Controversial Renovation on 'England's Prettiest Street' Sparks Renewed Outrage Monday, May 4, 2026 rosemarycottage bibury renovation heritage controversy cotswolds planning conservation construction architecture The ongoing redevelopment of Rosemary Cottage on Awkward Hill in Bibury, often hailed as England’s prettiest street, has reignited tensions between the property owner, local residents, and the council. Metin Dener, the … Read More
Controversial Renovation at 'England's Prettiest Street' Sparks New Outrage Monday, May 4, 2026 contamination development heritage bibury council construction cotswolds planning renovation locals Ongoing renovations at Rosemary Cottage, a historic Grade II-listed property on what is known as ‘England’s prettiest street’ in Bibury, have reignited local anger. Owner Metin Dener’s plans, including a large … Read More
Ellen DeGeneres Seeks Permission for All-Weather Riding Arena at Flood-Prone Cotswolds Home Friday, May 1, 2026 ellendegeneres cotswolds horseriding flooding planningpermission archaeology renovation stables riverwindrush equestrian Ellen DeGeneres, the former US talk show host, is facing a new planning challenge at her Cotswolds property, Kitesbridge Farm, as she and partner Portia de Rossi seek approval to build an all-weather riding arena. The couple, … Read More
Ellen DeGeneres Seeks Approval for All-Weather Riding Arena at Flood-Prone Cotswolds Estate Friday, May 1, 2026 ellendegeneres portiaderossi cotswolds equestrian flooding planning renovation archaeology ridingarena stables Ellen DeGeneres, the former US talk show host, is now facing a planning hurdle as she and her partner, Portia De Rossi, seek permission to build an all-weather riding arena at their flood-affected Cotswolds estate. Their … Read More
A Look Back at Stroud's Five Valleys Shopping Centre Ahead of Its Grand Reopening Tuesday, April 21, 2026 stroud fivevalleys shoppingcentre renovation reopening retail community development investment localbusiness Stroud’s beloved Five Valleys Shopping Centre has long been a central hub for locals and visitors alike. Over the years, it has witnessed countless changes, from bustling market days to quieter moments during off-peak … Read More
Ellen DeGeneres Faces Council Scrutiny Over Roman Site at Cotswolds Estate Monday, April 20, 2026 ellendegeneres portiaderossi cotswolds archaeology romanhistory stables planning heritage renovation equestrian Ellen DeGeneres and her partner Portia de Rossi are embroiled in a planning dispute concerning their £15 million Cotswolds estate, Kitesbridge Farm, near Burford. The couple, who purchased the 43-acre property in 2024 and … Read More