In just 4 years, Marvel FMCG, Cheltenham-based B Corp recruitment company specialising in the FMCG sector, nearly tripled turnover in their first full year of operating, and grew by 35% in their 2nd year and by 16% in their 3rd. And here’s the best part: they’ve achieved this while putting purpose before profit at every […]
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BPE Solicitors LLP is thrilled to have had seven of our disciplines highlighted in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500 Legal Directory. This year’s results showcase the strength and depth of expertise across the firm, with two of our core teams achieving Tier 1 rankings and a number of our lawyers receiving individual recognition.
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The ‘Finding Ivy – a life worthy of life’ exhibition, which honoured the lives of the 13 British-born victims of the Nazis’ war on disabled people, was displayed at the University of Gloucestershire in September. Between 1940-41, around 70,000 adults deemed to have “lives unworthy of life” due to mental and physical disabilities were killed
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What does it take for a family-run business to not just survive, but lead the way in social and environmental responsibility? Simply Washrooms, who have a strong presence in Gloucestershire and the South West, started as, and still is, a family-run business, built on values of care, trust, and doing the right thing. Four years
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22 to 28 September 2025 Now in its 22nd year, Recycle Week was the nation’s biggest annual celebration of recycling. During Recycle Week, Recycle Now and Cheltenham Borough Council proudly supported the ‘Rescue Me! Recycle’ campaign. The campaign shone a spotlight on missed capture items that too often ended up in the rubbish bin but
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Cheltenham Ice Rink is back — and your business can be part of the festive spotlight. With over 40,000 visitors expected, our sponsorship packages offer standout opportunities, including branded e-tickets and themed character sessions that families love. It’s a brilliant way to boost visibility, drive engagement, and align with one of Cheltenham’s most magical seasonal
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University of Gloucestershire has appointed Alder King as the commercial agent to support how the University can best use its new City Campus. The property consultants’ role will be to represent University of Gloucestershire in the marketplace looking to secure commercial tenants, helping the University to make the most of the space available at City Campus.
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Huge congratulations to Jack and the Switch Health team for running the Cheltenham Half Marathon. The team took to the route for the first time with Jack making it through the winning post in just over 2 hours! Great to see C2S members and official partners supporting their local comnunity – well done team Switch
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What a great way to end the week, a superb lunch at The Ivy Collection hashtag#cheltenham. The room was packed, not a spare seat in the room! The atmosphere buzzing and the food delicious 😋😋. New for the C2S Lunch Club is the opportunity to hear from C2S members about their news. Tara Sanchez from
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After 2 years of helping hard working business owners thrive with my 1:1 support I’m gearing up to launch my Business Growth Programme – designed to help ambitious entrepreneurs take their business to the next level. This programme is a culmination of my last two year’s work plus all of the lessons, strategies, mindset and insights I’ve learned throughout the last 27
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Gloucestershire College, in partnership with the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), has announced a new Level 6 Manufacturing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship to support talent development and upskilling across the sector. Designed in collaboration with industry, this four-year programme is available from September 2026 and will equip apprentices with the skills, knowledge, and
Just weeks after long-standing partners Penten and Amiosec merged to form PentenAmio, the business found itself a finalist in an impressive three award categories back in May, including ‘Best Place to Work’, and ‘Early Careers & Apprenticeships’, before going on to lift the trophy for ‘Cyber & IT Business of the Year’ in June. The
Regular meetings with your accountant can be a game-changer for your business. Rather than the traditional check in at year-end, regular contact ensures you stay on top of your finances, providing continuous support, improving decision-making, and giving you peace of mind that your business is on the right track. Do you often feel like you
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Expert analysis of the Autumn Budget Join us at one of our local seminars where our experts will break down the Budget and explain what it really means for you and your business. We’ll explore key areas of speculation, including: Inheritance tax and pension reforms – how they could affect your wealth and retirement plans National
