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Founded in 1999, this award-winning market takes place every Saturday on Cornhill Market Place and the surrounding area. With over 50 stalls per week and 90 different producers throughout the month, the atmosphere is merry. Even in poor weather, shoppers flock to support local farmers and producers. This traditional market is keeping up with the times - teaming up with Stroudco Food Hub to take online orders and deliver produce locally.

Founded by environmentalist and beer lover Greg Pilley in 2005, Stroud Brewery produces a range of organic beers in cask, keg and cans, which are sold across the UK. It was founded with a mission to make outstanding beer without damaging the planet. It builds on the foundations of the Stroud Brewery Co which was founded in 1760. You can also pop in for monthly brewery tours & tastings, plus a bar with pizzas served Thursday to Sunday.

Opened in 1779, the Stroudwater Navigation linked Stroud to the River Severn and primarily transported coal. Although the canal was closed when the industry faded, the early 2000s saw an £82 million investment in restoration. While restoration is still underway, led by volunteers, the canal is accessible to the public. Now largely a leisure and heritage waterway. It’s an excellent place for walks, cycling, wildlife, and boat trips.

Surrounded by stunning countryside, Nailsworth is a vibrant and creative market town known for its independent shops and award-winning food scene. It also happens to be England's waterwheel capital with many historic mills like Ruskin Mill along the Waterwheel Trail. The annual Nailsworth Festival brings major performers to the area as well as providing a platform for local talent. The area is also a foodie haven. If you happen to be visiting, I’d recommend Hobbs House Bakery which has been going since the 1920’s.

A historic town known for its rural charm and rich industrial heritage. Sitting near the Cotswolds with excellent transport links to London, the town features the Stroudwater Canal and the Stonehouse Court Hote. The hotel is a Grade II listed manor house dating back to the 17th century. Even if you’re not staying there, it’s a gorgeous spot to stop for afternoon tea. St. Cyr’s Church and Woodchester Mansion are also worth a visit.

Located at South Gloucestershire & Stroud College, the Growth Hub is the go-to place for local businesses to launch, grow, and scale. It provdes modern spaces for hot-desking, private offices, and conferences. The state-of-the-art space is designed to facilitate networking and drive innovation through collaboration. It’s also a place to attend workshops, training events and to seek advice. The government-funded initiative has helped over over 6000 Gloucestershire companies.

Plans for a world class nuclear and clean energy research and development facilities have been submitted for the site of a former technology park. If approved the park could bring 1,000 jobs and offer 600,000 sq ft of lab, office, manufacturing and education space. It will no doubt increase the residential population in the area too. The investment represents an opportunity for Stroud to become a world leader in nuclear and clean energy.

Not to be confused with the famous market of the same name in York, the Shambles Market is located in one of the oldest areas of Stroud, at the top of the pedestrianised High Street, in the shadow of Stroud's St Laurence Church. The Shambles is the one of the oldest parts of Stroud. The Old Town Hall was built in 1596 and is still occasionally used today.

This radical not-for-profit has attracted much press attention for turning a derelict site into a vibrant community space. Diners sit together at long canteen-style tables eating exceptional food prepared by skilled chefs. With it’s “pay as you can” model, it has fed over 20,000 people at below-cost price and rescued 3.4 tonnes of food destined for the bin. Local suppliers are paid fairly and frozen ready meals are provided to people who need them.

Recently redeveloped, the Five Valleys Shopping Centre features high street chains alongside independent shops like Sandersons Boutique Department stores, Ducklings Toy Shop and the jewellery brand Surya Chamak. There is also a growing food hall and street food market with local produce and cuisines from around the world.

Founded by Dale Vince in 1995 with a single wind turbine, Ecotricity is Britain's first green energy company. They were the first to offer green electricity, build large wind turbines, and create sun parks in Britain. They make a point of recruiting locally. Fun fact, their energy is certified vegan - meaning that it’s produced without animal products or byproducts.