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Dean Forest Railway

Heritage steam railway running between Lydney Junction and Parkend.

Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Castle is unique; lived in by the same family for almost 900 years, longer than any other…

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…

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…

Ten Pin

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

Westgate Park & Boating Lake

Westgate Park & Boating Lake is a 9-hectare open space on the banks of the River Severn.

Gloucester Walking Tours App

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

People playing basketball

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

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

The Rainbow Street - Copyright Tash Frootko

If you love colour then you will adore this kaleidoscopic street, now fondly known as 'The Rainbow…

The Folk of Gloucester (2022)

An exquisite Tudor timber-framed building with some beautifully preserved original features.

Scrivens Conduit, Hillfield Gardens

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

The stage at Gloucester Guildhall

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

Discover Paddling

Award-winning kayaking and paddleboarding experiences on the waterways of Saul Junction and…

Briery Hill Llamas

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

All Bars

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

Planes at the Jet Age Museum

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

Blackfriars Priory

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

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…

Robinswood Hill

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

Gloucester Cathedral exterior

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

All are welcomed

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

Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre

Browse beautiful local arts and crafts or sign up to an upcoming workshop at the Gloucestershire…

VRXPerience

PLAY, RACE, EXPERIENCE. Virtual Reality is a fun, exciting and a very accessible experience for…

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

Openings

Season

1st July 2025-15th December 2026
Gloucesters Best Roast

The best Sunday Roast in Gloucester, and the queues prove it.

Openings

Season

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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Season

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
Foodie Passport

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

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Season

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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Season

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

Calling all art enthusiasts and mini readers!

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Season

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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Season

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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Season

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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Season

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

Pubs are more than just for drinking…

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Season

19th October 2026-25th October 2026
The Glos-sary

The series of talks (The Glos-sary) will feature Writers, Artists and Creatives whose work we at…

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Season

21st October 2026

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28th October 2026

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4th November 2026

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11th November 2026
Cotswolds Creative Table - Nature in Art

Join Kristal from Bloom & Gold and Jo from Bespoke by J for the very first Creative Table, an…

Openings

Season

21st October 2026
Funhouse Comedy Club - Comedy Night in Gloucester October 2026

Following the launch in September, Funhouse Comedy Club brings another night full of laughter to Dr…

Openings

Season

22nd October 2026
Cursive text reading "you must be joking" in front of a pair of red theatre curtains with bright lights coming from above

Severn Playwrights present You Must Be Joking, a comedy show that whisks you straight back to the…

Openings

Season

23rd October 2026
Gloucester Quays Halloween Trail

Help us get into Mr Halloween's candy vault!

Openings

Season

23rd October 2026-1st November 2026
Neirin | LIVE at Café René

A funk filled, soul blues outfit, with influences of reggae and gospel.

Openings

Season

23rd October 2026
Friendly Little Ghosts Trail

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

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Season

24th October 2026-2nd November 2026
Folk Experience Day

Led by Folk England, this is a FREE opportunity to spend the day exploring folk music with young…

Openings

Season

24th October 2026
Autumn Artisan Market

Discover local talent, handmade treasures and autumn inspiration at our Artisan Market.

Openings

Season

24th October 2026
Reg rugs in the NWM Shop

Join us at the National Waterways Museum for a rag-rugging workshop with heritage crafter Jacqui…

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Season

24th October 2026
The Long Man

Discover the fascinating connections between Edward Jenner, John Hunter and the mysterious 'Long…

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Season

24th October 2026
Denim embroidered with beads and different coloured thread

On the third Saturday of every month, bring along a pre-loved item of clothing and learn how to…

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24th October 2026

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21st November 2026

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19th December 2026

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16th January 2027

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20th February 2027
The Alternative Markets logo - a heart shaped foliate wreath on a purple background with a black rose and a rainbow on each side. Text reads, Gloucest

This year, The Folk of Gloucester on Westgate Street is delighted to host the city's very own…

Openings

Season

24th October 2026
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