On our patrols of the Cotswolds we have spotted sculptures of Kingfishers painted by local artists. There are Kingfishers in Stroud, Winchcombe, Cirencester, Notgrove, Stow-on-the-Wold, Morerton-in-Marsh and Chipping Campden. There are lots of other local locations to find these sculptures. The trail will run all summer so perhaps plan a day out to spot them […]

As the theft of bikes is still commonplace all over the city, the Gloucester Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at the following locations where you can get your bike security marked for FREE!  Thursday 6th August, from 5pm to 8pm at Gloucester Park.  Saturday 8th August, from 10am to 2pm at Morrisons Supermarket, Glevum Way in Abbeydale. The bikes will […]

Corinium Museum in Cirencester will reopen its doors on Monday, August 3, welcoming back visitors to its famous archaeological collection after almost five months of lockdown. The Museum will be open Monday – Saturday from 10am – 5pm, and Sunday from 2-5pm.   New hygiene and social distancing measures will be in place to ensure the […]

Following the death of George Floyd and ahead of Black Lives Matter vigils planned in the county over the next few days, our Chief Constable Rod Hansen has issued the following statement: Whilst the context may be different in America, and without prejudicing a criminal justice process that is underway, the death of Mr Floyd […]

Congratulations to Fairford Primary on the official opening of the new buildings. Outstanding new facilities for an outstanding school. Absolute pleasure to see the children, staff and learning environment today. FAIRFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL OFFICIALLY OPENED BYBISHOP OF TEWKESBURYToday the new Fairford Primary School combined with Fairford Pre-School was officially opened by the Rt Revd Robert Springett, […]

Today’s the day – polling stations open from 7AM to 10PM and your support very much appreciated. Hoping to be re-elected to represent you on the district council.

Stalking is one of the most frequently experienced forms of abuse and can terrify and destroy the lives of victims. It’s often misinterpreted and misunderstood to be romantic and complimentary to its victims, but it happens as a result of someone’s unwanted fixation and obsession with a person. The most common type of stalker is […]

Can you give blood this week or next? NHS Blood are running low on stocks of some blood types and Easter is a time when lots of donors are on holiday. There are still donation slots available at Cirencester Baptist Church. Never been before? It’s easier than you think and the staff look after donors […]

This Saturday (6th April) – Keep Fairford Tidy. Meet at the community centre to pick up gloves, bags, etc and to get a map of recommended places to go litter picking in Fairford.

I was privileged to spend a lunchtime just before Christmas with the fabulous Edna Dawes Luncheon Club team. Watching their work and spending time chatting and playing party games with their guests was one of the most enjoyable and heart-warming things I’ve seen or done in 2018. They and groups like them are a tribute […]