Farms and Art in Gloucestershire
- Teams have reported from the scenic Gloucestershire countryside showcasing local farms and art activities.
- The coverage highlights the blend of agricultural life with cultural expressions in the area.
- This initiative celebrates community engagement and rural creativity.
This week in Gloucestershire has been marked by a blend of cultural and agricultural events, as well as significant archaeological discoveries. With favorable weather conditions, local reporters have been engaging with farmers who are currently harvesting their crops while discussing the challenges they face in the upcoming year. The agricultural community is bracing for a tough 2024, highlighting the ongoing struggles within the sector. In urban developments, the Submergence Gloucester event has launched at the Eastgate Shopping Centre, offering free light and sound sensory experiences. This installation, which previously attracted 51,000 visitors at Gloucester Cathedral in 2020, will run until the end of August and includes various workshops. Meanwhile, the scaffolding around One Cathedral View and Two Cathedral View has been removed, revealing facades inspired by the nearby cathedral's cloisters. In Cheltenham, a newly-painted mural of a horse on The Famous pub has received retrospective planning permission, allowing it to remain. Although ticketed events in Gloucester are sold out, residents can still enjoy pop-up play days and outdoor cinema screenings throughout the summer. Archaeological efforts are also making headlines, with excavations at a kiln site linked to Roman Britain's second-largest town, Corinium (modern-day Cirencester). After three years of work, archaeologists report that the site has exceeded their expectations. Additionally, Stroud Brewery has partnered with local hobby farmers to repurpose waste, providing a sustainable source of fiber and protein while supporting the community.