Cheltenham has reached a major public health and safety milestone by installing its 100th publicly accessible defibrillator, located at MX by Hub8 Plexal in the heart of the town. This achievement, led by the Public Hearts Defibrillator Campaign, firmly positions Cheltenham as one of the most defibrillator-equipped towns in the UK – earning it the title of Defib Capital of…
Nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire, Cheltenham has emerged as a premier location for families and professionals seeking a balanced, high-quality lifestyle. Recently recognized by the Sunday Times as the second-best place to live in the UK, this Regency town’s unique attributes make it an attractive proposition for movers.Since 2013, the Sunday Times has conducted in-depth analyses to determine the…
Cheltenham Borough Council met Friday 23 February to agree the budget for the financial year beginning on 1 April 2024. This follows a period of consultation between 20 December and 26 January where views and feedback were sought from residents, businesses and the community and voluntary sector. Despite the financial challenges facing local authorities nationally, the proposals reinforce the council’s…
Plans for around 150 new homes at North Place will create a vibrant neighbourhood and breathe new life into the town centre. Wavensmere Homes has been confirmed as the development partner for the prime brownfield site, originally purchased by BBS Capital, as part of a joint venture. The land, which extends 13,400 sq m, has been used as a car…
Future options for the Municipal Offices – including sale on the open market – will be discussed when cabinet members meet on 11 July 23. They will then present options to Full Council on 24 July 23. At the heart of the proposals will include the following:Future ways of working and supporting customersCommitment to preserve and protect the building so…
The nationally recognised Purple Flag award is given to towns and cities that have an appealing, safe and welcoming evening and night-time economy. Similar to the Blue Flag for beaches, the Purple Flag aims to raise the standard and broaden the appeal of town and city centres between 5pm and 5am.The annual award, made by the National Association of Town & City…
Yesterday (Monday, 20 February 2023) Cheltenham Borough Council showed its commitment to driving forward growth and prosperity for all of its communities, with five exciting high level priorities in its new corporate plan.The new four year plan sets out the authority’s principles, priorities and success measurements. Also, for the first time, residents can also view a new animation of the…
Following an impressive and much needed renovation, St Mary’s Minster churchyard, now known as Minster Gardens, is open for the public to enjoy and will…
Projects to support Cheltenham’s communities and economy given green light Carbon busting initiatives, skills boosting schemes, supporting business growth and a new cycle hub are…
Cheltenham Borough Council has announced an investment package supporting the high street and the Minster Exchange. The authority has purchased a collection of properties centred…