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Builders discovered a lost medieval church and 317 burial sites beneath an old Debenhams store in Gloucester, England. The site, now becoming a university campus, reveals 1,000 years of history from Roman times through the English Civil War. #
A wildlife trust in England is celebrating Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday by creating 11 nature recovery zones spanning an area 11 times the size of Gloucester. The ambitious Mission Wild project aims to raise £3 million to restore habitats and reintroduce native species like beavers across 50,000 hectares.
A wildlife trust in Gloucestershire is celebrating Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday by creating 11 nature recovery zones spanning 50,000 hectares. The zones will restore landscapes and bring back native species like beavers across forests, valleys, and commons.
After being hunted to extinction 400 years ago, beavers are preparing to make a comeback in Gloucestershire, where 91% of residents support their return. The project could restore wetlands, boost wildlife, and reduce flooding in local communities.
When a fishing boat slammed into rocks during rough seas Saturday night, Gloucester's emergency teams pulled off a textbook rescue. Both crew members walked away without a scratch.
A UK county just approved a plan to build community-owned renewable energy farms that could shield residents from volatile fossil fuel prices. The cross-party initiative will identify public land perfect for wind turbines and solar panels.
Archaeologists discovered a Bronze Age timber well built over 3,500 years ago near Gloucester, preserved in remarkable condition by waterlogged soil. The rare find offers new insights into how ancient communities adapted to climate changes.
Archaeologists near Gloucester discovered a perfectly preserved wooden well from 3,500 years ago, revealing how Bronze Age communities adapted to climate warming. The rare find shows ancient ingenuity in action.
A taekwondo instructor who started training at age seven to overcome bullying just earned a community hero award for transforming hundreds of young lives. Vaughan Buxton has coached students from age four to 75, helping them win world titles and find confidence.
A growing movement of businesses in Gloucestershire is proving you can succeed while caring for people and the planet. These 80 certified companies are showing others that profit doesn't have to come at a cost.