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St John's Northgate Church

St. John's Northgate is an 18th Century Church with visible structural evidence of a previous 14th…

Gloucester Prison

Activites taking place in the abandoned haunted prison in the middle of Gloucester include: Airsoft…

the outside of Sherborne Cinema

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

Spring at Batsford Arboretum

Beautiful 60 acre arboretum with colour and interest all year round. Browse the walled garden plant…

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

National Waterways Museum Gloucester

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

Slimbridge

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

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

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

The outside of St Nicholas Church

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

Sudeley Castle aerial view

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

A bird of prey flying above a crowd of people

The International Centre for Birds of Prey is the oldest dedicated birds of prey centre in the…

Greyfriars Priory

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

Escape Entertainment Escape Rooms

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

Llanthony Secunda Priory

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

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…

Discover de Crypt

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

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

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

Regency Bike Tour

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

All Bars

Flying trapeze Experiences and Classes on a full size rig. Fly just like the acrobats you see in…

Historic Gloucester Docks

Collection of restored Victorian warehouses, with shops, museums, restaurants and cafe bars. Boat…

Bloomery

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

Barnwood Park

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

Gloucester Cathedral exterior

A warm welcome awaits you at Gloucester Cathedral - one of the finest medieval buildings in the…

Ninja Warrior UK logo

Inspired by ITV’s hit programme Ninja Warrior UK! You can climb, balance, jump, swing across…

What's On Highlights

Ghosts & Giggles

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

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1st January 2025-31st 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
The Moomin Gift Shop

Come and visit our special Moomin Gift Shop, open until October.

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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
Summer in The Square

Join Gloucester Quays for the best vibes, views and good times in Pillar and Lucy Square next to…

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12th May 2025-15th September 2025
Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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1st July 2025-15th December 2026
Lion outside Gloucester Cathedral

For the Summer of 2025, Lions at Large – The Pride of Gloucestershire Trail will be ‘roaring’ onto…

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11th July 2025-14th September 2025
Cubs in the Cathedral

While you're exploring the Lions at Large trail in the city and outside the Cathedral, don't forget…

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11th July 2025-14th September 2025
Discover Archaeology Trail

The city of Gloucester is pleased to announce the launch of the Discover Archaeology Trail, a…

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25th July 2025-21st September 2025
Gloucester History Festival

Two hundred events over two weeks explore the best in the world of history.

Openings

Season

6th September 2025-21st September 2025
Heritage Open Days 2025 Front Cover

Gloucester Civic Trust is delighted to announce its line up for Heritage Open Days 2025

Openings

Season

12th September 2025-14th September 2025
A large timber framed Tudor building on Westgate Street in Gloucester

As part of a citywide weekend of free walks, talks, tours and music, The Folk is hosting a…

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Season

12th September 2025-14th September 2025
Gloucestershire Dance Day 14 September 2025

Celebrate the joy of movement at Gloucestershire Dance Day!

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Season

14th September 2025
Imagination

A celebration of abstract art asking the visitor to imagine

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Season

16th September 2025-21st September 2025
Quiet Mornings

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

Openings

Season

18th September 2025-26th March 2026
Witness for the Prosecution

Leonard finds himself at the centre of a gripping trial, accused of the brutal murder of a wealthy…

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19th September 2025

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20th September 2025
Gloucester Quays Rotary Beer, Cider & Gin Festival

Join us for one of our Rotary clubs most popular events of the calender!

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19th September 2025-20th September 2025
Actor John Bassett in several different Victorian costumes representing different social classes, edited to look as if they are all in the same sepia

Come along for a bowl of soup and a show at lunchtime!

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Season

19th September 2025
Tour of the Eastgate Chamber

With a Civic Trust guide, visit the Eastgate Chamber

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Season

19th September 2025
Home, Elsewhere: Moomin & Belonging

Home, Elsewhere: Exploring Tove Jansson and the Timeless Moomin Characters

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Season

19th September 2025
A male tour guide dressed as an Edwardian undertaker opening the wooden front door of a Tudor house.

Explore our historic listed buildings with one of our costumed guides representing a real…

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19th September 2025

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20th September 2025

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26th September 2025

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27th September 2025
ReFresh - An Opportunities Fair

On Saturday 20th September (11am–3pm), Kings Square will come alive with ReFresh

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Season

20th September 2025
Len Copeland

Listen Dance is a brand new night out, a chance for you to dance.

Openings

Season

20th September 2025
Doves of Peace

Gloucester Comes Together for "Doves of Peace" Art Project in King's Square

Openings

Season

20th September 2025
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