A closed road that has brought a part of Nailsworth to a standstill George Street remains impassable after contractors hit a gas pipe during repairs to the key road Wales & West Utilities are set to finish their repairs today Friday before handing the baton over to Gloucestershire County Council A sign placed at the works suggest the road will now reopen after May 7 Wales & West Utilities Operations Manager for Stroud said: “We have made a full repair to the mains in the George Road area of Nailsworth following damage caused by third-party contractors resurfacing the road “Our engineers worked as safely and as quickly as possible to isolate and stop the leak and the nature of the damage meant we needed to bring in additional teams to support our work “We are filling in the holes that we have dug and will then hand the road closure back over to Gloucestershire County Council for them to complete their road resurfacing work “We would like to thank everyone for their patience while we worked to make this essential repair.” To contact the Stroud Times team, please visit our contact page to find the appropriate email address or send us your story via email on news@stroudtimes.com Website built and managed by Hewlett Photography & Design A major overnight gas leak has caused significant disruption in Nailsworth Emergency services attended the scene on George Street following reports of a “strong smell of gas” from 8pm last night Nearby homes were evacuated and residents were further advised to keep their windows and doors closed Nailsworth Computer Shop owner Pat Coyle told Stroud Times: “This is not good news for people who use this road to get to work Shops can still be reached from the W.” said: “The smell is toxic and the town smells disgusting – I’m just glad we didn’t witness an explosion as this would have caused serious damage or even fatalities.” said: “Last night (14 April) we received reports that a third-party contractor working in the George Street area of Nailsworth had damaged a gas pipe on our network during late-night road resurfacing work We immediately sent our team to investigate and discovered a gas leak as a result of the damage “Our engineers worked as safely and as quickly as possible last night to isolate and stop the leak Today we are working to make a full repair on the pipe.   “In agreement with Gloucestershire County Council we will keep the Council’s road closure along George Street in place while we work and we do not yet know how long our work will take We would like to thank everyone for their patience while we work to make this essential repair.”   Nigel Farage’s Reform Party has won its first-ever seat in Stonehouse Dean Botterill has been elected as a County Councillor for Stonehouse with 825 votes on a turnout of 33.7 per cent He pipped green candidate Tom Jarman by 11 votes The seat was previously held by former Independent councillor Nick Housden Reform seized control of eight authorities from the Conservatives including former strongholds Kent and Staffordshire veteran Nailsworth county councillor Steve Robinson was re-elected for the Labour Party Cllr Robinson polled 1,675 votes but faced a strong challenge from the Green Party’s Gill Thomas The Liberal Democrats are now the largest party on Gloucestershire County Council They took a total of 27 seats – one short of the 28 needed to gain overall control of the council They will have to negotiate with other parties to form a coalition the Green Party defeated Labour in a by-election in Stroud has been elected as a Stroud District Councillor for the Stroud Central Ward She won with 416 votes on a turnout of 40.9 per cent by nearly 300 votes Cllr James-Hodges replaces former Stroud MP David Drew – who resigned in February Your results for GCC elections in the Stroud area Bisley & Painswick – Gary Luff elected for the Green Party Cam Valley – Michael Rees elected for the Reform Party Dursley – Richard Dean elected for the Green Party Hardwicke & Severn – Stephen Davies re-elected for the Conservatives Haresfield & Upton St Leonards (new) – John Patient elected for the Green Party Minchinhampton – Chloe Turner re-elected for the Green Party Nailsworth –  Steve Robinson re-elected for the Labour Party Rodborough – Craig Horrocks elected for the Green Party Stonehouse – Dean Botterill elected for the Reform Party Stroud Central – Natalie Rothwell-Warn elected for the Green Party Wotton-under-Edge – Linda Cohen – re-elected for the Liberal Democrats Cate James-Hodges (Green) – 416 votes Hena Mannan-Rahman (Conservative) – 60 votes Philip Purves (Liberal Democrats) – 27 votes A historic drinking fountain in Nailsworth has been restored by specialist contractors on behalf of Stroud District Council Using an advanced steam-based stone