Guidebook to Gloucester
Shopping
Featuring 56 brands including Nike, Calvin Klein, All Saints, Levi’s, Ted Baker, L.K. Bennet, Adidas and Fatface, with discounts up to 70% - it’s a real treat for those who love a bargain! Step outside of the outlet and you’re met with the recently renovated Gloucester docks. The Victorian warehouses make a spectacular backdrop to the array of restaurants, pubs, cafes and bars and Cineworld cinema complex.
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Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet
Saint Ann WayFeaturing 56 brands including Nike, Calvin Klein, All Saints, Levi’s, Ted Baker, L.K. Bennet, Adidas and Fatface, with discounts up to 70% - it’s a real treat for those who love a bargain! Step outside of the outlet and you’re met with the recently renovated Gloucester docks. The Victorian warehouses make a spectacular backdrop to the array of restaurants, pubs, cafes and bars and Cineworld cinema complex.
Spread over two floors, Gloucester Antique Centre is a Tardis-like building, brimming with vintage treasures and finds. Located on Westgate Street before the cathedral, inside you’ll find art, decorative items, stamps, toys, clocks, postcards and cigarette cards, coins, silver and glassware, jewellery, vinyl records, and much, much more!
The New Gloucester Antiques Centre
26 Westgate StreetSpread over two floors, Gloucester Antique Centre is a Tardis-like building, brimming with vintage treasures and finds. Located on Westgate Street before the cathedral, inside you’ll find art, decorative items, stamps, toys, clocks, postcards and cigarette cards, coins, silver and glassware, jewellery, vinyl records, and much, much more!
Art & Culture
Boasting stunning architecture and incredible stained-glass windows, Gloucester Cathedral is a must-see if you’re staying in the city. The 11th Century building is the burial site of King Edward II, and is home to many architectural and artistic wonders, including the fan-faulted medieval cloisters and Great East Window. There’s plenty to see and do at the Cathedral, with a gift shop, café and regular exhibitions. Those with a keen eye may even recognise the cloisters as the corridors of Hogwarts – parts of the Harry Potter films were shot inside the cathedral! Free entry.
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Cathédrale de Gloucester
12 College GrnBoasting stunning architecture and incredible stained-glass windows, Gloucester Cathedral is a must-see if you’re staying in the city. The 11th Century building is the burial site of King Edward II, and is home to many architectural and artistic wonders, including the fan-faulted medieval cloisters and Great East Window. There’s plenty to see and do at the Cathedral, with a gift shop, café and regular exhibitions. Those with a keen eye may even recognise the cloisters as the corridors of Hogwarts – parts of the Harry Potter films were shot inside the cathedral! Free entry.
A fantastic interactive museum located in one of the disused Victorian warehouses, the Gloucester Waterways museum explores the hidden world of England’s canals and rivers, using historic boats and archive films. From here, you can also climb aboard either King Arthur or Queen Boadicea II and enjoy a 45 minute boat trip along the River Severn or the Gloucester – Sharpness canal.
Canal & River Trust
A fantastic interactive museum located in one of the disused Victorian warehouses, the Gloucester Waterways museum explores the hidden world of England’s canals and rivers, using historic boats and archive films. From here, you can also climb aboard either King Arthur or Queen Boadicea II and enjoy a 45 minute boat trip along the River Severn or the Gloucester – Sharpness canal.
At Number 9, College Court, just outside of the beautiful cathedral, lies the building where Beatrix Potter set her story, The Tailor of Gloucester. In 1978, the building was purchased by Frederick Warne & Co ltd, the publishers behind Beatrix Potter. Since 2006, it has been open to the public as a small museum and gift shop run by volunteers. A truly enchanting experience that will capture the imaginations of all age groups.
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The House Of The Tailor Of Gloucester
9 College CtAt Number 9, College Court, just outside of the beautiful cathedral, lies the building where Beatrix Potter set her story, The Tailor of Gloucester. In 1978, the building was purchased by Frederick Warne & Co ltd, the publishers behind Beatrix Potter. Since 2006, it has been open to the public as a small museum and gift shop run by volunteers. A truly enchanting experience that will capture the imaginations of all age groups.
Rated amongst the top attractions in the Cotswolds, the castle rooms and exhibits contain many fascinating treasures, from ancient Roman times to the present day. The castle is surrounded by a breathtaking 1,200-acre estate and ten award-winning gardens. The centrepiece is the Queens Garden, so named because four of England’s queens – Anne Boleyn, Katherine Parr, Lady Jane Grey and Elizabeth I – once walk ed upon the original Tudor Parterre. The Pheasantry at Sudeley houses a collection of 16 rare and endangered species of birds from around the world as part of Sudeley’s programme of breeding and conservation.
