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2026/2027 Community Grants are open for application

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:38:00 Z

Forest of Dean District Council has opened applications for its 2026/2027 Community Grants Fund, inviting not-for-profit voluntary and community groups to apply for financial support that strengthens local connections and empowers residents across the district.

A fresh start for Five Acres as construction officially begins

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:07:00 Z

Residents will soon see the new community facility at Five Acres begin to take shape, with construction work now officially underway on phase one of the project.

Forest of Dean continues journey toward UNESCO Biosphere designation

Tue, 05 May 2026 13:30:00 Z

The Forest of Dean District is continuing its journey towards becoming the UK’s eighth designated UNESCO Biosphere - a positive step focused on celebrating the area’s people, place, and proud working landscape.

Drivers urged to help protect the Forest of Dean from litter

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:00:00 Z

Residents and motorists are being asked to help protect the natural beauty of the Forest of Dean, as the district council highlights the growing problem of litter along roadsides and verges.

Councillor Dave Tradgett appointed Cabinet Member for Property and Projects

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:38:00 Z

Councillor Dave Tradgett has been appointed as Cabinet Member for Property and Projects at Forest of Dean District Council. He replaces Councillor Sid Phelps who has decided to step down from the role to focus on other commitments.

Green light for Five Acres: Construction start date officially set

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:56:00 Z

Forest of Dean District Council is delighted to confirm that contractual agreements have now been finalised with lead contractor Willmott Dixon. This signals the exciting next step in delivering modern, high-quality leisure facilities at Five Acres, with initial site setup and construction intended to begin on 27 April 2026.

Gloucestershire councils set sights on future membership of the West of England Combined Authority

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:02:00 Z

Six of Gloucestershire’s seven councils have written jointly to Government, outlining a shared ambition for the county to join the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) as part of its long-term devolution pathway.

Community feedback sought on Nature and Climate Emergency Strategy

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:10:00 Z

Forest of Dean District Council invites residents, businesses and organisations to submit their thoughts on the new Nature and Climate Emergency strategy, with a consultation open until 04 May 2026.

LIFT helps Forest of Dean District Council secure over £219,000 in financial support for local residents

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:00 Z

Forest of Dean District Council has delivered more than £219,400 in annual financial support to residents and helped 2,575 people improve their financial resilience for the future, thanks to the council’s targeted use of the Low Income Family Tracker (LIFT) analytics platform.

UNESCO Biosphere bid to secure lasting legacy for the Forest of Dean

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:30:00 Z

Forest of Dean District Council is drafting a formal UNESCO submission nomination form, as part of its bid for the area to be recognised as a biosphere.