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As World Bee Day approaches on the 20th of May, there isn’t a better time to shine a light on the incredible work that is happening at Harry’s Honey Bee Farm, than now. Nestled in the countryside of Cleeve Hill, the farm has become an important place not just for the bees, but for the […]
During the aftermath of yesterday’s cabinet meeting, Sir Keir Starmer made it clear he isn’t going to resign. There has yet to be 81 Labour MPs backing one single candidate. If a change of leadership is imminent, who is going to take over the role? It seems that Wes Streeting is the number one pick […]
Cheltenham Town Centre has become a hub of chain cafes and other businesses. This has led to many independent coffee shops struggling to stay afloat. Recently in Cheltenham, a new Tesco Express has opened on the Promenade, next to the recently added Café Nero. There are also plans for a new Gail’s Bakery to come […]
Cheltenham Pride is a way to encourage continuing support for the LGBTQ+ community, allowing their voices to be heard, and upholding diversity and inclusion in the town. “We’ve sponsored pride for a number of years, and we’ve got a good relationship with them, so we are sponsoring them again this year,” says Francesca Inman, the Chief Executive of […]
Homeless people in Cheltenham say “the move has been a struggle” after they were moved on by the council. Following a petition from residents and local businesses, Cheltenham Borough Council told the group of homeless people to move on from their location outside of Cavendish House. The council has said they acted after “concerns about […]
Homeless people who had been sleeping in Cheltenham’s Promenade say “it’s been a shock” after they were moved on by the council. Several unhoused people who had been staying in a sheltered area in the town centre, outside Cavendish House, say they were recently asked to leave the spot where they had been sleeping after […]
Cheltenham Whaddon Bowling Club secretary Andy Todd discussed the ‘worrying’ impact of Coronavirus three years ago, alongside his thoughts on the social aspect of the sport and the club itself. Having taken charge of his job in 2019, Todd has experienced many highs and lows throughout his five year tenure. During the COVID-19 pandemic which […]
Two of Cheltenham’s best rugby sides go head to head today in a local derby. The Cheltenham based Old Patesian’s RFC will host the Gloucester based Brockworth RFC at their home ground on Everest Road at 2pm. The last time these two teams met it was a bit of a one sided affair with the […]
Christmas is fast approaching, but in Cheltenham it’s approaching the fastest. Navigating entertainment around the stresses of Christmas shopping and preparation is no mean feat, so here’s everything you need to know about the lead up to Christmas in Cheltenham to ensure that yours is Merry and Bright. Christmas Markets Cheltenham is hosting not one, […]
One of the main issues of grassroots football is the rising costs a team have to pay just to maintain itself. Based on Cheltenham Civil Service club president Rob Morrison explanation, here is how much it costs to run a club in Cheltenham. First, you have to rent a pitch to train and play a […]