New Family Soft Play Centre Set to Open in Cheltenham’s Brewery Quarter Following The Play Farm Closure Friday, November 14, 2025 cheltenham littlecenturions softplay familyentertainment breweryquarter kidsparties childrensplay cafes localbusiness rebrand Cheltenham’s long-standing soft play centre, The Play Farm, has closed its doors, ending a cherished chapter for local families. However, excitement is building as a new, premium children’s soft play centre and café, Little … Read More
Another Cheltenham Restaurant Closes, Leaving Community Heartbroken Friday, November 14, 2025 cheltenham restaurant closure economy hospitality community gallimores localbusiness restaurants hospitalitysector Cheltenham is set to lose another beloved dining spot as Gallimores Kitchen, located in The Courtyard, announces its closure. Since opening its doors in June 2020 under the leadership of experienced local chef Lee Gallimore, … Read More
James May’s Wiltshire Pub Shuns Jeremy Clarkson’s Beer – A Subtle Rivalry Brewing Wednesday, November 12, 2025 jamesmay jeremyclarkson pubs theroyaloak farmersdog gin wiltshire greatbritishfarmfest localbusiness rivalry James May, former Top Gear and The Grand Tour co-host, has stepped into a new role—as a pub owner. His Wiltshire pub, The Royal Oak, is not only up and running but thriving, thanks to a focus on local ingredients and a … Read More
Dame Prue Leith’s Surprise Visit Delights Edinburgh Hair Salon Wednesday, November 5, 2025 prueleith bakeoff edinburgh hairsalon celebrity charity surprise bruntsfield hospitality localbusiness Dame Prue Leith, the beloved Great British Bake Off judge, caught staff at an Edinburgh hair salon off guard with an unexpected visit ahead of a charity event. Dame Prue and her husband, John Playfair, stopped by Craig … Read More
Cheltenham Woman Receives Restriction Order Banning Her from All But Five Shops in Town Saturday, November 1, 2025 cheltenham shoplifting sentencing theft crime court restriction shoplifters localbusiness punishment A Cheltenham woman known for her repeated shoplifting offenses has been handed a court order restricting her access to all but five specified shops in the town. This unprecedented measure aims to curb her ongoing thefts and … Read More
'‘Disaster Waiting to Happen’ Fears Over Tiny Tavern Booze Plan' Tuesday, October 28, 2025 tinytavern royalwellplace alcohollicense councilmeeting safetyconcerns localbusiness community nightlife tavern publichearing Plans for The Tiny Tavern, a new drinking establishment proposed at The Studios across from The Tavern in Royal Well Place, sparked concerns at this week’s council meeting. Local residents and officials voiced apprehension … Read More