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Prosperity Care & Wellbeing, one of our official partners, is proud to be sponsoring this inspiring event at the Cheltenham Literature Festival 2025. We’ll be hearing from two incredible authors: Lindsey Burrow (Take Care) and Ed Davey (Why I Care), who, just like Prosperity Care, have lived and worked in the world of care. They’ll
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A New Chapter Begins We’ve been building towards this moment for a long time — and it’s finally here! This quarter marks a milestone in our journey as we evolve from Circle2Success to C2S The Growth Consultancy: a name that reflects who we are today and where we’re heading. Our new identity is about more than
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It is widely believed that your next of kin has an automatic entitlement to manage your affairs for you if you become unable to. In reality, although your next of kin may be asked for their input, they do not have any specific legal rights to make decisions on your behalf. In this article, Ruby
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All welcome for an always popular evening to share experiences and best practice around female leadership of businesses. Two great speakers will share their stories and great business networking opportunities. Supported by Azets, The Benefact Group, Meta Advisors and WSP Solicitors Get your tickets via www.nelsontrust.com/events/wil
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The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget could have a profound effect on the UK property market, Parris Britton, a senior manager in the professional practice and private clients team at national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm Crowe, has cautioned. “Having repeatedly ruled out increases to employee national insurance, income tax of VAT, Rachel Reeves has limited
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University of Gloucestershire will honour alumni who completed a Certificate of Education (Cert Ed) between 1955-1982 at all its predecessor institutions. The University of Gloucestershire honoured alumni who completed a Certificate of Education (Cert Ed) between 1955–1982 at all its predecessor institutions. Held in The Chapel at Francis Close Hall Campus on 5 September, the event featured
Cheltenham Borough Council have launched the CheltenhamZero Business fund totalling £36,655 – offering grants of up to £5,000 per Cheltenham business to support their carbon reduction journey and add a boost to local SME’s seeking to reduce their energy and fuel bills. Three businesses, Cheltenham Lido, East Glos Club Cheltenham, and The Cotswold Bed Company, have applied
Marketing & Brand Focus The Brand Journey Ellie Stevens, Senior marketing Executive at Hazlewoods ABOUT THIS EVENT Our quarterly Marketing & Brand Focus Roundtable is designed to support marketing professionals by creating a collaborative space for learning, sharing, and fresh thinking. Each session features a headline topic with a guest speaker who shares their insights and experience, followed by
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This week Zone Safety Training are delivering first aid at work to Hartpury college agricultural students. These students will go on to placements across UK farms and form part of our farming future. What’s enlightening for us as emergency services personnel, is being able to install a sense of safety to the future farming industry.
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Cheltenham Borough Council’s Licensing team, in partnership with Trading Standards and Police Cadets, carried out a test purchase operation in Cheltenham on Friday 22 August 2025. The operation involved cadets attempting to buy knives from local stores to assess compliance with age-restricted sales laws. Of the 10 stores tested, 8 correctly refused the sale after requesting ID. However, 2 stores failed and sold knives
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Gloucestershire artists are being invited to put forward work as part of a new art show being organised by University of Gloucestershire. The Greatest of all Time Art Show will take place this autumn at the University’s Park Campus in Cheltenham, before travelling to its new City Campus in Gloucester. The exhibition will feature work
Are you, or someone you know, considering a career in accounting? Crowe UK invites parents, teachers, and—most importantly—students to an exclusive Early Careers Insight Evening this October in our Cheltenham office. This in-person event is designed to help students make confident, informed decisions about their career paths in a highly competitive market. Whether you’re curious
On-premise vs. cloud-based systems Digital Services How important is safe and reliable hot water to you? Meet hot water demand 24/7 with Easiheat Insights As businesses grapple with the evolving technological landscape and deal with complex legislation, the issue of where to store data is a key consideration. And, the implications go beyond just thinking about
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Synopses of Dare to Lead, Brené Brown by Huw Lewis 2025 I wanted to share with you a book I read a few years ago which I found to be distinctly different from other books on leadership. The leadership books are often dominated by men so to learn of Brené approach was refreshing and enlighten.
