Stroud Lido Through the Years: A Beloved Landmark Faces an Uncertain Future Amid Push to Reopen This Summer Sunday, April 19, 2026 stroud lido swimming heritage community anniversary conservation summer outdoor reopening Stroud Lido, a treasured outdoor swimming pool nestled in the heart of the town, has been a vibrant hub for locals and visitors alike for nearly 90 years. Since its opening, the Lido has witnessed countless summers filled … Read More
Tiny Gloucestershire Village Boasts a Charming Pub Garden You Must Visit Sunday, March 29, 2026 pub village gloucestershire garden countryside food accommodation raffairford outdoor spring With the sun shining once again, the perfect time has arrived to embrace a beloved British tradition: savoring a pint in a pub garden. If you’re looking for a new spot to enjoy this spring, The Old Spotted Cow in … Read More
Cotswolds Water Park Inland Beach Reopens for 2026 Season Friday, March 27, 2026 cotswolds beach waterpark aquaventure easter outdoor swimming activities family camping With the sunshine returning and Easter holidays on the horizon, thoughts naturally turn to outdoor fun. Whether it’s sunbathing, building sandcastles, firing up a barbecue, or playing games on the shore, Cotswold Country Park … Read More
Gloucester BMX Track Set to Open This Year Monday, March 2, 2026 bmx gloucester pumptrack cycling outdoor community fitness youth recreation health Gloucester looks poised to welcome a new BMX track at Coney Hill Park, with hopes of opening later this year. The idea for the ‘Pump Track’ was first introduced at a Gloucester City Council meeting over two years … Read More
Burnt-Out Executive Finds Solace and Renewal Through Gardening in the Cotswolds Saturday, February 21, 2026 burnout gardening wellbeing mentalhealth depression outdoor nature herbs compost recovery Kathy Slack was once a high-flying advertising executive leading a glamorous jet-setting life. But by her mid-30s, she found herself overwhelmed by burnout, anxiety, and depression. Seeking balance, she and her husband moved … Read More
Explore Puzzlewood: The Magical Forest Near Gloucester Featured in Harry Potter Sunday, February 15, 2026 puzzlewood forestofdean gloucester harrypotter hiking family adventure filminglocation outdoor travel There’s nothing quite like spending time outdoors, breathing in fresh air while discovering stunning scenery. Just a short drive from Gloucester lies Puzzlewood, a captivating forest nestled within the Forest of Dean. Known … Read More