Watch: Best moments from 2026 Cooper's Hill cheese rolling races

Thousands of people gathered in the baking heat to watch competitors from all over the world chase a 7lb (3kg) wheel of Double Gloucester cheese down a 1:2 gradient slope.

YouTuber Tom Kopke won the first race of the annual event on Cooper’s Hill in Brockworth, while Alix Heugas from France was first on the women’s race.

Before the races began, 23-time champion Chris Anderson was named a Guinness World Record holder for winning the most races between 2002 and 2022.

He came out of retirement to compete against Kopke, but finished second.

Cheltenham Town FC icon handed top award

A petition was launched by fans calling for Steve Cotterill to be handed the award.

Moment man bites police officer during arrest

Luke Goodhall, 39, was on licence after being released from prison when he was arrested.

Man pushing wheelbarrow 26 miles for charity

Barry Illing is walking 420 laps of his garden with the lit-up wheelbarrow in support of a hospice.

Cold water swimmers embrace drop in temperatures

Swimmers at one lake say the experience is more invigorating once freezing weather arrives.

Bewick’s swans return to Slimbridge amid decline

Experts say climate change is affecting the birds’ migration patterns.

‘Halloween is the only time of year I feel normal’

Marie Williams loves Halloween and has spent years decorating her home with witches and skulls.

Much-loved Labradors retiring from jobs at abbey

The dogs will be treated to a retirement party before they hang up their lanyards.

Legendary pedal-power sound system in its 35th year

The bright yellow “Rinky Dink” – made from several welded bikes – is a beloved sight at festivals.

Warning before new season as football fan gets ban

Tomas Coxe is banned from attending matches for three years after trying to punch security staff.

Locals unite to keep treasured field public

Daisybank Field in Cheltenham has long been used for sledding, blackberry picking and walks.

Influencers promoting visits to lavender fields

A rise in visitors to Cotswold Lavender fields could be down to social media.

Barefoot waterskiiers compete on Cirencester lake

Athletes from across the UK are competing, drifting across the water at speeds of up to 45mph.

Dozens of dachshunds attend woman’s 102nd birthday

Laurice Clark was treated to a dachshunds’ tea party.

Guinea pig visits proving a hit with library group

Members of an over-50s group in Gloucestershire have been enjoying spending time with the pets.

Watch candidates debate ahead of Gloucestershire elections

They covered subjects including potholes, local government reorganisation and youth provision.

Blondie’s Clem Burke played crucial role in drumming study

The iconic drummer, who has died, took part in a study that showed drummers perform like athletes.

Family creating hats to help people with hair loss

Joy Roodenburg-Vermaat and her daughter hope they can inspire others to make their own Hats of Joy.

Cheltenham Festival introduces new padded hurdles

Hurdles along the course have traditionally been birch, but this year they will be padded instead.

The ultimate Cheltenham Festival survival guide

The Festival starts on Tuesday and ends on Friday when the famous Gold Cup race will take place.

Thousands of paper doves showcase ‘peace and love’

The abbey’s Reverend Canon Nick Davies said it is a “striking” art piece.

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