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People playing basketball

Gloucester Basketball compete as the Gloucester City Queens in the WBBL.

the outside of Sherborne Cinema

Family friendly traditional cinema close to the heart of Gloucester. We show a range of quality…

Westgate Park & Boating Lake

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

Lower Slaughter

Our walking tours are boots-only - we meet you at the agreed start point and leave the transport…

Photo of people paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks

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

Performers on stage at The Kings Theatre

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

VRXPerience

PLAY, RACE, EXPERIENCE. Virtual Reality is a fun, exciting and a very accessible experience for…

House of the Tailor of Gloucester

Children's author Beatrix Potter created one of her most loved characters here. This charming shop…

St Mary de Lode Church

St. Mary de Lode is the city's oldest Parish Church being built in the 12th Century. It was built…

Regency Bike Tour

The Regency Bike Tour is a new, self-guided bike tour of Cheltenham.

Laser Quest Gloucester

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

The New Gloucester Antiques Centre

Gloucester Antiques Centre has over 11,000 square feet of floor space spread across three floors,…

Llanthony Secunda Priory

Situated in the heart of Gloucester Docks, the Priory is within walking distance of the Quays…

Ten Pin

Tenpin bowling is great fun for everyone so visit Gloucester Tenpin where you will be provided with…

The swimming pool in GL1

Freedom Leisure, who operate GL1 Leisure Centre and Oxstalls Sports Park on behalf of Gloucester…

Rana, Asiatic Lion, Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Get eye-to-eye with giraffes, watch rhinos grazing on the Gothic Manor House lawns or walk with…

Hopewell Street Mural

Hopewell Street sits in the heart of the vibrant and multi cultural part of the city, Barton and…

The Folk of Gloucester (2022)

An exquisite Tudor timber-framed building that was once the Folk Museum. It is now a community…

inside St Peter's Catholic Church

St Peter's is situated in the heart of the historic city of Gloucester and serves not only the…

Briery Hill Llamas

Briery Hill Llama farm is perfectly situated in 9 acres of stunning woodland, on a 32 acre site,…

A photo of St Michael's Tower

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

Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Castle is unique; lived in by the same family for almost 900 years, longer than any other…

Alney Island Nature Reserve

Alney Island is an 80-hectare site, located on the banks of the River Severn and less than one…

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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1st July 2025-15th December 2026
Black is the Color of My Voice

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live.

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15th April 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
Board game nights upstairs in Hop Kettle.

Clear your Thursdays and grab your favourite board games — Board Game Night at Hop Kettle is on!

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A man in an Edwardian suit and flat cap standing outside an old oak doo

Explore our historic listed buildings with one of our qualified guides and learn about the lives of…

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Gloucester History Festival

This spring, the Gloucester History Festival returns with a dazzling weekend of ideas, debate and…

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17th April 2026-19th April 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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Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle

Suzi is exhausted and she hasn't even started. This is a stand-up show and a support group!

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17th April 2026
A white china tea cup and saucer with blue patterns on a white tablecloth

On selected Saturdays, our cosy café is offering special afternoon teas with a selection of…

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An 18th Century woodcut of a man in a tricorn hat holding a forked branch

A friendly workshop with Gloucestershire Dowsers providing an introduction to the ancient art of…

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18th April 2026
Creativity Cart

Get creative at our self-directed Creativity Cart!

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Two male singers in smart shirts and waistcoats and two female singers in long dresses enacting a dramatic scene on stage indoors.

The group will perform popular solos, duets, trios, and quartets from well-known composers…

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18th April 2026
Denim embroidered with beads and different coloured thread

On the third Saturday of every month, bring along a pre-loved item of clothing and learn how to…

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Still Standing Exhibition

A Voices Gloucester project, Still Standing, is led by Harriet Hughes, showcasing an exhibition of…

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20th April 2026-26th April 2026
A smiling young man with wavy light brown hair sitting on a stool holding an acoustic guitar

Chris Avery's training in classical guitar means he soars effortlessly through jigs and reels with…

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21st April 2026
RONiN

A fearless woman swordfighter faces off against powerful adversaries, challenging both herself and…

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22nd April 2026
MC Hammersmith

The viral sensation brings an evening of improvised hip hop comedy to Gloucester.

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23rd April 2026
Bravado

Bravado will assume control.

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24th April 2026
Eastgate Chamber

The history of Gloucester from the 2nd century through to the 18th century is visible in the…

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Image of Ash Alexander-Cooper

From the Choir Stall to the Front Line. A conversation on resilience, service and overcoming life's…

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24th April 2026
Event poster for the 2000s Music Quiz at Hop Kettle.

That's right baby! It's the 2000s music quiz with questions covering the best genres of the 00s…

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24th April 2026
Bless My Homeland Forever

Historic, Noble and Traditional Ukrainian Music

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25th April 2026
A cartoon style image of some giant crystals in a forest pool

A fun learning experience where children can find out about the crystals associated with each…

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25th April 2026
Tower Tours

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

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