November 17, 2023 – Rose Cooper Climate change has delayed the return of winter for Slimbridge – as the area’s famous Bewick swans demonstrated in their late flight home. The Bewick swans who migrate every year to Slimbridge Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT) finally flew in yesterday – albeit much later than usual. Their arrival […]
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The changing faces of Cheltenham town centre with closures and new openings
The state of Cheltenham town centre is under the spotlight with many people feeling it’s a shadow of its former self. Some big-name shops, restaurants and cafes have closed with boarded up properties blighting shopping areas. But it’s not all bad news, as new stores are coming and some shops are simply moving to other […]
Gloucester rugby announce AI fan experience as part of renewed Emerge Digital partnership
Gloucester Rugby are rolling out a new AI photo booth as they aim to improve the matchday experience for supporters at Kingsholm Stadium. Fans in hospitality will be able to access the latest AI technology, which allows supporters to generate branded images of themselves with the team. It is part of a new initiative by […]
Smokey Joe’s Banging First-Ever Youth Community Event Provides a Mint Space to Hang Out
There’s a new, vibrant hangout in Cheltenham for young people looking for somewhere welcoming to spend their time. Smokey Joe’s, an American vintage-style retro diner and arts venue, has launched its first Youth Café pilot. It is a dedicated space designed to provide a safe, inclusive environment where young people can relax, connect and get creative. […]
Cotswolds town a must-see for 2026 travellers
Global jetsetters are being encouraged to explore the coasts and coves of Vietnam, the beaches of Brazil and … the quaint streets of Cirencester. Time Out magazine listed the Gloucestershire town as the seventh best worldwide destination for 2026, citing the location’s ‘Classic English countryside charm’ as its biggest draw. While Forbes hailed nearby Bibury as […]
New coffee shop to open near University of Gloucestershire’s new City Campus
Gloucester is to get another coffee shop – but this one is aiming to be a little bit different. Forum Coffee is an independent specialty coffee shop that is set to open in The Forum, Gloucester, this spring. It will be a stone’s throw from the University of Gloucestershire’s new City Campus in King’s Square. Working with Gloucestershire-based roastery Ethical Addictions, Forum Coffee […]
Can Jonbon make it a hat-trick? The November Meeting preview
Today is the first day of the three-day long November Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse, and its geared up to be an epic day of racing on good to soft ground. The first race is the Lycetts Insurance Brokers Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle at 13:10, and is arguably the weakest race on the card. The favourite […]
Cheltenham Town vs Notts County Preview
Cheltenham Town host League Two rivals Notts County in front of the Sky Sports cameras on Monday evening. The Robins are looking to continue their unbeaten league run under new manager Steve Cotterill, whilst Notts County will be looking to bounce back from their FA cup defeat to Brackley Town last Saturday evening. The Magpies […]
Steve Cotterill believes it will be “a tough game” as Cheltenham Town take on Walsall
Cheltenham Town are faced with top of the table Walsall on Saturday, October 25th for a 12:30 kick off, manager Steve Cotterill has spoken about what he expects from his team. “We know it will be a tough game. “We have to make sure we turn up on the day and until the end of […]
Report: Bristol City U21 4-0 AFC Bournemouth U21
15 October 2025 Bristol City’s Under-21s ran rampant as they earned their first victory since August in great style by beating Bournemouth’s U21 side 4-0 at Ashton Gate. A great display from the home side would see Olly Thomas, Luke Skinner, Zack Ali and Devonte Ferguson secure victory for Dennis Baraznowski’s side. Skinner had a […]
Fundraising Effort for Ex-Cheltenham Town Loanee and Bristol City Record Holder Marvin Brown As He Faces The Unimaginable
Former Bristol City player, Marvin Brown’s family have set-up a fundraiser that has had a great repsponse so far raising over £14,500 following his diagnosis of cholangiocarcinoma, and aggressive and rare bile duct cancer. The ex-Cheltenham Town loanee has since been moved on to end of life care as nothing can be done to help […]