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Château de Sudeley
Rated amongst the top attractions in the Cotswolds, the castle rooms and exhibits contain many fascinating treasures, from ancient Roman times to the present day. The castle is surrounded by a breathtaking 1,200-acre estate and ten award-winning gardens. The centrepiece is the Queens Garden, so named because four of England’s queens – Anne Boleyn, Katherine Parr, Lady Jane Grey and Elizabeth I – once walk ed upon the original Tudor Parterre. The Pheasantry at Sudeley houses a collection of 16 rare and endangered species of birds from around the world as part of Sudeley’s programme of breeding and conservation.
Cheltenham Festivals is a charity running outreach programmes throughout the year, culminating with the town’s internationally acclaimed Jazz (May), Science (June), Music (July), and Literature (October) Festivals over a total of 36 days. The four festivals feature nearly 1,000 events, with 25% of their programme free to enter. Bringing in world-famous acts, performers, experts and authors year on year, the town well and truly comes to life during the Festivals. Head to the website to see if your stay coincides with one of the above but, be warned, tickets can be snapped up months in advance for the most popular events.
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Cheltenham Festivals
109- 111 Bath RdCheltenham Festivals is a charity running outreach programmes throughout the year, culminating with the town’s internationally acclaimed Jazz (May), Science (June), Music (July), and Literature (October) Festivals over a total of 36 days. The four festivals feature nearly 1,000 events, with 25% of their programme free to enter. Bringing in world-famous acts, performers, experts and authors year on year, the town well and truly comes to life during the Festivals. Head to the website to see if your stay coincides with one of the above but, be warned, tickets can be snapped up months in advance for the most popular events.
Outdoor Activities
A wonderful facility located just outside the city centre, the Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre is a great day out for all the family. The centre features a 255 metre main slope Freestyle Slope with Snowflex Fun Park, a 40 metre nursery slope, a dedicated tubing slope, button tow ski lifts, a Big Air Bag – for practising freestyle manoeuvres (on selected nights) and a fully licensed café/bar with food servery as well as a ski shop and hire centre.
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Gloucester Ski & Snowboard Centre
Matson LaneA wonderful facility located just outside the city centre, the Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre is a great day out for all the family. The centre features a 255 metre main slope Freestyle Slope with Snowflex Fun Park, a 40 metre nursery slope, a dedicated tubing slope, button tow ski lifts, a Big Air Bag – for practising freestyle manoeuvres (on selected nights) and a fully licensed café/bar with food servery as well as a ski shop and hire centre.
A haven for keen mountain bikers of all abilities, Flyup 417 Bike Park is a 100 acre bike park just outside of the city centre. Featuring downhill trails, an indoor pumptrack, a dirt jump barn and field, as well as the unique ‘uplift’ feature (drivers who take you and your bike back up to the top of the hill), it’s the perfect place to spend an action-packed day. If you can’t bring your own bike, bikes are available for hire. The 417 Bike Park is the biggest privately owned mountain bike facility in England offering a variety of riding disciplines within one venue.
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Flyup 417 Bike Park
A haven for keen mountain bikers of all abilities, Flyup 417 Bike Park is a 100 acre bike park just outside of the city centre. Featuring downhill trails, an indoor pumptrack, a dirt jump barn and field, as well as the unique ‘uplift’ feature (drivers who take you and your bike back up to the top of the hill), it’s the perfect place to spend an action-packed day. If you can’t bring your own bike, bikes are available for hire. The 417 Bike Park is the biggest privately owned mountain bike facility in England offering a variety of riding disciplines within one venue.
The Gloucester Civic Trust has a number of city walking tours that can be booked, lead by professional guides. Visit the website for further information on the tours available.
Gloucester Civic Trust
The Gloucester Civic Trust has a number of city walking tours that can be booked, lead by professional guides. Visit the website for further information on the tours available.
Cheltenham racecourse, the jewel in Jump racing's crown, plays host to the best jumping action in the world from 350 spectacular acres in the lee of the beautiful Cotswold hills. Whether you're there on a crisp bright October day or a balmy evening in May, you'll feel that unmistakable Cheltenham magic. The racing, the setting, the tradition and history,
the shared sense of enjoyment all combines to give everyone, from those sampling the finest hospitality to the racegoers on the course, an experience they'll never forget.
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Hippodrome de Cheltenham
Evesham RoadCheltenham racecourse, the jewel in Jump racing's crown, plays host to the best jumping action in the world from 350 spectacular acres in the lee of the beautiful Cotswold hills. Whether you're there on a crisp bright October day or a balmy evening in May, you'll feel that unmistakable Cheltenham magic. The racing, the setting, the tradition and history,
the shared sense of enjoyment all combines to give everyone, from those sampling the finest hospitality to the racegoers on the course, an experience they'll never forget.