cleaning system the restoration team removed accumulated dirt and grime at high temperatures while ensuring the structure remained unharmed the eponymous monument on Fountain Street serves as a memorial to local solicitor William Smith who worked throughout his life to improve the supply of drinking water in Nailsworth It bears the inscription “This fountain was erected in 1862 as a memorial of the late William Smith Esquire of this village by those who admired his character and deplored his removal from them by a sudden death September 29 1861 at the age of 53 years” Constructed of Cotswold limestone with additions of grey and buff sandstone the fountain is an exceptional example of Victorian Gothic architecture It stands approximately four metres tall on a hexagonal base topped with a crocketed spirelet capped by a poppyhead The fountain has been relocated several times within Nailsworth finally returning close to its original site in 2009 after a campaign by former mayor and district councillor 1963 Relocated a few metres to accommodate road widening 2002 Vandals removed the top of the pinnacle Traffic lights installed in Nailsworth this morning Traffic is crawling along the Bath Road into Nailsworth and causing chaos in the centre of town told Stroud Times: “This is turning Nailsworth into a living nightmare – temporary traffic lights are continually being put up and people are sick of it.” This comes after George Street was closed due to a gas leak a fortnight ago UPDATE: Traffic lights on Bridge Street have now been removed as of 2pm A road closure is set continue into the weekend told Stroud Times: “We are continuing to work in the George Road area of Nailsworth to repair damage to a gas pipe caused last night by third-party contractors resurfacing the road Today we have been working to make a full repair on the pipe and the nature of the damage has meant we will need to bring in additional teams to support our work From our assessment of the repair required we anticipate that our work will continue into the weekend “In agreement with Gloucestershire County Council “We would like to thank everyone for their patience while we work to make this essential repair.”   Traders in Nailsworth impacted by a three-week road closure are emphasising that the town is still open for business A banner encouraging shoppers to support the town was unveiled on Minchinhampton common this morning The banner is urging drivers to drop into to town via the Nailsworth W and park in Morrisons car park The move comes after George Street was closed to traffic following a gas leak three weeks ago Work is due to be completed over the weekend Trader Charlotte Miles who owns Pulp Stationery & Lifestyle in George Street told Stroud Times: “Nailsworth has suffered during the past three weeks but we are very much open and ready to welcome all of our lovely visitors Please support our small local businesses because it’s crunch time for many of us.” A new sweet shop is set to open in Nailsworth Confection Affection will open next month on the former site of Coco Confectionery in Fountain Street who also owns Confection Affection in Union Street “We are planning to open in late March and are looking forward to bringing some Confection Affection magic to Nailsworth,” Mr Elms told Stroud Times “We plan to have over 100 varieties of sweets in jars the tuck shop favourites we know our customers love Two former bakery shop employees have started their own business in Nailsworth Following the closure of Walkers in January Lisa Gatley and Lesley Glover have teamed up to run Nice Baps on Cossack Square told Stroud Times: “I worked for Walkers for eight years and Lesley spent 15years at the bakery but thought we would give this ago when the building became available.” Lisa and Lesley are intent on following the same traditions that made Walkers so popular Lisa added: “We’re doing all the usual food that we served at Walkers Lisa hopes customers will see the funny side of the quirky business name: “We all need a smile and a laugh and the name Nice Baps is just that.” Customers flocked to the opening this morning One early customer told Stroud Times: “We were so sad when Walkers closed so this is the icing on the cake to welcome Lisa and Lesley back to Nailsworh.” Nice Baps is open Tuesday to Friday from 7.30am – 1.30pm Months of arduous preparation has finally born fruit with a new sweet shop set to open for business on Friday Confection Affection in Nailsworth can be found on the former site of Coco Confectionery in Fountain Street the shop offers a plethora of delights with more than 100 sweets in jars fudge and a selection of sugar-free and plant-based chocolate treats The shop is open Monday to Saturday from 9.15am- 4.45pm Stroud Times was afforded a