Gloucester Author Surprised by Lack of Contact from City Chiefs Over Canary Girls Commemoration Friday, September 19, 2025 gloucester canarygirls munitionettes commemoration carolinemeek history quedgeley wwi munitions tribute Caroline Meek, a Gloucester-based author, expressed surprise that Gloucester City Council has not contacted her regarding their plans to commemorate the Canary Girls — the female workers who produced munitions during World … Read More
Pub in Former School Serves Mighty Doorstep Sandwiches That Really Hit the Spot Tuesday, September 16, 2025 pub kilderkins beer sandwiches doorstep tradition food drink history local Nestled inside a charming former school building, The Old Spot pub offers more than just a unique atmosphere. Famous for its generous doorstep sandwiches, this local favorite satisfies hearty appetites with generous portions … Read More
Laurie Lee Clock Expected to Fetch Thousands at Auction Monday, September 15, 2025 laurielee clock auction gloucestershire memorabilia literary collectible heritage writer history An extraordinary clock linked to Laurie Lee, one of Gloucestershire’s most cherished literary figures, is set to go under the hammer with estimates reaching thousands of pounds. This unique timepiece offers a tangible … Read More
'Most Beautiful' Cotswolds Village with Bubbling Brook 'Unchanged for 100 Years' Monday, September 15, 2025 cotswolds village upper slaughter lower slaughter britain heritage countryside tourism architecture history Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, the twin villages of Upper and Lower Slaughter have earned the prestigious title of the most beautiful village in the United Kingdom. Renowned for their timeless charm, these villages … Read More
Unveiling the History of the City’s Former ‘Worst’ Building Originally Meant for Single Women Monday, September 15, 2025 housing women history architecture city views building transformation resilience heritage Once labeled the city’s “worst” building, this structure holds a unique place in local history. Originally constructed to provide housing specifically for single women, it combined both practicality and dignity in an era when … Read More
The Story of the Formerly 'Worst' Building Designed for Single Women Monday, September 15, 2025 architecture history housing women cityscape preservation community landmarks views urban Originally constructed as housing exclusively for single women, this building holds a unique place in the city’s architectural and social history. Though it was once labeled the city’s “worst” building, its … Read More