Urban

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 e-bikes illegalbikes cheltenham gloucester policing publicsafety scooters enforcement traffic urban

Illegal, modified bicycles are increasingly being spotted speeding through pedestrian zones in Cheltenham and Gloucester city centres, sparking urgent calls for police intervention. These “souped-up” bikes, often equipped … Read More

Sunday, June 22, 2025 cheltenham planning conservation residential heritage refurbishment housing urban development breweryquarter

A former violin shop in Cheltenham’s town centre, located just steps from a vibrant entertainment complex, could soon be converted into a stylish three-bedroom family home. The planning application seeks to transform the … Read More

Sunday, April 27, 2025 hereford urban village development housing flooding construction revitalization infrastructure council

Plans to transform the Merton Meadow area of Hereford into an “urban village” have been unveiled by Herefordshire Council. The area, currently a mix of car parks and scrubland, is slated to accommodate up to 400 … Read More

Monday, April 14, 2025 dispute ownership wall housing development conflict businessman property rights urban

A heated dispute has emerged between a local businessman and the developers of a new housing estate over the ownership of a mere two-brick high wall. The conflict centers around Lioncourt Homes' insistence on demolishing the … Read More

Saturday, November 25, 2023 cheltenham development elms park gloucestershire council homes schools urban expansion greenery

The proposed Elms Park development, situated near Swindon Village on the outskirts of Cheltenham, is set to bring major changes to the area. With plans for 4,115 homes, three schools, and a business park, the project covers … Read More