Gloucestershire Blog

Go nuts! Foraging in Gloucestershire

Lucy takes us on a journey through the lanes of Gloucestershire, and discovers trees, festooned with nuts.

Discover St Briavels in the Forest of Dean

St Briavels is one of those places that just seems to have it all - history, scenery, art and architecture. Discover this pretty village on the south-western edge of Gloucestershire.

Christmas gifts handmade in Gloucestershire

This Christmas, skip the high street - Here are some of Gloucestershire's finest makers and what they create.

Your summer starts at Westonbirt!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure at Westonbirt! Whether you're bringing the whole family or gathering with friends, Forestry England's Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, is bursting with excitement, wonder, and natural beauty.

Nature inspired outdoor activities at Sudeley Castle this May Half Term

With activities taking place all week, Sudeley Castle & Gardens is the perfect destination to take the kids to blow off some steam this May half term.

Stick Man returns to Westonbirt for a family adventure trail

Families will have the chance to join a new forest adventure as the much-loved character Stick Man, based on the beautiful picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, returns to Forestry England's Westonbirt, The National Arboretum in 2025.

Gloucester History Festival - The Best of the Fest goes Digital

The Gloucester History Trust is launching a new digital festival starring Britain's leading historians, broadcasters and authors to keep fans entertained through the coldest months of the year.

What's so great about Gloucestershire?

Gloucestershire, often overlooked in favour of its more famous neighbours, is a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered. But what's so great about Gloucestershire?

Westonbirt Arboretum at the forefront of reducing single-use plastic in forests

This spring saw the annual Arb Show descend on Westonbirt, The National Arboretum. With over 3,000 visitors, many working in the forestry sector, the show provided a great opportunity to demonstrate how Westonbirt is pioneering new ways to reduce the need for single-use plastic when planting trees.

Unveiling the Enchantment: A Guide to Gloucestershire's Forest of Dean

The Forest of Dean, nestled in the western embrace of Gloucestershire, England, is an area steeped in history, brimming with natural beauty, and bursting with activities for every type of traveller.

5 ways to get the creative juices flowing when visiting Gloucester

Gloucester is the ideal place to come to take a break, soak up the vibes and get your creative juices flowing.

Her Majesty The Queen affirms patronage of Westonbirt Arboretum charity

Her Majesty The Queen has announced her patronage of the Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum. Based at Westonbirt Arboretum, the charity works in partnership with Forestry England to protect and conserve the 600 acres and 15,000 trees for people to enjoy.

Everyman Theatre's full 2024 Season Announced

Get your diaries out and get booking! The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, has released their newest brochure, unveiling the exciting line up of shows and performances audiences can look forward to throughout 2024 and heading into 2025.

Be a wildlife superhero this spring at Westonbirt

As winter's cold passes and spring bursts into life, something magical is happening at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum. The warmer and longer days bring the emergence of many forms of precious new life...

King Charles III plants critically endangered tree at Westonbirt Arboretum

King Charles III joined staff at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum to plant an endangered tree this week.

Win Big And Help Save Lives Through Midlands Air Ambulance's Christmas Raffle

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity are pleased to launch its annual festive raffle, offering players the chance to win a £3000 prize.

Midlands Air Ambulance's Gloucester Shop Hosts In-Store Defibrillator

The Midlands Air Ambulance Charity's Gloucester shop now has an in store defibrillator that is ready to use by the public should they ever need it

Bean there, drank that - 5 Coffee hideouts in Gloucestershire that will trigger your Deja-Brew hard!

Lily introduces us to 5 places in Gloucestershire that coffee lovers shouldn't miss.

A Guide to Gloucestershire during Cheltenham Gold Cup 2023

Rosie takes us on a journey through some of the attractions in Gloucestershire which may be of interest to people visiting the area for The Cheltenham Festival.

Gloucestershire Strolls - Hailes Parish Church to St. Kenelm's Well

This walk of just over 5 miles (return) has just about everything - a free car park, historic buildings and really stunning views, with the promise of refreshment at the end. The only small downfall is the steepness of some of the climbs - but it's well worth the effort.

You can also access the area by the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway which stops locally at the Hayles Abbey Halt railway station.

Festive season arrives at Gloucester Quays

Resident Gloucestershire blogger Denise Alterskye visits Gloucester Quays as it gets in the Christmas mood!

Gloucestershire Strolls - A walk around Tewkesbury

Our walks are usually from A to B sort of walks, but today it was all about the Gloucestershire town of Tewkesbury - A new Gloucestershire Blog from Sue McGreal.

Cheltenham - A quick tour

I recently had the fortunate opportunity to visit Cheltenham. Although the visit was brief I was so 'blown away' with the floral beauty architecture and café society vibe.

A truly unique mix of traditional and trendy.

Gloucestershire Strolls - Evenlode to Moreton-in-Marsh

Though we normally walk on lanes around the North Cotswolds villages, a gentle stroll through the Gloucestershire Cotswolds was on the cards this time.

Burger King to create a whopping 30 new jobs in Gloucester

Gloucester will become the latest home of the Whopper, with a brand-new Burger King restaurant opening its doors at The Old Log Pond, Bristol Road, Gloucester, GL2 5DN creating 30 new job opportunities in the local area.

RAF Chedworth - From spitfires to model aircraft

The story and history of RAF Chedworth in Gloucestershire

Dobbies virtual events to elevate Gloucestershire gardens

Dobbies, the UK's leading garden centre retailer, has announced two virtual Expert Events to help Gloucestershire gardeners elevate their green spaces this summer, no matter the size or style of their garden.

Johanna's 80th birthday wing walk at Rencomb Aerodrome near Cirencester

Johanna Hamer, of Bishops Cleeve in Gloucestershire, is taking on the brave challenge of a wing walk, to mark her 80th birthday and raise funds for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.

Gloucestershire duo tackle trail runs for Midlands Air Ambulance charity

Gloucestershire locals Matt Hardwick and Adam 'Zoom-Zoom' Merriman are taking on the mammoth challenge of two trail runs over one weekend in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.

Things I love about Gloucestershire

Denise Alterskye tells us about the things she loves about Gloucestershire

Embrace the Outdoors

Embrace The Outdoors offers guided trail runs in Gloucestershire in a fun social setting with no time pressure and unhindered by needing to plan a route. Damian Parker tells us how Embrace the Outdoors was born.