Feb 7th, 2022 | BID, Events, News
The countdown is on for Gloucester’s free three-day Folk Trail when the city will be alive with activity! Venues across the city will attract folk fans from across the country during the Folk Trail from Friday 18th February to Sunday 20th February. The annual event...
Mar 24th, 2023 | City Centre
Care workers have too long been undervalued and should be paid at least £2 more than the national minimum wage, Shire Hall chiefs say. Gloucestershire County Councillors have recognised this...
County care workers ‘should be paid at least £2 more an hour’ by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Dec 7th, 2022 | City Centre
Shire Hall – © Copyright Stephen Richards Gloucestershire County Council is so desperate for school funding that it is considering legal action in a bid to secure millions of pounds...
County council considers legal action against districts by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jan 25th, 2023 | City Centre
Shire Hall – © Copyright Stephen Richards Gloucestershire residents are likely to see their council tax bills go up by 5% from April as Shire Hall chiefs recommend another hike....
County council proposes 5% tax hike by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Dec 11th, 2020 | News, Safety & Security
Download COVID action cards, which advises what you should do if there is an outbreak in your organisation. There are specific cards relevant to each of the sectors listed below: Restaurants/pubs/cafés/takeaways DOWNLOAD Campsites and caravan parks DOWNLOAD...
Apr 3rd, 2020 | BID, City Centre, Community
COVID19 Advice for Gloucester Businesses BID members will, no doubt, already be aware of the many websites that are currently offering business advice and support, but the following links might be of special interest…. If you’ve not seen, we’ve set up the...
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Apr 16th, 2021 | BID, Environmental, Safety & Security
After hearing about a location on Southgate Street, just near to Julian Charles, being littered with needles and other litter, the Gloucester City Protection Officers did not hesitate by assisting Urbaser [Amey] by going to CGL, collecting a needle box and clearing...
Feb 28th, 2018 | BID, Community, Safety & Security
On a daily basis the CPOs are dealing with a wide range of issues from lost children to fly-tipping and shoplifters to street drinkers. We are getting feedback from shops to say their stock loss has reduced and the prolific shoplifters are very frustrated at being...
Oct 30th, 2022 | City Centre
More than 800 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) have been issued on behalf of Gloucester City Council this year, to crack down on environmental crime offences including fly-tipping and littering. The...
Crack down on fly-tipping and littering by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jan 26th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Crazy Goat Crazy Goat are a young vibrant traditional folk band from Devon. At a Crazy Goat gig expect lots of West Country fun from this energetic band fuelled by scrumpy and cheese. They’ll give you an evening of entertainment with song and tunes from all over the...
May 7th, 2021 | BID, Business Support, Marketing & Promotion, News
Supporting Gloucester’s businesses has never been more important after months of coronavirus restrictions, and a new campaign means there’s also never been a better reason. Spend It is a nationwide initiative which encourages people to use Town and City Gift Cards to...
Oct 3rd, 2022 | City Centre
The cost of the cyber attack which hit Gloucester City Council has risen to £787,000 so far and civic chiefs cannot rule out it will top £1 million. Benefit payments,...
Cyber attack bill could top £1 million by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jan 26th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Dampiers Round We bring a lively sound on a variety of instruments – mainly fiddle, guitar and bass, but often flute, keyboard and harp. Dampier’s have established a reputation as a Folk Festival Dance Band, a Playford Ball Band, or Ceilidh or Barn Dance...
Feb 2nd, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Dan Cummings Dan Cummings is a craftsman based between Gloucester and the forest of Dean, inspired by nature, folklore and traditional craft’s, he creates decorative, aswell as functional, wooden items from locally sourced, sustainable...
Jan 27th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Danny Hammond Danny Hammond is a local musician, guitar teacher and member of the Folk Trail team. Danny will be bringing us a set of solo instrumental acoustic pieces, utilising open tunings and a list of tunes that span hundreds of...
Nov 1st, 2021 | Reindeer
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Aug 16th, 2016 | Community, News
The Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Trophy will visit Cheltenham and Gloucester this weekend as part of its tour of Great Britain and everyone is invited along. Following Great Britain’s historic...
Davis Cup by BNP Paribas Trophy Tour is coming to Gloucestershire following historic win by Kate | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Apr 6th, 2022 | BID, City Centre, Events, News
A day of spectacular entertainment, music and family activities is set to mark the opening of the new Kings Square following its £5 million transformation. Taking place on Saturday, April 30, the day’s events will show off the newly revamped square’s design based on...