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Saturday 6 September, 1–4pm, Cheltenham High Street and Cambray Place Cheltenham’s town centre enjoyed an afternoon of fun on Saturday 6 September, as Cambray Carnival took over the High Street and Cambray Place from 1pm–4pm. The event, led by No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and Cheltenham BID as part of the council’s Year of Youth Action campaign, was aimed
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QBD shares tips for writing better digital content C2S member QBD says that written content has become more valuable than ever for businesses looking to improve their online visibility. The full-service marketing agency says that Google’s AI Overviews – which now appear with 47% of its search results – have created fresh opportunities for businesses
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At this Cyber & Tech Focus we ran another C2S workshop collaborating with C2S members Emerge Digital, talking everything AI and Copilot. Tom Henson, Managing Director at Emerge Digital had all the answers for us – exciting times ahead! What a cracking event it was, learning all about the value copilot can bring to your
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75% of B2B business buyers use social media to inform purchase decisions. Social media does more than tick a box, it gives your brand a voice, drives engagement and showcases what makes you different. Swipe to hear our tips for the FM industry. It’s not just what you do, it’s why you do it Highlight
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Kent housing development: Reserved Matters planning approval secured for 32 new homes in Swanley. Our Group provided the planning strategy, prepared the outline planning application, secured approval at appeal and provided guidance on design, access, drainage and landscaping. What does the application deliver? We have recently secured Reserved Matters planning approval for a development in
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Wishing the best of luck to Connor Harries, who is taking part in Cheltenham’s Triathlon this weekend in support of Broadway Lodge. Switch Health checked in with him during one of his pre-event training sessions to see how it’s going. Here’s what he said: 1. What inspired you to take on the triathlon?I’ve taken part in
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Following on from its recently reported strong first-half performance in corporate finance M&A activity, Hazlewoods has been announced as one of the UK’s Top 5 financial advisers in Experian Market IQ’s latest half-year league table for 2025. The recognition highlights Hazlewoods ongoing momentum this year, with its growing national presence reflected throughout the report. Based
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Hewer Facilities Management is celebrating a landmark 60th anniversary, marking six decades of growth from a small family plumbing business into one of the region’s leading names in heating, renewables, and building services. From Humble Beginnings The company’s story began in 1965, when founder David Hewer, the son of a general builder, turned his army-learned
Hewer Marks 60 Years of Growth, Innovation, and Family Values Read More »
What difference do we make? Each year, we report on the impact that our work and your support makes. How many patient visits have we facilitated on board our mobile cancer care units? What difference does this make to patients and our healthcare partners, and what do they think of the service provided? This report
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (“ECCTA”) represents one of the most significant shifts in company regulation in a generation. It empowers Companies House to move from a passive filing service to an active regulator – one able to challenge, reject, and even remove inaccurate or misleading company data. For businesses and their advisers, this
Companies House is Changing: What Your Business Needs to Know Read More »
University of Gloucestershire is set to host a prestigious conference that will bring together experts from across the globe to explore themes related to health and wellbeing. The Sound, Nature, and Wellbeing in Ageing conference will explore how sound and nature can enhance wellbeing in older adults and those receiving care. Held at Park Campus in Cheltenham, researchers and
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Students from West Midlands and Gloucestershire schools spent a week tackling real world business problems on a special Mindshop Excellence programme run by national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm in its offices in Oldbury and Cheltenham. The ten Gloucestershire students included pupils from The Crypt School, Marling School, Bournside School and Sir Thomas Rich’s
Students Praise Crowe’s Mindshop Excellence Week Read More »
The Wilson Art Gallery and MuseumFriday 19 September 2025 – Sunday 11 January 2026 The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum will present the Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition, Material Worlds: Contemporary Artists and Textiles, an ambitious group exhibition exploring how artists are using textiles in surprising and radical ways. Illuminating the diverse roles textiles play in
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A planning application for a new car park to support the hugely successful Cotswolds Designer Outlet at Ashchurch has been approved by Tewkesbury Borough Council subject to signing a S106 agreement. The car park will provide 607 spaces on a 4-acre site owned by developer Robert Hitchins immediately south of the new Outlet at Natton
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By Nick Latimer, tax partner in the Cheltenham office of national audit, tax, advisory and risk firm Crowe The visit of US Vice President JD Vance to The Cotswolds for his summer vacation should act as a timely reminder to Gloucestershire homeowners to prepare for a new tax regime which could catch out the unwary
Celebrity Visits to the Cotswolds Are Not Just Taxing for the Security Services Read More »
HubSpot INBOUND 2025 is just around the corner… but don’t worry if you can’t make it to San Francisco Wagada Digital will be bringing the best of INBOUND straight to you. Join their INBOUND 2025 Round-up Webinar as they unpack the biggest announcements, updates, and ideas from this year’s conference. Wednesday 10th September 15:00 –
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A survey conducted by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) has found that 94.8% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after leaving university. This figure puts the University amongst the best in the country. These glowing results represent a continuation of an already strong performance and are well
