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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…

The swimming pool in GL1

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

All Bars

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

Paddleboarding in Gloucester

Award-winning Kayaking and Paddleboarding taster sessions and tours in Gloucester Dock and…

Gloucestershire Archives

Gloucestershire Archives preserves historical records and makes them available for research e.g.…

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…

Ninja Warrior UK logo

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

Blackfriars

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

A photo of St Michael's Tower

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

Slimbridge

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

Gloucester Walking Tours App

Enjoy three self-guided walking tours on your smartphone around Gloucester City Centre and its…

A photo of Highnam Court

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

The Rainbow Street - Copyright Tash Frootko

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

Greyfriars Priory

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

Tour and Explore with Anne Bartlett

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

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…

Robinswood Hill

Two-hundred and fifty acres of open countryside with viewpoint, pleasant walks, waymarked nature…

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…

Aerial view of Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester

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

Bloomery

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

Historic Gloucester Docks

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

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

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.

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6th September 2025-21st September 2025
Big Gay Quiz

A whole night of gay trivia, £100 cash prize.

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10th September 2025
Pride Paint Pot Party

A fun night of painting, cocktails and celebrating pride in colour.

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11th September 2025
Drag and Dine

Cocktails, Bingo, Drag and Brunch for dinner. what more could you want?

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12th September 2025
Cathedral Archivist Becky

Get up close to treasures from the Cathedral Library, specially brought to the Chapter House on the…

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12th 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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12th September 2025

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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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12th September 2025

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12th September 2025

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13th 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
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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12th September 2025

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27th 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
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
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
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
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