Looking for a free introduction of ways to improve your wellbeing? With the NHS, National Self Care Week approaching, The Isbourne in Cheltenham are running a week of free taster sessions from November 13. The wellbeing sanctuary in the town centre are offering a range of courses such as Singing for health, meditation and mindfulness, tarot, and writing for […]
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OCTOBER 26: Travel Update in Gloucestershire
Roads in and around Gloucestershire are all in operation with no reported traffic incidences in the county this morning. Expect some slow traffic in Cheltenham on parts of the A40 on the commute to work.
OCTOBER 26: Gloucestershire Weather Forecast
There is going to be plenty of cloud covering most of Gloucestershire throughout the day with some showers expected throughout the morning. Temperatures will range from mid to high teens in most areas. Do you have any pictures of the weather in Gloucestershire? Send them in – we’d love to see them! Images can be […]
Students feel ‘unsafe’ in Cheltenham
Students have responded with shock to the council’s claims that Cheltenham is a safe town at night. They say that their ‘late night levy’ scheme has had a ‘positive impact on the town’s night time economy’, but students at the University of Gloucestershire disagree. Sarah Small, a third year accounting student, has not had good experiences at night […]
MasterChef finalist opens pop-up Cheltenham restaurant
A new pop-up restaurant is opening in the heart of Cheltenham’s Regent Street. After choosing Cheltenham as his location, ‘Koj’ is the creation of former Masterchef finalist Andrew Kojima, and is Kojima’s latest short-term food project after running a private dining service for the past few years. Andrew made it into the final three of MasterChef […]
Banksy artwork can not be saved in Cheltenham
The artwork in Cheltenham by famous and elusive artist ‘Banksy’ could not be salvaged. The mural appeared on the wall of Grade 2 listed building, 159 Fairview Road, in 2014. It was knocked down in the summer due to cracks and crumbling in the render and fans of the artwork hoped that it would be saved. But […]
Wales international signs new Glos Rugby deal
Richard Hibbard has become the latest player to sign a new contract with Gloucester Rugby. The 32 year old Wales international has made 10 appearances in all competitions so far this season, scoring a try against Wasps last week. Hibbard has featured 57 times since joining the Cherry and Whites in 2014. The experienced hooker […]
Nothing says Christmas like Cheltenham’s Christmas markets
Tis’ the season to drink mulled wine and be merry! Today marks the opening of the long-awaited Christmas Markets, as Cheltenham showers the town with festive cheer. Whether you’re looking for some festive gifts, to soak up the seasonal atmosphere, or get the fresh taste of your first mince pie of the year, Cheltenham Christmas […]
Is Brexit going to affect Cheltenham’s Christmas market?
It’s that time of year when the Christmas markets are coming to towns. But the big question on everyone’s minds is whether there will be less worldwide stalls after Brexit. Cheltenham has welcomed Geraud Markets UK for the 14th year running, but there is no certainty that there will be a large gathering of worldwide […]
Are online stores ruining Black Friday for independent shops?
Black Friday is nearly upon us, and stores are preparing for what they hope is a rush of customers over the day. But over the recent years many customers have been moving to online platforms for the shopping craze. With no need to venture out into the cold and drizzle or battle with others for […]