News
Were reviewing polling stations and we need the public’s views
Everyone who votes in the Stroud district can comment on a review which will ensure polling stations are accessible to all. Stroud District Council is required by law to review polling districts and polling places (the building or area where polling stations...
Used car travels in an 04 Ford Focus Zetec
Article and Photography: Martin Hall Before the advent of the car, travelling around the country was difficult, not impossible, but time consuming and dangerous. Early cart sharing schemes were a disaster whilst maps were rare and warned of mysterious beasts...
THE GOLDEN ORIOLE
By Christiane Goaziou The Golden Oriole is a magnificent bird, the size of a blackbird or a thrush. Its length is 24 cms, its wingspan between 44 and 47 cms and its weight between 56 and 59 grams. Its life span is eight to twelve years. Its flight is...
Mayors Report October 2023
Christmas is coming! Gideon of the Cotswold Book Room and some town traders have kindly volunteered to organise this years Christmas Under The Edge event which will take place on Saturday 2nd December from 4pm. The event will start with a Christmas...
A bird in the hand
Article & Photo by Mark Pasco Wotton resident, Lucy Stanley, only has a short walk to work at the Auction Rooms - but nobody can say she is not swift. Not now anyway! First, she spotted adult swifts flying in to a tiny hole, on the east facing side of the...
Vets urge owners to create safe spaces for pets ahead of Bonfire Night and Diwali
As fireworks season approaches, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urging pet owners and animal keepers to start preparing now to prevent possible injury and distress to their pets and livestock in the run up to Bonfire Night (5 November), Diwali (12...
National Honey Day 21 October, 2023
The British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) is celebrating one of the great pleasures in life on National Honey Day, Friday, 21 October local honey. The charity, which represents 28,000 beekeepers, urges honey-lovers to buy a jar produced as close to their homes as they...
Get a FREE Grand Appeal Will and support Bristol Children’s Hospital
We are so lucky to have Bristol Childrens Hospital covering our area. It provides an unrivalled level of service when our youngsters are most in need. Local solicitor John Baden-Daintree says, “The Bristol Childrens hospital literally saved our 6 year old...
The Hollies and Holly Oak residents enjoy concert from Oz Clarke and cycling musicians
Musicians from the music charity Armonico Consort, sang and played for residents at the Hollies Care Centre on Friday 8th of September, alongside TV presenter, wine expert and singer Oz Clarke. The group visited the care home as part of their 200-mile fundraising bike...