Nearly 600 New Homes Approved Amid Concerns Over “Modern” Design Clashing with Rural Thornbury Tuesday, November 18, 2025 thornbury housing development planning architecture rural councillors construction community approval A controversial new housing development planned to the north-west of Thornbury has received approval despite vocal concerns from councillors about its “modern” architectural style clashing with the rural landscape. Up to 595 … Read More
Green Party's Plan for 12,000 New Homes in Forest of Dean Sparks Fierce Backlash Tuesday, November 18, 2025 housing greenparty forestofdean development councillors infrastructure environment commuters planning council The Forest of Dean District Council’s ambitious plan to meet a housing target of 12,000 new homes by 2045—including proposals for one or two entirely new towns—has drawn sharp criticism from local councillors and residents … Read More
New Housing Development Near A46 Faces Challenges Amid Ongoing Traffic Congestion Monday, November 17, 2025 housing a46 traffic congestion development construction infrastructure commuters farmland community A significant housing project comprising 350 new homes is currently underway on land adjacent to the A46, an area that previously served as a pig field. While the development promises to address local housing needs, it has … Read More
Pensioner Trades Draughty Cottage for Modern Eco-Friendly Home Sunday, November 16, 2025 pensioner downsizing ecohome sustainability energy tetbury relocation newlandhomes efficiency housing At 80 years old, Ann Simpson from Tetbury has made an inspiring lifestyle change by exchanging her chilly, gas-heated stone cottage for a brand-new, energy-efficient eco-home just a short walk away. Her decision to downsize … Read More
Proposal to Construct Six New Homes on Green Belt Land Near M5 and Hotel in Staverton Saturday, November 15, 2025 staverton gloucestershire greenbelt housing planning m5 cheltenham gloucester cycleway development A proposal has been submitted to Tewkesbury Borough Council to build up to six new family-sized homes on green belt land in Staverton, Gloucestershire. The 0.1-hectare site is situated just south of the B4063 Gloucester Road, … Read More
Proposal for Up to Six New Homes on Green Belt Land Near M5 in Staverton Saturday, November 15, 2025 staverton greenbelt housing planning m5 gloucester cheltenham cycleway development transport A planning application has been submitted to Tewkesbury Borough Council for the development of up to six family-sized homes on green belt land in Staverton, Gloucestershire. The proposed site, covering approximately 0.1 … Read More