Cheltenham race week is coming up, and the question that might be on most people’s minds is how do I place my bet? Of course, you have the book makers at the stands, and then there are the hundreds of betting apps, or of course the classic betting shop. But what’s going to get you […]
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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 […]
Gloucester’s adventure man runs 230 marathons across the US for charity
Adventurer Jamie McDonald, is to run more than 200 marathons across the US dressed as a superhero to raise money for charity. The fundraiser from Gloucester, will embark on a gruelling challenge; where he will run a marathon to complete the journey which. He’ll take in 15 states across the US. Jamie says: “I do […]
Cheltenham Beauty Week: expert urges people to “look after your scalp first”
Healthy hair is something everybody wants, but experts at Cheltenham Beauty Week say it all starts with looking after your scalp. Visitors to the festival were able to see new technology which takes video images to show the condition of the scalp in microscopic detail. The image shown shows how dry or damaged the scalp […]
Gloucester Beer Festival raises the bar as event is bigger than ever
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 […]
‘What time is it love? Bedtime!’ Alarm at sexist intimidation from Gloucester construction site
An investigation has been launched after women in Gloucester complained about intimidating catcalling from an £18 million construction site in the city centre. They say they are disgusted at the actions of some workers at the Blackfriars site where a new student accommodation complex is taking shape. The latest incident was witnessed by student Mel […]
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 […]
Revealed: The annual salary of Gloucestershire County Council bosses
Council bosses are taking home more than £1 million a year, according to data from the TaxPayers’ Alliance. The figures show that the top nine earners in the council make over three times more than the average full time worker in the area, with five of them earning more than £120,000 per year. Peter Bungard, […]
“We want people to be housed safely and securely”: homeless shelter proves to be a success.
Featured photo by JORGE LOPEZ In January, the Gloucester City Mission opened it’s doors overnight to give the vulnerable a place to feel safe and a place to sleep. Every night since the January 5, the Mission has been supplying hot meals, sleeping bags, breakfast and showers to those in need. The opening of the […]