Gloucester’s Night-Time Economy Monday, March 2, 2026 gloucester parking nighteconomy council charges carparks business nightlife fees development Plans to introduce overnight parking charges in Gloucester have sparked fears that the city’s night-time economy might suffer significantly. Gloucester City Council is currently reviewing its car parks, with finance officials … Read More