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A fanciful summer concert for 'Carnegie Choir'
20/05/2019
Recently returned from performing in New York’s famous Carnegie Hall, community choir The Village Singers are looking forward to a summer concert in Cirencester.
The choir invite you to join them for their zesty and possibly a little self-indulgent programme, A Little of What You Fancy!
The choir invite you to join them for their zesty and possibly a little self-indulgent programme, A Little of What You Fancy!
Thrilling version of timeless Bard classic
16/05/2019
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester is about to stage a mesmerizing production of Shakespeare's timeless classic Henry V.
Set in modern surroundings, this tale of war, its victors and victims, is cleverly brought up to date and explores the conflict between tradition and modernity in Britain through the lens of a nation at war.
Set in modern surroundings, this tale of war, its victors and victims, is cleverly brought up to date and explores the conflict between tradition and modernity in Britain through the lens of a nation at war.
Bluebell Run tractors to take to the road again
02/05/2019
Tractors old and new take to the roads in the North Cotswolds for the annual Bluebell Run in aid of Cancer Research UK, on Sunday, May 12.
Organised by Moreton Show in conjunction with the North Cotswold Tractor Club, the convoy of 70 tractors will cover a 28-mile route that avoids the major roads.
Organised by Moreton Show in conjunction with the North Cotswold Tractor Club, the convoy of 70 tractors will cover a 28-mile route that avoids the major roads.
The Big Feastival announces final line-up
01/05/2019
Acoustic singer Jack Savoretti, DJ Grandmaster Flash, rock sensation Sleeper, and singer-songwriter Bessie Turner, have been announced as the latest additions to take to The Big Feastival’s Main Stage this August.
Also making a very special appearance will be The Alex James Orchestra, along with Dodgy and BBC Music Introducing: Little Brother Eli.
Also making a very special appearance will be The Alex James Orchestra, along with Dodgy and BBC Music Introducing: Little Brother Eli.
Preview of North Cotswold Point-to-Point at Paxford
16/04/2019
The weather looks set fair for the North Cotswold Point-to-Point at Paxford on Easter Monday (first race 1pm).
Torrential rain caused the last-minute cancellation of last year's meeting but the opposite is true 12 months later as the current dry spell is expected to continue over the holiday weekend.
Torrential rain caused the last-minute cancellation of last year's meeting but the opposite is true 12 months later as the current dry spell is expected to continue over the holiday weekend.
`Incredible’ – the council staff who have raised thousands for suicide charity
12/04/2019
Generous staff and contractors at Stroud District Council have raised £3,460 over the past 12 months for local charity Sunflowers Suicide Support.
Last year the council’s charity group decided to adopt a local charity to be the focus of their fundraising efforts, alongside national charities such as Comic Relief and Children in Need.
Last year the council’s charity group decided to adopt a local charity to be the focus of their fundraising efforts, alongside national charities such as Comic Relief and Children in Need.
Breathtaking blossom on show at Batsford Arboretum
08/04/2019
If you thought arboretums were only for autumn, think again. It’s in the spring that the tree collection at Batsford Arboretum really comes into its own - and this year is no exception.
After a relatively mild winter and a warm start to the spring this year, the north Cotswolds' attraction is already experiencing a spectacular display of colour thanks to its magnolia and early flowering cherry collections.
After a relatively mild winter and a warm start to the spring this year, the north Cotswolds' attraction is already experiencing a spectacular display of colour thanks to its magnolia and early flowering cherry collections.
Special celebrations at two glorious gardens
05/04/2019
Kiftsgate Court, near Chipping Campden, is celebrating the centenary of the inception of the garden this year and with a theme of lady gardeners, this is the creation of three generations of women gardeners.
Spring delights at Sudeley Castle this Easter
05/04/2019
Visitors to Sudeley Castle can enjoy the perfect spring day out while taking part in a host of seasonal activities this Easter holiday.
From this weekend until April 28, search the castle rooms to find Easter chicks hidden around the inside of the castle.
From this weekend until April 28, search the castle rooms to find Easter chicks hidden around the inside of the castle.
Black tie event for charity close to organiser's heart
28/03/2019
A black tie charity event is being held at an stunning Cotswold venue in aid of Winston's Wish, a charity very close to the organiser's heart.
'The Bling Fling' is taking place at Stanway Tithe Barn, near Winchcombe, on Saturday, May 4, to raise funds for the Gloucestershire-based charity that supports children and young people after the death of a parent or sibling.
'The Bling Fling' is taking place at Stanway Tithe Barn, near Winchcombe, on Saturday, May 4, to raise funds for the Gloucestershire-based charity that supports children and young people after the death of a parent or sibling.
