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Things To Do Highlights

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

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

Around Cheltenham

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

Aerial view of Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester

Gloucester Rugby can consider itself to be a unique English rugby club. Founded in 1873 and, with…

The stage at Gloucester Guildhall

Gloucester's premier arts venue featuring art galleries, cinema and live musical and theatrical…

The swimming pool in GL1

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

Brilliant Magpie Bookbinding

Create your own notebook, a sketchbook or a box!

Spring at Batsford Arboretum

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

St. Oswald's Priory

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

270 Climbing

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

St Michael's Tower

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

Alney Island Nature Reserve

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

Blackfriars Priory

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

Regency Bike Tour

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

Discover de Crypt

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

Discover Paddling

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

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…

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…

Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Castle is unique; lived in by the same family for almost 900 years, longer than any other…

A photo of St Michael's Tower

Walking tours of the City of Gloucester. Hear about many famous characters and their associations…

Dr Jenner's House and Museum

Dr Jenner’s House and Museum shares the story of a country doctor; a remarkable discovery;…

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…

Bloomery

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

Lower Slaughter

Our walking tours are boots-only - we meet you at the agreed start point and leave the transport…

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
After Work Club

Long day? We've got you.

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5th May 2026-1st September 2026
WhipZone Sunday Market buy and sell your car, van, motorbike and campervan

The UK's Sunday Market for cars, vans, motorbikes and campervans

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10th May 2026-31st December 2026
Margs on the Terrace

Pull up a chair, soak up the sun, and let the good times pour.

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18th May 2026-1st September 2026
Live Violin Music with Frances every Tuesday between 11 am to 1 pm at Eastgate Indoor Market

Enjoy live violin music with Frances

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19th May 2026-29th September 2026
City Guided Walks

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

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22nd May 2026-30th September 2026
Photo of an entry to the competition last year

A free public art competition for adults (first prize £100) and children (16 and under) (first…

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4th July 2026-15th August 2026
Members of the public looking at an artwork in a city centre business window

A public art trail showing contemporary art in the windows of over 20 businesses throughout the…

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4th July 2026-28th August 2026
Nines Golf League

Nines is a new golf league for Gloucestershire & Cheltenham golfers.

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6th July 2026-6th September 2026
Synthesis of Art

Sharing local art with Gloucester and it's visitors

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7th July 2026-12th July 2026
Denim embroidered with beads and different coloured thread

On the third Saturday of every month, bring along a pre-loved item of clothing and learn how to…

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11th July 2026

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15th August 2026

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19th September 2026

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21st November 2026

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19th December 2026

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16th January 2027

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20th February 2027
Llanthony Secunda

A talk by Ian Holt local historian about the stories connected with the ancient Augustinian Priory…

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11th July 2026
Fawlty Towers Revisited Weekend 11/07/2026

Basil is not happy when the Hotel is booked by Simon Cowell for several Tribute acts, due to the…

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11th July 2026
A brightly coloured cartoon of a boom box, a CD and a Walkman.

On Saturday the 11th of July, we'll be playing the best of pop music through the ages. Come along…

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11th July 2026
Llanthonty Secunda Priory's medieval garden and Henry Dene Hall

Founded in 1136, the history of this Grade I listed former Augustinian Priory is told throughout 5…

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12th July 2026
Llanthonty Secunda Priory's gatehouse building

Join us for a tour of the Grade I and Grade II listed buildings.

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12th July 2026
Zine Workshop

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

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12th July 2026

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16th August 2026

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15th November 2026
Reuben Lovett LIVE at Café René

Reuben Lovett is a seasoned Café René favourite bringing the vibes and good times each time he…

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15th July 2026
Bob Wilsons Funfair

Bob Wilson Funfair is back at Gloucester Park this summer!

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16th July 2026-26th July 2026
Food Dock Introduces: Sunset Sessions

Join us as we celebrate the Sounds of Summer, with bustling kitchens, clinking glasses and the…

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Season

16th July 2026
Road To Rebellion LIVE at Café René

Join us for a triple whammy punk rock show.

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Season

17th July 2026
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