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Welcome to your www.glos.info weekly update! This week is bursting with local action, from meeting Brimstone the Dragon at the Stroud Arts Festival to the ultimate canine celebration at The Big Bark. You can catch the Lennon and McCartney Songbook at the Everyman, try Lawn Bowls for free in Cheltenham, or secure 11+ Mock Test spots for your child.

Looking ahead, tickets are flying for G4 at the Town Hall, the Wychwood Festival 20th anniversary, and the Cheltenham Samaritans' first Wine Festival. Plus, if you are looking to grow your business, we have fresh updates on local web design and GlosJobs hiring packages.

Read on to find all the links and details below!

Stroud Arts Festival 80th Celebrations: Brimstone the Dragon - Saturday 9th May.

Come and meet Brimstone the Dragon from Autin Dance Theatre. As the opening event for Stroud Arts Festival 80th Celebration, the Autin Dance Theatre will return to Stroud with this spectacular roaming theatrical experience that ignites imaginations, inspires wonder. More HERE.

Other events for the Stroud Arts Festival on Sunday 10th May include:
Seeing Through Sound – The Marian Consort - HERE
The Monster-Slaying Misadventures of King Arthur - HERE
Lawn Bowls Open Day at Cheltenham Spa Bowling Club - Saturday 9th May.

Would you like to have a go at playing bowls? Then the Cheltenham Spa Bowling Club would love to see you at their Open Day and show you how to play. No booking required, equipment provided and free of charge. Just turn up wearing flat soled shoes. More HERE.
Come Together: The Lennon and McCartney Songbook at the Everyman Theatre - Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th May.

Join the Everyman Theatre for an unforgettable evening of the music of John Lennon and Paul McCartney in this stunning concert performance - direct from Liverpool's Royal Court. More HERE.
The Big Bark at Lydiard Park, Swindon - Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th May.

Join The Big Bark – Swindon’s ultimate dog-lovers' festival for two brilliant days of canine fun, interactive activities, amazing displays, and shopping galore. More HERE.
11+ Mock Tests Gloucestershire at Shurdington Community Centre - Saturday 9th May with more dates available throughout 2026.

11 Plus Practice has been successfully helping children prepare for the 11+ test for over 17 years. Their mock exams are open to external pupils and on average over 1000 pupils sit the mocks each year. More HERE.

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The Phantoms of the Popera are coming to Cheltenham!

Following their sell-out success, the UK’s No. 1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars, G4, are returning to Cheltenham Town Hall on Wednesday, 1st July 2026.

Jonathan Ansell, Michael Conway, Mike Christie, and Duncan Sandilands will take the audience on a spine-tingling rollercoaster through the greatest hits of the West End and Broadway. Expect breath-taking renditions of classics from Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Hamilton, and many more!

VIP Experience: Want to meet the stars? A pre-show Meet & Greet is available at 6:00 PM, including a welcome drink and photo opportunities.

Don't miss this vocally dynamic evening of heart-rending ballads and climactic anthems.

Tickets & Info HERE!

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Wychwood Festival 2026: Tier 3 Tickets Moving Fast!

With the 20th-anniversary lineup now fully revealed—featuring headliners Craig David presents TS5, Kaiser Chiefs, and Levellers—tickets are at a record-breaking pace.

Current Availability:

Weekend Camping: Already 90% SOLD OUT!
Tier 3 Pricing: Secure your spot now starting at £144.50.
Under 10s: Still go FREE (essential to book their free ticket in advance).
Payment Plans: Spread the cost over 3 months.

Don't miss out on the biggest celebration in Wychwood Festival history at Cheltenham Racecourse, including the brand-new Thursday opening!

Secure your tickets and see the full lineup HERE!

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Exciting News! Friends of the Cheltenham Samaritans presents their 1st Wine Festival!

Building on the success of their popular craft beer festivals, the Friends of Cheltenham Samaritans are launching their debut Charity Summer Wine Festival. This special event will take place in the beautifully restored St. Philip and St. James Church (Pip & Jim’s) in Leckhampton.

Guests can enjoy a curated selection of summery red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines, complete with tasting notes. Cheese plates and soft drinks will also be available to purchase.

All proceeds go directly to supporting the vital work of the Cheltenham Samaritans.

When: Saturday, 13th June 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Last orders 6:30 PM)
Where: Pip & Jim’s, Cheltenham, GL50 2DD
Tickets: £8.00 (Standard) | Early Bird £6.00 (Available until 31st March)

Space is limited to 150 people, so book early to avoid missing out!

Full details and tickets HERE!

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