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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
A third-generation Gloucester-based firm is proving indispensable in the fit-out phase of The Forum, one of the city’s most ambitious development projects. With deep roots in the community and a strong legacy of …
Cheltenham’s dining scene has suffered another setback with the closure of one of its cherished restaurants. A staple of the town for many years, this beloved establishment was renowned not only for its cuisine but also for …
A recent analysis has spotlighted England’s ghost towns—those hardest hit by the wave of high street shop closures sweeping the country. Using data on retail vacancies, the map highlights areas where once bustling shopping …
The Farmer’s Dog, the new Cotswolds pub owned by Jeremy Clarkson, has quickly gained popularity among locals and visitors alike. Since opening, it has been praised for its inviting atmosphere, tempting menu, and picturesque …
Gloucester Quays is seeking approval to develop a substantial new food and drink area by repurposing shop units that have remained empty since the retail outlet’s inception. The proposal aims to breathe new life into these …
A former organiser of the Hempsted Meadows car boot sale in Gloucester has expressed concerns that prices may rise under new management following a recent change in lease ownership. Bob Newby, who managed the site for six …
The village market in King’s Stanley, Gloucestershire, has flourished since its launch six years ago, providing a valuable platform for local businesses to showcase and sell their unique products. Held every first and third …
A family trip to Bourton-on-the-Water, one of the Cotswolds’ most picturesque villages, turned sour when they encountered groups of tourists eating food straight from saucepans and occupying every available patch of grass. …
Ledbury, a market town in Herefordshire, recently unveiled the results of a £25,000 study focused on enhancing its local tourism industry. However, this initiative has sparked frustration among some residents who feel the …
South Gloucestershire councillors have unanimously approved the extension of a car park into an agricultural field at Tolldown Farm, Dyrham, to serve a new farm shop and cafe, despite planning officers’ recommendation to …
After being made redundant last year, Jason Fish is turning his passion for baking into a thriving business. The father has received approval from South Gloucestershire councillors to operate his street food van, Baked and …