Roman settlement dig 'exceeded all expectations.' 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Roman settlement dig on A417 near Gloucester 'exceeded all expectations'
The artefacts were excavated by a team of 70 archaeologists.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 15, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Roman settlement dig 'exceeded all expectations.' 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
These “terrorists” seem to have arrived via the M4 & A417
rather than small boats Bobby
rather than small boats Bobby
September 28, 2026 at 3:55 PM
These “terrorists” seem to have arrived via the M4 & A417
rather than small boats Bobby
rather than small boats Bobby
An archaeological dig on the A417, in Gloucestershire, at a major road development found a small town across Ermin Way which was a link to many Roman settlements including Cirencester and Gloucester. You can see more about it on iplayer: Digging for Britain. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Roman settlement dig on A417 near Gloucester 'exceeded all expectations'
The artefacts were excavated by a team of 70 archaeologists.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 15, 2025 at 12:33 PM
An archaeological dig on the A417, in Gloucestershire, at a major road development found a small town across Ermin Way which was a link to many Roman settlements including Cirencester and Gloucester. You can see more about it on iplayer: Digging for Britain. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Roman cupid figurine among items unearthed near new road. 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
'Groundbreaking' Roman figurine unearthed in A417 roadworks
Other artefacts, some dating back 12,000 years, are discovered during the extensive project.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 7, 2024 at 5:15 PM
Roman cupid figurine among items unearthed near new road. 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Can confirm, I live in Cheltenham and my commute is now ruined by a massive painting that carves across the A417 near Brockworth towards Swindon and presumably, Kiev
August 24, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Can confirm, I live in Cheltenham and my commute is now ruined by a massive painting that carves across the A417 near Brockworth towards Swindon and presumably, Kiev
Trump promises fossil fuels industry obscene profits and delivers on his promise with the Iran world. For everybody else, however, it's a horror show. www.ft.com/content/a417...
Chevron and Exxon earnings soar as Trump threatens price interventions
Rise in profits comes amid increasing political scrutiny ahead of US midterm elections
www.ft.com
July 31, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Trump promises fossil fuels industry obscene profits and delivers on his promise with the Iran world. For everybody else, however, it's a horror show. www.ft.com/content/a417...
A safe cycle route from East Challow to Grove, avoiding the busy A417, will be built this summer. An all-weather gravel surface will be laid on the towpath of the Wilts & Berks Canal. The canal was closed in 1914 and is currently under restoration by a volunteer group.
April 4, 2026 at 2:44 PM
A safe cycle route from East Challow to Grove, avoiding the busy A417, will be built this summer. An all-weather gravel surface will be laid on the towpath of the Wilts & Berks Canal. The canal was closed in 1914 and is currently under restoration by a volunteer group.
They never complain about the costs of road improvements e.g. missing link on the A417 at Birdlip will cost £500m for 4.8km of dual carriageway
May 19, 2026 at 9:31 PM
They never complain about the costs of road improvements e.g. missing link on the A417 at Birdlip will cost £500m for 4.8km of dual carriageway
A Roman cupid figurine and other artefacts dating back 12,000 years have been found during major roadworks on the A417 in the Cotswolds.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
'Groundbreaking' Roman figurine unearthed in A417 roadworks
Other artefacts, some dating back 12,000 years, are discovered during the extensive project.
www.bbc.com
May 7, 2024 at 1:31 PM
A Roman cupid figurine and other artefacts dating back 12,000 years have been found during major roadworks on the A417 in the Cotswolds.
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Spotted A417 Missing Link in person and being celebrated on TV. Yet another RIS2 road destroying an Area of National Outstanding Beauty. If this was a train people would have been fighting it, but if it’s a dual carriageway through the Cotswolds that’s fine. www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/lates...
Latest photos show progress on £500M A417 Missing Link scheme | New Civil Engineer
Started in 2023, the £500M scheme for National Highways will see Kier dual a 5.5km section of road between Gloucester and Swindon, improving the
www.newcivilengineer.com
June 18, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Spotted A417 Missing Link in person and being celebrated on TV. Yet another RIS2 road destroying an Area of National Outstanding Beauty. If this was a train people would have been fighting it, but if it’s a dual carriageway through the Cotswolds that’s fine. www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/lates...
