Billionaire Seeks to Modernize Historic Mansion with Solar Farm on 40 Acres Wednesday, May 7, 2025 solar sustainability renewable heritage estate wiltshire conservation energy water planning Chris Rokos, billionaire hedge fund manager and owner of the sprawling 100-bedroom Tottenham House near Marlborough, has submitted a planning application to Wiltshire Council to install a large solar farm on 40 acres of land … Read More
Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling 2025: Dates and Timings for Seven Thrilling Races on the Steep Coopers Hill Wednesday, May 7, 2025 cheeserolling gloucestershire coopershill doublegloucester tradition festival heritage race event culture The iconic Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling event for 2025 is set to take place on the late Bank Holiday, May 26, at Coopers Hill near Brockworth. This daring, unofficial tradition involves rolling a nine-pound Double … Read More
Discovering the Hidden Appeal of the UK’s “Worst” Seaside Resort: Weston-super-Mare Wednesday, May 7, 2025 weston-super-mare seaside tourism ukcoast revival beach travel authenticity investment heritage The UK’s coastline tells a story of changing times. Once glamorous seaside resorts, thriving on fishing and shipbuilding, blossomed into beloved holiday destinations for generations. Yet, with the rise of affordable foreign … Read More
Restoration of 16th Century Tudor Building in Gloucester Tuesday, May 6, 2025 restoration gloucester tudor historic timber-framed antiques craftsmanship preservation heritage regeneration The Grade-I listed 26 Westgate in Gloucester has undergone a stunning restoration, supported by a £314,163 grant from Historic England. Dating back to the late 16th century, the merchant’s house is the largest surviving … Read More
Unveiling Gloucester's Hidden Railway History from the Past 200 Years Sunday, April 27, 2025 gloucester railway history exhibition community storytelling heritage celebration underrepresented accessibility A celebration of Gloucester’s 200 years of railway history is underway through an evocative exhibition. Entitled Beyond the Platform, the exhibition is a poignant and informative display shedding light on the profound … Read More
Rediscovering Gloucester's Railway History: Beyond the Platform Sunday, April 27, 2025 gloucester railway exhibition history community stories heritage gcrp gwr anniversary Gloucester is currently hosting an exhibition that delves into the often overlooked history of its railways. Beyond the Platform commemorates 200 years of railway history and how it has not only connected places but also … Read More