Calls to Reopen Iconic River Wye Bridge by Spring to Celebrate 50 Years of 136-Mile Walk Wednesday, August 13, 2025 riverwye bridge closure reopening hiking stowfield welshbicknor anniversary footpath community As the 50th anniversary of the famed 136-mile River Wye walk approaches, the closure of a key bridge has cast a shadow over celebrations. The Stowfield and Welsh Bicknor communities, along with countless walkers who cherish … Read More
Famous Cotswolds Pub The Hollow Bottom Reopens with New Chef Team to Restore Its Heart and Soul Tuesday, July 22, 2025 cotswolds pub hospitality horseracing michelin culinary community guitingpower reopening gastronomy The Hollow Bottom, a renowned pub nestled in the Cotswolds village of Guiting Power, is set to reopen this Friday, July 25, after closing its doors unexpectedly last month. Under the fresh leadership of acclaimed chefs Nathan … Read More
'Garden bar' at historic and reopened pub approved despite neighbour's noise concerns Monday, June 2, 2025 pub licensing outdoorbar crowninn lea community noise herefordshire hospitality reopening The Crown Inn, a beloved and newly refurbished pub in Lea near Ross-on-Wye, has successfully secured approval to keep its outdoor garden bar open until 10pm, overcoming objections from a neighbouring resident worried about … Read More
Bridge reopens following nearby fire Monday, April 7, 2025 bridge fire reopening emergency services incident scene traffic commuters locals After a fire near a bridge, emergency services swiftly responded to the scene to extinguish the flames and secure the area. The bridge has now reopened for regular traffic, providing relief to commuters and locals.
A Fresh Start: The Kings Theatre to Reopen After Major Refurbishment Sunday, March 30, 2025 theatre refurbishment safety committee reopening community volunteers governance restoration resilience The Kings Theatre in Gloucester has been temporarily closed due to various structural and safety issues discovered within the building. The closure has prompted a major refurbishment project, with the aim of addressing … Read More