We spent a fortnight based at the GL11 Community Hub, sharing stories and meeting dozens of people who build community around Cam and Dursley.
Charlie Hall's job at sea takes him away from his wife Lesley for eight months per year.
After overcoming cancer, Miriam Yagud from North Nibley took a gap year at the age of 50.
Nikki Yorath turned a burger van dream into a cafe community hotspot in Cam.
Beth Pullin, who runs Kingshill House, says the property has a very friendly environment.
John Skeet has a love of travel and a gratitude for life, having died twice.
Cathy Iddles, who welcomes people into the GL11 Community Hub, talks to David Smith..
"Everyone's welcome," says Indigo Redfearn, manager of the GL11 Community Hub in Cam.
