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270 Climbing

270 Climbing Park is home to one of Europe’s tallest, newest and most exciting high ropes course…

The Folk of Gloucester (2022)

An exquisite Tudor timber-framed building with some beautifully preserved original features.

St Michael's Tower

The impressive St Michael’s Tower is situated in the centre of Gloucester at The Cross. It is a…

The ski slope at Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre is one of the longest outdoor artificial ski slopes in the UK…

Photo of people paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks

Stand-up paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks, canal and River Severn. We’ll take you through water…

High St Tredworth

Discover the most decorated street in Gloucester!!

Painswick Rococo Garden

This unique Garden restoration, situated in a hidden valley, dates from a period when 18th century…

The Kings Theatre

Tucked just off Eastgate Street, close to the heart of Gloucester City Centre is this little gem of…

Historic Gloucester Docks

Collection of restored Victorian warehouses, with shops, museums, restaurants and cafe bars. Boat…

Dean Forest Railway

Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.

Gloucester Walking Tours App

Enjoy three self-guided walking tours on your smartphone around Gloucester City Centre and its…

Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre

Browse beautiful local arts and crafts or sign up to an upcoming workshop at the Gloucestershire…

A child feeding a goat at St James City Farm

An inner city farm providing real hands on contact with farm animals. Rare breeds of pigs, sheep,…

The outside of St Nicholas Church

This 12th Century Church is a city landmark with it's 15th Century leaning Tower and Spire. Inside…

Laser Quest Gloucester

Laser Quest is the most fun and exhilarating laser-tag experience in the UK.

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Roller Express is operated by the same team behind Skate Factory, a retail store in Gloucester with…

Slimbridge

Award-winning visitor centre, home to a variety of wildfowl and wetland creatures that will…

Scrivens Conduit, Hillfield Gardens

Just outside the city centre lies Hillfield Gardens, a true hidden gem of Gloucester. This public…

Brilliant Magpie Bookbinding

Create your own notebook, a sketchbook or a box!

Around Cheltenham

Run by Blue Badge tourist guides Steve and Sean, Around Cheltenham offers fascinating and fun…

Greyfriars Priory

Greyfriars is a Franciscan House which was founded in 1231. Is particularly of interest as the nave…

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

The Museum displays the remarkable story of the Soldiers of Gloucestershire who have served their…

A photo of St Michael's Tower

Walking tours of the City of Gloucester. Hear about many famous characters and their associations…

Westgate Park & Boating Lake

Westgate Park & Boating Lake is a 9-hectare open space on the banks of the River Severn.

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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1st July 2025-15th December 2026
Gloucesters Best Roast

The best Sunday Roast in Gloucester, and the queues prove it.

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1st January 2026-31st December 2026
Sunday Lunch at Brickhampton Court

Looking for the perfect place for a traditional Sunday roast near Cheltenham and Gloucester?

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1st January 2026-31st December 2026
Museum Quiet Mornings

Our weekly Quiet Mornings offer a calmer museum experience, especially suited to visitors who…

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16th April 2026-15th April 2027
After Work Club

Long day? We've got you.

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5th May 2026-1st September 2026
WhipZone Sunday Market buy and sell your car, van, motorbike and campervan

The UK's Sunday Market for cars, vans, motorbikes and campervans

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10th May 2026-31st December 2026
Margs on the Terrace

Pull up a chair, soak up the sun, and let the good times pour.

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18th May 2026-1st September 2026
Live Violin Music with Frances every Tuesday between 11 am to 1 pm at Eastgate Indoor Market

Enjoy live violin music with Frances

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19th May 2026-29th September 2026
City Guided Walks

Hear about the history of Gloucester from the Romans through to the Victorian era.

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22nd May 2026-30th September 2026
Independents Week 2026

Get ready to celebrate the heartbeat of our High Street!

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29th June 2026-5th July 2026
Gloucester Storytelling-Cafe

Come along and help us celebrate Midsummer at our next Gloucester Storytelling Cafe on 2nd July

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2nd July 2026
Food Dock Introduces: Sunset Sessions

Join us as we celebrate the Sounds of Summer, with bustling kitchens, clinking glasses and the…

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2nd July 2026
Murder Mystery Night

For the first time ever, the incredible London based @interrupttheroutine are coming to Gloucester…

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2nd July 2026
The Extraordinary Life of Button Gwinnett

A talk about the life of one of Gloucester's lesser-known historical figures by author Colin…

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3rd July 2026
Civic Trust Tours: Roman Gloucester Walks

Starting from the Museum in Brunswick Road, your first stop will be the Eastgate Chamber, where you…

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3rd July 2026

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28th August 2026

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18th September 2026
Live Music - MALLY

Join us on Saturday 4th July from 6pm for an evening of fantastic live music with James Mallabone,…

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4th July 2026
Filipino Heritage Day invite on Saturday 4th July 12 to 6 pm at Kings Square

The Filipino Association of Gloucestershire will host Filipino Heritage Day: A Barrio Fiesta in…

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4th July 2026
A smiling woman standing in front of a giant crystal and several smaller brightly coloured crystals on a table

Join us for a fun learning experience where children can find out about the crystals associated…

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4th July 2026

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15th August 2026

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26th September 2026
Orchard Street Food & Craft Market

Join us on the first weekend of every month from March to October for the Orchard Street Food and…

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4th July 2026

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Tower Tours

Climb 269 steps to the top of Gloucester's most iconic landmark and enjoy breathtaking views of 40…

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4th July 2026

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24th July 2026

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31st July 2026

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3rd October 2026
Members of the public looking at an artwork in a city centre business window

A public art trail showing contemporary art in the windows of over 20 businesses throughout the…

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4th July 2026-28th August 2026
A street in Nashville, Tennessee with lots of neon signs for country music bars.

In celebration of Independence Day, on Saturday the 4th of July we'll be playing the best of…

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4th July 2026
The Helm

Step aboard the last British-built wooden-hulled three-masted topsail schooner left afloat in the…

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4th July 2026

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12th September 2026

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13th September 2026
Have you ever been in a Silent Disco?

Get ready for Gloucester's biggest feel‑good summer! Kings Square will come alive with six free…

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4th July 2026

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31st July 2026

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15th August 2026

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28th August 2026

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19th September 2026
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