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Historic Cheltenham chapels reopen with a new lease of life

Historic Cheltenham chapels reopen with a new lease of life

21 July 2026

The historic Victorian chapels at Cheltenham Cemetery and Crematorium have been restored as The Old Chapel, a venue comprising of a café and two chapel spaces for wakes and gatherings. Located in the former waiting room, the new coffee shop offers views of the surrounding hills and parts of the cemetery....

More than 900 people respond to engagement on future management of Cheltenham’s High Street and Promenade

More than 900 people respond to engagement on future management of Cheltenham’s High Street and Promenade

21 July 2026

More than 900 people have responded to a public engagement on an approach to revitalise Cheltenham’s High Street and Promenade, helping shape a vision for a more attractive, accessible and vibrant public realm that supports residents, businesses and visitors. The high response rate demonstrates the strong sense of pride, passion and interest people have in Cheltenham town centre....

Government announces decision on local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire – a single, new unitary council to be created

Government announces decision on local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire – a single, new unitary council to be created

16 July 2026

Statement issued on behalf of Cheltenham Borough Council, Cotswold District Council, Forest of Dean District Council, Gloucestershire County Council, Gloucester City Council, Stroud District Council and Tewkesbury Borough Council. The Government has today announced its decision on the future structure of local government in Gloucestershire....

Appeal of revocation of Cheltenham Borough Council's taxi drivers licence upheld at court

Appeal of revocation of Cheltenham Borough Council's taxi drivers licence upheld at court

16 July 2026

A hackney carriage (taxi) driver that was licensed by Cheltenham Borough Council (CBC) has lost their appeal against the revocation of their licence on 6 July 2026. The driver was referred to the licensing sub-committee following three strikes being issued to them. The hearing took place in November 2025....

Cheltenham celebrates eight Green Flag awards as Burrow’s Field wins special status for the first time

Cheltenham celebrates eight Green Flag awards as Burrow’s Field wins special status for the first time

15 July 2026

The council and its partners are again celebrating the Green Flag awards as Cheltenham retains seven flags and wins an eighth for Burrow’s Field. Sandford Park, Hatherley Park, Montpellier Gardens, Naunton Park, Pittville Park, Springfields Park, Winston Churchill Memorial Gardens and Burrow’s Field are eight of 2,391 UK winners....