Rare Bronze Age Timber Well Unearthed, Revealing Life from 3,500 Years Ago Monday, April 13, 2026 bronzeage archaeology timber well preservation gloucester excavation waterlogged ancient history During an archaeological excavation in an area south of Gloucester, a rare and exceptionally well-preserved Bronze Age timber structure has been uncovered, offering a unique window into life 3,500 years ago. Initially … Read More
Rare Bronze Age Timber Well Unearthed, Revealing Life 3,500 Years Ago Monday, April 13, 2026 bronzeage archaeology timber well preservation gloucester watermanagement excavation organicmaterial history During a routine archaeological dig near Gloucester, a rare and remarkably well-preserved wooden structure dating back 3,500 years to the Bronze Age has been uncovered. Initially mistaken for random bits of timber, the find … Read More
Cheers as Cirencester’s Beloved Twelve Bells Pub Saved from Conversion Plans Monday, April 13, 2026 cirencester pub community planning conservation cotswold heritage opposition localgovernment preservation A wave of relief and applause filled the public gallery as Cotswold District Council rejected plans to convert the beloved Twelve Bells pub in Lewis Lane into a residential home with an accompanying bed and breakfast. The … Read More
Gloucestershire Town Rallies to Save Beloved 1930s Lido Facing Closure Tuesday, April 7, 2026 stroud lido community heritage stratfordpark campaign maryportas localbusinesses outdoorswimming preservation The community of Stroud has come together in a heartfelt campaign to save the town’s cherished Stratford Park Lido, an outdoor swimming pool that has been a local landmark for nearly 90 years. Stroud District Council recently … Read More
'Charming' Village on the Edge of the Cotswolds Feels Like a Real-Life Time Machine Sunday, April 5, 2026 lacock cotswolds history preservation medieval village abbey nationaltrust film heritage Nestled just a few miles outside the famed Cotswolds region in Wiltshire, the medieval village of Lacock is a living snapshot of England’s past. Renowned for its picture-perfect streets and historic buildings, the village … Read More
Why Are Cucumbers Wrapped in Plastic? Experts Explain It's More Than Just Hygiene Saturday, February 28, 2026 cucumbers plastic packaging freshness foodwaste preservation supermarkets transport dehydration sustainability Cucumbers are a staple in many salads and sandwiches, and when you buy them from supermarkets, they often come wrapped in plastic. While most people assume this plastic layer is simply for hygiene, experts reveal there’s much … Read More