Concerns Raised Over Use of Julian Dunkerton’s 131 Promenade Decision to Justify New Development in Historic Spa Town Centre Wednesday, August 6, 2025 development heritage planning precedent architecture preservation spatown conservation urbandesign protest There is growing unease following the approval of a development application at 131 Promenade, associated with Julian Dunkerton, which some fear may set a precedent for future construction projects that could alter the … Read More
Cotswold Village Implements Strict Rules to Protect Historic Character Friday, August 1, 2025 snowshill cotswolds regulations heritage conservation restrictions household preservation historic village Starting this October, residents of Snowshill, a picturesque village in the Cotswolds, will face a range of new restrictions on everyday household activities. These measures are designed to safeguard the village’s exceptional … Read More
Why I Won’t Return to Bourton-on-the-Water: When Over-Tourism Spoils a Cotswolds Gem Sunday, June 29, 2025 bourton cotswolds tourism overtourism village travel heritage overpopulation preservation community Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water is often hailed as the “Venice of the Cotswolds” for its enchanting stone bridges and gently flowing waterways. On a bright summer day, the village’s idyllic beauty … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Reflective Metal Coffee Trailer Proposed Near Cheltenham's Historic Pittville Pump Rooms Saturday, May 31, 2025 cheltenham pittville cafe heritage planning architecture historicengland preservation conservation development Plans to install a shiny metal café trailer adjacent to Cheltenham’s iconic Pittville Pump Rooms have sparked controversy. The Cheltenham Trust has submitted a proposal seeking permission from borough planners to convert the … Read More
Community Unites to Save Historic Village Pub from Conversion Friday, May 16, 2025 community pub nympsfield rose&crown historic fundraising preservation grant event legislation The residents of Nympsfield are coming together to preserve the heart of their village—the Rose & Crown Inn—from being transformed into flats. This beloved Grade II listed pub, recognized as a registered asset of … Read More
Restoration of 16th Century Tudor Building in Gloucester Tuesday, May 6, 2025 restoration gloucester tudor historic timber-framed antiques craftsmanship preservation heritage regeneration The Grade-I listed 26 Westgate in Gloucester has undergone a stunning restoration, supported by a £314,163 grant from Historic England. Dating back to the late 16th century, the merchant’s house is the largest surviving … Read More