With just a day to go, the warmer weather has arrived just in time for the 6th annual CAMRA Gloucester Beer Festival. Organised by CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale), the festival has a huge range of drinks available for beer-appreciators, with around 100 beers on offer from breweries both local and further afield. Over 30 […]
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SNOOKER: Jack Lisowski to play Stuart Bingham in First Round of World Championships
Jack Lisowski, has never progressed past the round of 32, as he was knocked-out in the 2013 edition by Barry Hawkins (who eventually came runner-up to Ronnie O’Sullivan). Lisowski made his way through to this stage gaining 30 frames and only conceding 10, beating Christopher Keogan (10-4), David Grace (10-3) and Alan McManus (10-3). Lisowski […]
UOG EQUESTRIAN: Reaction to Varsity victory
The University of Gloucestershire first started competing against their rivals from Worcestershire in 2006 but it was only in 2013 when Women’s Equestrian first started competing in the tournament. This year’s event took place last Wednesday in what proved to be a tight contest between the two, as Gloucestershire came out on top as a result […]
What’s on in Gloucester this weekend
It’s the last weekend of the Easter holidays for many, so make the most of weekend, whatever the weather. We’ve compiled a list of the best things you can do to enjoy the end of the holidays: An evening of mediumship with Nikki Kitt Where: The Kings Theater Gloucester When: Satuday 14th April at 7:30pm […]
Awards celebrate outstanding women of the West
An awards ceremony was held last night in recognition of women in the South West who make a difference in their communities. The event, previously named “Women of the Year Awards”, was re-launched this year to celebrate both 100 years of women’s suffrage and International Women’s Day, titled ‘West Women of the Year‘. International Women’s […]
SNOOKER: Meet Cheltenham’s Jack Lisowski
Cheltenham has never had a winner of the Snooker World Championship, even though the prestigious event has been held since 1927. But that could all change in the coming years following the meteoric rise of Jack Lisowski. The 26-year-old has had by far his best season over the past six months, reaching his first ranking […]
‘I may have bitten off more than I can chew’: the Cheltenham cyclist riding to Malta for charity
By Beth Howard and Ellie Kirwin-Jones A cyclist who has lost friends and family to suicide is riding 2,100 miles through Europe to raise money for a mental health charity. Mike Swinford, 26, from Cheltenham, is fundraising for CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) by cycling to Malta later this year. On September 1, Mike will […]
“His heart is one of the biggest I’ve ever known”: Cheltenham night time hero nominated for award
The leader of a life saving community group who keep people safe at night has been nominated for a top award. Cheltenham Guardians CERT founder Terry Howard has been shortlisted as one of two semi-finalists in The Breeze Charity Champion Award. The event is sponsored by Volunteering Gloucestershire and recognises local heroes for their work […]
Will businesses be hit hard by blizzard on payday weekend?
It may be payday weekend but businesses throughout Gloucestershire might not find themselves snowed under by customers this weekend. With the Beast from the East and Storm Emma wreaking havoc across the country, it’s likely that shoppers will be unwilling to brave the icy conditions outside to nip into town. According to Zenith Media, weekly […]