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Greyfriars Priory

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

The Folk of Gloucester (2022)

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

A photo of Highnam Court

Highnam Court is now a privately owned family home. The Gardens are open for special events…

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

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

Terry Jeynes Ski Coaching

Ski lessons and ski coaching for individuals and groups at Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre.…

Llanthony Secunda Priory

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

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…

Great Witcombe Roman Villa (English Heritage), Gloucester

The remains of a large villa, overlooking an enchanting valley. Built around three sides of a…

SimAir737

SimAir737, Realistc Full Size Boeing 737 Cockpit.The most true to life flight simulator out there…

Bike & E-Bike Hire from The Bicycle Hub

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

A bee painted on a fuse box

Take part in the #BouncingBack Urban Art Nature Trail. Find all the images and complete the…

National Waterways Museum Gloucester

Three floors of a Victorian warehouse house interactive displays and galleries, which chart the…

Dean Forest Railway

Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.

Trapped Escape Rooms logo

Based on the Japanese online game 'Takagism', Escape Rooms is a real-life room escape game which…

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

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

Scrivens Conduit, Hillfield Gardens

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

Photo of people paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks

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

Tour and Explore with Anne Bartlett

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

Barnwood Park

Barnwood Park is a formal park with mature trees and ducks. Barnwood Arboretum is a local nature…

Paddleboarding in Gloucester

Award-winning Kayaking and Paddleboarding taster sessions and tours in Gloucester Dock and…

VRXPerience

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

Escape Entertainment Escape Rooms

Escape Entertainment is an independent escape room business that designs, builds, and runs all its…

What's On Highlights

Ghosts & Giggles Logo

Held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday night at 8pm, we go on a historical and paranormal tour…

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Haunted Tours

30th June 2023-31st December 2025
Moomin 80: Moomin ABC

As part of the Moomin 80 programme in Gloucester, we invite you and your family into a magical…

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29th March 2025-5th October 2025
City Guided Walk

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

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1st April 2025-30th September 2025
Images of art in Gloucester shops 2024

Throughout May and June 2025, Gloucester Contemporary Artists will be working with local businesses…

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1st May 2025-30th June 2025
Art from Oksana Fursovych, a Ukrainian artist currently living in Cheltenham

Part of the Gloucester Ukraine Festival, the exhibition runs from the 3rd to the 18th or May.

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3rd May 2025-18th May 2025
Robert Jon & The Wreck

Reigning from southern California, Robert Jon & The Wreck has been taking the southern rock sound…

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7th May 2025
VE Day Official Proclamation

Gloucester Town Crier, Alan Myatt reads the official VE Day 80 proclamation

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8th May 2025
VE Day Beacon Lighting

VE Day 80 Beacon Lighting. Gloucester lights the Beacon as a symbol of peace. Beacons around…

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8th May 2025
VE Day Celebrations

A shared moment of celebration, a special VE Day History Huddle followed by music and dancing with…

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8th May 2025
RHS Malvern Spring Festival

RHS Malvern Spring Festival is a must-attend event in the UK's horticultural calendar.

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8th May 2025-11th May 2025
A guide dressed as a 17th century woman opening an old wooden front door.

Meet our costumed tour guides who represent actual people such as Bishop Hooper, who burned at the…

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Morning Yoga at Gloucester Cathedral

You and a small group of other ticket holders will have exclusive access to the Cathedral before it…

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Walking Gallery art happening 20 May poster

The artists process through the city centre 'gate' streets carrying their art to promote the Adopt…

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10th May 2025
Ukrainian Craft Workshops

On the 10th and 17th of May we have a range of Ukrainian workshops.

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10th May 2025

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17th May 2025
A traditional Ukrainian beaded necklace, embroidered amulet and cloth doll ornament

As part of Gloucester Ukraine Festival, members of the local Ukrainian community are running…

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10th May 2025
VE Day Tea Dance

Get ready to step back in time and celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in true vintage style!

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10th May 2025
Parry – Songs of Farewell, plus Bach, Rheinberger and Hepplewhite

Gloucester Choral Society present an unforgettable musical experience that will transport you to a…

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10th May 2025
Wonderland Faery Parade

Calling all Fairies Steampunks Musicians Happy Wonderful Quirky people .

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10th May 2025
Wonderland Spring Faery Fayre

Come along dressed as your favourite theme Faery or Alice in Wonderland Character anything goes…

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10th May 2025

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11th May 2025
Wonderland Faery Ball

Step into Faery Wonderland at The Gloucester Guildhall Saturday 10th May for an enchanted evening…

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10th May 2025
Allo Allo Weekend 10/05/2025

At 8pm the Allo Allo show will commence, and you will enjoy a fabulous 3 Course Meal, followed by a…

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10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Eco Market at Roots Coffee and Community

We are delighted to be back at Roots Coffee and Community in Kingsholm for another planet friendly…

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10th May 2025
Experience the Philippines through food music and culture  invite on Sunday 11 May 2025, 12 to 5 pm at Kings Square

Experience the Philippines through Food, Music and Culture

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11th May 2025
Italian Automoto Festival, Sunday 11th May at Gloucester Docks.

Gloucester Docks will host a dedicated Italian Automoto Festival with up to 200 Italian cars on…

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11th May 2025
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