Ashley Loveridge

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Articles

Community effort revitalises disused site in Brimscombe

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

The community open space in Brimscombe being developed by Charlea Community Gardens now has an adventure play trail for children. The project was funded by The Community Ownership Fund, Brimscombe and Thrupp Parish Council, and the local community through the Stroud District Council Spacehive crowdfunder. Graham Russell, Director of Charlea Community Gardens Community Interest Company said: “This site used to be a play area before being sold by Stroud District Council to a private developer.
Sinkhole shuts down road through village

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

A sinkhole has closed the main road through a village. The B4058 Rushmire Hill in Coombe, near Wotton-under-Edge, had to be closed immediately on June 13. Gloucestershire County Council said an urgent investigation revealed a fault with a drainage system belonging to Wessex Water and they are now carrying out their own investigations.
Stroud & District Table Tennis League handed major accolade

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

The Stroud & District Table Tennis League was a finalist for ‘League of the Year’ at the Table Tennis England Pride of Table Tennis awards 2025. TTE Southwest Area Manager Amanda Leonard said: “Gloucestershire is a thriving, vibrant and successful county, with a keen understanding of the player pathway. Stroud & District Table Tennis League is a proactive and productive contributor to the county’s table tennis community, with a particular focus on school links.
Former Dursley boss Nash makes swift return to join the Stonehouse revolution

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

Former Dursley Town boss Karl Nash has made a dramatic return to football with ambitious Hellenic League outfit Stonehouse Town. Nash was unveiled alongside recently installed boss Adam Coyle and will join a new look coaching set up, which will also feature former Shortwood United, Ledbury and Swindon Supermarine coach Matt Tunley.
Hit TV show filmed in Stroud set for seventh season

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

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Ex-Forest Green boss Rob Edwards set to miss out on Bristol City, but emerges odds-on to take up Middlesbrough role

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

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Historic landmark property wins blue plaque civic design award for architecture

1 week ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

Property developer, Oliver Murray of Bedrock Property, and architect’s Charles Mullineux Design have been presented with a blue plaque Civic Design Award in recognition of their outstanding contribution to Cirencester’s architecture. The award recognises the restoration of 30-32 Dollar Street. The property is one of significant historical interest, boasting a host of original architectural features. Formerly known as Dollar Street House, 30-32 Dollar Street dates back to 1725 and early C19.
Police office awarded top gong by the King

2 weeks ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

Temporary Chief Constable Maggie Blyth has been awarded the King’s Police Medal (KPM) in His Majesty’s 2025 Birthday Honours. The prestigious honour, which is awarded to police officers in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth of Nations for gallantry or distinguished service, has been bestowed upon T/CC Blyth in recognition of her work tackling violence against women and girls (VAWG) and her unwavering commitment to protect vulnerable people.
King's Birthday Honours 2025: three people from our district honoured

2 weeks ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

Three people from the Stroud district have received honours in the King’s Birthday Honours. Caroline Cotterell from Stroud has been recognised for services to the natural environment. Ms Cotterell – who has been handed a CBE – was formerly director of Resilient Landscape and Seas for Natural England. Phil Smith from Minchinhampton has been knighted for services to the advertising and marketing industries.
Legend Lawrence recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

2 weeks ago | stroudtimes.com | Ashley Loveridge

Former Gloucestershire bowler and current Club President, David ‘Syd’ Lawrence, has been recognised for his outstanding services to cricket in the King’s Birthday Honours, receiving an MBE. Lawrence made history as the first British-born Black cricketer to play for England. Last year, he was diagnosed with motor neurone disease.