sneak preview ahead of the big opening next Friday Watch Peter’s guided tour of the new shop Stroud League Division Five outfit Nailsworth Town face a play-off semi-final clash against Longford at the KGV on Saturday The promotion-chasers finished runners-up in the regular season securing their spot with a 5-3 victory over Sherston Town Reserves thanks to braces from James Stanbury and Ethan Matthews and a Jamie Apew strike Nailsworth’s play-off rivals Longford finished third in the Stroud League Division Five north section Drivers flouting free parking rules have been penalised in Nailsworth More than eight drivers were slapped with penalty notice charge tickets (PCNs) at the SDC owned Nailsworth Town Hall and Comrades car park Fines cost between £50 and £70 depending on the offence but the cost is halved if people pay within two weeks of tickets being issued A Stroud District Council spokesperson told Stroud Times: “There is no parking charge for SDC spaces in Nailsworth but time limits help ensure a turnover of vehicles This means shoppers can find a space and spend money in the town Vehicles parked over the time limit may be ticketed with a penalty notice “There are six SDC short stay car parks in Nailsworth which have 128 spaces including disabled bays and motorcycle areas “Drivers who wish to park for longer than four hours in SDC’s Nailsworth car parks can do so in two long stay car parks at New Market Road and Old Market West which have 66 spaces available for stays of up to 23 hours Full details are available at www.stroud.gov.uk/streets-travel/parking/” A key road in Nailsworth is due to shut tonight George Street will be closed overnight for resurfacing work from 8pm this evening until 7am on Saturday The work is due to be completed by Tuesday Police are appealing for CCTV footage after a woman dog walker was followed by an unknown man in Nailsworth Police were called by a member of the public who had been approached by a woman at around 9pm on Tuesday She told him that a man had been following her and asked him for assistance The man who had been following the woman then hid behind a van and left the scene aged between 40 and 50 and of average height and build He was wearing dark clothing and large boots which he dragged as he walked officers have actively patrolled the area during the evenings last week and have made a number of enquiries into the incident They are now appealing for any information and are keen to hear from anyone who has relevant dashcam CCTV or doorbell footage to contact police quoting incident 566 of 25 March You can provide information online by completing the following form:https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/   Police officers are currently attending an incident in Nailsworth Four police vehicles and six officers are on the scene directly outside the Village Inn pub on the Bath Road after a car was pulled over An eye witness told Stroud Times: “Police are extensively searching a car which had a single occupant in.” The reason film crews have recently been spotted in Nailsworth and Stroud has been revealed Filming has taken place around Nailsworth at various locations including Coco Confectionary in Fountain Street and K’n’G Convenience on Old Market Street and Nailsworth Social Club Crews have also been spotted at Capel’s Mill in Stroud Such A Vivid Imagination is a feature film written by Dave Fedash and directed by Ina Luders The film features a raft of local talent with lead actress Sheherazade Farrell joined by Nancy Breheny and Cherry Walters The cast includes a number of actors from Susan Lynch’s Rats Stroud community theatre group including sisters Laura and Vicky Ashcroft whose brother is legendary musician Richard Ashcroft The film tells the story of 13-year-old Celia whose summer takes an unexpected turn when she discovers her mother’s affair and stumbles upon a man’s body near her secret hideout promising a fresh and compelling cinematic experience Lee Stone said: “The project embraces a unique model where the cast and crew are working with a stake in the film’s potential success rather than upfront salaries reflecting their belief in the film’s potential Producers Julia Gurry and Alessandro Garau have led successful fundraising efforts through crowdfunding and private equity with an ongoing campaign seeking an additional £20,000 to support post-production.” To support this groundbreaking project, please visit suchavividimaginationmovie.com Swipe through the gallery of pictures of filming at Capel’s Mill Four-way traffic lights installed in Nailsworth this morning said: “This is like a recurring nightmare as the temporary lights are back again.” Severn Trent have confirmed the delays are due to a small pipe repair on Fountain Street When Paddy