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Cheltenham’s Pittville Park and Prince of Wales Stadium were buzzing with excitement as families came together for No Child Left Behind’s (NCLB) Party in the Park 2025. The free event offered a packed day of fun, activities and entertainment for the whole family. Families gathered to enjoy music, dancing and entertainment on the main stage in front
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Last month the government launched its much-anticipated industrial strategy. In an eight-part series, we take a look under the hood of each of the strategy’s focus areas. This week we’re examining the clean energy sector and how it will power the industries of the future. Mentioned some 182 times in the 160-page document, innovation is
Industry Focus: New frontiers – Can Innovation Spark a Clean Energy Revolution? Read More »
What is the Galle Literary Festival 2026? The Galle Literary Festival is an event that takes place around the same time every year and is must if you love nothing more than losing yourself in the pages of a good book. What’s more, it takes place in beautiful Sri Lanka! Set within the ancient colonial walls of Galle’s
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In a world of digital insurance and national call centres, choosing a local broker may feel old-fashioned. But for many businesses and individuals, it’s the smartest move they can make. Think of your insurance broker like a tree. A local broker like Cass-Stephens is deeply rooted in the community soil—knowing the terrain, weather, and how
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UoG has seen improvement across all areas of the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS), reflecting the University’s continued focus on student experience and academic quality. Results published this week show that the University has improved in all themes covered in the survey and has performed well against a number of measures. Notably, the University has
University of Gloucestershire Welcomes Positive Gains in National Student Survey Read More »
Cheltenham small and medium-sized enterprises can now kickstart their net zero carbon journey with supercharged grants up to £5k. Cheltenham Borough Council have launched the CheltenhamZero Business fund totalling £36,655 – offering grants of up to £5,000 per local business to support their carbon reduction journey and add a boost to local SME’s seeking to reduce their
New Business Grant Fund Supports Local Carbon Reduction and Enables Cost Savings Read More »
Many of you have probably heard of Stroud Brewery, seeing as they won the C2S Awards sustainability category in 2024 and corporate social responsibility in 2025. I wanted to share a bit of how they have been working on their social & environmental responsibility journey over the last 8 years. About this time 8 years
Collections scheduled for week of 25 August will be one day later There will be minimal changes to Cheltenham’s waste and recycling collections following the late summer bank holiday on Monday 25 August. Collections will take place one day later than usual with crews working on Saturday 30 August to complete the catch-up. Normal collections will
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The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum, Cheltenham, UK The Wilson, Cheltenham’s art gallery and museum, is delighted to announce it has secured a National Lottery Project Grant from Arts Council England to expand its pioneering artist development programme We Are Creators – a project that celebrates emerging artists and strengthens creative communities across Cheltenham and
The Wilson Receives Funding Award for Pioneering Arts Programme ‘We Are Creators’ Read More »
Over the past year, University of Gloucestershire has successfully supported and maintained the physical and mental wellbeing of the county’s firefighters, providing fitness tests to 96% of operational staff. The University became the official provider of annual and pre-employment fitness assessments for all operational personnel at Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) last year and
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Cheltenham Borough Council is one of the highest scoring councils for climate action in Gloucestershire, according to Climate Emergency UK, who published their second edition of the Council Climate Action Scorecards on 17 June, the only holistic analysis of all UK council’s climate action. Climate scorecards are tools designed to assess and track the progress of organisations and
A single-person booth providing both comfort and privacy for concentrated work, featuring tactile solid oak worksurface and optional shelf. Featuring the same high back screens as the modular Beyond the Desk product family, Diggs’ design offers improved acoustics, reducing noise distractions and providing a more private, quiet environment for the user. The optional
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20 community-based projects receive a share of £160k Cheltenham Borough Council is continuing its work with local NHS partners to support community-based projects that will improve the health and wellbeing of local residents and the communities they live in. Applications for the Cheltenham health and wellbeing community grant fund closed in February 2025. In
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Viper Innovations Ltd., a high-tech engineering company that provides cutting-edge electrical integrity solutions to the global subsea, rail, and industrial sectors, is proud to announce it has been honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade category. This recognition celebrates the company’s exceptional international growth, expanding global customer base, and its contribution to
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Overview McLoughlin Planning recently obtained planning permission for a new leisure centre in Sandwell. The application sought the demolition and redevelopment of the existing, closed leisure centre with a more modern facility. The approved scheme represents a significant investment in Sandwell’s health and leisure facility infrastructure and accords with national and local policy. The development
Public consultation launched: 19 May Information drop-in event: 9 June Parish councils play a vital role in shaping communities and supporting local residents. That’s why the borough council is actively seeking the views of local people as part of a community governance review, which will consider whether local parish council arrangements should be changed.
