Stratford Park Lido: Rising Costs Force Tough Decisions Tuesday, April 14, 2026 stratfordparklido stroud lido outdoorswimming community costs maintenance funding council recreation Stratford Park Lido, a cherished outdoor swimming facility in Stroud, faces an uncertain future as operational costs continue to climb. Over recent years, the expenses required to maintain and run the lido have steadily … Read More
Stratford Park Lido: Rising Costs and Difficult Decisions Ahead Tuesday, April 14, 2026 stratfordparklido stroud swimmingpool openair community costs maintenance recreation funding decision-making Stratford Park Lido, a cherished open-air swimming pool in Stroud, is confronting a challenging future amid escalating operational and maintenance costs. Over recent years, expenses have steadily increased, leading to tough … Read More
Gloucester BMX Park Shuts Down Due to Persistent Vandalism Friday, March 27, 2026 gloucester bmx vandalism trackclosure safety council pumptrack repairs community recreation The Kingsway BMX Pump Track in Gloucester has been closed indefinitely following ongoing vandalism that has compromised the safety of the facility. The local council confirmed that the gates have been locked as the track is … 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
Cotswold Beauty Spot to Benefit from Golf Club Redevelopment Tackling Parking Issues Friday, February 27, 2026 cotswold golf development parking community environment planning recreation conservation infrastructure sport The ongoing redevelopment at Cleeve Hill Golf Club promises to resolve a persistent parking eyesore at this cherished Cotswold beauty spot, according to developers. Cotswold Hub Ltd has received planning approval for a … Read More
Smaller Five Acres Leisure Centre Plans Approved Amid Deadline Concerns Thursday, January 22, 2026 fiveacres forestofdean leisurecentre council development phasing community sports funding recreation sport New plans for a scaled-down but urgently needed leisure centre in the Forest of Dean have received council approval despite concerns about looming deadlines. Forest of Dean District Council is set to press ahead with building … Read More