This week in Cheltenham: 17 to 23 May 2026
This week in Cheltenham: 17 to 23 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
Man punched to the floor during attack in Cheltenham
The man pictured may have information which could assist the investigation
Rollout of 20mph zones seen as a 'disaster' with hundreds of villages to miss out and volunteer speed watch to be axed
Only 40 communities out of the county’s 400 parishes will get them in the next two to three years
Security for empty Gloucester care facility could cost £520,000 a year
Questions have been raised over the ‘hefty’ cost of 24 hour surveillance at Great Western Court
Road outside Cheltenham primary school to be closed all week
The resurfacing will take place during school hours
Woman has clump of hair pulled out in Cheltenham Festival attack
She was also hit around the head multiple times on Gold Cup day
Legendary Cheltenham opera singer remembered in heart-warming tributes
She was described as “one of the most beloved sopranos of her generation”
Read more about Legendary Cheltenham opera singer remembered heart
Fears Cotswolds' 'northern gateway' will be ruined by plans to build 400 homes
‘Where is the necessary infrastructure going to come from?’
Read more about Fears Cotswolds northern gateway ruined plans
Cheltenham Post Office broken into in midnight raid as stamps stolen
The locks were forced before they gained entry
Fears over Temple Guiting quarrying as villagers say they don't open their windows due to the dust
The cluster of stone quarries has been a cause of concern for years
Read more about Fears Temple Guiting quarrying villagers say
No plans to cull Gloucester's cattle, city council says
Council leaders say the rumour about the Robinswood Hill and Alney Island cows is false
Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling 2026: what to know before Gloucester’s wildest Bank Holiday race
A fun, practical guide to the 2026 Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling near Brockworth, with the date, format, viewing notes and a link to every recorded winner.
Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling records: the winners, legends and repeat champions to know
Before the next cheese goes flying down Cooper’s Hill, here are the winners, repeat champions and record names that make the Gloucestershire race so memorable.
Cheltenham man fuming after Yodel package dropped on doorstep
He said the gift he bought was broken when he opened it
Also worth watching locally
A few other local talking points may develop into fuller stories as more details emerge.
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We also recognised three local people – Dave Bath, Clare Seed and Steve Cotterill – who were awarded Honorary Freeman for their dedication and contribution to Cheltenham Read more in our news story https://t.co/HcMmlnoQS2
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The Strand is one of the gateways to the pedestrianised town centre on one of the main gateway routes into town. Lucky that Gloucestershire County Council and Cheltenham Borough Council take the state of our public realm so seriously. The civic pride is just overflowing! https://t.co/sCgt8zSDSC
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WE’RE HIRING! Ready for your next challenge in property? CGT Lettings is looking for an experienced Senior Property Manager to join our Cheltenham Head Office team. Send your CV to Lisa Kent: lisa.kent@cgtlettings.com https://t.co/I8n997MY7z
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Check back through the week as this roundup is updated with more Cheltenham stories.