Wild Boar Enjoys Mud Bath in the Heart of the UK’s Wild Boar Capital Tuesday, February 17, 2026 wildboar forestofdean wildlife feralpig mudbath gloucestershire trailcamera ukwildlife boarpopulation naturephotography A captivating video has emerged showing a wild boar indulging in a mud bath in the Forest of Dean, an area often dubbed the UK’s wild boar capital. The footage was recorded on a trail camera by Gloucester-based wildlife … Read More
Greens Face No-Confidence Vote Over Controversial Housing Plans in Forest of Dean Monday, February 16, 2026 greens forestofdean housing council democracy development planning noconfidence localplan homes The leadership of the Green Party in Forest of Dean District Council is under scrutiny as a vote of no confidence is set to be debated next week. The controversy centers on the council’s proposed blueprint to build 13,200 new … Read More
Greens Face No Confidence Vote Over Controversial 13,200-Home Development Plan Monday, February 16, 2026 greens forestofdean council housing development democracy localplan gloucestershire noconfidence politics The leadership of the Green Party in Gloucestershire’s Forest of Dean District Council is facing a potential vote of no confidence following widespread criticism of its handling of a contentious housing development plan. The … Read More
Explore Puzzlewood: The Magical Forest Near Gloucester Featured in Harry Potter Sunday, February 15, 2026 puzzlewood forestofdean gloucester harrypotter hiking family adventure filminglocation outdoor travel There’s nothing quite like spending time outdoors, breathing in fresh air while discovering stunning scenery. Just a short drive from Gloucester lies Puzzlewood, a captivating forest nestled within the Forest of Dean. Known … Read More
Decision Approved for Controversial ‘Cramped’ Homes in Rural Gloucestershire Thursday, February 12, 2026 gloucestershire planning development housing rural council berryhill forestofdean density construction A controversial bid to build three closely packed homes in the village of Berry Hill, near Coleford in Gloucestershire, has been approved despite strong concerns from local councillors. The development involves demolishing … Read More
Approval Granted for American Barn-Style Stables in Rural Gloucestershire Wednesday, February 11, 2026 gloucestershire forestofdean equestrian farming stables soilerosion manège landuse conservation planning Plans to develop American barn-style stables in the Forest of Dean near Drybrook have received approval, sparking debate over potential soil erosion risks. The project involves converting almost five hectares of farmland for … Read More