Does Your Parish Council Reflect Your Local Area? Read More »
QBD shares tips for writing better digital content C2S member QBD says that written content has become more valuable than ever for businesses looking to improve their online visibility. The full-service marketing agency says that Google’s AI Overviews – which now appear with 47% of its search results – have created fresh opportunities for businesses
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This month’s Finance Focus session explored key areas impacting businesses in 2025: VAT developments and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), along with a Cyber Essentials update. We reviewed key VAT changes and updates from HMRC, highlighted common areas of risk and how to avoid them, and took a closer look at the Carbon
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University of Gloucestershire has partnered with the QUIN Institute for Sustainable Executive Education to equip forward-thinking business leaders with critical skills and strategies to lead the green transition. The University – rated First Class in the 2024/25 People and Planet University League – has launched a transformative action-driven programme with the QUIN Institute that
UoG Joins Forces with QUIN Institute to Launch New Programme to Drive Green Transition Read More »
Cheltenham businesses can kickstart their net zero journey with decarbonisation audits and grants up to £5k Apply for CheltenhamZero Carbon reduction audit fund are open now Applications for grants open July 2025 Cheltenham Borough Council (CBC), in partnership with Severn Wye Energy Agency, have launched the CheltenhamZero Carbon reduction audit fund – offering tailored
Upcoming Grant and Further Support to Help Local Business Cut Their Carbon Emissions Read More »
We are delighted to announce the live band for the C2S Awards 2025 is Sapphire Sounds. This awesome duo, Alex and Sophie have an extensive repertoire from Lizzo to Lionel Richie, Aretha to Adele and The Beatles to Beyoncé. This duo plays all the hits that everyone wants to sing along to, their energy, pitch
Sapphire Sounds Hit the High Notes for the C2S Business Awards 2025 Read More »
The NAF Five Star International Hartpury Horse Trials has become a renowned fixture in the eventing calendar. Each August, some of the world’s finest international event riders head to Hartpury to take on the ultimate test of horsemanship. Following on from the success of 2024 we will once again be hosting the British Eventing National
The opportunity to catch up with Fran Inman, CEO at Cheltenham BID (Business Improvement District) to learn more about the great work Cheltenham BID do and how well they support the businesses and the town. A deep dive into what the BID means for the town and the importance of the consultation period. Cheltenham BID
C2S Talks to Fran Inman, CEO at Cheltenham BID about keeping Cheltenham Safe and Clean! Read More »
20 May 2025, Gloucestershire: Independent not-for-profit charity, The Cheltenham Trust, which manages some of the most historic and iconic venues in Cheltenham, announces the appointment of Cheltonian Jessica Brewster as its new Chief Executive Officer. Jessica will take up the role from 1st September, succeeding Interim CEO James Baker who will return to his
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University of Gloucestershire has successfully secured a £275,000 Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to advance innovation and drive meaningful improvements in cyber security. The University – a centre of excellence for cyber and computing – is collaborating with wholesale retailer Unielectronics Ltd to research, design and develop an integrated smart cyber-security hub for efficient and
UoG to Develop Improvements in Cyber Security Through £275k Partnership with Business Read More »
Cheltenham’s new mayor Cllr Dr David Willingham announces his chosen charities The annual inauguration of the mayor was held at Pittville Pump Room at 6.30pm on Monday 12 May. Cllr Dr David Willingham succeeds his predecessor, Cllr Paul Baker, and Cllr Martin Horwood is deputy mayor. The mayor chairs the council and represents the borough at many local business and charity events