Clatworthy finished his third summer season working as the chef in a family-owned restaurant surrounded by olive trees in Nailsworth – is itself a much-loved family restaurant But Paddy had an itch he couldn’t scratch – the dream of running his own place The Olive Tree has one other thing in common with the little white taverna in the sun-bleached southern Peloponnese – its moussaka “When I made the difficult decision to leave the Rema Taverna,” said Paddy “I went to see the brothers who owned it and asked me if there was anything I’d like to take with me as a memento of my time with them There was only one answer… the recipe for their mum’s moussaka.” It was the first thing on The Olive Tree’s menu when it eventually opened a few years later and it’s still Paddy’s favourite on an extensive menu of Mediterranean dishes heavily influenced by the cuisine of Greece “I can’t reveal the secret ingredients,’” he says “other than that it’s made with love I can say that we’ve served literally tens of thousands of them since we first opened our doors.” Paddy’s journey in creating The Olive Tree with his wife Sarah started more than twenty years ago and with American and British restaurant chains and on the career treadmill with Bass Leisure which owned restaurants and bars up and down the country They could have climbed the ladder at Bass but they were disillusioned with impersonal and restrictive corporate culture and had that nagging dream at the backs of their minds – to open their own family restaurant and coffee bar home-cooked Mediterranean food made with the freshest ingredients Paddy added: “Bass was a high pressure but we wanted the scope to bring our own personality into our work and to really get to know our staff and customers The only way to do that was to run our own place So we handed in our notice and started working on our plan.” Going from the safety of employment with a national organisation to suddenly working for yourself with all the risks and headaches that brings and the couple were under no illusions about how tough the restaurant business is They knew only too well that around 80% of restaurants fail inside five years The Olive Tree is one of the success stories: two decades later it’s still going strong – testament to their hard work and commitment – and has just celebrated its twentieth birthday with a major refurb Paddy and Sarah took a much-needed ‘gap year’ around south east Asia recharging their batteries and finessing their plans the first job was to find premises – and they were ‘incredibly lucky’ to happen on Nailsworth and the George Street building they’ve occupied ever since “We loved the town and the restaurant as soon as we saw it,” said Paddy hidden away in this picturesque valley on the edge of the Cotswolds “It was perfect – we met the landlords who have been fantastic and supportive ever since – and did the deal It was hard work – we refurbished and rebranded it without closing for a single hour and just worked through the night turning it into The Olive Tree.” It was a baptism of fire – the couple had run top restaurants but they also needed to learn the ropes of building a brand and a reputation which paid off with a steady stream of customers attracted by the restaurant’s growing reputation for excellent customer service and delicious and authentic food inspired by the best of Italian cooked with locally-sourced ingredients wherever possible Cam Catering Butchers supply The Olive Tree’s meat says Paddy – uses an exclusive bean from legendary roasters James Gourmet of Ross-On-Wye “Many of our customers have been with us every step of our journey,” said Paddy and it’s almost as though we’re an extension of their own homes We’ve been with people on their entire journeys through countless birthday parties and wedding breakfasts The customers are the first thing we think about from the moment we open in the morning for coffee and a homemade cake And the long-term loyalty built around The Olive Tree doesn’t stop there – it extends to the staff has been with us for sixteen years,” said Paddy I’m constantly impressed with their consistently delicious food Sarah no longer works in the restaurant – she left it in Paddy’s capable hands in 2006 when she had the first of the couple’s two daughters She has since retrained as a highly successful Sports Massage Therapist based out of the family home in a village near Nailsworth but those daughters – Evie and Lily – have more than taken her place giving Paddy the joy and pride of working alongside them “The Olive Tree is truly a family business,” said Paddy “Working with both girls is an absolute pleasure and I’m fully aware of fortunate I to spend this time with my teenage daughters.” It hasn’t been all plain sailing – the 2008 financial