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Welcome to the city of Gloucester

Things To Do Highlights

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…

St. Oswald's Priory

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

Sudeley Castle aerial view

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

The Rainbow Street - Copyright Tash Frootko

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

Bloomery

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

Photo of people paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks

Stand-up paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks, canal and River Severn. We’ll take you through water…

Nature in Art exterior

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

Aerial view of Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester

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

People playing basketball

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

High St Tredworth

Discover the most decorated street in Gloucester!!

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…

Painswick Rococo Garden

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

Ultimate Warriors

The ultimate family adventure! Action-packed obstacle venue to challenge all ages and abilities.

Escape Entertainment Escape Rooms

Escape Entertainment is an independent escape room business that designs, builds, and runs all its…

Great Witcombe Roman Villa (English Heritage), Gloucester

The remains of a large villa, overlooking an enchanting valley. Built around three sides of a…

All are welcomed

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

SimAir737

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

Alney Island Nature Reserve

Alney Island is an 80-hectare site, located on the banks of the River Severn and less than one…

The Kings Theatre

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

Blackfriars Priory

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

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…

Eastgate Viewing Chamber

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

What's On Highlights

Salsa At Butlers

Your friendly weekly dance night in Gloucester!

Openings

Season

1st July 2025-15th 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
Gloucesters Best Roast

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

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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…

Openings

Season

16th April 2026-15th April 2027
After Work Club

Long day? We've got you.

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Season

5th May 2026-1st September 2026
WhipZone Sunday Market buy and sell your car, van, motorbike and campervan

The UK's Sunday Market for cars, vans, motorbikes and campervans

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Season

10th May 2026-31st December 2026
Margs on the Terrace

Pull up a chair, soak up the sun, and let the good times pour.

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Season

18th May 2026-1st September 2026
Live Violin Music with Frances every Tuesday between 11 am to 1 pm at Eastgate Indoor Market

Enjoy live violin music with Frances

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Season

19th May 2026-29th September 2026
City Guided Walks

Hear about the history of Gloucester from the Romans through to the Victorian era.

Openings

Season

22nd May 2026-30th September 2026
Members of the public looking at an artwork in a city centre business window

A public art trail showing contemporary art in the windows of over 20 businesses throughout the…

Openings

Season

4th July 2026-28th August 2026
Photo of an entry to the competition last year

A free public art competition for adults (first prize £100) and children (16 and under) (first…

Openings

Season

4th July 2026-15th August 2026
Nines Golf League

Nines is a new golf league for Gloucestershire & Cheltenham golfers.

Openings

Season

6th July 2026-6th September 2026
Synthesis of Art

Sharing local art with Gloucester and it's visitors

Openings

Season

7th July 2026-12th July 2026
Go Electric Gloucestershire

Attend an EV showcase hosted by Lease Electric and C2S, bringing together leading vehicle…

Openings

Season

8th July 2026

Season

8th July 2026
Food Dock Introduces: Sunset Sessions

Join us as we celebrate the Sounds of Summer, with bustling kitchens, clinking glasses and the…

Openings

Season

9th July 2026
Ypotryll band stand with their medieval musical instruments

Join us for our monthly History Huddle, this month with medieval music performers Ypotryll.

Openings

Season

9th July 2026
A dancer in the street parade surrounded by musicians

A rip-roaring parade from Paraorchestra and Strike A Light

Openings

Season

10th July 2026
Eastgate Chamber

The history of Gloucester from the 2nd century through to the 18th century is visible in the…

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10th July 2026

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24th July 2026

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14th August 2026

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21st August 2026

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4th September 2026
Llanthony Secunda

A talk by Ian Holt local historian about the stories connected with the ancient Augustinian Priory…

Openings

Season

11th July 2026
Fawlty Towers Revisited Weekend 11/07/2026

Basil is not happy when the Hotel is booked by Simon Cowell for several Tribute acts, due to the…

Openings

Season

11th July 2026
A brightly coloured cartoon of a boom box, a CD and a Walkman.

On Saturday the 11th of July, we'll be playing the best of pop music through the ages. Come along…

Openings

Season

11th July 2026
Llanthonty Secunda Priory's gatehouse building

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

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Season

12th July 2026
Llanthonty Secunda Priory's medieval garden and Henry Dene Hall

Founded in 1136, the history of this Grade I listed former Augustinian Priory is told throughout 5…

Openings

Season

12th July 2026
Zine Workshop

Got something to say? Say it in print. Fold it, cut it, collage it — welcome to the wonderfully…

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Season

12th July 2026

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16th August 2026

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13th September 2026

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11th October 2026

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15th November 2026
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