Woolsack Racing will return to Tetbury over the May Bank Holiday after a four-year hiatus triggered by Covid. The annual contest involves competitors running 280 yards (about 256 metres) up and down a ...

TETBURY, England - TETBURY, England, June 1 (Reuters) - Running uphill and weaving their way through the Gloucestershire town of Tetbury to loud cheers from spectators, men carry a 60 pound (27 kg) ...

You are in: Gloucestershire > Our Crazy County > Woolsack Races > Woolsack wonderings Every year, Gumstool Hill is pounded by people watching the famous Tetbury Woolsack Races but it's also a place to ...

Parliament will return from its annual summer recess period on Tuesday November 7, when the ceremonial State Opening of Parliament will take place. Charles will open Parliament as king for the first ...

Woolsack Racing will return to Tetbury over the May Bank Holiday after a four-year hiatus triggered by Covid. The annual contest involves competitors running 280 yards (about 256 metres) up and down a ...

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Dozens of racers chased 7-pound wheels of Double Gloucester cheese down the steep Cooper’s Hill, near Gloucester in southwest England, as part of an annual tradition. The races have been held at ...

A Cotswold town is gearing up for its annual event which dates back to the 1600's. Crowds from across the globe travel to watch the event which has continued to be highlight for many and this year ...

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You are in: Gloucestershire > Our Crazy County > Woolsack Races > A woolsack eye view Sam chases his two rivals When Sam Arrowsmith rocked up to take part in the famous Tetbury Woolsack Races, little ...