Cheltenham Borough Council is being asked to block an application for a lap dancing club to open in Cheltenham. The Fantasy club on Bath Road hosted lap dancing events for previous race weeks, but various groups are contesting the application from Massimo Salatino this year. CheltFems say that, “Lap dancing is discriminatory. As long as […]
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The Shaggy Dog Raconteur Is In Town
“We always get nervous but it keeps us on our paws.” Folk and Blues band The Shaggy Dog Raconteur are heading to Gloucester’s pub Dick Whittington tonight. The band have been together and touring Gloucestershire for two years, with two new members joining a year ago. Their interesting band name came from the classic book ‘The […]
5 things to do in Cheltenham this weekend
Take a trip to the theatre Head to the Everyman for a performance of the critically-acclaimed show ‘Birdsong’. Marking the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, it’s an enthralling tale of love and courage enjoyed by over 200,000 people on its previous sold-out show. Buy your tickets here. 2. Cheer on Gloucester […]
“Increased risk of prostitution” forces The Two Pigs to ban single women
The Two Pigs in Cheltenham, which hosts Eroticats lap dancing during race events, will ban the entry of lone women when they turn into a sexual entertainment venue. When the Two Pigs submitted an application for the renewal of their Sexual Entertainment Venue Licence in October, licensing officer Phil Cooper outlined all incidents that had […]
Sketchers store opening revealed
American footwear brand Skechers will be opening in Cheltenham’s Regent Arcade on Friday, March 2. Managing Director and Owner Lindsay Jones manages LJPR, providing business communication and advice for local businesses, and in particular, the Regent Arcade. The deal between the Regent Arcade and Skechers was signed late last year, taking several months for a new store […]
Doggie days out: 5 dog-friendly businesses in Cheltenham
If you own a dog, you’ll know that they’re part of the family, meaning you’ll want to include them on your days out. We’ve compiled a list of places in Cheltenham in honour of International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day (yes, it’s a real thing – look it up) that will gladly welcome you and your […]
£2.5million re-development of Leisure at Cheltenham to begin on Monday
Cheltenham Borough Council have announced that a planned £2.5million re-development of Leisure at Cheltenham will begin on Monday. Sport England have provided funding of £330,000 for the revamp, which includes extending the fitness suite, building two new exercise studios as well as a new aquatic play space. Improvements to the reception area and changing rooms […]
“This was a revenge attack”: Controversial councillor responds exclusively to Parklife over Gollywog row
The district councillor who this week found herself at the centre of a racist row has spoken exclusively to our Parklife editor. Distressed Lynn Sterry, who shared a “Bring back the Gollywogs” post on her Facebook page, has said the row has caused her to have “horrible thoughts” about her life as she has been hounded […]
Councillor resigns following ‘Bring back Gollywog’ social media share
The chair of a district council has resigned from her post after sharing a controversial post on her Facebook account. Lynn Sterry had shared a meme on her Facebook page that said ‘Like and share if you want the Golliwogs back’ and has since confirmed her resignation as Chair of the Forest of Dean District […]
SIX NATIONS: Preview of this week’s action
Friday 23 February 2018 – 20:00 – France v Italy Heading into the halfway point of this year’s Six Nations tournament, both France and Italy are yet to pick up a win. France sit above Italy who are rock bottom having failed to win any of their last 14 Six Nation matches. Mathieu Bastareaud returns […]