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
I visited the UK's best market town packed with independent shops – and I have one word for it Thursday, May 21, 2026 cirencester cotswolds gloucestershire market independent shopping history tourism craft community Among the rolling hills and honey-coloured cottages of the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire’s charming market towns each offer a slice of English countryside magic. Towns like Bibury, with its iconic Arlington Row cottages, … Read More
Cirencester: The UK’s Best Market Town Brimming with Independent Shops Thursday, May 21, 2026 cirencester cotswolds market independent gloucestershire history shopping tourism bakery culture The Cotswolds, with its rolling hills, cobblestone streets, and honey-coloured cottages, is home to some of England’s most picturesque towns. Among gems like Bibury’s iconic Arlington Row, Bourton-on-the-Water’s quaint stone … Read More
Gloucestershire’s Top Lifestyle Businesses Shine in Muddy Stilettos Awards Finals Sunday, April 26, 2026 gloucestershire worcestershire muddystilettos awards lifestyle businesses finalists independent wellness food The much-anticipated finalists for the 2026 Muddy Stilettos Awards have been unveiled, highlighting the cream of the crop in independent lifestyle businesses across Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. With a staggering 20,000 … Read More
Gloucestershire’s Finest Lifestyle Businesses Announced in Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026 Sunday, April 26, 2026 muddystilettos gloucestershire worcestershire lifestyle awards independent businesses hospitality wellness artisan The prestigious Muddy Stilettos Awards have revealed the finalists representing the best lifestyle businesses across Gloucestershire and Worcestershire for 2026. After attracting an impressive 20,000 business nominations and … Read More
Iconic Actress Joanna Lumley to Officially Open Stroud’s Revitalised Five Valleys Shopping Centre Wednesday, April 15, 2026 joannalumley stroud fivevalleys redevelopment vintage shopping independent community retail leisure Stroud’s beloved Five Valleys Shopping Centre is set to reopen next week following an extensive £31 million redevelopment, with iconic actress and presenter Dame Joanna Lumley scheduled to officiate the grand opening. Since … Read More