I Spent 72 Hours Visiting UK Motorway Services – The M5 Stop Blew Me Away Friday, February 6, 2026 motorway services uk gloucestershire m5 tebay roadtrip local produce countryside YouTuber Gavin Wren dedicated three days to visiting the UK’s finest motorway service stations, based on a public vote, and was particularly impressed by a stop on the M5 in Gloucestershire. During his 72-hour road trip, … Read More
Dumped Sofa Becomes Beloved Local Landmark and Wins Portrait of Britain Award Monday, January 26, 2026 sofa photography community award forestofdean tourism local portrait art charity A photograph of a discarded sofa has captured hearts and imaginations, winning a prestigious Portrait of Britain award. Taken by local photographer Alex Elton-Wall, the image features Amaya, a young girl seated on a … Read More
The Woolpack Inn: A Literary Gem in the Heart of the Cotswolds Saturday, January 17, 2026 woolpack cotswolds pub gloucestershire laurielee sladvalley cider ciderwithrosie local community In October, The Good Food Guide revealed its very first list of Britain’s 100 best pubs—and Gloucestershire proudly claimed three spots. Among them, The Woolpack Inn in the picturesque Slad Valley stood out, earning an … Read More
The Woolpack Inn: A Literary Gem in the Cotswolds with Unique Character Saturday, January 17, 2026 woolpack cotswolds pub gloucestershire literature laurielee sladvalley local music heritage In October, The Good Food Guide unveiled its first list of Britain’s top 100 pubs, featuring three establishments from Gloucestershire—one impressively ranked at number 40. Among them, The Woolpack Inn, nestled in the scenic … Read More
Punters 'Gutted' as Cherished Cheltenham Pub The Tavern Closes Its Doors Saturday, January 3, 2026 cheltenham pub thetavern closure community local food drinks restaurant refurbishment The Tavern, a well-loved pub in Cheltenham, has closed its doors, much to the dismay of its loyal customers. New management, which had taken the helm in December 2024, announced just days ago a planned refurbishment, only to … Read More
Local Favourite The Tavern in Cheltenham Closes Its Doors, Leaving Punters 'Gutted' Saturday, January 3, 2026 cheltenham pub closure thetavern community hospitality local restaurant food socialmedia Cheltenham’s iconic pub, The Tavern, has closed its doors, much to the dismay of its loyal patrons. The management team, who took over in December 2024, announced the closure today, describing themselves as … Read More