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Photo of people paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks

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

St Michael's Tower

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

Discover de Crypt

St. Mary de Crypt is a 15th Century Church in the centre of Gloucester. It is famous for it’s Tudor…

Alney Island Nature Reserve

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

Cyclists in front of a Cheltenham sign

The Bicycle Hub is based at the Cheltenham Spa Railway Station within easy access of the spa town…

Laser Quest Gloucester

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

The outside of St Nicholas Church

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

Nature in Art exterior

The world's first museum dedicated exclusively to fine, decorative and applied art inspired by…

St. Oswald's Priory

St. Oswald's Priory was founded by Lady Aethelflaed of Mercia, daughter of Alfred the Great, around…

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

VRXPerience

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

Blackfriars Priory

Blackfriars is a stunning example of a 13th century medieval Priory site, nestled at the heart of…

Brilliant Magpie Bookbinding

Create your own notebook, a sketchbook or a box!

Photo of people racing at JDR Karting

Gloucester's premier indoor karting arena! All of the karts are custom built reaching speeds of…

Ghosts & Giggles

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

Regency Bike Tour

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

Outdoor pitches

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

Around Cheltenham

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

Young Owls

Bird of Prey Experiences & Photography Days at The Barn Owl Centre. The Barn Owl Centre's mission…

270 Climbing

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

Greyfriars Priory

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

High St Tredworth

Discover the most decorated street in Gloucester!!

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

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

Discover Paddling

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

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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1st July 2025-15th 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
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
Foodie Passport

Embark on a delectable journey through Gloucester's finest independent eateries.

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1st August 2026-31st October 2026
The Ready-Set-Sing Family Trail

Can you help the Cathedral's new chorister, Clara, get ready for her first big service at…

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5th August 2026-1st November 2026
Pictures, Places & Story Spaces

Calling all art enthusiasts and mini readers!

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8th August 2026-11th October 2026
Motiv8 Glos Skate - Youth Roller Skate Program program

Motiv8 Glos Skate – Youth Roller Skate Programme is a fun, energetic and supportive programme…

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25th September 2026-30th October 2026
One of our guides pointing out the unique 26 Westgate Street , explaining its 500 year contribution to Gloucester's street scene.

Gloucester Civic trust is offering walking tours of Historic Gloucester every Saturday morning at…

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3rd October 2026-27th March 2027
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 October 2026
Library Tours: Medieval Theme

Make your visit extra special with a tour of the Cathedral's beautiful, hidden library.

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6th October 2026

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13th October 2026

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16th October 2026

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26th October 2026
Pub Quiz at Dr Foster

Think you've got what it takes to be the brains of the docks? Join us for our legendary Pub Quiz…

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6th October 2026

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13th October 2026

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20th October 2026

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27th October 2026

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3rd November 2026

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8th December 2026

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15th December 2026
Guildhall Comedy Club: October

Guildhall Comedy Club brings the finest new touring comedians to Gloucester with local comedian Nik…

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6th October 2026
Wine Glass Painting - Our House

Paint your own wine glass and enjoy a creative evening at Our House Bar.

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7th October 2026
11 people stood in a row against a black backdrop.

Verity Standen brings Everything Slips to Gloucester Cathedral for a one-of-a-kind live performance.

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7th October 2026
THIS FLIGHT TONIGHT the songs of JONI MITCHELL

An intimate acoustic tribute to the music of JONI MITCHELL

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8th October 2026
La Serenissima - The Big Concert

A celebration of baroque music by Vivaldi and his Italian contemporaries.

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9th October 2026
A photograph of the interior of The Folk of Gloucester's Tudor building with a sweeping wooden staircase, a timber framed ceiling and original 16th ce

Join Becki of Ghosts & Giggles and her team for a ghost investigation into our 500-year-old…

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9th October 2026

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11th December 2026
Pink Floyd By Candlelight at Gloucester Cathedral

Join us on the Dark Side of the Moon for the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd, performed live at the…

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10th October 2026
Pink by Vicky Jackson

Vicky Jackson's Tribute to Pink has been a run-away success and has consistently been her most…

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10th October 2026
Culture & Company

Monthly Arts and Social Club for people over 50. This club is free to attend, however booking is…

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10th October 2026

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14th November 2026

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12th December 2026

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16th January 2027

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13th February 2027

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13th March 2027
Zine Workshop

Got something to say? Say it in print. Fold it, cut it, collage it — welcome to the wonderfully…

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11th October 2026

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15th November 2026
The Priory Wedding Showcase

Set within the breathtaking surroundings of historic Llanthony Secunda Priory, The Priory Wedding…

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11th October 2026
MC Grammar The Mic Drop Tour

World Book Day Ambassador and bestselling author, MC Grammar, is back and this time he's bringin'...

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11th October 2026

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11th October 2026
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