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Hopewell Street Mural

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

Around Cheltenham

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

Experience 1000 years of history at Gloucester Cathedral

Immerse yourself in your favourite film or TV show when you sign up to a Brit Movie Tour. Walk…

Bloomery

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

Young Owls

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

270 Climbing

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

Gloucester Cathedral exterior

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

Spring at Batsford Arboretum

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

Digi Wall

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

National Waterways Museum Gloucester

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

Ultimate Warriors

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

A photo of Highnam Court

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

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…

The outside of St Nicholas Church

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

Rana, Asiatic Lion, Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

Get eye-to-eye with giraffes, watch rhinos grazing on the Gothic Manor House lawns or walk with…

St Michael's Tower

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

Brickhampton Court

Brickhampton Court comprises of two charming tree lined golf courses that over the years have…

All are welcomed

Martial arts club dedicated to promote and develop Korean Martial arts WonHwaDo in Gloucester and…

Brilliant Magpie Bookbinding

Create your own notebook, a sketchbook or a box!

Cineworld - Gloucester Quays

Ten-screen state-of-the-art Cineworld cinema showing all the latest blockbusters.

Greyfriars Priory

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

St. Oswald's Priory

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

Nature in Art exterior

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

Sudeley Castle aerial view

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

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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Season

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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Season

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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Season

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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Season

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

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

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Season

6th July 2026-6th September 2026
Operation: Museum Heist

Enemy soldiers have infiltrated the museum and are attempting to steal our treasured artefacts!

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Season

18th July 2026-30th August 2026
Gloucester Festival of Archaeology

Working together we are bringing a host of activities designed to appeal to residents and visitors…

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Season

18th July 2026-2nd August 2026
Painted signs at the National Waterways Museum Gloucester

Visit the National Waterways Museum Gloucester this summer to explore our "Written on the…

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Season

21st July 2026-29th August 2026
Nxt Gen Summer events

A Summer programme of events for deaf and hard of hearing tweens and teens aged 9 - 16.

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22nd July 2026-26th August 2026
Jane Foot Exhibition

Free exhibition of bold, colourful semi-abstract paintings with an intriguing textural depth.

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24th July 2026-1st August 2026

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2nd August 2026
Gloucester Rhythm & Blues Festival

The city swings again with the return of the Rhythm & Blues Festival!

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Season

24th July 2026-2nd August 2026
A Three Choirs Festival Concert

Experience the power of live choral music at the 2026 Three Choirs Festival in Gloucester.

Openings

Season

25th July 2026-1st August 2026
Café René Rhythm & Blues Festival 2026

Now in it's twenty third year.. Café René is very excited to announce this years line up for the…

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Season

27th July 2026-2nd August 2026
Summer Crafts

Get creative with our family-friendly craft sessions, designed to keep young minds busy throughout…

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28th July 2026

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20th August 2026
King's Bastion

Two metres below the ground, The King's Bastion contains the remains of a section of the Roman city…

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Season

28th July 2026

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18th August 2026
Sparkling Wine Tasting

Free quality sparkling wines from around the world, plus a hearty sharing board!

Openings

Season

28th July 2026
A composite image showing a smiling young woman, children painting, some crystals and a geode on a table.

Join children's mindfulness instructor Enchanting Aurella for a special Kid's Club suitable for…

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29th July 2026

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5th August 2026

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13th August 2026

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19th August 2026
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