History and Heritage
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Greyfriars Priory
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Abbey/Priory
Gloucester
Greyfriars is a Franciscan House which was founded in 1231. Is particularly of interest as the nave and north aisle are almost of equal height and width (only example in the country). Only remains still stand and can be seen today.
The Folk of Gloucester
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Museum
Gloucester
An exquisite Tudor timber-framed building that was once the Folk Museum. It is now a community space for exhibitions, events & activities. On the grounds there is the Ed Shed: 2 meeting rooms available to book.
Open on selected dates this year for…
Over Bridge
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Historic Site
Gloucester
A single-arch stone bridge spanning the River Severn built by Thomas Telford between 1825 and 1827.
Eastgate Viewing Chamber
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Historic Site
Gloucester
Roman and medieval gate-towers and moat in underground exhibition chamber.
Gloucester Prison
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Historic Site
Gloucester
Activites taking place in the abandoned haunted prison in the middle of Gloucester include:
Airsoft - ghost hunts - prison tours - film location - party venue - overnight sleep overs - fashion shows + and much more...St. Oswald's Priory
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Abbey/Priory
Gloucester
St. Oswald's Priory was founded by Lady Aethelflaed of Mercia, daughter of Alfred the Great, around 900. Was used as a site for pilgrimages, has been a church and now only the remains still stand. Visit to see the 12th and 13th Century arches.
Gloucester Civic Trust Tours
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Walking Tour
Gloucester
Walking tours of the City of Gloucester. Hear about many famous characters and their associations with the City.
Museum of Gloucester
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Museum
Gloucester
Found within the City of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of nearly one million objects... The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city’s origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through…
St Michael's Tower
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Tower
Gloucester
St. Michael's Tower is home of Gloucester Civic Trust and ‘A tower of learning’ – a place where the community and visitors can learn about Gloucester’s rich past, while recording today’s history for future generations to enjoy.
St. Nicholas Church
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Church/Chapel
Gloucester
This 12th Century Church is a city landmark with it's 15th Century leaning Tower and Spire. Inside the Church are Norman and Gothic Arcades, Victorian Pews, elaborate monuments and a fine decorated Stuart Chest Tomb.
Historic Docks
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Historic Site
Gloucester
Collection of restored Victorian warehouses, with shops, museums, restaurants and cafe bars. Boat trips and guided walks in summer months.
Clearwell Caves
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Industrial Archaeology
Coleford
Set in a beautiful valley, nine large caverns of this former iron ore mine and natural cave system have been opened to the public.
St. John's Northgate Church
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Church/Chapel
Gloucester
St. John's Northgate is an 18th Century Church with visible structural evidence of a previous 14th Century building. Now with it’s tastefully refurbished interior and historic characters it is well worth visiting. Members are ready to welcome you.
Gloucester Ghost Walks
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Walking Tour
Discover more about the ghosts and history of Gloucester. Tours start from the Tourist Information Centre in Southgate Street.
Highnam Court Gardens
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Garden
Gloucester
Highnam Court is now a privately owned family home. The Gardens are open for special events throughout the year and for group visits.
St Peter's Catholic Church
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Church/Chapel
Gloucester
St Peter's is situated in the heart of the historic city of Gloucester and serves not only the immediate city centre area, but also some of the suburbs and surrounding countryside.
Great Witcombe Roman Villa Remains
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Historic Site
Gloucester
The remains of a large villa, overlooking an enchanting valley. Built around three sides of a courtyard, it had a luxurious bath-house complex.
Gloucestershire Archives
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Heritage/Visitor Centre
Gloucester
Gloucestershire Archives preserves historical records and makes them available for research e.g. family, house and local history. Collections are listed in an online catalogue. Document pre-ordering and an enquiries service are available.
Sudeley Castle & Gardens
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Castle/Fort
Winchcombe, Near Cheltenham
COVID UPDATE - Tickets must be purchased in advance and a face covering or mask worn when inside any building.
Award-winning gardens surrounding Castle and medieval ruins. Exhibitions, rare-breeds pheasantry, restaurant & cafe, adventure play area.Dean Forest Railway
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Steam Railway
Lydney
Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.