New shop offers something for everyone

Jan 5, 2024 | Business

Sharing is CaringArticle and Images by Matt Bigwood Make & Mend, situated in Long Street, Wotton-under-Edge, opened its doors in October. It’s run by Marie Benson and Helen Gough, and the shop features the work of local crafters as well as offering an alterations...

Hillesley School Receives Generous Laptop Donation from the Freemasons

Jan 2, 2024 | Charity

Sharing is CaringPupils at Hillesley CE VA Primary School were thrilled to receive some new laptops donated by the Freemasons from The Masonic Lodge in Wotton. Freemasons, Brother Gary Shellard and Worshipful Master, Peter Prater, visited the school to see how the new...

Students’ winning designs highlight council’s housing commitment

Dec 18, 2023 | Charity

Sharing is CaringDevelopment sites earmarked for new homes by Stroud District Council have been brightened up with the help of local art students. Students on the South Gloucestershire and Stroud College Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice course were invited to...

Book your Christmas tree for recycling and support Longfield Community Hospice

Dec 17, 2023 | Charity

Sharing is CaringStroud District Council is backing the Longfield Community Hospice Christmas Tree Recycling campaign. For a suggested minimum donation of £10, real Christmas trees will be collected at the end of the festive period and recycled. This year, the...

Check your festive waste & recycling calendar as some dates are changing over Christmas

Dec 17, 2023 | Environment

Sharing is CaringResidents in the Stroud district are being asked to check their waste and recycling schedules over the Christmas period as some collections will change. There will be no collection on Boxing Day, so waste and recycling that would normally be collected...