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Enjoy a rural Christmas at the Old Prison

Fri, 23/11/2012 - 16:34

Following on from the successful open day held in August at the Old Prison, Northleach, the Friends of the Cotswolds are organising a rural themed Christmas event to take place on the afternoon of Sunday 2 December to help raise funds for the Old Prison Appeal.

Have your say and help us save our last meadows

Mon, 12/11/2012 - 17:20

For the first time, the Heritage Lottery Fund has awarded a unique partnership of conservation organisations including the Cotswolds Conservation Board - led by Plantlife - funds to plan a national natural heritage project to protect and conserve the UK's remaining fragments of meadows. Nearly 7.5 million acres have been lost so far and they are still being destroyed.

Westonbirt Arboretum in TREE-D!

Sat, 10/11/2012 - 20:47

Fans of Westonbirt, The National Arboretum can now enjoy a virtual visit around the historic tree collection with a new 3D and full colour 2D film.

Produced by Gloucestershire filmmakers iworkfilms, £2 from the sale of each DVD will go to the Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum, the registered charity that supports the Forestry Commission at the arboretum.

An enchanting Christmas at Westonbirt Arboretum

Wed, 07/11/2012 - 17:26

A floating candle tree that wouldn't look out of place in Hogwarts' dining hall and the chance to create your own sound and light symphony are just two new surprises for visitors to Westonbirt, The National Arboretum's Enchanted Christmas this year.

Hedgelayers sought for annual Cotswolds Competition

Wed, 07/11/2012 - 17:20

Hedgelayers of all levels are being called to take part in the annual North Cotswolds Hedgelaying Competition, organised by the Cotswolds Conservation Board, and taking place at Hitchen Farm, Ford, Gloucestershire on Saturday 17th November.

Launch of consultation on future management of Cotswolds landscape

Sat, 03/11/2012 - 12:51

Businesses, landowners, residents and visitors are invited to consider a range of proposals concerning the future management of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Gloucestershire Root Fruit & Grain Society - Final Results 2012

Sat, 20/10/2012 - 21:20

The Final Results for GRFGS 2012 are as follows:-

Farm Championship

1st Mr Simon Middle, S J & L E Middle, Mussel End Farm, Sandhurst, Glos.

2nd Mr David Ball, Kemble Farms, Kemble,Cirencester, Glos.

3rd Mr Rob Davies, Barrow Farm, Mussel End, Sandhurst, Glos.

The Cosidor, the fully adjustable Portiere Rod designed to provide elegant Draught Exclusion

Fri, 19/10/2012 - 17:32

The Track House Limited introduces the new Cosidor, the stylish portiere rod that is designed to fit most doors and keep out those annoying draughts. Its attractive pole sits on the door and allows the curtain to lift and move with the door, providing all the advantages of draught proofing combined with elegant looks.

Secretary of State appointments to Cotswolds Conservation Board

Tue, 16/10/2012 - 20:41

Two new Board members are being sought for appointment to the Cotswolds Conservation Board as part of a national recruitment campaign across nine protected landscapes by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

CNAAG are holding a Stargazing Night on Saturday 20th October

Mon, 15/10/2012 - 18:11

Chipping Norton Amateur Astronomy Group (CNAAG) are holding a 'Stargazing Night' at Long Compton Sports & Social Club sports ground on Saturday 20th October starting at 6.30pm until 9.00pm.
The public will get a chance to look at the moon, jupiter, the milky way, summer triangle, and the andromeda galaxy to name just a few.
(weather permitting).