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New plans for pub once eyed by Jeremy Clarkson after being left empty

An empty pub near Swindon that was eyed up by Jeremy Clarkson could now be given a new use after years left empty.

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Cirencester Chess Club triumphs in revived friendly against Swindon

Cirencester Chess Club defeated Swindon Chess Club in a revived post-pandemic match

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'You can achieve it' - Former homeless man thriving as chef with Centrepoint support

Cameron was 16 when he first experienced homelessness. He initially sought help from the council but said delays and complex paperwork made it difficult to access support.

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Upset over quarrying near Cotswold Farm Park

Questions have been raised over the impact quarrying is having on residents near Cotswold Farm Park.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla likely to attend royal wedding in the Cotswolds

Peter Phillips, nephew of King Charles III, will marry NHS nurse Harriet Sperling at Kemble’s All Saints Church on 6 June.

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One of UK's most picturesque endurance events returns to Cotswolds this summer

The Cotswold Way Ultra Challenge returns to Cirencester this summer.

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Why you need to add this stunning European hidden gem to your travel bucket list

With a population over 600,000, Montenegro is described as a "small and beautiful" Europe hidden gem, soaking up between 240 to 270 days of sun each year.

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Cafe named best coffee shop of the year at major awards

Roots + Seeds Café & Kitchen at Gloucester Food Dock wins SoGlos Café of the Year 2026.

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Why you should visit this Cotswolds hotel found in ‘best place in South West’

Discover The Old Bell Hotel in Malmesbury, South Cotswolds—one of England’s oldest hotels. Enjoy award-winning dining, historic charm and dog-friendly stays.

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Cotswold villages where mobile signal is so bad people have to use home wifi to make calls

'The reality around here is that mobile phone coverage is appalling'

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South Cotswolds MP backs voting reform and European Union trade deal

Column by South Cotswolds MP Dr Roz Savage

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How to create a fragrant summer garden in Gloucestershire

Gardening Column by Sara Milne.

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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Wilts and Glos Standard

Every week, the Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away.

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Arrest as home raided in small Wiltshire town

A MAN in his 40s has been arrested amid the seizure of suspected Class A drugs in a drugs raid in a Wiltshire town.

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Antisemitic slur on Wiltshire car investigated as hate crime

An antisemitic slur daubed on the car of a leading political figure is being treated as a hate crime by police.

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Faith can guide us through life’s unexpected twists, says Cirencester church

Thought for the Week, with Corinne Walters of Cirencester Salvation Army

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'Appalling' mobile coverage cutting off villages near Cirencester

'Appalling' mobile coverage is claimed to be cutting off villages near Cirencester.

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Fear proposed fire station closures could put residents at greater risk

The closure of eight fire stations in Wiltshire and Dorset will deplete the county's civil defence capability in future cases of terrorist atrocities.

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The full list of thefts by a Cirencester shoplifter who committed 35 crimes

A PROLIFIC Cirencester shoplifter stole more than 30 times from shops across the Cotswolds town.

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Final days left this month for key event at National Trust site

A Gloucestershire National Trust site will see the last days this month of a popular event.