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WSP Solicitors is proud to announce the appointment of Camella Cephas as its new Managing Director, effective July 2025. Camella will take over from Judi Bonham, who has led the firm as MD since 2015. Judi will remain on the Board, continuing her work in Children Law and staff development. Joining Camella in a key leadership role
The Dean of Coventry Cathedral, the Very Reverend John Witcombe, posed the question ‘Is reconciliation possible in our divided world?’ as guest speaker for the 2025 Michael Perham University and Cathedral Lecture. Over the past 12 years, John led Coventry Cathedral in its role as a thriving spiritual, social and artistic centre in the city,
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BPE are proud to be supporting their charity of the year, Maggie’s, with a pub quiz! Join BPE for a fun evening with a quiz, delicious Mexican food and a welcome drink. Date: Thursday 19th June 2025 Time: 6pm arrival for a 7pm quiz start Cost: £150 for a team of four Location:
Lease Electric, in partnership with Gloucester Rugby and Kingsholm Stadium, is thrilled to announce the launch of Go Electric Gloucestershire, a brand-new business-focused event designed to accelerate the region’s transition to electric vehicles (EVs). Taking place on Thursday 26th June 2025 from 11am to 4pm at Kingsholm Stadium, this free-to-attend Business Day invites local business
With the support of their funders, businesses and Festival-goers, they are helping to inspire the next generation of creative thinkers by giving 80,000 children access to culture this year. Research shows that cultural engagement boosts health, wellbeing and even the economy. That’s why their mission is more important than ever – and they couldn’t do
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Cheltenham Festivals is excited to announce its continued partnership with Cheltenham Science Festival, returning from 3–8 June 2025, with a programme that promises to ignite curiosity, creativity, and innovation in audiences of all ages. A key highlight of the Festival is the much-loved Science for Schools programme, which each year transforms the Festival Village
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We are incredibly proud and absolutely delighted to announce that C2S has been awarded the title of “Most Innovative Business Support Organisation 2025.” This prestigious recognition reflects the hard work, creativity, and dedication of our team—and our unwavering commitment to supporting the business community in bold and meaningful ways. Following our recent rebrand, C2S has
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University of Gloucestershire provided free heart screening to its community of students and staff, and their family members, who might have had an underlying heart condition which often has no symptoms. As part of its long-running Stop the Heartbreak campaign, the University held a heart screening day at its Oxstalls Campus in Gloucester in
Minimal changes to waste and recycling collections this spring bank holiday There will be minimal changes to Cheltenham’s waste and recycling collections following the spring bank holiday on Monday 26 May 2025. Collections will take place one day later than usual with crews working on Saturday 31 May to complete the catch-up. All
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Dean Close is proud to be running Work Day 2025 on Monday 23rd June. Dean Close are still seeking 25 more placements for their Year 12 pupils (aged 16–17), each of whom would benefit enormously from a single day of meaningful workplace experience. Whether your organisation is in finance, healthcare, engineering, law, tech, or
Dean Close Work Day 2025 – Inspire the Next Generation! Read More »
The survey for sharing your opinions on Cheltenham’s green spaces will be available until 30 May 2025 Do you love trees? What’s your favourite tree in town? Cheltenham Borough Council is reaching out to residents, businesses, and visitors to participate in a questionnaire to shape the town’s future tree strategy, aimed at enhancing the town’s
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University of Gloucestershire sports and performance science experts have joined forces with England Athletics to prepare elite ultra-distance runners for international competition. Members of the England team competed at the Anglo-Celtic Plate 100km event on 3 May 2025 and were provided with bespoke physiological testing within the University’s specialist sports facilities featuring a sports