Jul 13th, 2023 | News, City Centre, Community
Rooftop Housing Association and Gloucester City Council have signed a deal that will see a new urban village created, bringing up to 300 new homes to Gloucester city centre. The homes will be built on derelict land at St Oswald’s Park, the site of the former...
Jun 16th, 2016 | Community, News
Staff at a car dealership in Gloucester took part in a football match on Tuesday and helped to raise £292 for a number of charities. Wessex Garages on Mercia Road organised...
Dealership’s football match raises £292 for charities by Kate | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jan 26th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Debra Hannis and Friends A talented young traditional singer from Gloucestershire, Debra sings with a maturity of style far beyond her years and has been described as “The west country’s Julie Murphy” Brought up in a musical family, (her grandparents were “collected”...
Jan 7th, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Awards & Achievements, Business Support, City Awards & Achievements, City Centre, Marketing & Promotion
January is the perfect time to start fresh, declutter your home, and make a positive impact in your community. After the festive season, many of us find ourselves surrounded by items we no longer need or use. Why not turn your post-holiday clean-up into an opportunity...
Jan 26th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Delinquent Roots Delinquent Roots are a Gloucester based urban folk band comprising of Vocalist Alicee Jean, Beatboxer Kiwii Godliman and Musicians Guy Coyle, Danny Hammond and Mark Illingworth who bring a mix of original songs and unique...
Feb 26th, 2017 | City Centre, News
Gloucestershire’s current Deputy Chief Constable Rod Hansen has been named as the county’s temporary chief constable. Mr. Hansen will assume operational control of the Constabulary when the current chief Suzette...
Deputy Chief Constable steps-up ahead of new fire service study by Shaun Moore | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Feb 8th, 2023 | BID, Marketing & Promotion
Throughout February 2023, Gloucester Cathedral is host to the National Monument Against Violence and Aggression (also known as the Knife Angel), a giant sculpture in the shape of an angel that is designed to help us think about peace, friendships, kindness, and...
Aug 25th, 2024 | News, BID
We are pleased to launch our first t-shirt design competition for Gloucester Folk Trail 2025. As a very creative city, young and old, we are looking forward to seeing what inspirational, original and exciting designs you come up with to help celebrate the Gloucester...
Jun 24th, 2016 | Community, News
Former Hartpury College rugby starlet Abbie Brown’s dream year could be about to get even better if she runs out at the Rio Olympic Games this summer. After securing a...
Destination – Rio? Abbie hoping for Olympic sevens selection after whirlwind rugby year with England by Shaun Moore | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Dec 20th, 2021 | BID, News
Gloucester is one step closer to creating a digital city centre, after becoming one of the first places in the UK to have its own digital gift card. The Gloucester Gift Card is now available as an E-card which can be sent to the recipient’s phone instantly as either a...
Mar 24th, 2023 | City Centre
Concerns have been raised about the lack of progress in fixing two Gloucester city centre “eyesores”. The state of Spread Eagle Court with its broken windows and missing tiles in...
Discontent over lack of progress in fixing two prominent Gloucester city centre ‘eyesores’ by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jul 31st, 2023 | Business Support, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News
Throughout August, a packed programme of activities will offer visitors of all ages the chance to learn more about this remarkable place Gloucester Cathedral is delighted to launch a brand-new, family-friendly Summer Challenge that will run between Friday 4 August and...
Apr 22nd, 2021 | BID, Business Support, City Centre, Marketing & Promotion
From beautiful grassy spots to hidden medieval churchyards, Gloucester has some perfect places to enjoy an urban picnic – with Gloucester BID and Visit Gloucester teaming up to share the city’s best picnic spots. With the sun in the sky and the easing of some lockdown...
Jan 26th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Discovery Traditional and contemporary folk music and song: harmony, unison or solo; acapella or accompanied on guitar, mandolin, mandola, dulcimer or concertina. As well as performing folk song, we like to visit other clubs and see what they are like. If we have...
May 11th, 2021 | BID, Business Support
Latest information from Gloucester City Council. We are working hard to get all of the systems up and application platforms running to open up our discretionary restart grant scheme by 18:00 tomorrow – Wednesday 12 May 2021. There will be an application window which...
