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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…

Gloucestershire Archives

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

People playing basketball

Gloucester Basketball compete as the Gloucester City Queens in the WBBL.

House of the Tailor of Gloucester

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

Outdoor pitches

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

Spring at Batsford Arboretum

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

Rainbow Square Street

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

Aerial view of Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester

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

Llanthony Secunda Priory

Situated in the heart of Gloucester Docks, the Priory is within walking distance of the Quays…

Briery Hill Llamas

Briery Hill Llama farm is perfectly situated in 9 acres of stunning woodland, on a 32 acre site,…

Digi Wall

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

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…

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

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

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 bee painted on a fuse box

Take part in the #BouncingBack Urban Art Nature Trail. Find all the images and complete the…

A photo of Highnam Court

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

Sudeley Castle aerial view

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

Robinswood Hill

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

Barnwood Park

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

Planes at the Jet Age Museum

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

Performers on stage at The Kings Theatre

Tucked just off Eastgate Street, close to the heart of Gloucester City Centre is this little gem of…

Dean Forest Railway

Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.

St Mary de Lode Church

St. Mary de Lode is the city's oldest Parish Church being built in the 12th Century. It was built…

Ten Pin

Tenpin bowling is great fun for everyone so visit Gloucester Tenpin where you will be provided with…

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
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
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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16th September 2025-21st September 2025
Quiet Mornings

Our weekly Quiet Mornings offer a calmer museum experience, especially suited to visitors who…

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18th September 2025-26th March 2026
Witness for the Prosecution

Leonard finds himself at the centre of a gripping trial, accused of the brutal murder of a wealthy…

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19th September 2025

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20th September 2025
Gloucester Quays Rotary Beer, Cider & Gin Festival

Join us for one of our Rotary clubs most popular events of the calender!

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19th September 2025-20th September 2025
Actor John Bassett in several different Victorian costumes representing different social classes, edited to look as if they are all in the same sepia

Come along for a bowl of soup and a show at lunchtime!

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19th September 2025
Tour of the Eastgate Chamber

With a Civic Trust guide, visit the Eastgate Chamber

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19th September 2025
Home, Elsewhere: Moomin & Belonging

Home, Elsewhere: Exploring Tove Jansson and the Timeless Moomin Characters

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19th 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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19th September 2025

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20th September 2025

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26th September 2025

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27th September 2025
ReFresh - An Opportunities Fair

On Saturday 20th September (11am–3pm), Kings Square will come alive with ReFresh

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20th September 2025
Len Copeland

Listen Dance is a brand new night out, a chance for you to dance.

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20th September 2025
Doves of Peace

Gloucester Comes Together for "Doves of Peace" Art Project in King's Square

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20th September 2025
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