Forestofdean

Friday, April 24, 2026 motorcycle collision forestofdean accident emergency police investigation lydbrook roadsafety crash

A fatal collision occurred in the Forest of Dean on Wednesday, April 22, resulting in the death of a female motorcycle passenger. The incident happened around 4:55 pm at the A4136 Mireystock Crossroads in Lydbrook, involving … Read More

Friday, April 24, 2026 nightingales highnamwoods rspb conservation cats urbanisation wildlifeprotection development forestofdean ancientwoodland

Concerns are mounting that domestic cats from a proposed 2,000-home development in Churcham, Gloucestershire, could devastate the local population of nightingales in the ancient Highnam Woods. The Royal Society for the … Read More

Thursday, April 23, 2026 cinderford regeneration towncentre forestofdean shopclosures community arts heritage collaboration bid

Cinderford is witnessing a strong, united push to combat the decline of its town centre, which has suffered from multiple shop closures in recent years. In 2023, the town recorded the highest vacancy rate among the four … Read More

Thursday, April 23, 2026 cinderford regeneration highstreet forestofdean community arts heritage retail collaboration renewal

Cinderford is facing a pivotal moment as community leaders, councils, and residents join forces to reverse the town’s recent decline. With an 18 percent vacancy rate in its high street—the highest among the Forest of Dean’s … Read More

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 forestofdean crash roadclosure traffic emergency accident safety investigation overnight transport

Overnight closures of key roads in the Forest of Dean have been enforced following a serious crash. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, prioritizing safety and investigating the cause. Drivers are advised …

Friday, April 17, 2026 police investigation forestofdean layby lewd driver incident inquiry authorities public

Police are currently investigating an alleged lewd act that reportedly took place at a layby in the Forest of Dean. Officers have launched an inquiry and are working diligently to identify the driver involved. Authorities are …