The #icare campaign has taken over Instagram since online trolls have targeted Women’s rugby on comment sections on the social media site. The news last Friday regarding the current state of professional women’s rugby in the UK, it was that the Allianz Premier 15s will be suspended for 2 weeks and the Women’s Six Nations […]
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‘ASK FOR ANI’ codeword scheme to ‘provide more support for those not safe at home’
‘Ask for ANI’, a new codeword scheme has been set up for victims of domestic abuse to help them signal for assistance in Chemists and Pharmacies. Developed by the Home Office ‘Ask for ANI’, meaning (Action Needed Immediately), is designed to assist victims in a subtle and covert way. It was put into action this […]
‘Christmas looks a little different this year’: Gloucester Cathedral’s Christmas carol service online this year
Carol services have always been the perfect way to celebrate Christmas This year Gloucester Cathedral will be hosting carol services online due to the on-going pandemic. The cathedral has been a place of Christian worship for over 1,300 years and this is the first time Christmas carols will be virtual. With families separated until December 23, […]
How will the tier system affect your local EFL club?
With a new regional coronavirus tier system announced, the question on many sports fans’ lips remains; ‘When will fans be allowed back in stadiums?’. Gloucestershire was been confirmed this morning as a tier 2 region in a government announcement confirming it’s status. This is good news for the county’s sports fans, as it confirms that […]
Glos goes green
This month we’ve gone green. The University of Gloucestershire has created a March challenge sheet so you can go green this month and become responsible for your own waste. The challenges consist of giving to charity, using re-usable cups, volunteering, and much more. You get points for each challenge you take part in and at […]
Where to get the best breakfast this race week
Cheltenham’s race festival is a massive event. It draws in thousands of people each year, eager to get their hands on some cash, drink and fun. But, none of this can happen without that hearty full English each morning. Here are the top 7 places to grab your grub this race week. Pittville Pump Room […]
Cheltenham’s Lido joins the ultimate swimming challenge
Sandford Parks Lido in Cheltenham is set to take part in Marathon Swims. This is the ultimate swimming challenge where swimmers can take part in a 10k, 5k or 1k swimming marathon. Cheltenham’s lido will be the first Marathon Swims event outside of London. The founder of Marathon Swims, Diccon Loy, said, “Sandford Parks is one of only 11 […]
6 year olds to be offered mindfulness sessions
Mindfulness is practiced by thousands of adults year on year, but now classes are running for children as young as 6. The Isbourne centre in Cheltenham is running a ‘Mini Minds’ mindfulness session for children aged 6-10. It includes fun actives and mindful practices that help children learn the skills they need to help them […]
CRICKET ONE DAY CUP SOUTH GROUP: Gloucestershire vs Hampshire
Gloucestershire will be looking to bounce back after yesterdays defeat to Surrey when the face top of the group, Hampshire at home tomorrow. Gloucestershire are currently fifth in the south group with two wins from three. Embed from Getty Images A tight victory against Glamorgan and a fantastic run chase against Essex gave them a […]
COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP: Middlesex vs Gloucestershire Preview
Gloucestershire will be hoping to return to winning ways when they take on Middlesex at Lords tomorrow. Embed from Getty Images Their last two results have been a loss against Glamorgan and a draw against Sussex. Middlesex are also in a slump having lost their last game against Sussex and drawing their game with Glamorgan. […]