This week in Cheltenham: 24 to 30 May 2026
This week in Cheltenham: 24 to 30 May 2026
A look back at the local stories people were reading in Cheltenham this week, from breaking news and community updates to events, travel and town centre life.
The main stories this week
Cheltenham's new 'prison-block chic' row of houses blasted
The emerging look of the new 147-home estate on the former North Place car park has sparked a strong response from Cheltenham Civic Society
Concerns over travelling midwives under 24/7 maternity callout service plan
Hospital chiefs are working on plans to safely reopen the birth centre in Cheltenham and restore the county’s home births service
Almost 2 million illegal cigarettes seized amid trading standards crackdown
The UK Treasury loses out on more than £1.8 billion a year in unpaid tax due to the illegal tobacco trade
'Risk of death' from illegally stored fireworks as Cheltenham firm hit with £25k fine
The fireworks firm and owner were both fined by the court
Read more about Risk death illegally stored fireworks Cheltenham
Fears of 'alcohol-fuelled shouting' from restaurant customers in at Cotswolds village suffering from overtourism
‘We have all had to live with a huge amount of noise and disruption for many years now’
Read more about Fears alcohol fuelled shouting restaurant customers
From a cocktail bar to a Pilates studio – all the new openings coming to Cheltenham
There’s a lot of exciting new businesses opening in Montpellier
Also worth watching locally
A few other local talking points may develop into fuller stories as more details emerge.
The Arkle Court scheme is every bit as bad as we predicted. The planners wouldn’t listen. The Planning Committee wouldn’t listen. But the buck stops with them as they voted unanimously in favour. https://t.co/PCSdjbt0qm
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PHILADELPHIA AREA ONLY Tarteel Travel is hiring a Travel Agent to help serve the guests of Allah through Hajj & Umrah. MUST work from our office 2 Ryers Ave Suite F, Cheltenham, PA 19012 NOT Remote / NOT Online Send resume: HR@tarteeltravel.com https://t.co/BmFjHAJfKF
Posted on X by @TARTEELTRAVEL
Great to join Minister @SylviaJonesMPP at the Cheltenham Badlands in Caledon to launch Milestones in Ontario's History – a digital timeline by @ONheritage showcasing our history. I encourage everyone to celebrate Ontario's heritage by exploring the many landmarks that define https://t.co/A6Fa17tmcB
Posted on X by @BramptonGraham
We are looking for a building surveyor to play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the council’s diverse property portfolio. Your expertise will ensure that our buildings remain safe, functional, and well-preserved for generations to come. Visit: https://t.co/niMIT3ugbJ https://t.co/PxJebWMyke
Posted on X by @CheltenhamBC
@cineworld – is cheltenham closed on Sunday. As no films showing? Thanks
Posted on X by @jane_fgh1994
Award-Winning Burger Creators The Beefy Boys Bring New Cookbook Tour To Cheltenham #burgerRecipes #cheltenham #cookbookTour #foodEvents #greatBritishBbq #nottingham #theBeefyBoys https://t.co/JXb7u2onK6
Posted on X by @midlandsgazette
Check back through the week as this roundup is updated with more Cheltenham stories.