UK's biggest birds of prey show launches at Warwick Castle
27/03/2019
The Easter school holidays are set to be a soaring success as Warwick Castle launches The Falconer’s Quest, its new aerial adventure starring over 70 birds of prey - around 40 of which will be in the sky at once - on Saturday, April 6.
Contemporary sculpture show in lovely gardens
21/03/2019
Fresh Air Sculpture is a contemporary sculpture show taking place in the extensive gardens of Quenington Old Rectory, Gloucestershire, from June 16 to July 7.
This biennial curated event prides itself on showcasing and selling unique sculptural pieces as well as decorative arts in a beautiful outdoor setting.
This biennial curated event prides itself on showcasing and selling unique sculptural pieces as well as decorative arts in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Countdown to the Cotswold local elections
15/03/2019
Elections to the 34 seats on Cotswold District Council, and every seat on all parish and town councils in the district, will take place on Thursday 2 May 2019. Polling stations will be open from 7am until 10pm.
The election process begins with the publication of Notices of Election, on Monday 18 March..
The election process begins with the publication of Notices of Election, on Monday 18 March..
Ex-Gladiator fighting the good fight in the Cotswolds
15/03/2019
A former star of the popular TV show Gladiators will be coming to the Cotswolds later this month to share his Christian faith.
Warren Furman, better known as 'Ace' in the 1990s show, will be part of a team visiting a number of schools in the Chipping Campden area and taking part in different events including a special Messy Church and a youth party.
Warren Furman, better known as 'Ace' in the 1990s show, will be part of a team visiting a number of schools in the Chipping Campden area and taking part in different events including a special Messy Church and a youth party.
Spend the evening with Another Country
14/03/2019
A quiet corner of the Cotswolds will be rocking tomorrow night (Friday, March 15) when a band with a real country influence introduces its new line-up.
The Butchers Arms at Mickleton, near Chipping Campden, is the place to be to see Another Country in action. The band was formed in 2017 by brothers Mark and Andrew Foster and drummer Pete Barry.
The Butchers Arms at Mickleton, near Chipping Campden, is the place to be to see Another Country in action. The band was formed in 2017 by brothers Mark and Andrew Foster and drummer Pete Barry.
Preview of the Duke of Beaufort Point-to-Point at Didmarton
27/02/2019
Horse racing fans could be in for a treat this weekend when the Duke of Beaufort's Point-to-Point takes place at Didmarton, near Tetbury, on Saturday afternoon (March 2).
It is difficult to believe that 12 months ago this meeting was cancelled due to the “Beast from the East” while this week has seen the highest February temperatures recorded in England.
It is difficult to believe that 12 months ago this meeting was cancelled due to the “Beast from the East” while this week has seen the highest February temperatures recorded in England.
Get muddy in the Cotswolds for charity
20/02/2019
There's a chance to get dirty for charity this summer at a new mud run in a beautiful Cotswold location.
The first Cotswold Petroleum Annual Charity Mud Run is taking place at Freestyle 360 at Sheaf House Farm, Blockley, on Saturday, July 13 (registration from 10am).
The first Cotswold Petroleum Annual Charity Mud Run is taking place at Freestyle 360 at Sheaf House Farm, Blockley, on Saturday, July 13 (registration from 10am).
Festival favourites Keane return for Cornbury's Sweet 16
07/02/2019
Six years after their sensational performance at Cornbury, award-winning pop rockers Keane return to headline Cornbury’s 16th Festival on Saturday 6 July.
Cornbury will be one of Keane’s first appearances since band members took a break at the end of 2013 to work on other projects, so their appearance will be a huge crowd-puller.
Cornbury will be one of Keane’s first appearances since band members took a break at the end of 2013 to work on other projects, so their appearance will be a huge crowd-puller.
Photographing the Cotswolds by Rob Lyon
07/02/2019
Cotswold-based photographer ROB LYON offers Loving the Cotswolds readers some handy tips on how to capture the best photos of the Cotswolds
Court Barn Museum awarded National Lottery support
04/02/2019
The Guild of Handicraft Trust has been the lucky recipient of a £65,000 grant awarded by the Heritage Lottery Fund to redisplay the collection at Court Barn in Chipping Campden and focus on the stories of the original Guild.
Thanks to money raised by National Lottery players, this exciting new project will include an improved digital offer, enriched education programmes and outreach projects for the over-75s, and make Court Barn a more dementia-friendly museum.
Thanks to money raised by National Lottery players, this exciting new project will include an improved digital offer, enriched education programmes and outreach projects for the over-75s, and make Court Barn a more dementia-friendly museum.
