Police have shut down a large cannabis factory in Gloucester. Officers discovered the plants being grown in a disused primary school in Tredworth last month (Friday 29 July). The large commercial operation covered eight rooms across three storeys. A total of 1,700...
City Centre
Care homes to close after call-in voted down
The closure of four Gloucestershire care homes will go ahead as councillors today (July 20) voted down a call-in for the decision. Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) leaders agreed last month to decommission Bohanam House in Gloucester, Orchard House in Bishop’s...
Care leavers share how foster carers have changed their lives
Two care leavers in Gloucestershire are sharing how their foster families have changed their lives, in a bid to inspire more people to become foster carers. Becca and Dallas have both spent time in foster care and want to share what a massive difference it has made...
CARF Covid Additional Relief Fund – applications open
Gloucester City Council have some further business relief funding – Covid Additional Relief Fund (CARF), which is for business rate account payers for the financial year 2021-22 only. Eligibility Criteria: • it is for those business ratepayers only who have not been...
Cathedral Quarter
Learn more about Gloucester's High Street Heritage Action Zone - Cathedral Quarter, Westgate Gloucester Westgate is one of the oldest and best preserved areas of Gloucester and the main commercial route linking the cathedral to the rest of the city. One of four...
Cathedral Quarter Story Survey
Cathedral Quarter Team are after your input! Tell us a story and help inform the future of Westgate Street Go to surveymonkey.co.uk/r/CathedralQuarterStory or scan the QR code
Cathedral Quarter: A Secret Paradise for Foodies
The Cathedral Quarter in Gloucester is rapidly emerging as a culinary hotspot, boasting a diverse range of restaurants offering something for every palate. From authentic Thai flavours to sizzling Indian dishes and vibrant Caribbean cuisine, this charming street is a...
CCTV appeal following robbery at Coney Hill shop this morning
Police investigating a robbery at a shop in Gloucester this morning have issued CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident. Police were called to a shop in Coney Hill shortly before 8.50am today, Thursday 27 October, following...
CCTV image released in connection with sexual assault in Gloucester pub
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to identify in connection with a sexual assault in a Gloucester pub. A man who was in The Lord High Constable of England Wetherspoons pub in Gloucester Docks approached a woman he did not know and tried to talk to...
CCTVs donated to tackle flytipping don’t work or are about to conk out
Councillor Richard Cook Gloucester City Council Leader Two of the second-hand surveillance cameras which were donated to tackle flytipping in Gloucester are broken and the others are not being used full-time over fears they will also conk out. Gloucestershire...
Celebrate the county of Gloucestershire at Gloucester Cathedral this February
This February Half Term, all are warmly welcome to join a celebration of Gloucestershire’s heritage and creativity. From a photography exhibition and family-friendly activities, to tours of the hidden library and a spectacular concert, there is something for everyone...
Chance to go behind the scene at Gloucester Cathedral
On Saturday 22, Friday 28 and Saturday 29 October, Gloucester Cathedral invites you to ‘Access All Most Areas’, where visitors will be able to explore this magnificent building in a completely new way. During these special evening openings, a number of the...
Channel 4 to host election debate in Gloucester
Channel 4 will host an election debate in Gloucester this month. The broadcaster is the first network to confirm plans for a national TV debate of the main parties contending in upcoming local elections. ‘The UK Decides: Local Elections Debate’ will take place on...
Charity Christmas tree collection raised over £68k
Longfield Community Hospice has announced the success of its recent Christmas tree recycling scheme, raising an impressive £68,429.15 in income. The initiative saw dedicated volunteers from the hospice collecting nearly 4,000 trees from households across Stroud...
Charity Shop Campaign launched by Gloucester BID
Gloucester BID will be showcasing its charity shops in Gloucester City Centre in a month-long campaign this March. It will encourage the public to view charity shops as vital places where they can frequently shop for valuable items they would typically get from high...
Charity Super.Mkt to Open Debut Outlet Store at Gloucester Quays
Peel has announced that Charity Super.Mkt, the UK’s first-ever multi-charity shop, is set to open its next pop-up at premier southwest urban outlet Gloucester Quays. The 4,000 sq ft store will launch at the outlet on March 14th, introducing its popular ‘second-hand...
Chief ‘sorry’ for damning hospital inspection
Health chief Deborah Lee has apologised but will not resign after inspectors raised concerns over surgical safety, bullying and racial discrimination at Gloucestershire’s two main hospitals. Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust’s overall rating was...
Child injured in collision in Gloucester this morning
Police are appealing for witnesses after a child was injured in a collision in Gloucester this morning. The incident happened on Stroud Road just before 11am and involved a pedestrian, an 11-year-old girl, and a car. It is believed the child sustained a fractured...
Christmas 2022 Bin Collections in Gloucestershire
GLOUCESTER The day people’s rubbish is collected in Gloucester may change over Christmas and New Year. Gloucester City Council has published its Christmas collection schedule to inform residents of the changes. While residents’ black bin collection day may change over...
Christmas comes early for Gloucester shoppers
Christmas shoppers can now enjoy free parking every Thursday until Christmas at both the Kings Walk and Eastgate Shopping Centre car parks. Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) and Gloucester City Council are funding the festive offer, which will see...