Michelle Fyrne

Michelle co-founded SoPublishing in 2007, returning to her home county of Gloucestershire after living in London and the Middle East. She has worked as a journalist on titles including The Guardian, The Evening Standard and Time Out Dubai during her 20-year media career, and gained a postgraduate diploma from City University’s prestigious Journalism School.

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Senior manufacturing engineer role opens at Moog’s £50 million smart factory in Tewkesbury

From Formula 1 technology and flight control systems to advanced aerospace engineering, Moog has built a reputation for precision...
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Aerospace giant Moog expands Gloucestershire engineering team at £50 million smart factory

Moog is expanding its Gloucestershire operation with new engineering opportunities at its £50 million smart factory near...
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Quality engineer role launches at aerospace giant Moog in Tewkesbury

From ensuring aircraft systems meet the highest safety standards to supporting cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing, Moog is...
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rockwealth expands Cheltenham headquarters as £1 billion business grows nationwide

Gloucestershire-founded financial planning firm rockwealth has expanded its Cheltenham headquarters with key new appointments, as...
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Gloucester celebrates official opening of landmark £107m Forum development

Business leaders, civic figures and project partners gathered to celebrate the opening of Gloucester’s 'transformational' landmark...
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Season two of Jilly Cooper's Rivals launches on Disney+ with Gloucestershire film locations to spot

Jilly Cooper's steamy hit Rivals is set to return for a second season, launching on streaming platform Disney+ on 15 May 2026 –...
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‘Midlife isn’t a cliff edge – it’s a biological design window’: Inside Cheltenham’s pioneering longevity programme

From burnout and brain fog to sleep, stress and long-term performance, more people are questioning how well they’re really ageing....
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Final names for the Forest Live 2026 shows at Westonbirt Arboretum revealed

While the big headline names – including Fatboy Slim, Deacon Blue, UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, Rick Astley and Richard Ashcroft –...
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17 dog-friendly attractions in the Cotswolds

From historic castles and beautiful parklands to steam train adventures and family-friendly mazes, discover 17 dog-friendly...
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Hidden inside Cheltenham’s No.131, Bar Tokyo brings cocktails and Japanese bites to a new intimate setting

Inspired by the late-night bars of the Japanese metropolis, the newly relaunched Bar Tokyo has opened inside No.131 – with...
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Franco Manca Cheltenham confirms closure date for Promenade restaurant

There is not long left to visit Franco Manca Cheltenham, with the Promenade pizza restaurant confirming it will be serving its...
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Acoustic solutions specialist opens showroom to help businesses create quieter, more productive workplaces

A new Cheltenham showroom is set to change how Gloucestershire businesses think about workspace design, as global manufacturer...
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Fresh food vending concept Tuckshop grows to 21 locations across the region

Gloucestershire start-up, Tuckshop, is transforming the humble vending machine into a destination for fresh, locally made food –...
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Well known local owners are opening a new pub on the Cotswold Way in Dowdeswell

Brand-new country pub The Fox is preparing to open on the former Koloshi restaurant site in Lower Dowdeswell, bringing fresh life...
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University of Gloucestershire unveils new £3 million dental school and NHS hub

A new dental school and NHS treatment hub have been confirmed for Gloucester city centre, boosting training, access to care and...
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‘Sleep is the foundation of everything’ – why you’re not sleeping and how a specialist programme in Cheltenham can help

Poor sleep is becoming an increasing issue for many – and is often a symptom of deeper challenges rather than the root cause....
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25 best beer gardens in Gloucestershire for outdoor drinking and dining

From a golden-hour spritz in a country pub garden to a perfectly poured pint at a canalside brewery, discover Gloucestershire’s...
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15 of the best festivals in Cheltenham to book for 2026

From world-famous literature and science festivals to music, sport and summer events, discover 15 of the best festivals in...
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East Glos Club crowned national Club of the Year at prestigious sporting awards

Named the best in the UK, Cheltenham’s East Glos Club has won the Club of the Year title at the LTA Awards 2026, for its...
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11 best places to see bluebells in Gloucestershire this spring

Discover where to see bluebells in Gloucestershire this April and May, with SoGlos’s guide to the county’s most spectacular...
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7 places where kids eat free in Gloucestershire this school holiday

From lively Japanese and Sri Lankan independent restaurants to popular pizza and sushi chains, SoGlos rounds up some of the best...
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8 organisations helping Gloucestershire businesses to go green

With Earth Day 2026 taking place in April 2026 – and Gloucestershire aiming to achieve net zero carbon by 2045 – SoGlos has put...
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Cotswolds Confetti Flower Field announces its summer opening dates

The famous Confetti Flower Field in the Cotswolds will be bursting with colour again this summer — with its 2026 opening dates...
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Mango's first Gloucestershire store in Regent Arcade Cheltenham is now open

Global fashion brand Mango is bringing its signature style to Cheltenham, with the new store now open in Regent Arcade.
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The Gloucestershire Family Bucket List

The Gloucestershire Family Bucket List 2026 returns with 100 unforgettable family days out in the county – from unique attractions...
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Nostalgic sweet shop leads new wave of openings at Gloucester Quays

A nostalgic confectioner, Mr Simms Sweet Shop, and high-end opticians Brand Eyewear, are among the latest spring openings at...