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Community Pride fund brings local projects to life across Cheltenham

16 March 2026

The council’s annual Community Pride fund of £30,000 is awarded to outstanding community groups whose activities positively impact many lives. This year 22 community-led projects secured funding and are now underway to improve the lives of residents across Cheltenham. The fund supported a number of events that bring people together including an Eid Reunion, a Chinese celebration by Chinese Culture Connection and the popular Pride in Cheltenham....

Gloucestershire Airport – shareholder statement

12 March 2026

Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City Council have issued the following statement concerning the sale of Gloucestershire Airport. Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City Council as joint shareholders have today confirmed that they have been unable to reach an agreement with Horizon Aero Group on the sale of Gloucestershire Airport....

More than £30,000 improvements to Elmfield Park

10 March 2026

A popular park in Cheltenham has undergone significant improvements ensuring more users can access the greenspace all-year round. More than £30,000 has been spent on installing nearly 300 metres of gravel path at Elmfield Park which means users can now walk round the two-hectare site free from mud and puddles over the wetter winter period....

Multi-agency support for rough sleepers

06 March 2026

Cheltenham Borough Council is working collaboratively with Gloucestershire police, statutory and third sector partners to offer support to rough sleepers. This includes extensive support, and efforts to engage with, occupants of tents in areas including Cheltenham town centre. Nationally, rough sleeping figures have reached a record high, and Cheltenham, like many other urban areas is not immune to these challenges....

Beat the queue by booking your taxi journey in advance

05 March 2026

Cheltenham Festival racegoers asked to book their private hire vehicles ahead for convenience and safety. As Cheltenham’s renowned four-day racing festival kicks off Tuesday 10 March to Friday 13 March, the town is set to welcome thousands of racegoers. Cheltenham Borough Council and Tewkesbury Borough Council are advising visitors to pre-book private hire vehicles (taxis) to ensure they have transport for their safety, if not travelling by public transport....