Flooding Possible Across Gloucestershire Amid Extended Wet-Weather Warning Monday, December 1, 2025 gloucestershire flooding environment warning metoffice rainfall severn avon herefordshire weather Gloucestershire faces a heightened risk of flooding as a prolonged wet-weather warning remains in effect for over 21 hours starting Monday, December 1. The Environment Agency has issued multiple flood alerts throughout the … Read More
Overtourism Hurting Both Visitors and Locals: The Struggles of the Cotswolds' ‘Jewel’ Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism cotswolds tourism visitors locals environment economy community sustainability travel The Cotswolds, often hailed as England’s picturesque “jewel,” is facing a growing problem that’s affecting both visitors and residents alike: overtourism. Once a tranquil escape dotted with quaint villages and rolling hills, … Read More
Tiny Kitten Rescued from Gloucestershire Waste Plant Using Recorded Meows and Custom Walkway Sunday, November 23, 2025 kitten rescue gloucestershire energy waste facility fcc environment animal meows A tiny tortoiseshell kitten experienced a remarkable rescue after being discovered hiding within the Gloucestershire Energy from Waste Facility. The discovery sparked a thoughtful and creative rescue operation by the plant’s … Read More
Cotswold Wildlife Haven Faces Threat from Proposed Development Near Cheltenham Thursday, November 20, 2025 cotswold development wildlife conservation cheltenham aonb planning housing community environment Strong opposition is mounting against plans to build homes on a cherished wildlife and natural beauty site at the edge of Cheltenham. Waddeton Park Ltd has submitted proposals to develop over four acres of grassland on the … Read More
Green Party's Plan for 12,000 New Homes in Forest of Dean Sparks Fierce Backlash Tuesday, November 18, 2025 housing greenparty forestofdean development councillors infrastructure environment commuters planning council The Forest of Dean District Council’s ambitious plan to meet a housing target of 12,000 new homes by 2045—including proposals for one or two entirely new towns—has drawn sharp criticism from local councillors and residents … Read More
Gloucestershire Braces for Continued Flooding as River Levels Rise Monday, November 17, 2025 flooding gloucestershire severn river environment storm climate warning road safety Gloucestershire faces continued flooding threats as rising levels of the River Severn persist following heavy rainfall from Storm Claudia. The Environment Agency (EA) has issued multiple flood warnings for areas along the … Read More