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Lower Slaughter

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

Barnwood Park

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

The Rainbow Street - Copyright Tash Frootko

Get ready to walk a real life rainbow! If you love colour then you will adore this kaleidoscopic…

Trapped Escape Rooms logo

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

270 Climbing

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

Adventure 001 Helicopters

What better way to see Gloucester, then by helicopter? Let our experienced pilots dazzle you with a…

Couple relaxing on hire boat in Gloucester Docks

Self-drive electric motorboats that can be hired from the Barge Arm of the docks. Prices from £30.…

Planes at the Jet Age Museum

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

Historic Gloucester Docks

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

Spring at Batsford Arboretum

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

Aerial view of Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester

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

Rainbow Square Street

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

Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre

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

Tour and Explore with Anne Bartlett

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

Beautiful and peaceful vineyard setting.

Home of internationally awarded Three Choirs Wine. Self- guided tours take visitors around the…

Outdoor pitches

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

Discover de Crypt

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

A photo of Highnam Court

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

Nature in Art exterior

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

rxp logo

Roller Express is operated by the same team behind Skate Factory, a retail store in Gloucester with…

Hopewell Street Mural

Hopewell Street sits in the heart of the vibrant and multi cultural part of the city, Barton and…

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…

Scrivens Conduit, Hillfield Gardens

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

St John's Northgate Church

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

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
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
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
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.

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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

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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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12th September 2025-14th September 2025
Pride in Gloucestershire

Pride in Gloucestershire returns to Gloucester Park on Saturday 13th September 2025 for a joyful,…

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13th September 2025
Gloucester Cathedral at Night

Step into the Cathedral after dark, when the beautiful spaces are at their most atmospheric.

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13th September 2025
Parliament Rooms at Gloucester Cathedral

Discover the three historic Parliament Rooms in Church House, right next to the Cathedral. These…

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13th September 2025
Llanthony Secunda Priory

This guided walk explores the priory which was founded in 1136.

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13th September 2025
Llanthony Secunda Priory Open Day

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

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13th September 2025
She's Electric event - e-bike test-rides

We're excited to invite you to take part in She's Electric Gloucester 2025 – a unique chance for…

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13th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Behind the Scenes Tour

Ever pondered what goes on behind the scenes of a museum?

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13th September 2025
Lena Lenman by Scott Chalmers

Gorgeously ravishing, deliciously risqué and just a little bit ridiculous, travelling vaudeville…

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13th September 2025
Stonemason in the Workshop

Enjoy this rare chance to visit the Stonemasons' Workshop and see the talented team in action.

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13th 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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13th September 2025

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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
Gloucestershire Dance Day 14 September 2025

Celebrate the joy of movement at Gloucestershire Dance Day!

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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
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