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Crime & Public Safety Brimscombe

Brimscombe Boxing Day fire that killed Stroud mother and children was accidental, inquest hears

An inquest has heard that a fire which killed Fionnaghula “Nu” Shearman and her children Eve, seven, and Ohner, four, at their Brimscombe Hill home on Boxing Day 2025 probably began with an electrical ignition source. The fire also killed the family dog, Hutch. Coroner Katy Skerrett concluded the deaths were accidental and paid tribute to the children’s father, Tom Shearman, for his attempts to rescue them.

Community Brimscombe

Residents in seven Stroud district communities asked to comment on parish council changes

A consultation on proposed parish council changes in seven Stroud district communities closes at 11.59pm on Sunday, 15 November 2026, before recommendations go to Full Council in December.

Culture Brimscombe

Stroud Camera Club celebrates competition success after judge praises high standard of entries

Stroud Camera Club has announced the results of its Open No 2 competition, with Peter Weaver praising the quality of photographs across all categories. The club also represented the Western Counties Federation at the National Print Championships for Camera Clubs across England and Wales.

Community Brimscombe

Jacob Pickering wins 44th Stroud Half Marathon as more than 1,400 runners compete

Jacob Pickering won the 44th Stroud Half Marathon for Cheltenham County Harriers, finishing ahead of Max Kelly and David Thurlbeck. The event also included the Stroud 10K, the inaugural Mini Mile, fundraising for local charities and a new JLUXE activewear launch supporting Longfield Hospice.

Sport Brimscombe

Dale Vince claims Robbie Savage was contacted before Peterborough asked Forest Green for permission

Forest Green Rovers owner Dale Vince has alleged that Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony contacted Robbie Savage before Peterborough formally approached the Stroud club about appointing its then-manager. MacAnthony has denied any improper approach, while Vince has not confirmed whether he will make a formal complaint.

Business & Openings Brimscombe

Sold-out Brimscombe pop-up gives Stroud parents a glimpse of childcare-powered coworking

A sold-out event at The Sanctuary, Brimscombe Mill, has tested a new model combining professional childcare with workspace for parents. All eight respondents gave the pop-up five out of five, while organisers plan further events as they work towards a permanent coworking space with on-site childcare.

Culture Brimscombe

Busy week of events ahead in Stroud as Play On festival launches

Stroud has a packed programme of music, theatre, art and community activities, including a new theatre festival, a children’s book festival and an Apple Day celebration.

Community Brimscombe

Tom Herbert leaves Stroud’s Long Table after eight years of food, community and change

Tom Herbert, co-founder of The Long Table in Brimscombe, has announced that he is leaving after accepting redundancy. He reflected on the project’s growth from a 2018 gathering in a Furniture Bank warehouse to two venues, more than 100,000 meals delivered during Covid and a continuing mission to bring people together around food.

Culture Brimscombe

Vue Stroud brings Raiders, Rocky and a host of iconic films back to the big screen

Vue Stroud is screening a season of classic films marking major anniversaries, including Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Transformers: The Movie, The Others, Scream and Rocky.

Community Brimscombe

Stroud recycling warning: batteries and vapes could spark fires in bins and collection vehicles

Stroud district residents are being urged to change how they prepare recycling, after the council warned that batteries and vapes placed in household bins can cause fires in collection vehicles and waste facilities.

Sport Brimscombe

Former Forest Green boss Steve Cotterill handed three-match ban and £2,250 fine

Steve Cotterill has been suspended from the touchline for three matches and fined £2,250 after a post-match incident following Cheltenham Town’s 2-2 League Two draw with Grimsby Town.

Sport Brimscombe

Brimscombe & Thrupp comeback falls short as Sharpness claim 4-2 win

Brimscombe & Thrupp manager Tim Bond praised his side’s second-half response but said the team had left itself with too much to do after a 4-2 home defeat by in-form Sharpness in Hellenic League Division One West.

Community Brimscombe

Stroud MP highlights community spirit as Yard Trail brings neighbours together

A Stroud MP has praised the importance of community while describing the town’s Yard Trail activities over the August Bank Holiday Monday.

Community Brimscombe

RUSH Skatepark plans restart after Moreton Valence project comes to an end

RUSH Skatepark is rebuilding its organisation and restarting the search for a permanent Stroud-area venue after its proposed Moreton Valence site failed, following more than £50,000 of spending on project work.