Not the easiest getting out before the sun was up (04:59) this morning - but well worth it. Quiet & sunny. Took in the sunrise from Abingdon bridge, then up to the Ridgeway above Harwell campus. Even did some of the usually avoided A417 from Blewbury. #Cycling #Oxfordshire #Photography
May 26, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Not the easiest getting out before the sun was up (04:59) this morning - but well worth it. Quiet & sunny. Took in the sunrise from Abingdon bridge, then up to the Ridgeway above Harwell campus. Even did some of the usually avoided A417 from Blewbury. #Cycling #Oxfordshire #Photography
Roman settlement dig on A417 near Gloucester 'exceeded all expectations'
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Roman settlement dig on A417 near Gloucester 'exceeded all expectations'
The artefacts were excavated by a team of 70 archaeologists.
www.bbc.com
January 15, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Roman settlement dig on A417 near Gloucester 'exceeded all expectations'
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
From the Air balloon to Cirencester… on the A417. Beautiful.
May 3, 2025 at 1:46 PM
From the Air balloon to Cirencester… on the A417. Beautiful.
20:28u Opschaling in Zwijndrecht (Middel brand)
Locatie: Tomatenplein, Zwijndrecht
Soort brand: woning, flat
VR: Zuid-Holland Zuid
#P2000 #zwijndrecht
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Locatie: Tomatenplein, Zwijndrecht
Soort brand: woning, flat
VR: Zuid-Holland Zuid
#P2000 #zwijndrecht
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September 29, 2026 at 6:28 PM
20:28u Opschaling in Zwijndrecht (Middel brand)
Locatie: Tomatenplein, Zwijndrecht
Soort brand: woning, flat
VR: Zuid-Holland Zuid
#P2000 #zwijndrecht
https://p2000.page/u-c35f90aa-222f-d87c-a417-9012beba9403
Locatie: Tomatenplein, Zwijndrecht
Soort brand: woning, flat
VR: Zuid-Holland Zuid
#P2000 #zwijndrecht
https://p2000.page/u-c35f90aa-222f-d87c-a417-9012beba9403
Managed a short 35k circuit today whilst doing a social visit to my folks.
Pic 1 - The leafy alley that by-passes the A4130 junction at Brightwell.
Pic 2 - Halfpenny Lane near the A417 junction south of Cholsey.
#Cycling
Pic 1 - The leafy alley that by-passes the A4130 junction at Brightwell.
Pic 2 - Halfpenny Lane near the A417 junction south of Cholsey.
#Cycling
August 17, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Managed a short 35k circuit today whilst doing a social visit to my folks.
Pic 1 - The leafy alley that by-passes the A4130 junction at Brightwell.
Pic 2 - Halfpenny Lane near the A417 junction south of Cholsey.
#Cycling
Pic 1 - The leafy alley that by-passes the A4130 junction at Brightwell.
Pic 2 - Halfpenny Lane near the A417 junction south of Cholsey.
#Cycling
This new road separates two SSSIs, mangles woods, scrub, and grassland.
Local Wildlife Trust:
“Our engagement has resulted in positive changes … [but] we remain disappointed that the scheme will not deliver overall biodiversity net gain.”
www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/position-sta...
Local Wildlife Trust:
“Our engagement has resulted in positive changes … [but] we remain disappointed that the scheme will not deliver overall biodiversity net gain.”
www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/position-sta...
Position statement on the A417 road scheme | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
GWT position statement on the A417 road scheme
www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk
June 18, 2025 at 12:55 PM
This new road separates two SSSIs, mangles woods, scrub, and grassland.
Local Wildlife Trust:
“Our engagement has resulted in positive changes … [but] we remain disappointed that the scheme will not deliver overall biodiversity net gain.”
www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/position-sta...
Local Wildlife Trust:
“Our engagement has resulted in positive changes … [but] we remain disappointed that the scheme will not deliver overall biodiversity net gain.”
www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/position-sta...
They keep throwing challenges at them but they keep coming back stronger #mtb #bikepark ibikeride.com/news/tempora...
Temporary Closure of FlyUp 417 Bike Park: National Highways A417 Missing Link Project Update
FlyUp 417 Bike Park will be temporarily closing its doors from November 4th, 2024, to March 29th, 2025. This closure is a result of ongoing discussions with National Highways regarding the A417 Missin...
ibikeride.com
November 18, 2024 at 8:05 AM
They keep throwing challenges at them but they keep coming back stronger #mtb #bikepark ibikeride.com/news/tempora...
On the plus side, you’ve got a ready-made shelter for when WW3 starts and the nukes come for RAF Fairford.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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A417 Missing Link Project: Plans for tunnel to man's home
Brian Garlick's home, which lies along the site of the new road scheme, would otherwise be cut off.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 19, 2024 at 3:54 PM
On the plus side, you’ve got a ready-made shelter for when WW3 starts and the nukes come for RAF Fairford.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...