Father Christmas Trades Reindeer for Rare Breeds at Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park Sunday, October 19, 2025 christmas fatherchristmas adamhenson cotswoldfarmpark rarebreeds festive heritage farming family holiday This Christmas, Father Christmas is changing things up at Adam Henson’s Cotswold Farm Park. Instead of his usual team of reindeer, he’ll be joined by a charming lineup of rare and heritage breeds, giving visitors a delightful … Read More
Blue Plaque Unveiled at Former Home of Thomas The Tank Engine Creator Friday, October 17, 2025 thomas awdry blueplaque stroud gloucestershire literature anniversary children'sbooks thomasandfriends heritage A blue plaque has been unveiled at 30 Rodborough Avenue in Stroud, Gloucestershire, the former home of Reverend W. Awdry, the beloved creator of Thomas The Tank Engine. This ceremony commemorates the 80th anniversary of the … Read More
Historic Brunel Building to Become New Cultural Venue in Stroud Thursday, October 16, 2025 stroud brunel stationquarter culture regeneration heritage venue community arts restoration Stroud is set to welcome a vibrant new cultural venue housed within a beautifully restored historic building designed by the famed engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. This exciting project forms a central part of the ongoing … Read More
'Picture Perfect' Cotswolds Village Hiding a Little-Known Attraction Thursday, October 16, 2025 cotswolds village history architecture attraction heritage countryside travel england tourism Tucked away in the rolling hills of the Cotswolds lies a village so picturesque it looks like it belongs on a postcard. With its honey-colored stone cottages, quaint lanes, and lush green surroundings, this hidden gem invites … Read More
BBC's The Repair Shop Guest Moved to Tears After Heartwarming Restoration Wednesday, October 15, 2025 bbc repairshop restoration emotional heirloom transformation workshop memories heritage touching On the latest episode of BBC’s beloved series The Repair Shop, viewers witnessed a deeply touching moment as an elderly guest broke down in tears following a stunning restoration of a treasured heirloom. The … Read More
Market Town Overlooked for Famous Neighbors is a True Jewel of the Cotswolds Tuesday, October 14, 2025 cotswolds markettown history medieval architecture heritage tourism england village preservation Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, this charming market town often finds itself overshadowed by its more famous neighbors. Yet, it boasts a rich history and stunning architecture that make it a hidden gem worth exploring. … Read More