crisis and the Covid lockdowns were both immensely challenging and the energy costs which are particularly hard on restaurants Paddy has horror stories to tell – such as the overnight increase in utility bills from £10,000 to £35,000 and the inflationary effect on food prices which can mean a menu becomes unprofitable in between printing it and putting it in front of a customer But the wide smile is still there as he talks about the way he and his team have fought through it all and he is confident that the future looks bright “I don’t believe in resting on your laurels,’ he said ‘We’ve had some famous days and nights here www.theolivetree-nailsworth.com Around 250 Harley-Davidson motorcycles headed through Nailsworth on Saturday morning The ride was organised by Guildford-based Hogsback Chapter of Harley-Davidson owners who have been spending the weekend at a rally at the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester Dozens of people lined the road on Minchinhampton Common to get a glimpse of the iconic American bikes before the descended The W and rode into Nailsworth The club has more than 400 members and regularly organises rides and events across the country This weekend is the club’s seventh visit to Cirencester and the ride saw them pass through Nailsworth Badminton and Tetbury before returning to the start in Cirencester The club is unique in that its name contains ‘Hog’ Nailsworth Town atoned for this by taking the bragging rights at Stroud Reserves with a 2-1 victory A sumptuous strike from James Stanbury and a fizzing Josh Cowley free-kick proved the difference Town followed this up with a 1-0 home victory over Wickwar Reserves thanks to Daniel Gill Nailsworth are currently fifth in Stroud League Division Five A major Nailsworth road remains closed this morning Stroud Times reported on Saturday that a water leak had forced an emergency road closure outside Nailsworth Town Hall on the Old Bristol Road towards Horsley Work commenced to fix the leak over the weekend and is expected to be completed today The road is due to shut again for two days from Wednesday Vinotopia in Nailsworth is awarded the title of Independent Drinks Retailer of the Year at the 2025 Drinks Retailing Awards — at a ceremony recognising merchants from across the whole of the UK In a glitzy ceremony at The Dorchester Hotel in London, the Drinks Retailing Awards 2025 gave the accolade of Independent Drinks Retailer of the Year to the Nailsworth-based Vinotopia Wines The awards celebrate outstanding achievements within the thriving drinks sector in the UK — and Vinotopia beat out competitors from London Judges commended Vinotopia's commitment to offering 'enriching experiences for both customers and the local community' referencing the catalogue of events it holds at its Wine Barn Weekly lifestyle and business highlights straight to your inbox Being able to favourite articles is just one of a host of member exclusive benefits Being able to create your own lists is just one of a host of member exclusive benefits Nailsworth Silver Band had an historic outing to Torquay this weekend marking a significant milestone in their musical journey Competing in the West of England regional of the National Brass Band Championships of Great Britain the band achieved an outstanding second place finish a feat that has etched a new chapter in their rich history The result was achieved in the Second Section which is the third tier of the brass band pyramid This historic achievement is particularly noteworthy as Nailsworth were appearing in the Second Section for only the third time with their last appearance dating back over 30 years to 1993 The second place finish in the Second Section now stands as the band’s highest finish in their 106-year history following on from the successes of last year where the band reached the National Final of the Third Section and achieved promotion to the Second Section This year’s result means that Nailsworth Silver Band has qualified for the National Finals again in September and 2025) and notably the first in the Second Section Each of these appearances has marked a significant step in their journey showcasing their persistent pursuit of excellence and commitment to growth All bands in the Section are required to perform the same piece of music with points awarded based on the interpretation of the piece This year’s chosen composition was called Friendly Takeover by Oliver Waespi praised Nailsworth Silver Band’s performance describing it as a ‘quality performance [with] excellent band sound and so well controlled by the Musical Director (MD)’ Individual instruments received special accolades in the feedback with particular nods to the ‘sonorous and lyrical flugel’ ‘confident solo cornet’ and ‘excellent basses’ These individual praises highlight the diverse talent within the band and their collective ability to produce a harmonious and compelling sound has led the group through an unprecedented period of success Adachi expressed immense pride in the band stating: “The fantastic group of musicians at Nailsworth are hardworking supportive of each other and understand that successful ensemble playing means being more than the sum of our parts I am so proud to lead them and of this incredible performance in our first outing in the Second Section.” The band’s history stretches back over a century and each milestone reflects their enduring dedication to musical excellence The achievement in Torquay not only adds to their legacy but also sets a new standard for future performances The progression from the Third Section to the Second is a testament to their evolving skill and resilience As Nailsworth Silver Band prepares for the National Finals in September Their journey has been marked by hard work and an unwavering commitment to excellence The upcoming finals will undoubtedly be another opportunity for the band to showcase their talent on a national stage The local community and supporters of Nailsworth have played a pivotal role in the band’s success Their encouragement and unwavering support have fostered a positive environment that propels the band forward This sense of community is reflected in the collective pride and celebration of the band’s achievements Nailsworth Silver Band’s historic outing to Torquay exemplifies the pinnacle of dedication As they continue to build on their achievements the band remains a shining example of musical excellence Their journey serves as an inspiration to all aspiring musicians illustrating that with hard work and unity With their eyes set on future competitions and performances Nailsworth Silver Band is poised to continue their legacy of excellence The band’s commitment to growth and improvement ensures that they will remain a prominent figure in the brass band community for years to come The Tesco Express convenience store in Nailsworth is set to close temporarily for refurbishment A sign appeared this morning to inform customers the store on Old Market will be closed from September 22 and will reopen on October 24 The store also includes Nailsworth’s post office Shoppers are being advised to use the Tesco Express in Stroud Friends of a popular former Nailsworth shop owner want to fund a memorial bench to honour her memory Her funeral saw hundreds of friends and neighbours gather in the centre of Nailsworth to pay respects to their much-loved friend with a huge daisy chain decorating her Daisy Jane clothing shop in George Street who owns Pulp in Nailsworth now wants to place a bench in the town to remember her close friend: “I am raising money to install a memorial bench for my dear friend Jane who ran Daisy Jane until she passed away suddenly in June this year and as so we have decided to install a memorial bench and will have hand painted daisies and poppies on the arms Please donate anything you can towards the cause “There will be collection boxes available in Pulp Daisy Jane and Jacaranda on George Street.” The ad-free version is ready for purchase on iOS mobile app today we couldn't find that page";var n=e.querySelector("h2");return n&&n.remove(),{staticContent:e,title:t}},d=function(e){var t=document.createElement("button");return t.innerText=e,t.classList.add("error-page-button"),t},f=function(e){var t=document.createElement("div");t.id="recirculation-404",t.classList.add("brand-hint-bg");var n="\n \n \n Tick here if you would like us to send you the author’s response Forest Green Rovers FC were formed in 1889 as Forest Green They play in the 5,032-capacity The New Lawn stadium in Nailsworth They play in League Two and are also known as Rovers The Little Club On The Hill and the Green Army The town of Nailsworth has been plunged into grief following the shock passing of popular shop owner Jane Luff hundreds of friends and neighbours gathered in the town centre A huge daisy chain decorated her George Street shop as Jane’s family gathered for a minute’s silence said: “We’re completely devastated at losing our beautiful Jane Having so many people coming into our shops to make these daisies and reminisce “Jane is remembered by us all as a beautiful soul She always had time for people and was a wise creative and loving lady who had a great eye for clothing she did a huge amount of work for the town most recently creator of the poppy displays She married husband Nick in 2021 and was mother to Selina and Kelly Jane will be sadly missed and forever remembered.” A much-loved Nailsworth business is up for sale Nailsworth is run by Ella Berry and Charlotte Miles Charlotte explained to