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Gloucestershire (, ; abbreviated Glos. is a county in South West England. The county comprises part of the Cotswold Hills, part of the flat fertile valley of the River Severn, and the entire Forest of Dean.
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New diversity coins launched by Gloucestershire campaignerGloucestershire campaigner Zehra Zaidi says "history has been made" as the new 50p is introduced.BBC News - Published | |
Rain delays start of T20 Blast Finals DayBad weather delays the start of T20 Blast Finals Day at Edgbaston, with Surrey set to face Gloucestershire in the first semi-final.BBC News - Published | |
T20 Blast Finals Day: Surrey, Gloucestershire, Lancashire and Notts Outlaws chase titleSurrey, Gloucestershire, Lancashire and Notts Outlaws are hoping bad weather stays away as they bid to win the T20 Blast.BBC News - Published | |
T20 Blast: Surrey, Lancashire & Gloucestershire through to Finals DaySurrey, Lancashire and Gloucestershire win their T20 Blast quarter-finals to confirm spots at Edgbaston on Saturday.BBC News - Published | |
M5 closed in Gloucestershire after 'serious collision'Police were called to an incident involving several vehicles at about 05:20 BST.BBC News - Published | |
Bob Willis Trophy: Gloucestershire v Northamptonshire abandoned after positive Covid-19 testGloucestershire's Bob Willis Trophy game with Northamptonshire is abandoned after a Northants squad member tests positive for Covid-19.BBC News - Published | |
Somerset look good in Bob Willis Trophy - day two round-upSomerset bounce back from last week's Bob Willis Trophy disappointment as they get right on top in the West Country derby with Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published | |
Bob Willis Trophy: Abell & Lammonby centuries for Somerset leave Glos big targetTom Abell and Tom Lammondy hit centuries for Somerset before they reduce Gloucestershire to 14-3, chasing 385 to win.BBC News - Published | |
Lost 'lazy' eagle Moscato found on other side of countryMoscato is found in Norfolk two weeks after flying off from a birds of prey centre in Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published | |
Large blue butterfly reintroduced in GloucestershireAn estimated 750 butterflies have successfully emerged following a conservation project.BBC News - Published | |
Frampton-on-Severn: Old photos show Gloucestershire village lifeThe pictures from the 1950s to the 1980s have been shared online by the photographer's son.BBC News - Published | |
Gloucestershire race equality group aims for 'fundamental change'The group's organisers hope to see a "higher level of compassion and empathy" in Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published | |
George Hankins: Gloucestershire batsman admits drink-drivingGeorge Hankins's lawyer says he is "remorseful" about his "quite ridiculous decision to drive".BBC News - Published | Black Lives Matter in rural EnglandKhady Gueye received threats for trying to support Black Lives Matter in rural Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published |
Paraglider dies after crashing into power line in GloucestershirePilot of a motorised paraglider in Scotland also killed in second accidentIndependent - Published | Gloucestershire: No matches at Cheltenham for the first time since 1871Gloucestershire cancel this summer's games at Cheltenham, where they have played every year since 1872.BBC News - Published |
Welsh anglers asked not to visit lakes on English borderBroadstone Park in Gloucestershire says Welsh anglers are "best off staying and fishing in Wales".BBC News - Published | Coronavirus: Temporary mortuary at secret Gloucestershire locationA council is keeping the location secret due to fears people may visit and use drones to take photos.BBC News - Published |
Chris Dent: Gloucestershire captain signs new three-year contract extensionGloucestershire skipper Chris Dent signs a new, extended three-year deal keeping him to Nevil Road until 2023.BBC News - Published | Gloucestershire: County expect to break even if no cricket played in 2020Gloucestershire expect to be able to break even this year even if no cricket is played due to the coronavirus pandemicBBC News - Published |
Coronavirus: 'Going on holiday' is no excuse for breaking lockdown travel restrictions, police warnGloucestershire police force says residents are concerned about potential strain on local NHSIndependent - Published | Cheteshwar Pujara: Gloucestershire sign India batsman for County ChampionshipIndia batsman Cheteshwar Pujara joins Gloucestershire for the first six matches of this season's County Championship.BBC News - Published |
Appeal after bird of prey shot in Forest of DeanTwo people heard a shot and saw the kestrel fall to the ground near Newent in Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published | Beavers in Gloucestershire's Forest of Dean 'settling in well'The new beavers replaced a pair introduced in 2018 that had to be removed because of tapeworm fears.BBC News - Published |
Richard Dawson to coach England Lions on tour of AustraliaGloucestershire head coach Richard Dawson will take charge of England Lions for the eight-match tour of Australia next year.BBC News - Published | England floods: Gloucestershire residents thwarted in water battleThe Environment Agency has warned river levels are likely to remain high for the next few days.BBC News - Published |
Pigeon survives 200 miles trapped behind grilleThe bird got stuck after being hit during a journey from Gloucestershire to Guernsey.BBC News - Published | Hidden 2,000-year-old monument discovered in Forest of DeanArchaeologist Jon Hoyle finds ring cairn following laser scan of woodland in GloucestershireIndependent - Published |
M5 in Gloucestershire closed after body discoveredThe motorway is shut in both directions from junction 11A to 12.BBC News - Published | M5 slip-road crash: Man in 70s 'may have had medical episode'The driver, in his 70s, was pronounced dead at the crash scene on a slip road in Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published |
Gloucestershire fire chief 'gave support in return for hospitality'Cheltenham racecourse was charged insufficient amounts by the local fire service, it is claimed.BBC News - Published | Gloucestershire baby singalongs 'bring joy' to patientsLiz Turner has held sessions in Newport for the past seven years, and has now brought them to Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published |
Care home residents and staff diagnosed with latent TBA nurse working at The Grange in Gloucestershire had the disease but is no longer infectious.BBC News - Published | County Championship: Gloucestershire & Northants promoted to Division OneGloucestershire and Northants are promoted to Division One after both their game and Glamorgan's match at Durham are abandoned.BBC News - Published |
Gloucestershire man walks tortoise to the pub every dayNancy Drew the tortoise has become famous around Tewkesbury, with people loving to stop and say hello.BBC News - Published | Gloucestershire wildflower garden gets Twitter attentionPeter Thain decided to sow some seeds after his lawn was ruined by the hot weather last year.BBC News - Published |
Rapist escapes from Gloucestershire prison, prompting warning to public'You are advised not to approach him,' police sayIndependent - Published | T20 Blast: 'Brilliant' James Bracey shines in Gloucestershire winWatch James Bracey make 64 as Gloucestershire chase down Hampshire's 139-6 with ease to win by seven wickets in Bristol.BBC News - Published |
Cricketer Tom Smith's charity match for child grief charityGloucestershire's Tom Smith came up with idea to thank the charity who helped after his wife died.BBC News - Published | Silent Hobo's graffiti inspiring future Bristol cricketersGloucestershire county cricket ground is getting its very own piece of street art created.BBC News - Published |
Thousands flock to see 'very rare' little bustardThe little bustard bird has been spotted in Gloucestershire for the first time in 73 years.BBC News - Published | New gargoyles represent 'identity of Gloucestershire' The new creatures at Gloucester Cathedral are being designed to represent the spirit of Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published |
Illegal eel exporters exposed by Countryfile International buyers offered high prices for eels caught on the River Severn in Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published | Ghost-like sculptures adorn Berkeley Castle The sculptors used chicken wire to bring characters from centuries ago back to life in Gloucestershire.BBC News - Published |
