Archive

  • WHAT'S ON: Six country shows near you

    Here are some of the best country shows taking place in the coming weeks. Moreton-in-Marsh Show When: Saturday, September 7 Where: Moreton Showground, off the A429 north of the town Featuring over 1000 entries to horse events such as show

  • New seaweed and fudge stalls at Stroud Farmers' Market

    Farmers' market news with Gerb Gerbrands. I had a long chat on the phone to a potential new stallholder this week where I was trying to explain how, although I am unable to offer any stalls to new applicants at the moment, it is still worth sending

  • Nailsworth strikes gold at Heart of England in Bloom awards

    NAILSWORTH scooped a gold award at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards. Judges visited the town in July and yesterday named Nailsworth as among the cream of the crop for the Heart of England. The town scooped gold in the Small Town category,

  • Volunteers sought for Stonehouse litter pick

    All are welcome to the next Stonehouse litter pick on September 15. "Please come along to help our team of volunteers keep our town looking lovely," said Cllr Pam Swain who organises the sweep up of rubbish. Volunteers will meet at The Pod

  • Families say fond farewell to Prinknash Bird and Deer Park

    MUCH loved local attraction Prinknash Bird and Deer Park has shut its doors for good. In a shock announcement on Facebook, it was revealed the popular wildlife park would cease trading in seven days, giving visitors just one week to make the most

  • 17 events taking place near you this week

    Friday, September 6 Free Nordic Walking Taster Fun and friendly way to get fit and tone the whole body, whilst enjoying the outdoors. Booking is essential, it is a 45 minute session. Yate Outdoor Sports Complex, Broad Lane. Book online

  • Intergenerational social club seeks volunteers

    Stroud's intergenerational social club, Interplay, is looking for volunteers to help it continue. The group, which brings together the elderly and young children, is the brainchild of Stroud mum-of-two, Beki Aldam, 36. It was conceived thanks