Donate to Gloucestershire Hospitals For many people in Gloucestershire, hospital care is no longer close to home. The hospitals at Lydney and the Dilke have closed, so residents and visitors now rely more on Gloucester Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital for treatment, tests and urgent care. People feel that change every day. Trips take longer. Families face more pressure …
Ed’s June
View PostA terrible Day
A terrible Day After wating well over a year for a replacement knee, I was given an apointment for surgery today at Cheltenham hospital. I arrived at 7:15 and started the paperwork and tests. The first piece of bad news was that I would be last in line and may have to stay the night. Ah well. The final ignomy …
Gloucestershire Events
View PostPromoting the Forest of Dean
Promoting the Forest of Dean Promoting the Forest of Dean involves highlighting its unique natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and diverse recreational opportunities through various initiatives by local authorities and partner organisations and of course local people. My wife and I have been living here now for over 10 years and we have always done our best to help the local …
Complete Guide to Forest of Dean Events 2025
Complete Guide to Forest of Dean Events 2025 The Forest of Dean is a place where nature, history, and community spirit come together to create something truly special. For both locals and visitors, the year 2025 promises an incredible calendar of events, from lively festivals to intimate community gatherings. Whether you’re a resident eager to plan your weekends or a …
A trip to Norfolk
View PostSome Times we get good news
Some Times we get good news Friends and those that read my blog will know that I am a volunteer driver for Lydcare Community Transport. Obviously, many of the people I take are elderly or very ill. In the last 6 months, I have taken many people for Lydcare to Cheltenham Ontology for daily cancer treatment which is very hard, …