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Things To Do Highlights

People working with archive boxes in a records room with shelves and tables.

Our city's story is held in our memories, in written records, but also in hidden objects, waiting…

Sudeley Castle aerial view

Award-winning gardens surrounding Castle and medieval ruins. Exhibitions, castle rooms, gift shop &…

Adventure 001 Helicopters

What better way to see Gloucester, then by helicopter? Let our experienced pilots dazzle you with a…

St Michael's Tower

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

Cineworld - Gloucester Quays

Ten-screen state-of-the-art Cineworld cinema showing all the latest blockbusters.

The Rainbow Street - Copyright Tash Frootko

If you love colour then you will adore this kaleidoscopic street, now fondly known as 'The Rainbow…

Rainbow Square Street

The creator of Gloucester's famous 'Rainbow Street', Tash Frootko, and her team have painted twenty…

Greyfriars Priory

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

the outside of Sherborne Cinema

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

People playing basketball

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

VRXPerience

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

Tour and Explore with Anne Bartlett

Tour and Explore Gloucester with Anne Bartlett - Blue Badge Tour Guide and Tour Director. Discover…

Bloomery

Come and join us for an interactive relaxing sustainable flower, terrarium, wreath, bouquet, or…

Gloucester Park Drone Shot By Fluxx Films

By far the largest parkland in the city. Gloucester Park has a large play area for children and a…

Lower Slaughter

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

Discover Paddling

Award-winning kayaking and paddleboarding experiences on the waterways of Saul Junction and…

Ghosts & Giggles

Ghosts & Giggles offers thrilling and informative tours that delve into the eerie and mysterious…

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

Roman and medieval gate-towers and moat in underground exhibition chamber.

Experience 1000 years of history at Gloucester Cathedral

Immerse yourself in your favourite film or TV show when you sign up to a Brit Movie Tour. Walk…

Robinswood Hill

Two-hundred and fifty acres of open countryside with viewpoint, pleasant walks, waymarked nature…

House of the Tailor of Gloucester

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

Alney Island Nature Reserve

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

Outdoor pitches

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

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

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
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
A black and white photograph of a crowd of people outdoors raising their fists in the air. They are wearing shirts, jackets, flat caps and trilby hats

A free exhibition featuring personal objects, stories and images connected with campaigns from the…

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2nd May 2026-23rd May 2026
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
Maxwell Street Blues Band LIVE at Café René

In the 60s and 70s they knew how to party and that's because they had the best music!

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15th May 2026
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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15th May 2026

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29th May 2026

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30th May 2026
Eastgate Chamber

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

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15th May 2026

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29th May 2026

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19th June 2026

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4th September 2026
The Emo Pub Quiz at Hop Kettle in Gloucester Docks.

The Emo Quiz is back, and we've got a whole quiz where the questions are music questions featuring…

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15th May 2026
Three young women holding a fabric banner with colourful lettering sewn onto it

Three young activists trace the legacy of Greenham Common Women's Peace protest forty years on and…

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15th May 2026

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15th May 2026
After Ours

Live Music Friday at Brickhampton Court!

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15th May 2026
Gloucester Local History Month

Telling the story of Gloucester’s people, Community Groups and industries.

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16th May 2026-30th May 2026
Gloucester Local History Month - Historic Characters Tour

Hear about the histories of celebrated Gloucester citizens, some known for their eccentric…

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16th May 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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16th May 2026

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30th May 2026

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13th June 2026

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27th June 2026

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11th July 2026
A crowd of young people cheering with their arms in the air

White Riot follows the Rock Against Racism movement of the 1970s, revealing both the maliciousness…

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16th May 2026

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16th May 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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16th May 2026

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16th January 2027

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20th February 2027
Gloucester Local History Month - Westgate Characters come alive

Walk down Westgate Street and find out about all the characters immortalised in the Westgate Street…

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16th May 2026
Gloucester Local History Month - We Are Gathered Here

Come along to St Nicholas church and discover the characters of Gloucester turned into fantastic…

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16th May 2026
Eurovision Watch Party

Get ready for a night of outrageous outfits, questionable key changes, and absolute bangers — we're…

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16th May 2026
Gloucester Local History Month - Festival Day

Gloucester local history month is Gloucester's contribution to the national local history month…

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16th May 2026
Dragon Boat Festival 2026

Dragon boat racing is a fast growing, colourful exhilarating water sport.

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17th May 2026
Rabbits Out of The Hat

Vaudevillian duo Norvil & Josephine present a magical extravaganza!

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17th May 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
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