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New musical composition marking 70th anniversary of Battle of Imjin

18th October 2021

The 70th anniversary of the Imjin Battle in Korea, in which the hugely outnumbered soldiers of the 'Glorious Glosters' held off the Chinese army, is to be marked later this month with a newly commissioned musical work called 'Holding the Hill'.

Record number of events at #CheltLitFest

18th October 2021

Across ten extraordinary autumnal days, The Times and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival welcomed the world’s greatest writers and thinkers for an international celebration of the written word in all its glorious variety.

Take part in Maggie's Kitchen Table Day

18th October 2021

Cancer charity Maggie’s in Cheltenham is encouraging people to get together around their kitchen table and fundraise on Friday, November 5, for Maggie’s Kitchen Table Day.

Calendar Girls show cast have all been affected by cancer

15th October 2021

A charity production of the hit musical and motion picture of Calendar Girls is to take to the stage in Cirencester to raise money for two cancer charities.
The whole of the cast having been affected by or suffered with cancer.

Stunning kingfisher sculptures flock to fundraising event

14th October 2021

The Kingfisher Trail, a truly unique collection of 22 individually designed sculptures, has swooped to a close in the Cotswolds.

Wreath making sessions in time for Christmas

14th October 2021

As part of its growing collection of curated experiences for guests, luxury boutique manor house Burleigh Court, near Minchinhampton, is holding wild wreath making sessions ahead of Christmas.

Extra-terrestrial ravers land in Stroud

14th October 2021

Alien ravers HENGE are embarking on a new mission to spread peace, love and joy across the UK.

See a music legend at an iconic venue

13th October 2021

Chart-topping singer Tony Christie is performing at the beautiful Tithe Barn in Bishop's Cleeve on Sunday, October 24 - and there are still some tickets available.

Company's first production since pandemic

13th October 2021

Award-winning Cirencester Theatre Company is busy rehearsing for Jim Cartwright's brilliantly funny yet heart-breaking production of TWO.

The Postcard Series at Cheltenham gallery

12th October 2021

Spring Cheltenham is absolutely delighted to showcase a new collection of paintings by the incomparable Jon Wealleans.

Sculpture and photography combine in exhibition

12th October 2021

A fascinating exhibition of sculptures and photographs by two artists has opened at Gallery Pangolin at Chalford, near Stroud.

Walk under the stars for charity this Saturday

12th October 2021

People in Gloucestershire still have a chance to join healthcare charity Sue Ryder for its Starlight Hike on Saturday (October 16) to celebrate the lives of loved ones who have died.

Autumn photography workshops at Batsford Arboretum

12th October 2021

Alan Ranger Photography, a professional photography tutor based in Warwickshire, has led the autumn photography workshops at Batsford for over eight years.

It's time to party with Marti!

11th October 2021

Former Wet Wet Wet lead singer Marti Pellow has listened to his fans and is staging a Greatest Hits tour...including a stop-off in Stroud next Spring.

Students create sculpture fundraiser from recycled film props

11th October 2021

Stroud School of Art at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College students have created an impressive sculpture fundraiser from recycled film props.

50th anniversary gala at Dean Forest Railway

8th October 2021

Dean Forest Railway is holding a weekend of special events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first public train being operated.

Gloucester's Festival of Light returns

8th October 2021

The first events for the winter Bright Nights programme, Gloucester’s festival of light, have been announced with an array of light installations including works by international artists.

A new leader and a new term for Rock Choir

8th October 2021

Tewkesbury Rock Choir has launched its new term under the guidance of a new leader – Jacob Ashworth.

The original Cockney Rebel coming to Cheltenham

7th October 2021

Steve Harley celebrates his 48th year in music in 2021 and continues to play concerts around the world...and he's coming to Cheltenham in December.

Asian Street Food Market at Gloucester Quays

7th October 2021

Gloucester Quays will be seeing its first Asian Street Food Market on the weekend of October 30 -31.

Would you like to help create an outdoor treasure hunt?

7th October 2021

Do you love visiting the Museum and Stratford Park in Stroud with your children or grandchildren?

Enchanted Light Trail at Cotswold Farm Park

7th October 2021

It’s time to get excited for this winter’s magic and experience dazzling light scenes across Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park.

Avian myths and legends at Birdland

6th October 2021

Visitors will be able to let their imagination fly away with them during October half-term holidays, with a special Halloween-themed ‘Myths & Legends’ week at Birdland Park & Gardens.

Dance till you drop at Ceilidh and disco

6th October 2021

Get your dancing shoes on for a proper swing around the dance floor at a Ceilidh dance and disco next month.

Stroud Social weekend line-up announced

6th October 2021

The Stroud Social is set to bring a jam-packed weekend of live entertainment, music, and street food to the town centre on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th October.

British Firefighter Challenge to be held in Gloucestershire

5th October 2021

An international fundraising event which sees firefighters pushing themselves to the limit is being held in Gloucestershire this weekend.

Model-makers to show off their skills at museum

5th October 2021

Modelling fans are in for a treat this month at a special event at Gloucester's Jet Age Museum.

Society celebrates return with greatest hits show

5th October 2021

After an absence of over a year, the Forest Musical Society are back with a collection of their best loved musical numbers that have been performed over the years.