We all change our plans according to the weather. We reach for lighter clothes when it’s hot, find shelter when it’s pouring, and think twice about heading out when conditions become extreme. At The Doggy Playschool Company, near Kemble in Cirencester, the belief is that we should be doing exactly the same for our dogs. …
By Sinead Comerford of Sinead Sparkle Ceremonies ∙ A CAREER PIVOT ∙ After many years of international travel, working as a British Airways Cabin Manager and walking thousands of miles up and down an aircraft aisle, answering passenger call bells, it was time to listen to a new “calling” and stand at the top of …
Yes, on 10 September Christmas will be 15 weeks away, but if there’s ever a good excuse to start thinking about it a little early, this might just be it. Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club near Tewkesbury is getting into the festive spirit with a Christmas Showcase and Networking Event, bringing together local …
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Some places just have a magic about them, and Vinotopia in Nailsworth is one of those places. For the third time, we headed back here to Huddle, and once again it delivered everything that makes our events so special: a relaxed atmosphere, brilliant conversations, fantastic hospitality, and a venue that seems designed to bring people …
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If your dog loves making friends, burning off energy, and coming home happily tired after a day of fun, this is a competition you won’t want to miss. Set in the beautiful Cotswold countryside in Kemble near Cirencester, The Doggy Playschool offers a safe, stimulating, and caring environment where dogs can socialise, play, explore, and …
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The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act has generated plenty of headlines, with many landlords understandably wondering what the changes will mean for them. While the legislation represents one of the biggest reforms to the private rental sector in recent years, it’s worth remembering that this isn’t the first time landlords have had to adapt. …
Beauty therapist Karin Minton is celebrating a remarkable milestone just 18 months after opening A Blissful Balance in Wellesbourne, having been shortlisted for Beauty Therapist of the Year at the prestigious Beauty Full Awards. The recognition marks an exciting chapter for Karin, whose beautiful treatment space has quickly earned a reputation for offering far more …
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Some networking events leave you with a handful of business cards. Others leave you with ideas. Fat Squirrel Outdoor‘s Campfire & Conversations left me with something much more valuable… a genuine sense of calm, connection, and renewed energy. I can’t recommend this experience highly enough. ∙ OUT OF THE OFFICE, INTO NATURE ∙ We gathered …
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The best business photography does far more than showcase a beautiful room or a perfectly plated dish. It tells the story of a place. It captures the atmosphere, the personality, and the values behind a business. Few photographers understand this better than Kirstie Young, whose calm, thoughtful approach has made her one of the Cotswolds’ …
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7 July 2026 ∙ Today’s Cotswolds Huddle took us to one of the Cotswolds’ most celebrated hospitality destinations, The Fish on the beautiful Farncombe Estate. Blessed with glorious sunshine, spectacular woodland views, and exceptional hospitality, it was a Huddle that perfectly captured everything we love about bringing people together. The Fish is one of three …
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