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Council commits £2.5m to prevent landslips on Rushmire Hill
Construction work is expected to begin early in 2025 to stabilise land on Rushmire Hill and prevent further traffic delays on the B4058. The B4058 is a key route in the county connecting Wotton-under-Edge with areas to the north and west, such as Nailsworth, Stroud...
County council saves bus service after contractor declares bankruptcy
Passengers of the number 60 bus service which operates from Dursley, Wotton-under-Edge and Thornbury can rest easy following the appointment of a new provider. Last week operator Transpora declared bankruptcy, putting the 60 bus service at risk. Gloucestershire County...
🎉 Win a Family Ticket to Frampton Country Fair! 🎉
Get ready for a fun-filled day at one of the last truly traditional country fairs! We’re giving away a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) to the Frampton Country Fair on Sunday, 8 September. Held in the breathtaking 30-acre parkland of the Frampton Court Estate,...
Wotton-under Edge Civic Society – looking to the future
Article by Martin Clarke Wotton-under-Edge Civic Society was formed early in 1967, the same year as the Civic Amenities Act, following the insensitive replacement of a historic shop front a by a bland expanse of plate glass. It is a registered charity (no 281203), its...
See the incredible King’s Stanley eye-popping fossil fish at the Museum in the Park
A rare collection of nine beautifully preserved fossil fish - including an eye-popping pachycormus fish in three dimensions - is on public display for the first time at Stroud’s Museum in the Park. The early Jurassic marine fossils date from about 183 million years...
Tytherington quarry launches blasting notification service for locals
Heidelberg Materials UK has introduced a blasting notification service for residents living near Tytherington quarry, South Gloucestershire. Residents can receive real-time updates about quarry blasting via text message or email. The free service will ensure residents...
Get Clicking for Cobalt
We’re thrilled to announce the return of Cobalt’s Capture a Moment Photography Competition for 2024 and entries are open until 31st July 2024. By taking part you are helping to fund our specialist nurse who helps teenagers and young adults for cancer across...
Seven Ways For Little Ones To Go Wild This Summer Holidays
With the summer holidays fast approaching, leading wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is sharing seven really wild ways to keep the kids entertained this year, come rain or shine! 1. Count butterflies for the Big Butterfly Count Take part in the world’s biggest...
Shared Lives Carers inspiring others to make a difference
To celebrate Shared Lives Week (24 - 28 June) carers in Gloucestershire are hoping to inspire others to provide a home and family to someone with care and support needs, helping them to make the most of life. Shared Lives Week is an annual flagship campaign to...