Stroud Times why they’ve decided to put the shop on the market: “After an amazing year of trade “We have had so much fun building our sweetest dreams The shop is looking gorgeous and we have amazing customers and can’t wait to see where the business goes next.” Anyone interested in the shop should email: nailsworthcoco@gmail.com will show wannabe garden designers how gardens can inspire and unite people across generations and communities at this year's prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 There were more than 30 entries for judges to weigh up in the design competition Properties were left without power in Nailsworth as a huge power cut hit the region this morning National Grid says 615 properties are impacted by the power outage and expect power to return by noon we estimate to have the power restored by 12:00 National Grid said: “We are aware of the power cut The incident was raised at 10.25am this morning and our engineers are working to get the power returned as quickly as possible We are sorry for any inconvenience this is causing you.” Nailsworth Town FC is now in its third season in the Stroud & District League and is looking forward to another positive season after a tough pre-season programme New boss Russ Beale has come in and with a combination of former Nailsworth players and a handful of new faces the team now looks balanced and more purposeful from last season is to gain promotion from division five and after early victories against Uley Reserves and Minety Reserves with plenty of goals and much quality football Nailsworth sits comfortably at the top of the table If there is anyone who is interested in supporting the Club either as a sponsor or a player, please get in touch, either via FB: Nailsworth Town or email: nailsworthtown2022@gmail.com Matches take place at King George V Playing Field in Nailsworth and fixtures are updated regularly on the Club FB site the Club greatly thanks this year’s sponsors – Amalfi Ristorante & Pizzeria Home > News By Laura Enfield | 3rd February 2025 A burgeoning independent drinks business in Nailsworth has been shortlisted for a national award Wine and spirit specialists Vinotopia upgraded from a shipping container unit to a barn shop 16 months ago It has now been named a finalist in the Drinks Retailing Awards 2025 It is one of three businesses up for Independent Wine Retailer of the Year with the winners due to be announced at a ceremony in London tomorrow (Feb 4) Hundreds of hopeful businesses from across the UK were nominated for the prestigious title Vinotopia impressed judges with its impressive growth following a move to its new home on the Nailsworth Garden Centre estate They said the Wine Barn's unique atmosphere and the breadth and quality of beverages on offer made it stand out Vinotopia's focus on an enriching experience for customers and the local community was also mentioned as a reason why it was chosen workshops and dinners include a recent sold-out Burns Night supper a Champagne masterclass and monthly 'sip & stitch' night for local craft-lovers "We're blown away to have made the final in this category particularly when you look at the calibre of other independents that we're lucky enough to have here in the UK," said Andy Cole "This truly is testament to the incredible hard work of our close-knit team here at the Barn as well as the wonderful support we've had from our local Cotswold community "When we moved from our shipping container unit to the much larger Barn premises 16 months' ago we were taking a risk; yet remained confident in the fact that not only were we offering something unique for local customers to enjoy but that the larger premises would allow us to grow the online and corporate side to the business "We're extremely proud to say that we've done just that with even more exciting plans up our sleeves for the future." Opinion marks early verdict on Labour amid Shire Hall shakeup The project has been more than a decade in the making and could see 620 acres of greenbelt transformed into a new town It has revealed plans to open a branch in town as part of a rapid expansion Forest of Dean venture shares its fears amid new burden Reproduction of any content is strictly forbidden without prior permission We use cookies to help make our website better. For more information on cookies and how to block them, visit https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies/ A Nailsworth eatery has been handed a new five-out-of-five food hygiene rating The top marks were handed out to the renowned Olive Tree restaurant following an assessment from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “You know you’re doing a great job but it’s even better to be told by the governing bodies that your standards are excellent.”