Oct 5th, 2022 | City Centre
Shire Hall – © Copyright Stephen Richards There is dismay that Gloucestershire County Council has been unable to get to grips with an average yearly overspend of £7 million for...
Dismay over £7m children’s services overspend by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jan 17th, 2025 | BID, City Centre, Events, Highlighted Events, News
The Gloucester Folk Trail, one of the most anticipated cultural events of the new year, is set to enchant audiences from February 14 to 16, 2025. With its rich mix of workshops, ticketed performances, and community spirit, this year’s festival offers an unparalleled...
Feb 23rd, 2017 | City Centre, News
The county council is upgrading a hidden bridge in the Barton area of Gloucester as part of its continued investment in local roads. The bridge, which carries people over the...
Do you know where Gloucester’s hidden bridge is? by Shaun Moore | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
May 26th, 2017 | City Centre, News
29th – 4th is National Boat Fire Safety Week: Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service is holding fire safety events, essential for people living on or owning a boat. In the...
Do you live on a boat? You need to read this advice… by Admin | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Jan 27th, 2022 | Folk Trail Artist
Dog Poo Fairies Not a punk band from the seventies.The Dogpoo Faeries are Richard Cox and Jo Lloyd-Cox.We sing a mix of our own reworked versions of familiar songs, traditional and contemporary, with a few favourites by others.We try to be a little edgey. You know...
Dec 6th, 2021 | News, City Centre, Safety & Security
The campaign will take place across the county throughout December 2021 Drivers are being warned not to get behind the wheel after a pint too many this Christmas with the launch of the annual Anti-Drink and Drug Driving campaign. Motorists can expect to see more...
Feb 5th, 2017 | City Centre, News
Gloucester Tourist Information Centre has won the tourist information centre of the year award and the ‘Winner of Winners’ award, the top accolade of the night for their constant commitment...
Double Gloucester Gold by Shaun Moore | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
May 1st, 2024 | News, City Centre, Events
It’s May and teams are counting down to Sunday May, 12th and this years’ Dragon Boat Festival at Gloucester Docks. The charity event is once again organised by the Rotary Club of Gloucester Severn, and is set to see teams racing across the day aiming to be the top...
Oct 30th, 2023 | City Centre
The Canal & River Trust has recommenced the programme of dredging at Gloucester’s historic docks to increase the depth of the water and improve access for boaters at the UK’s...
Dredging programme back underway at Gloucester Docks by Admin | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Feb 23rd, 2017 | City Centre, News
Drainage ditches near a busy residential and retail area of Quedgeley are being cleared by the county council to help prevent flooding. Dredging work along Bristol Road and Carters Orchard is underway...
Dredging up the future: Quedgeley drain clearing will alleviate floods by Shaun Moore | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
May 26th, 2023 | BID, News
”The second phase of the Canal & River Trust’s dredging programme at Gloucester Docks has seen 5,500m3 of silt removed from the Docks” Please find the latest report from the Canal and River Trust below. Gloucester Docks dredging update 22 May...
Sep 21st, 2022 | City Centre
Thousands of recently planted trees have died in Gloucester because they were not watered during the drought. Gloucester City Council announced in February this year that it would plant 12,800...
Drought kills thousands of newly planted trees in Gloucester by | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Oct 17th, 2016 | Community, News
An e-fit has been released of a suspect wanted in connection with a burglary in Hardwicke. Two men broke into a woman’s house on Green Lane, whilst she was at...
E-fit released following burglary in Hardwicke by Kate | Gloucester News Centre - http://gloucesternewscentre.co.uk/
Aug 15th, 2016 | Community, News
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Apr 4th, 2022 | News
Beer Festivals are back! Bigger and better than ever before Warehouse 4 is hosting an incredible beer festival this Easter. Featuring a line up of over 50 beers & ciders, alongside Fox’s Kiln Distillery gins, vodkas and signature cocktails. Pouring across 3 bars...
Apr 6th, 2022 | BID, Events, News
Somebody has dropped their eggs in shop windows all over the Quays. Use your eggsperience to track them down and you will be rewarded with a free Lindt chocolate egg. Pick up a trail map from Gloucester Quays Customer Services and begin to Explore the Quays Find all...
Apr 4th, 2022 | Events
Eggsplore Gloucester this Easter! Collect 10 different stickers from a choice of 15 locations, before collecting your very own wooden Easter egg to decorate at home. This is a completely free activity, and will hopefully help you to discover some new places around the...
