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Donate to Gloucestershire Hospitals

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 …

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Laurie Lee Event

Laurie Lee Event If you are interested in the Gloucestershire’s very own poetLaurie Lee, then this event looks like one not to miss. In a captivating weave of music and Lee’s own writing, Red Sky at Sunrise follows Laurie Lee through his much-loved Cider with Rosie trilogy, when he famously walked out of the Slad valley one summer morning, to …

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A 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 …

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The Easter Garden

The Easter Garden The weather has turned at last and the Easter Garden is looking marvelous in the sunshine. Here is a short video for you. We both enjoy gardening, and after the terrible weather we are having it is great to see the sun out and the garden looking more like it should. Vanda has had her greenhouse installed, …

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Promoting 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 …

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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 …