The Gloucestershire Place Names That Leave Locals Stumped Sunday, February 8, 2026 gloucestershire placenames pronunciation cotswolds villages localdialect riversevern cheltenham travel uk Have you ever driven through Gloucestershire and found yourself puzzled by road signs reading “Southrop” or “Cliffords Mesne”? You’re not alone—this county is full of place names that can trip up anyone unfamiliar with the … Read More
'Move Your Car' Urgent Flood Warning Issued in Tewkesbury as River Levels Surge Saturday, February 7, 2026 tewkesbury flooding riversevern environmentagency floodwarning rainfall riverside mythebridge railsmeadow swilgate Tewkesbury Borough Council has issued an urgent alert to motorists parking in riverside car parks, warning that rising floodwaters could soon engulf their vehicles. The Rails Meadow car park is particularly at risk following … Read More
'Move Your Car' Flood Warning Issued in Tewkesbury as River Levels Approach Peak Saturday, February 7, 2026 tewkesbury flooding riversevern environmentagency railsmeadow floodwarning mythebridge rain carparks swilgate Tewkesbury Borough Council has issued an urgent warning to motorists who have parked in the town’s riverside car parks, alerting them to rising floodwaters that threaten to submerge their vehicles. Following persistent … Read More
Gloucestershire Village to Feature on BBC Series Following Remarkable Discovery Tuesday, January 20, 2026 gloucestershire roman settlement archaeology riversevern bbc history discovery village excavation A quiet Gloucestershire village is poised to gain national attention after the discovery of an ancient Roman settlement on the banks of the River Severn. This remarkable archaeological find, uncovered during a recent dig, has … Read More
Nearly a Dozen Flood Alerts Issued Across the West Country – Full List Saturday, December 20, 2025 flooding westcountry rivers weather metoffice bristolavon riversevern floodwarnings rainfall floodalerts This weekend, parts of the West Country are under nearly a dozen flood alerts and warnings, as river levels remain high following recent rainfall. Although the Met Office forecasts a mostly dry weekend with occasional rain … Read More
Nearly a Dozen Flood Alerts Issued Across the West Country Saturday, December 20, 2025 flooding westcountry metoffice riverlevels warnings weather bristolavon riversevern currymoor floodalerts This weekend, the West Country faces multiple flood warnings and alerts, even as the Met Office forecasts clearer and sunnier weather across the region. While Saturday and Sunday (December 20 and 21) are expected to bring … Read More