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Llanthony Secunda Priory

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

Paddleboarding in Gloucester

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

St Michael's Tower

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

Rainbow Square Street

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

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

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

People playing basketball

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

Digi Wall

Housed in an old Victorian Warehouse, near Gloucester's Historic Docks, The Warehouse Climbing…

Planes at the Jet Age Museum

The Jet Age Museum is home to a unique collection of historic aircraft and artefacts charting the…

Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre

Browse beautiful local arts and crafts or sign up to an upcoming workshop at the Gloucestershire…

Person playing football

Gloucester City AFC were founded back in 1883 and currently compete in the National League North,…

Dean Forest Railway

Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.

Photo of people racing at JDR Karting

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

Laser Quest Gloucester

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

The Folk of Gloucester (2022)

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

Ghosts & Giggles

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

Slimbridge

Award-winning visitor centre, home to a variety of wildfowl and wetland creatures that will…

Sudeley Castle aerial view

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

Nature in Art exterior

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

Scrivens Conduit, Hillfield Gardens

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

The New Gloucester Antiques Centre

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

Greyfriars Priory

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

Barnwood Park

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

Young Owls

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

Gloucester Walking Tours App

Enjoy three self-guided walking tours on your smartphone around Gloucester City Centre and its…

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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Season

1st July 2025-15th December 2026
Quiet Mornings

Our weekly Quiet Mornings offer a calmer museum experience, especially suited to visitors who…

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18th September 2025-26th March 2026
Hatherley Manor

Join Hatherley Manor for your Christmas celebrations!

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22nd November 2025-17th January 2026
Gloucester History Festival Winter Warmer

The Gloucester History Festival Winter Warmer is back with 50 compelling talks and controversial…

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28th December 2025-11th February 2026
The January Challenge

The January Challenge is 31 days of quick, fun and free creative prompts to spark imagination and…

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1st January 2026-31st January 2026
Ghosts & Giggles

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

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1st January 2026-31st December 2026
A cartoon style image of some giant crystals in a forest pool

Got a kid who loves collecting crystals? Bring them along to this fun alternative wellbeing session…

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10th January 2026

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31st January 2026
The Royal Opera: La Traviata

At one of her lavish parties, celebrated Parisian courtesan Violetta is introduced to Alfredo…

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14th January 2026
The Smiths Ltd

The Smiths Ltd was formed in Manchester, UK the hometown of The Smiths.

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17th January 2026
Fawlty Towers Weekend 17/01/2026

You will arrive Saturday lunch time where you will be greeted by Basil, Sybil and Manuel who will…

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Season

17th January 2026-18th January 2026
A group of Morris dancers in white outfits with bells and sticks dancing in front of a crowd of people in winter outdoors

Welcome in the new year with our traditional folk ceremony!

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Season

17th January 2026
National Theatre Live: Hamlet

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on…

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22nd January 2026
Peter Pan

Fly away to Neverland with The Hardwicke Players' Annual Pantomime!

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22nd January 2026

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23rd January 2026

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24th January 2026

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24th January 2026
Wrestling Spectacular Gloucester

Live Pro-Wrestling Mega Show comes to Gloucester for an all action packed evening of family…

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Season

24th January 2026
Gloucester Cajun & Zydeco Festival 2026

Europe's longest running Cajun & Zydeco festival is back for its 32nd year.

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30th January 2026-1st February 2026
Shop Gloucester

Love Gloucester is your chance to rediscover the city, from its historic streets and stunning…

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1st February 2026-28th February 2026
Guildhall Comedy Club

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

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3rd February 2026

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7th April 2026

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2nd June 2026
Various shades of denim embroidered with beautiful geometric patterns in white thread

Join us for an introduction to Sashiko and Boro: Japanese hand stitching techniques for mending and…

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4th February 2026

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11th February 2026

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18th February 2026

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25th February 2026

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4th March 2026
A smiling man with curly white hair holding an acoustic guitar.

Gloucestershire's very own Johnny Coppin is a singer/songwriter,

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5th February 2026
Fred, a two-foot-tall white cloth puppet, is stood dramatically with his arms and one leg stuck out, lit up against a darker background. His three pup

Hijinx, in association with Blind Summit, present Meet Fred.

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5th February 2026
The Royal Ballet: Woolf Works

Virginia Woolf defied literary conventions to depict rich inner worlds – her heightened, startling…

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9th February 2026
Gloucester Folk Trail

From traditional tunes to hands-on workshops and lively ceilidhs, the Gloucester Folk Trail offers…

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13th February 2026-15th February 2026
Ghosts & Giggles: Family Tour of Haunted Gloucester

A spooky stroll through Gloucester's hidden history. Starts at Museum of Gloucester

Openings

Season

13th February 2026
Hundred Watt Club

An evening of burlesque & cabaret!

Openings

Season

14th February 2026
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