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Lower Slaughter

Our walking tours are boots-only - we meet you at the agreed start point and leave the transport…

VRXPerience

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

Nature in Art exterior

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

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

outside the Museum of Gloucester

Found within the City of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of over…

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…

Sudeley Castle aerial view

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

Berkeley Castle

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

A photo of Highnam Court

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

Slimbridge

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

Around Cheltenham

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

Hopewell Street Mural

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

Gloucester Cathedral exterior

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

The Folk of Gloucester (2022)

An exquisite Tudor timber-framed building that was once the Folk Museum. It is now a community…

Bloomery

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

St. Oswald's Priory

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

St Michael's Tower

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

All Bars

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

the outside of Sherborne Cinema

Family friendly traditional cinema close to the heart of Gloucester. We show a range of quality…

SimAir737

SimAir737, Realistc Full Size Boeing 737 Cockpit.The most true to life flight simulator out there…

Blackfriars Priory

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

Barnwood Park

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

The Rainbow Street - Copyright Tash Frootko

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

Planes at the Jet Age Museum

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

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

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1st July 2025-15th December 2026
The Secret Easter Garden Trail

Can you spot the flowers hidden around the Cathedral?

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15th March 2026-12th April 2026
Gloucester Quays Easter Trail

Join the Gloucester Quays Easter Trail and help the Easter Bunny recover his missing eggs from the…

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28th March 2026-12th April 2026
The Dragon Who Sneaked Away Family Trail

Dorothy the baby dragon has wandered off into the museum. Can you help find her?

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28th March 2026-12th April 2026
Close of up someone with a cello

Designed for adult strings, wind and brass players of Grade 5 and above, the course is directed by…

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10th April 2026-12th April 2026
Library Tours

Located up a winding spiral staircase, the medieval library at Gloucester Cathedral contains a…

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11th April 2026
A white china tea cup and saucer with blue patterns on a white tablecloth

On selected Saturdays, our cosy café is offering special afternoon teas with a selection of…

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16th May 2026
A cartoon style image of some giant crystals in a forest pool

A fun learning experience where children can find out about the crystals associated with each…

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11th April 2026

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25th April 2026
Fleetwood Bac

Fleetwood Bac were the world's first and are regarded as the UK's most authentic Fleetwood Mac…

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11th April 2026
Brick Builders Club: Dragons & Castles

Step into a world of knights, dragons and magical castles in this relaxed, self-directed LEGO…

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11th April 2026
Llanthony Secunda Priory

Join us for a tour of the Grade I and Grade II listed buildings.

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12th April 2026
Llanthony Secunda Priory

Join us for a chance to look inside the buildings and learn more about the Priory from our…

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12th April 2026
Enchanting Aurella's Kids Club

Join local instructor Enchanting Aurella for a special Kid's Club suitable for ages 4-11.

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12th April 2026
K-Pop Superstars

K-POP Superstars is the ultimate K-Pop tribute show, bringing the excitement, energy, and style of…

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12th April 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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Black is the Color of My Voice

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live.

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15th April 2026
Board game nights upstairs in Hop Kettle.

Clear your Thursdays and grab your favourite board games — Board Game Night at Hop Kettle is on!

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16th April 2026

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30th April 2026
A man in an Edwardian suit and flat cap standing outside an old oak doo

Explore our historic listed buildings with one of our qualified guides and learn about the lives of…

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Civic Trust Tours: Roman Gloucester Walks

Starting from the Museum in Brunswick Road, your first stop will be the Eastgate Chamber, where you…

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17th April 2026

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Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle

Suzi is exhausted and she hasn't even started. This is a stand-up show and a support group!

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17th April 2026
Gloucester History Festival

This spring, the Gloucester History Festival returns with a dazzling weekend of ideas, debate and…

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17th April 2026-19th April 2026
Two male singers in smart shirts and waistcoats and two female singers in long dresses enacting a dramatic scene on stage indoors.

The group will perform popular solos, duets, trios, and quartets from well-known composers…

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18th April 2026
Creativity Cart

Get creative at our self-directed Creativity Cart!

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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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