Why I Won’t Return to Bourton-on-the-Water: When Over-Tourism Spoils a Cotswolds Gem Sunday, June 29, 2025 bourton cotswolds tourism overtourism village travel heritage overpopulation preservation community Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water is often hailed as the “Venice of the Cotswolds” for its enchanting stone bridges and gently flowing waterways. On a bright summer day, the village’s idyllic beauty … Read More
Exciting Vision Unveiled to Transform Gloucestershire's Stratford Park into a Destination for All Friday, June 27, 2025 stratfordpark stroud regeneration community sustainability recreation heritage environment wellbeing inclusivity Stroud District Council has approved an ambitious plan to transform Stratford Park, a beloved 56-acre public space in Gloucestershire, into a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable destination by 2029. This visionary project … Read More
Calls to Fine Residents Over Wheelie Bins ‘Blighting’ Historic Tewkesbury Town Centre Friday, June 27, 2025 wheeliebins tewkesbury conservation heritage tourism petition council fines accessibility propertyvalues Concerns over wheelie bins spoiling the charm of Tewkesbury’s historic town centre have sparked calls for stricter controls and fines. More than 230 residents have signed a petition urging local authorities to tackle what … Read More
Approval Imminent for 525-Home Development in Charfield Despite Over 400 Objections Monday, June 23, 2025 charfield housing development planning southgloucestershire infrastructure affordablehousing transportation heritage community sport Plans to build 525 homes in the South Gloucestershire village of Charfield are set to be approved despite receiving over 400 objections from residents. The proposed Pennymeads estate would expand Charfield’s boundaries to the … Read More
Cheltenham Council Approves Modern Home in Historic Garden Amidst Conservation Concerns Monday, June 23, 2025 cheltenham pittville conservation planning architecture development heritage regency housing controversy Cheltenham Borough Council has approved a contentious application to build a contemporary two-storey, four-bedroom detached house within the garden of The Garden House on West Drive. Despite concerns from local residents and … Read More
'Disgraceful' Gloucester Cycle Path Work Replaces Historic Paving Stones with Plain Tarmac Monday, June 23, 2025 gloucester cycling heritage infrastructure northgate construction councillors urbanplanning transport civic Work is underway to build a new cycle lane along Northgate Street in Gloucester, forming part of a major county route connecting Bishop’s Cleeve to Stroud via Cheltenham and Gloucester. While aimed at improving sustainable … Read More