Business Rates and Business Grants For the latest information on grant support and business rates please visit Gloucester City Council Website Business grants for Tier 2 and Tier 3 If you are already in receipt of a grant payment you do not need to re-apply, the grant...
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Go Gold in Gloucester this September
Gloucester is invited to 'Go Gold' this September to support Emily’s Gift. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and 37 children are receiving cancer treatment on the Emily Kent Unit in Gloucestershire Royal Hospital presently. Hundreds are in remission &...
Guidance: Reopening Businesses and Venues
Step 1 - from 8 March Businesses permitted to open remain the same as currently allowed. In addition, businesses eligible to host childcare and supervised activities for children (such as community centres or libraries) will be able to host these activities for...
Help available for Gloucester businesses severely financially impacted by Covid-19
Gloucester City Council is urging non-essential businesses including retail mandated to close, hospitality, accommodation, gym, leisure centres, hairdressers and nail salons severely financially impacted by Covid during the current lockdown to find out if they are...
Help Preserve History by Sharing your Memories of Westgate Street
Gloucester residents are being asked to share their memories of Westgate Street and help conserve its unique history as part of the Cathedral Quarter Heritage Action Zone. The Cathedral Quarter High Street Heritage Action Zone is a £3.8 million scheme run by...
Help to Grow Management Programme
The University of Gloucestershire is delighted to announce that we have been approved to deliver 2 cohorts of the Help to Grow Management programme in 2025. 50 hours worth of learning via face to face and online delivery, including 10 hours with a mentor that you...
Hidden Gems
Gloucester, a city steeped in history, offers a delightful array of antique shops that cater to collectors, decorators, and history enthusiasts alike. Among these, the Gloucester Antiques Centre and Janners Emporium stand out as must-visit destinations.Located at 26...
High Street Shopping in Gloucester
Gloucester offers a diverse and vibrant retail experience, blending high-street favourites, independent boutiques, and outlet shopping. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, everyday essentials, or discounted designer brands, Gloucester caters to every...
Hospitality Sector Networking
📢 Calling all Hospitality Professionals - here is an early date for your 2025 diary....... 📅 The Federation of Small Businesses is delighted to be hosting an online networking session in January to bring together people from across the hospitality business community...
How to Communicate to Employees with Confidence
Join three experts online as they discuss and talk you through how to stop paying lip service to employees and communicate with confidence in times of change. The coming months will see countless employers face difficult conversations with their employees around...
Improvements to be made to GL1 Leisure Centre with Government funding
Gloucester City Council has been awarded a share of a £60 million Government fund to make improvements to swimming pools at GL1 Leisure Centre. The council will receive a total of £432,500 to make improvements to GL1 that will ensure its long-term financial...
In Celebration of Gloucester’s Independent Businesses
This year is probably the most important for independent businesses as they look to rebuild. The money spent in local, independent shops and businesses makes a real difference to the owners and the local economy. Here we celebrate ten out of our (many!) fabulous...
Independent Shops in Gloucester
Gloucester boasts a vibrant selection of independent shops, each offering unique products and personalised experiences. Here are seven must-visit independent stores in the city:Located on College Street, The Candle Tree is a charming boutique specializing in...
Independents Week – Blog – Support Small UK Gloucester
Gabrielle Faulkner-Aston, Support Small UK Gloucester As the local host for Support Small UK in Gloucester, I see first-hand just how many incredible independent businesses make up our community. Every day I am blown away by the passion, time, and love that are poured...
Independents Week – Blog – FSB
Sam Holliday, FSB Development Manager, Gloucestershire, Bristol, Bath & South Gloucestershire Gloucester is, proudly, a city of small, independent businesses. In 2023 over 85 per cent of all the city’s businesses were either run by sole traders or had less than...
Independents Week – Spotlight – Aroma
Southgate Street, Welcome to Aroma Indian Restaurant, your gateway to an Indian inspired dining experience in the heart of Gloucester. Renowned for its culinary heritage, our restaurant brings a rich tapestry of flavours and traditional recipes to your table. The...
Independents Week – Spotlight – Cafe Rene
Cafe Rene, Marylone, Southgate Street, Cafe Rene is a corner stone of the Gloucester Food and Drink Scene. We pride ourselves on our commitment to supporting local music! We have a diverse menu full of home made dishes, all freshly prepared. Our drinks range is wide,...
Independents Week – Spotlight – Loves2pets Ltd
Love2Pets, 134-136 Bristol Road We started Love2pets in May 2020, as I have a keen interest in pet welfare. I wanted to offer only the best products for pets. I mystery shopped some of the big pet stores and was surprised to find that the products that they...
Independents Week – Spotlight – MW Weddings & Events
Online My name's Molly and I'm a wedding coordinator, planner & lover of love! I believe that love, and individuality, wins so I create unique weddings & events with this always in mind. Check out MW Weddings & Events's Independents Week offer
Independents Week – Spotlight – RollerXpress
RollerXpress, Gloucester Quays We are a family owned not for profit roller disco offer a fun, inclusive community skate venue to be enjoyed 7 days a week within the Gloucester Quays outlet centre.