Located just behind the quays, Alney Island is an 80 hectare site with paved flat footpaths, perfect for walking and cycling. The nature reserve is predominantly neutral wet grassland and flood meadows with broadleaf trees. The land is managed through hay cutting and grazing with rare breed cattle. Wildlife includes orchids, waterfowl, raptors, amphibians, wading birds and many species of insect including dragonflies and butterflies. Dogs are welcome on Alney Island.
Alney Island Nature Reserve
Located just behind the quays, Alney Island is an 80 hectare site with paved flat footpaths, perfect for walking and cycling. The nature reserve is predominantly neutral wet grassland and flood meadows with broadleaf trees. The land is managed through hay cutting and grazing with rare breed cattle. Wildlife includes orchids, waterfowl, raptors, amphibians, wading birds and many species of insect including dragonflies and butterflies. Dogs are welcome on Alney Island.
Home of Premiership Club Club, Gloucester Rugby, Kingsholm Stadium is located just outside of the city centre, but still within walking distance. With a capacity between 12-16,115 depending on the event, Kingsholm is home to many events throughout the year, from Rugby World Cup matches to huge music concerts
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Kingsholm Stadium
Kingsholm RoadHome of Premiership Club Club, Gloucester Rugby, Kingsholm Stadium is located just outside of the city centre, but still within walking distance. With a capacity between 12-16,115 depending on the event, Kingsholm is home to many events throughout the year, from Rugby World Cup matches to huge music concerts
Open to members and visitors, Gloucester Golf Club is a stunning 18 hole, par 72, championship course that overlooks the beautiful countryside. With a fall from 600 to 200 feet, it offers one of the most interesting terrains in the region.
Gloucester Golf Club
Matson LaneOpen to members and visitors, Gloucester Golf Club is a stunning 18 hole, par 72, championship course that overlooks the beautiful countryside. With a fall from 600 to 200 feet, it offers one of the most interesting terrains in the region.
Parks & Wildlife
A lovely park owned by Gloucester City Council, this arboretum is home to many mature trees and is grazed by Dexter cattle and sheep throughout various times of the year.
Barnwood Arboretum, Nature Reserve & Park
Church LaneA lovely park owned by Gloucester City Council, this arboretum is home to many mature trees and is grazed by Dexter cattle and sheep throughout various times of the year.
Painswick Rococo Garden is unique in that it is the only surviving garden of the rococo period which is open to the public. The Garden is on the Historic England Register of Parks or Gardens of Special Historic Interest. This fabulously flamboyant garden is set down in the valley and open to the public, complete with a delicious café and gift shop.
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Painswick Rococo Garden
Gloucester RoadPainswick Rococo Garden is unique in that it is the only surviving garden of the rococo period which is open to the public. The Garden is on the Historic England Register of Parks or Gardens of Special Historic Interest. This fabulously flamboyant garden is set down in the valley and open to the public, complete with a delicious café and gift shop.
Managed jointly by The National Trust and Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, Crickley Hill is a beautiful part of the Cotswold escarpment that overlooks the Severn Vale. Filled with archaeological remains dating from the Neolithic period, Crickley Hill is a stunning destination for walking and exploring, boasting exquisite views.
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Parc national de Crickley Hill
Crickley HillManaged jointly by The National Trust and Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, Crickley Hill is a beautiful part of the Cotswold escarpment that overlooks the Severn Vale. Filled with archaeological remains dating from the Neolithic period, Crickley Hill is a stunning destination for walking and exploring, boasting exquisite views.
Food scene
A café with a difference! Located on a narrow boat, this unusual café offers you the chance to enjoy a coffee and a freshly prepared snack on Gloucester’s famous waterways in the heart of the quays!
Cafe on the cut
A café with a difference! Located on a narrow boat, this unusual café offers you the chance to enjoy a coffee and a freshly prepared snack on Gloucester’s famous waterways in the heart of the quays!
On Toast
15 Severn RdA boutique toastie shop on the side of the historic docks – delicious!
A chic – modern Greek and Mediterranean Restaurant located in the heart of the quays, Greek on the Docks uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients and offers a fantastic selection of authentic dishes with great service.
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Greek On The Docks
A chic – modern Greek and Mediterranean Restaurant located in the heart of the quays, Greek on the Docks uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients and offers a fantastic selection of authentic dishes with great service.
Part of the hugely popular Lounge chain – Portivo is a great location for comfy, relaxed, fun dining!
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Portivo Lounge
Saint Ann WayPart of the hugely popular Lounge chain – Portivo is a great location for comfy, relaxed, fun dining!