£80k funding given to local communities this year
Cheltenham communities benefit from £80k worth of funding thanks to two funding pots from the borough and county councils.
Published on 23rd July 2021 in Environment and communities news-
Youth workers out and about to meet and inspire Cheltenham’s young people
Youth workers from Inspire to Aspire CIC will be out on Cheltenham’s streets, engaging with young people as the school summer holidays begin.
Published on 21st July 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
Council invests in local recovery - summer of free entertainment with new Big Screen in the Gardens
Residents and visitors can soon look forward to free open-air entertainment with a packed schedule of sport, films and music as a big screen arrives in Imperial Gardens.
Published on 19th July 2021 in Environment and communities news -
Heads Up Cheltenham and Move More Miles challenge launched
Cheltenham community encouraged to get physical over the summer and clock up miles for wellbeing.
Published on 14th July 2021 in Environment and communities news -
Funding boost for #LaptopsForLearning thanks to digital infrastructure company CityFibre
CityFibre £2,000 donation helps to future proof Cheltenham’s #LaptopsForLearning campaign – now at almost £35,000!
Published on 13th July 2021 in Community advice and engagement news -
#SummerOfPlay is coming to Cheltenham
A host of activities aimed at giving children the space, time and freedom to play is coming to Cheltenham this summer as Covid-19 restrictions are eased.
Published on 9th July 2021 in Environment and communities news -
#LaptopsForLearning receives huge boost thanks to Fortune 500 global company DXC Technology
DXC Technology (NYSE:DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global IT services company, has donated 50 laptops to local schools in and around Cheltenham.
Published on 25th June 2021 in Environment and communities news -
Carbon neutral plans take a step forward with new partnership between business and communities
Cheltenham’s businesses, community groups and public sector will come together to help meet the town’s carbon neutral goals as part of an innovative new partnership.
Published on 24th June 2021 in Environment and communities news -
Mayor of Cheltenham works with community leader to promote LGBT+ equality
The mayor of Cheltenham, Cllr Steve Harvey, has announced plans to work with chairperson of Pride in Gloucestershire, Jason ‘JayJay’ Potter-Peachey, to promote LGBT+ equality.
Published on 17th June 2021 in About the council news -
Weeds, bees and biodiversity
Council looks at supporting biodiversity, maintaining grasslands, limiting weed spraying and using new weed removal machinery - talks begin with Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.
Published on 15th June 2021 in Climate and sustainability news -
New boules court for Brizen
Local residents and boules enthusiasts can now enjoy a new boules/pentanque court at Brizen Recreation Field, off Up Hatherley Way, Cheltenham.
Published on 11th June 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
Funding boost for Burrow’s Field improvement project
A large cash injection totalling £428k from the Football Foundation has been awarded to the Burrow’s Field project in Leckhampton, specifically for pitch and the pavilion improvements.
Published on 10th June 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
Restoring the rockery at Pittville Park lake
Work has restarted to restore the rockery at Pittville Park lake, with help from Friends of Pittville volunteers and the council’s parks team, as Covid-19 restrictions have begun to ease.
Published on 2nd June 2021 in Parks and open spaces news -
Vote of confidence for Cheltenham evening and night-time economy - Purple Flag status awarded for fifth time
The recent easing of COVID restrictions and the reopening of hospitality venues across the UK has coincided with the news that Cheltenham has again retained Purple Flag status.
Published on 28th May 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
Leckhampton Hill beauty spot to have minor bike tracks re-modelled
Work to Leckhampton Hill is gearing up to re-model a few of the tracks made by mountain bikers who have worked hard to create exciting routes for all levels at the beauty spot.
Published on 26th May 2021 in Parks and open spaces news -
Pay back scheme workers revamp Cheltenham’s park railings
Around 400 metres of railings around Cheltenham’s parks have received a fresh lick of paint so far, thanks to a joint project between the council and Gloucester Probation Services.
Published on 26th May 2021 in Environment and communities news -
COVID spot checks on businesses continue as lockdown measures ease
Council officers continue to talk to local businesses about COVID secure measures and carry out spot checks and inspections
Published on 25th May 2021 in Public and environmental health news -
Covid recovery, affordable housing and tackling climate change announced as top priorities for new cabinet
The leader of Cheltenham Borough Council, Cllr Rowena Hay has announced new cabinet roles following the local election.
Published on 21st May 2021 in About the council news -
Improvement work begins at Burrow's Field
Work to Burrow's Field in Leckhampton and home to Leckhampton Rovers Football Club, starts from the 24 May.
Published on 18th May 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
Cheltenham Mayor’s inauguration and medal of honour
The annual inauguration of the mayor was held at Cheltenham Town Hall at 6.30 pm yesterday (Monday 17 May) and the ceremonial event is available on the council’s YouTube channel.
Published on 18th May 2021 in Mayor news -
Cheltenham is back! Locals and visitors encouraged to ‘Find Your Happy Place’ as part of new campaign
Cheltenham has launched a new ‘feel-good’ campaign aimed at local residents and visitors to showcase all that's great about the town, as the nation eases out of lockdown and looks ahead to the future.
Published on 16th May 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
Mayor to thank those working at Fire Station vaccine centre in first official visit
Staff and volunteers at Cheltenham’s Covid vaccine centre will be thanked by the Mayor when he visits on Tuesday 18 May.
Published on 14th May 2021 in About the council news -
Inauguration of the mayor
The annual inauguration of the mayor will be held at Cheltenham Town Hall at 6.30pm on Monday 17 May.
Published on 14th May 2021 in Councillors, meetings and minutes news -
Heads Up Cheltenham 2021 launches with #CheltenhamUnmuted Webinar 13 May during Mental Health Awareness Week
Join the Heads Up #CheltenhamUnmuted mental health and wellbeing webinar on Thursday 13 May from 6.00pm.
Published on 12th May 2021 in Leisure and culture news -
All you need to know about voting in local elections on May 6 (and you can bring your own pencil)
Voters go to the polls tomorrow (Thursday 6 May) to elect councillors to represent them and help provide important local services.
Published on 5th May 2021 in About the council news -
How are you Cheltenham? #CheltenhamUnmuted survey launched
Heads Up Cheltenham, wellbeing community group, returns with survey, year-long campaign and online conference for 2021.
Published on 26th April 2021 in Environment and communities news -
Common standards for taxi and private hire licensing around Gloucestershire
A joint consultation between licensing authorities across Gloucestershire has been launched to decide on common licensing standards for taxi and private hire services.
Published on 13th April 2021 in Licensing and permits news -
Keeping our parks and gardens clean and safe
With finer weather on the way and lockdown restrictions easing, council officers are working with Gloucestershire Constabulary to ensure that everyone using Cheltenham’s parks and green spaces is acting responsibly and following the government's Coronavirus guidelines on social distancing and meeting others.
Published on 13th April 2021 in Environment and communities news -
Paying tribute to HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh
Arrangements for paying tribute to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh.
Published on 12th April 2021 in About the council news -
HRH Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh
Cllr Roger Whyborn, Cheltenham’s mayor, has today expressed great sadness following the announcement of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh:
Published on 10th April 2021 in Environment and communities news
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