Cheltenham Thrives with Two New Boutique Openings: GAIL's Bakery and Busby & Fox Tuesday, July 14, 2026 cheltenham gails bakery busbyfox fashion montpellier promenade shopping independent retail Cheltenham is buzzing with excitement as two sought-after chains prepare to open their doors within days of each other, bringing fresh energy to the town’s vibrant shopping scene. First to arrive is the acclaimed GAIL’s … Read More
Gloucestershire's DEYA Brewing Claims UK’s Best Pale Ale Title Again with 'Steady Rolling Man' Friday, July 3, 2026 deya steadyrollingman paleale craftbeer cheltenham awardwinning newenglandale brewing independent top50 Cheltenham’s DEYA Brewing Company has once again secured top honours at the Top 50 UK Beer Awards, with their flagship pale ale, Steady Rolling Man, crowned the UK’s best pint for 2026. This marks the second time the … Read More
Forest of Dean Named UK’s Independent Coffee Shop Capital Sunday, June 28, 2026 forestofdean coffee independent cafes localbusiness tourism southwest heritage community hospitality The Forest of Dean has earned the title of the independent coffee shop capital of the UK, boasting a remarkable 100% ownership of coffee shops by local, independent businesses. With 36 coffee shops scattered throughout the … Read More
Forest of Dean Crowned UK’s Independent Coffee Shop Capital Sunday, June 28, 2026 forestofdean coffee independent cafes uk tourism localbusiness southwest heritage community The Forest of Dean has proudly earned the title of the UK’s independent coffee shop capital, boasting an impressive 100% of its 36 coffee shops as independently owned. Unlike many areas where national chains dominate, every … Read More
Discovering Wotton-under-Edge: A Charming and Friendly Cotswold Town Sunday, June 21, 2026 wotton-under-edge cotswolds community independent highstreet pride housing localshops tourism charm Wandering down a high street where strangers warmly stop to chat is a rare and refreshing experience—especially when you mention you’re from the local press. This was exactly my experience in Wotton-under-Edge, a delightful … Read More
First Black Mayor of Gloucester Elected in 798-Year History Thursday, May 21, 2026 gloucester mayor adriangraham diversity community independent councillor history charity leadership Adrian Graham, a 39-year-old Independent Councillor, has made history as Gloucester’s first black mayor since the role was established 798 years ago. Representing Matson, Robinswood, and White City, Graham becomes the city’s … Read More