to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
As the new year unfolds, Visit Gloucester is embracing a simple yet powerful resolution: to spend less time glued to our screens and more time immersed in real-world experiences. Let’s kick-start 2026 with a digital detox—less scrolling, more strolling around our vibrant city. Here’s how you can swap screen time for genuine moments in Gloucester!
Meet at Gloucester Food Dock
Instead of chatting to friends on Facebook, why not enjoy face‑to‑face connection over delicious food and waterfront views? At Gloucester Food Dock, you’ll discover 12 independent cafés, restaurants, and bars nestled around Victoria Dock. Whether you're after artisan gelato, wood-fired pizza, seasonal dishes, or a local brew, there’s something for every taste—all with scenic quayside seating and a social buzz.
Find out more about Gloucester Food Dock HERE
Play at Putt Putt Social
Ditch Candy Crush for an immersive round of crazy golf at Putt Putt Social, located in King’s Walk Shopping Centre. With two themed 9-hole courses—Tokyo Drift and Zen Garden—you’ll journey from neon-lit adrenaline zones to tranquil incense-scattered paths. Add quirky elements like scented holes, robotic geishas, and fortune cookies, and you’ve got a playful evening rivaling any mobile game.
Book your spot HERE
Watch at Sherborne Cinema
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Take a break from TikTok and enjoy a film at Sherborne Cinema, Gloucester’s art-deco independent venue. With just 110 seats, Sony 4K projection, Dolby Digital sound, and no adverts before screenings, it offers a warm, immersive cinematic experience. Expect both the latest releases and live screenings like National Theatre Broadcasts.
Check showtimes & tickets HERE
Experience Live Music at Gloucester Guildhall
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Instead of autoplaying your Spotify highlights, feel the energy of live music at Gloucester Guildhall. This historic venue hosts a wide array of acts—from tribute and indie bands to cabaret and acoustic performances. Upcoming shows include Beth Orton, Roxette UK, and thematic nights like Sounds of Seattle. With a cozy bar, excellent acoustics, and accessible facilities, it’s perfect for a memorable night out.
Explore gigs & book HERE
Change Your Work View at Patch Gloucester
Working from home a lot? Try the beautifully designed, light-filled co-working haven at Patch Gloucester, part of The Forum. Spanning 17,000 sq ft, it offers private offices, coworking studios, wellness lounges, focus booths, event spaces, content studios, and a members’ lounge/bar—all fostering creativity and community.
Membership info HERE
Work & Learn at Gloucester Library
If solitude and quiet are what you need, Gloucester Library offers free study areas, and bookable study rooms ideal for focused work, tutoring, or small meetings. Their conference room seats up to 12, equipped with a large monitor and Zoom capabilities—perfect for hybrid work setups or a change of work scene.
Room reservations HERE
Take the Pledge
Let’s make 2026 the year we scroll less and stroll more. Gloucester is brimming with experiences that connect us—to food, culture, community, and creativity. Pick one switch, plan an outing with friends, and feel the difference. Your next real-life adventure awaits!
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