GLOUCESTER BID NEWS
Discover Archaeology Trail Launches in Gloucester: Uncover 15 “Hidden” Artefacts Across the City
The city of Gloucester is pleased to announce the launch of the Discover Archaeology Trail, a vibrant public heritage initiative running from today until Saturday 20 September 2025. This interactive trail invites residents and visitors alike to explore 15 curated...
Art in the City 2025: Gloucester Docks to Become a Living Canvas This August
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, the historic Gloucester Docks will burst into colour as artists, families, and the local community come together for Art in the City 2025. Hosted by That White Room in partnership with Gloucester BID, this vibrant outdoor event celebrates...
City Swings Again as Gloucester’s Rhythm & Blues Festival Makes Its Return
Gloucester’s got the Blues - and we couldn’t be happier! The city swings again with the return of the Rhythm & Blues Festival - ten venues over ten days! A highlight of Gloucester’s summer calendar, the city’s much-loved Rhythm & Blues Festival, coordinated by...
Roarsome Lions at Large sculpture trail arrives in Cheltenham and Gloucester
Families across the county are preparing to go wild this summer as a pride of lions take to the streets of Gloucestershire. The trail will see 32 majestic lion sculptures designed and decorated by artists at a host of stunning landmarks and interesting everyday...
Dig Into History: Gloucester Celebrates Festival of Archaeology
The Gloucester Festival of Archaeology returns from 14th to 26th July 2025, offering an immersive exploration of the city’s hidden past. Presented in partnership with Gloucester BID Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester Civic Trust, Museum of Gloucester, Gloucestershire...
Second Hand Summer Challenge returns to Gloucester city centre
Celebrate sustainable shopping, support local charities – and win big! This summer, the Second Hand Summer Challenge makes its exciting return to Gloucester! Now through to the 24th August 2025, participants are encouraged to explore the city’s fantastic charity...
‘Support local with teacher gifts’, urge business leaders
With the end of the school year on its way, residents are encouraged to think local with teacher gifts to boost Gloucester’s economy. A clear ‘support local’ message has been shared ahead of the end of term on behalf of Gloucester businesses. The backers of the...
Independents Week – Blog – Alastair Kerr
Alastair Kerr, South West Regional Representative of the Campaigns for Pubs Pubs remain a strong key part of the independent businesses in Gloucester. One of the strengths of our city, is the diverse pubs and hospitality sector that this city can proudly boast about....
Independents Week – Blog – Luke Lutman
Luke Lutman, Gloucester Chamber of Commerce Independant businesses are a highlight of Gloucester city centre and have been growing in numbers over the last few years. Food and drink have seen great gains in the city with Westgate Street becoming an independent food...
Independents Week – Blog – Colin Munro
Colin Munro, Miconex - Town and City Gift Cards The Gloucester Gift Card continues to go from strength to strength thanks to the choice on offer, including the fantastic array of independent businesses. The 2024 partnership with Gloucester Food Dock brought a raft of...
Independents Week – Blog – Sam Holliday
Sam Holliday, FSB Development Manager Every thriving town or city needs those big, well established, universally known brands to ensure a sense of familiarity and encourage footfall. However, much as we all like to visit and are reassured by seeing those...
Independents Week – Blog – Iain Nicholson
Iain Nicholson, Founder of The Vacant Shops Academy The Vacant Shops Academy is an initiative from prbi, founded in 2022 by Iain Nicholson,a #placemaking specialist focused on tackling #highstreet empty shops challenges and improving the mix of uses in town and city...
Gloucester Joins National Effort to Promote Respect in Retail During ShopKind Week 2025
Gloucester BID is proud to support ShopKind Week, running from 30th June to 6th July 2025, a national campaign that calls for kindness and respect towards shopworkers and highlights the essential role they play in our communities. Led by the Home Office and supported...
Discover Local Treasures with New ‘Local Business Bingo’!
To celebrate Independents Week 2025 and encourage support for local businesses, Gloucester BID is launching a new Local Business Bingo - a fun and interactive way to explore the city’s local businesses. From Monday 30th June, you can collect a bingo card from any of...
Nominations now open for 2025 Believe in Gloucester Awards
Nominations are now open for this year’s Believe in Gloucester Awards, celebrating the people, businesses and organisations that help Gloucester thrive. The awards, run by Gloucester BID, shine a light on those who go above and beyond to support the city and its...
Great Gift Card Giveaway campaign launches in Gloucester!
£350 of Gloucester Gift Cards are set to be given away between 30th June and 13th July by local businesses, encouraging ‘shop local’ and boosting the local economy. A new Great Gift Card Giveaway campaign is due to go live in Gloucester on 30th June, giving people a...
A Huge Floating Artwork Inspired by the Moomins Coming to Gloucester, Alongside a Programme of Art, Film, and Community Events
Join us in Gloucester to celebrate 80 years of the Moomins with a joyful programme of art, activities, and storytelling across Gloucester Docks, the Museum of Gloucester, and Gloucester Guildhall. Inspired by The Moomins and the Great Flood, this city-wide celebration...
Showdown: A high-energy, satirical circus show about our obsession with winning where the audience votes for their favourites.
Showdown opens at Gloucester Guildhall from Thursday 26 - Saturday 28 June, including a Saturday matinee performance. The show follows on from their mockumentary Common Ground, available on YouTube, which went behind the scenes of the fictional search for a Global...
Vinyl Revival: All-Day Wax Celebration Returns to Gloucester!
It’s back! The much-loved summer vinyl celebration returns for another unforgettable day uniting music lovers, collectors, and DJs in the heart of Gloucester. On 21st June 2025, the courtyard of Café René will come alive with the crackle of vinyl, the rhythm of DJ...
Gloucester Gears Up for Independents Week
Exclusive Deals and Local Delights Await June 30 – July 6! Come and discover your local independent businesses this Independents Week, 30th June- 6th July 2025. Local independent businesses are calling on the community for support as they showcase the exceptional...
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