We are excited to share that four brave members of the Hewer Team are taking on an epic cycling challenge this June, and we need your support to help make it a success. From 9th–12th June 2025, their colleagues Stuart, Mark, Bryan, and Tom will cycle 232 miles over four days, travelling from Holyhead
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Joining stellar brands BOSS, Levi’s, GUESS, M&S, Adidas, Radley, Under Armour + more Retailer shopfitting phase now commences in readiness for summer opening Latest deals mean 87% of space is now exchanged with a further 11% in solicitors’ hands Tewkesbury, 28 April – Cotswolds Designer Outlet confirms leading labels Calvin Klein and Tommy
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A University of Gloucestershire professor has praised the critically acclaimed Netflix drama series Adolescence for raising questions for parents and society at large about how children can be protected from online harm. Adeela ahmed Shafi MBE, Professor of Education in Youth Justice, said the series highlighted serious societal issues around the pervasive influence of
23rd Annual Charity Sporting Dinner In aid of Young Lives v Cancer – Gloucester City Mission and Rotary charities with speaker Barry McGuigan MBE Former Professional Boxer, Boxing Promoter and star of I’m a Celebrity get me out of here and compere Jill Douglas. Date: Thursday 10th July 2025 Vneue: The King’s School Paddock, Gloucester
The Rotary Club of Gloucester Severn – Sporting Dinner with Barry McGuigan MBE Read More »
We’re thrilled to announce Prosperity Holistics rescheduled date for the Charity 5-A-Side Football Tournament in aid of The Care Workers’ Charity and they would love your company to be part of it! New Date: Thursday 19th June 2025 Time: 1PM – 4PM Location: Plock Court, Gloucester Entry: £150 donation per company (Proceeds to The Care Workers’ Charity) This is your chance
We are delighted to welcome Golden Valley as the official sponsor of the ‘Cyber and IT Business of the Year’ category at the C2S Business Awards 2025. Golden Valley is a community of future changemakers—where heritage meets innovation. With a strong focus on technology, connectivity, and digital excellence, they are the perfect partner to champion
Golden Valley Sponsor the C2S Awards Cyber & IT Business of the Year Read More »
Quack! The Chamwell Centre Charity would love you to get involved with their Feathery Fortnight — running 11th–25th May — to help raise vital funds for their work with children and adults with disabilities and additional needs. How? By hosting your very own duck-themed fundraiser! Big or small, silly or heartfelt — every feathered effort helps
Get Involved in Feathery Fortnight – 11th–25th May! Waddle You Do to Help? Read More »
The Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham has announced that it is one of the first venues in the country to introduce a cutting-edge new hearing assistance system, funded in part by a generous £10,000 grant from the Barnwood Trust. This state-of-the-art technology will greatly improve the theatre experience for visitors who are visually impaired or hard
Everyman Theatre Pioneers Revolutionary Hearing Assistance for Audiences Read More »
The Dean Close Foundation is proud to be hosting an inspiring evening event titled Empowering Women Through Midlife Careers, with guest speakers Laura Haycock and Dr Lucy Ryan. The event will take place on Tuesday 3rd June at 6.30pm in the Centenary Hall, Dean Close Prep School. Admission is free and open to all. Please
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Exciting news, it’s here…….. The new Everyman Theatre programme is out with a fantastic schedule of plays, musicals and the very popular Christmas Panto! Why not check it out and book your tickets. The Everyman Theatre bring us the very latest shows on their way to London with great talent and a superb night out.
The New Everyman Theatre Cheltenham Programme is Out! Read More »
Another great marketing roundtable with Circle2Success Ltd and HeadOn PR . This time we talked about PR, what PR means, why businesses need PR, the value PR brings to a business; builds trust, reputation, raises profile, creates credibility, lead generation, growth and more….. A really insightful session, engaging and interactive with lots of great questions.
