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Things To Do Highlights

Historic Gloucester Docks

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

Cyclists in front of a Cheltenham sign

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

Beautiful and peaceful vineyard setting.

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

The outside of St Nicholas Church

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

A child feeding a goat at St James City Farm

An inner city farm providing real hands on contact with farm animals. Rare breeds of pigs, sheep,…

Young Owls

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

Regency Bike Tour

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

inside St Peter's Catholic Church

St Peter's is situated in the heart of the historic city of Gloucester and serves not only the…

House of the Tailor of Gloucester

Children's author Beatrix Potter created one of her most loved characters here. This charming shop…

The stage at Gloucester Guildhall

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

St Michael's Tower

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

Laser Quest Gloucester

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

Nature in Art exterior

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

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

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

Brilliant Magpie Bookbinding

Create your own notebook, a sketchbook or a box!

Ultimate Warriors

The ultimate family adventure! Action-packed obstacle venue to challenge all ages and abilities.

Outdoor pitches

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

St John's Northgate Church

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

Alney Island Nature Reserve

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

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…

Dean Forest Railway

Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.

270 Climbing

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

Photo of people paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks

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

Scrivens Conduit, Hillfield Gardens

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

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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1st July 2025-15th 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
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
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
Foodie Passport

Embark on a delectable journey through Gloucester's finest independent eateries.

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1st August 2026-31st October 2026
The Ready-Set-Sing Family Trail

Can you help the Cathedral's new chorister, Clara, get ready for her first big service at…

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5th August 2026-1st November 2026
Pictures, Places & Story Spaces

Calling all art enthusiasts and mini readers!

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8th August 2026-31st December 2026
Motiv8 Glos Skate - Youth Roller Skate Program program

Motiv8 Glos Skate – Youth Roller Skate Programme is a fun, energetic and supportive programme…

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25th September 2026-30th October 2026
One of our guides pointing out the unique 26 Westgate Street , explaining its 500 year contribution to Gloucester's street scene.

Gloucester Civic trust is offering walking tours of Historic Gloucester every Saturday morning at…

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3rd October 2026-27th March 2027
Future Folk Youth Art Sessions

We have 2 exciting new youth art groups @ GASP! In Eastgate Shopping Centre and would love to get…

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8th October 2026-10th December 2026
Big Pub Push

Pubs are more than just for drinking…

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19th October 2026-25th October 2026
Gloucester Quays Halloween Trail

Help us get into Mr Halloween's candy vault!

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Season

23rd October 2026-1st November 2026
Friendly Little Ghosts Trail

Our friendly ghosts have been hiding around the city centre, and they need your help!

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24th October 2026-2nd November 2026
Pirate boat in the museum

Ahoy, mateys! Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure this half term at the museum!

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24th October 2026-31st October 2026
Gloucester Music Society: Kammerphilharmonie

Kammerphilharmonie chamber orchestra brings music by Bach, Faure, Mozart, Rachmaninov, Ponchielli…

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25th October 2026
Step by Step: Tracing Gloucester's Dancing Past

Step inside the beautiful Henry Dene Hall for an exhibition of photos, workshops and stories…

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25th October 2026
Kids Eat Free

Half term plans? Bill's have got a scarily good deal for the whole family!

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26th October 2026-30th October 2026
Library Tours: Medieval Theme

Make your visit extra special with a tour of the Cathedral's beautiful, hidden library.

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26th October 2026
Salem's Pumpkin - Paint & Sip Evening

Celebrate spooky season with a relaxing evening of painting and prosecco at Coro Lounge!

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26th October 2026
Boo-tiful Bloom Painting, Bloom & Gold

Spend the evening painting this Boo-tiful Bloom Painting, the workshop is fully guided step by step…

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26th October 2026
Artful Adventures

Mindful creative sessions for Parents to enjoy with their children

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27th October 2026

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8th December 2026
The Royal Ballet Live: Manon

In the seedy underbelly of 18th-century Paris, money is king. Nothing is sacred – even love itself…

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27th October 2026
Meet The Hatter

This fantastic family show brings audiences a breath taking retelling of the Hatter's tea party…

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27th October 2026

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27th October 2026
Pub Quiz at Dr Foster

Think you've got what it takes to be the brains of the docks? Join us for our legendary Pub Quiz…

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27th October 2026

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3rd November 2026

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10th November 2026

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17th November 2026

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24th November 2026

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1st December 2026

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8th December 2026

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15th December 2026
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