Residents and local businesses are being encouraged to attend a public drop-in event to find out more about proposals for a significant new development off the A4019 in Coombe Hill.
The event will take place on Wednesday 4 March 2026, from 3:30pm to 7:00pm, at The Swan Inn, Tewkesbury Road, Coombe Hill, GL19 4BA.
Visitors will have the opportunity to meet members of the project team and speak with representatives from Highways, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service and Adult Social Care. Attendees will be able to view the latest site plans and ask questions about how the development could affect the local area.
The proposals would see 27 acres of land owned by Gloucestershire County Council transformed into a modern, multi-use site designed to deliver essential services and support future growth across the county.
Current plans include:
- A new training facility for Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service
- A state-of-the-art highways depot
- A much-needed 80-bed care home
- The sale of a small parcel of land for the development of around 25 new homes
Councillor Colin Hay, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Assets and Transformation, said: “We know many people are keen to understand what’s planned for the Coombe Hill site. This event is a great chance to get clear, up-to-date information directly from the project team. I’d encourage residents and local businesses to come along, ask questions and find out more about how the proposals will support essential services in the county.”
The council says the scheme is aimed at strengthening frontline services while making best use of its land assets to meet future demand.
Full details of the proposed Coombe Hill development, along with the option to sign up for email updates, are available on the council’s website at: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/coombe-hill.