‘Classy’ Hotel Bid for Cheltenham Municipal Offices Promises Major Boost to Promenade Amid Timing Concerns Tuesday, May 27, 2025 cheltenham municipaloffices luxuryhotel spa civicsociety heritage redevelopment towncentre promenade urbanrenewal Plans to convert Cheltenham’s iconic Municipal Offices into a luxury spa hotel have been warmly welcomed by the Civic Society, which champions the preservation of the town’s architectural and historical heritage. The proposed … Read More
Cotswold Snail Trail Returns Bigger and Better Than Ever Saturday, May 24, 2025 chedworth snailtrail romanhistory familyfun cotswolds interactive snailracing nature education heritage This May half term, the Cotswolds welcomes back the beloved Roman Snail Trail at Chedworth Roman Villa, blending captivating Roman history with slimy, hands-on fun. Inspired by Helix Pomatia—the edible snail introduced to … Read More
Discover North Gloucestershire: The UK’s Underrated Summer Escape for 2025 Saturday, May 24, 2025 gloucestershire travel history adventure nature family outdoors lavender cycling heritage Picture yourself wandering through vibrant lavender fields reminiscent of Provence, paddleboarding beneath slate-grey skies, and exploring centuries of British heritage—all within a day’s journey. Welcome to North … Read More
The Repair Shop’s Dominic Chinea Welcomes New Expert Amid Challenging Restoration Wednesday, May 21, 2025 restoration heritage masonry plaster artwork repair museum conservation wwii scotland The latest series of BBC’s The Repair Shop on the Road premiered Wednesday night, showcasing a team of skilled experts traveling across the UK to restore cherished items. In this episode, Dominic Chinea journeyed to … Read More
Monty Don Opens Up About His 'Split Identity' and Gardening Controversies Tuesday, May 20, 2025 montydon scotland gardening chelsea dogs identity plants heritage proposal controversy Renowned gardener Monty Don has candidly shared the complexities of living with what he describes as a “split identity.” Though Monty has spent his entire life in England, he has deep Scottish roots—his father was … Read More
Inside the ‘Out of This World’ Former Observatory Near Wye Valley Up for Auction from £660,000 Saturday, May 17, 2025 observatory wyevalley auction architecture property realestate dome lounge heritage unique Nestled near the picturesque Wye Valley, a unique property with a rich astronomical heritage is set to go under the hammer, starting at £660,000. This former observatory, once a hub for stargazing and scientific observation, … Read More