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Winning public art commission to transform Honeybourne Line

01 June 2026

An ambitious new series of sculptural “stations” celebrating Cheltenham’s rich history, communities and natural environment will brighten up one of the town’s busiest walkways. A Time, A Place will transform the Honeybourne Line into a journey through time, with six major sculptures and three entrance markers inspired by key moments in Cheltenham’s story....

Cheltenham celebrates 11 years of prestigious Purple Flag award

21 May 2026

Cheltenham has successfully retained its Purple Flag award for the eleventh consecutive year. The nationally recognised Purple Flag award is given to towns and cities that have an appealing, safe and welcoming evening and night-time economy (ENTE). Like the Blue Flag for beaches, the Purple Flag aims to raise the standard and broaden the appeal of town and city centres between 5pm and 5am....

Hot weather bin collections in Cheltenham

21 May 2026

Due to the hot weather forecast on Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27, Thursday 28 and Friday 29 May, our collection teams will be starting their rounds from 6am instead of 7am. Councillor Steve Harvey, cabinet member for waste, recycling and green open spaces, said: "As a result of the hot weather our waste and recycling collections will start earlier than usual on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings....

New cabinet roles announced to help shape Cheltenham’s future

20 May 2026

Following the recent local elections and the appointment of a new deputy mayor, leader, Councillor Rowena Hay has taken the opportunity to review roles and responsibilities of cabinet portfolios. The new cabinet roles will continue to lead the delivery of the organisation’s key aims, as well as helping to ensure that Cheltenham is in the best possible place as Gloucestershire councils head towards reorganisation....

Cheltenham welcomes new mayor and appoints Honorary Freemen

19 May 2026

The annual inauguration of the Mayor of Cheltenham was held at Cheltenham Town Hall at 6.30pm yesterday (Monday 18 May). Councillor Martin Horwood succeeds his predecessor, Dr David Willingham, and Councillor Mike Collins is deputy mayor. The mayor chairs the council and represents the borough at many local business and charity events throughout the year....