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Keep mince pies out of reach of pets this Christmas
Article by British Veterinary Association Vets are warning pet owners to keep mince pies and Christmas puddings out of paw’s reach over the festive period as more than three quarters report treating dogs for toxic ingestion after eating sultanas or raisins....
Macmillan tips for finding your festive when living with cancer
Article by Chief Nursing Officer at Macmillan Cancer Support, Claire Taylor (who has been a cancer nurse for the past 25 years). Even if you think everyone around you is busy, please don't struggle in silence if you need support. Let people know what helps you,...
WIN 2 TICKETS TO KADS Panto: Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
KADS Panto 2025: Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves Kingswood Amateur Dramatic Society is bringing classic pantomime fun to Kingswood Village Hall this winter with Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. Bursting with colour, comedy, and audience participation, this...
WIN 2 TICKETS TO SEE EMELI SANDE AT GOOD TIMES LIVE
EMELI SANDÉ TO LIGHT UP GOOD TIMES LIVE 2026 WITH A SHOW-STOPPING SUNDAY HEADLINE PERFORMANCE Prepare for an unforgettable Bank Holiday weekend in South Gloucestershire as Emeli Sandé takes centre stage on Sunday, 24th May 2026, headlining the closing night of Good...
A Community That Remembers
Wotton has felt the loss of two much-loved figures recently — two people who, in very different ways, added colour, character, and warmth to our community. Each deserves to be remembered in their own right, and together they remind us just how special the...
Changes to Christmas waste and recycling schedules
Stroud District Council is reminding residents of changes to waste and recycling collections over the Christmas and New Year period - and sharing some helpful tips to make recycling easier and support our hardworking crews. Collection date changes Because of bank...
Make charity shops your first stop this Christmas
Make charity shops your first stop this Christmas to save money and reduce waste Stroud District Council is encouraging people to rethink how they shop this festive season. In the council’s latest annual residents’ survey, 80% of respondents said they were concerned...
A Beer for a Pioneer
Mills Brewing x Dr Jenner’s House Unveil a Grape-Infused Beer Dr Jenner’s House is raising a glass - quite literally - to celebrate a new collaboration with their friends at Mills Brewing, who have crafted a limited edition beer made with grapes harvested from...
Christmas Evening Tractor Run
CHRISTMAS EVENING TRACTOR RUN - WITH ORIGINAL SANTA FLOAT! (See Facebook Page - Horton Tractor Run - for live tracker map on the night) SUNDAY, 21ST DECEMBER 2025 Start and Finish at Horton Social Club 4:00pm to 7:00pm ALL MONEY RAISED WILL GO TO TIME IS PRECIOUS AND...