C2S Quarterly Marketing Round Table with HeadOn PR Read More »
Cotswold Archaeology has announced previously unknown details about a medieval church in Gloucester after completing its programme of archaeological excavation as part of University of Gloucestershire’s City Campus project. The University commissioned Cotswold Archaeology to carry out an extensive excavation at the location of the former Debenhams store, which is currently being transformed into a
Cotswold Archaeology Experts Uncover Secrets of the Past During Work at City Campus Read More »
We are thrilled to announce that Contact Web is now ISO 27001 Certified! This certification is a testament to their commitment to delivering the highest standards of quality, security, and service excellence. Looking for a partner that values quality as much as you do? Contact Web’s ISO certification means you can trust them to provide
Contact Web is now ISO 27001 certified! Read More »
The plan will help to guide development in Leckhampton and Warden Hill up to 2031 and inform decision making on planning applications Residents and local businesses are asked to give their views on the proposed amendments made to the Leckhampton with Warden Hill Neighbourhood Plan in a six-week public consultation starting on Monday 14
Six-Week Consultation Now Live for Leckhampton with Warden Hill Neighbourhood Plan Read More »
The Government has announced an extension for the introduction of mandatory payrolling for benefits in kind (BIKs) and taxable employment expenses, now set to begin in April 2027 (previously April 2026). This extension has been announced to provide additional time for employers, payroll professionals, software providers, and tax agents to prepare for the change. Introduction
Legal update: Payrolling Benefits in Kind Read More »
University of Gloucestershire and National Star have delivered a collaborative project providing students with opportunities to express themselves fully through dance supported by inclusive teaching and learning processes. Students working towards the BA (Hons) Dance degree at the University have been rehearsing with students from National Star for the past 10 weeks in preparation
HOT OFF THE PRESS! Lease Electric is proud to be adding an exciting twist to this year’s C2S Business Awards, taking place on 26th June at the iconic Cheltenham Racecourse. We’ll be bringing the adrenaline with a GIANT 8-lane figure-of-eight Scalextric track, inviting guests to go head-to-head in a thrilling race to
Exciting News for the C2S Awards Evening on 26th June Read More »
The award-winning creator of the Netflix animated fantasy horror comedy series DeadEnd: Paranormal Park is among the line-up of speakers at University of Gloucestershire’s 2025 Fine Lines Festival. The free public event will enable visitors to attend talks, screenings and workshops, and meet UK and international animators, illustrators and games designers – including University
Starting on 6 April 2025, the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 will come into effect in the UK, granting statutory entitlements to employees whose newborns require neonatal care. The new act follows years of campaigning from charities and MPs who have fought for greater rights for employees who are faced with care requirements
New Statutory Entitlements for Neonatal Care: Effective 6 April 2025 Read More »
SHOWTIME – TICKETS are running out fast! Come join Prosperity Care and Wellbeing for their Expressions ‘Spring SHOWCASE’ In aid of their wonderful charity The Care Workers’ Charity. Prosperity Care have been practicing and getting stuck into this show and they would love you to come along and see what they’ve been up to. Get
SHOWTIME – TICKETS are running out fast! Read More »
With the annual reporting deadline of 31 May 2025 approaching, Crowe wanted to take the opportunity to remind you about UK payroll compliance requirements in respect of Short-Term Business Visitors to the UK. Summary UK organisations with short-term business visitors, i.e. employees of an overseas subsidiary, parent or other group organisations coming to work
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McLoughlin Planning is delighted to confirm that they have successfully appealed a refusal of planning permission for alterations and extensions to a dwelling in the desirable Moor Park Estate, Hertfordshire. The scheme sought a myriad of works, including the demolition of an existing garage, workshop and front canopy; and the construction of a two-storey
The plan will help to guide development in Leckhampton and Warden Hill up to 2031 and inform decision making on planning applications Residents and local businesses are asked to give their views on the proposed amendments made to the Leckhampton with Warden Hill Neighbourhood Plan in a six-week public consultation starting on Monday 14
Six-Week Consultation Now Live for Leckhampton with Warden Hill Neighbourhood Plan Read More »
Thank you for joining us for the Annual C2S Charity Golf Day 2025 This year’s winners – Switch Health We had a fantastic day and the weather was superb, plenty of sunshine
C2S Annual Charity Golf Day 2025 Read More »
