The force is strong at the Museum of Gloucester! On Saturday 24 June 2023, from a galaxy far, far away comes an absolute must see for fans of Star Wars and the silver screen… One of the UK's finest collections of vintage Star Wars toys and original cinema posters is going to go on display […]
A Costume for Gloucester is a trailblazing project, which has been put together by Voices Gloucester in collaboration with Gloucester Cathedral. Designed by locally-based costumier Katie Taylor and forming part of Threads 2023, A Costume for Gloucester celebrates the city’s diverse people, eclectic history and fascinating stories. It has been created by over 100 community stitching groups, with […]
The Great Western Air Ambulance Charity team will be running Defib CRP Demos and training at 40-44 King’s Walk (in between the Forum shop and The Entertainer), where people can learn how to use the public access defibs. Session times: 12pm to 12.30pm 12.30pm to 1pm There's no need to book, just arrive at the […]
Oktoberfest is returning to Gloucester Brewery with a huge celebration of German beers and food. With official festbiers imported from Munich for the weekend, live music, a German inspired BBQ and Openside Pizza on site it is set to be a weekend to remember. Tickets are on sale now!
Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
Gloucester City Safe, together with Gloucestershire Police and Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue are joining forces this weekend to celebrate Emergency Services Fun Day this Saturday, 30th September. From 10am-3pm there will be activities at Gloucester Docks, near Mariners Square, including several emergency services vehicles, hear about the new Mini Police Initiative, many children’s activities, plus […]
A "Behind the Scenes" Tour of three Tudor houses "If only Walls could Talk". Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories while you explore the many rooms with a serving maid, or an […]
Saffy and Jane Springham are pleased to have started running a monthly Storytelling Café at The Folk. The Café is on every first Thursday of the month from 7pm for ages 14+. There will be invited guest storytellers, music and open mic every month. We want to hear all kinds of storytelling – so whether […]
Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
We are bringing the Autumn Faeries to The Folk of Gloucester. Join us for Faery Fun at our Autumn Faery Fayre from 10.30am - 5.00pm, with free entry, on the 7th & 8th of October 2023 We will have a wonderful display of Faery related stalls including artists, plus psychic readers and healing therapies. Enjoy […]
The Big City Sleepout is our way of encouraging people to spend one night of being uncomfortable and experiencing the sights, sounds and feeling of sleeping rough. Join us as we once again sleep out in the city centre on a Saturday night and experience the constant sounds, noises and feeling of vulnerability as you sleep outside […]
Discover the very finest local food, drink, art, design, vintage and modern craft carefully selected from Gloucester artisans and businesses local to the South West.
Join us for our Autumn Faery Wingding Celebration at The Folk of Gloucester on Saturday 7th October 7.30pm. We have a magical evening of entertainment for you with dancing from Aziza Cheltenham Belly Dance Troupe, amazing artists ,Julia Mosley, Jessica Law, Ominous Folk & Car Dia Susan Marie Paramor. Dress Up & sparkle in your […]
Discover the very finest local food, drink, art, design, vintage and modern craft carefully selected from Gloucester artisans and businesses local to the South West.
To coincide with World Mental Health Awareness Day on 10th October, we are inviting BID members to an interactive online workshop between 12pm - 2pm, which will highlight, discuss and refresh Wellbeing in the Workplace. Hosted by Rener Wellbeing this 2-hour interactive virtual workshop will be run by expert workplace wellbeing consultants and will cover: […]
Starting at the Tigers Eye Restaurant and onto The Folk of Gloucester and back again, we have poets, music and activities for all with an interest in poetry. Join us to celebrate this October!
A "Behind the Scenes" Tour of three Tudor houses "If only Walls could Talk". Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories while you explore the many rooms with a serving maid, or an […]
Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
Come along to our Local Makers Market and and meet local makers with their stalls full of fantastic gifts for this time of year. A chance to meet makers and find out the inspirations behind their gifts and the little stories that make them special. With carols and music with a possible dash of a […]
Light Eternal: Yesterday, Today, Forever This autumn, you’re invited to come and experience Gloucester Cathedral like never before. Light Eternal: Yesterday, Today, Forever will take visitors on a journey that delves into the Cathedral’s 1000-year-long history, examining its breathtaking architecture and stained glass, as well as its more recent life as a famous filming location. From scripture […]
A "Behind the Scenes" Tour of three Tudor houses "If only Walls could Talk". Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories while you explore the many rooms with a serving maid, or an […]
On Friday 20 October, a new trail celebrating the publication of Beatrix Potter’s The Tailor of Gloucester 120 years ago, will be unveiled on Gloucester’s historic Westgate Street. A set of ten brass plaques depicting the tailor mice, re-drawn using the original illustrations by local artist Ella Daniel Lowe, will be hidden along the high […]
Following on the from the first market in August – Gloucester Business Improvement District and Catherdral Quarter are hosting another local makers market in Westgate Street on 20th & 21st of October! There will be 15 stalls offering unique and hand crafted produce, arts and crafts and produce created by skilled local people. Alongside the […]
Windows Through Time' is a striking light installation by renowned light artist Jack Wimperis. Huge windows will hang high above the street to highlight the amazing architecture in the wealth of historic buildings. Visitors to the street in the evenings of 20th and 21st, 6-8pm, will be able to pick up a trail leaflet from the […]
Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
Take part in our Halloween Trail - 21st October - 3rd November ???? Have you seen Ralph the werewolf? ???? Start your hunt with the Halloween trail book* located at the customer service desk. Ralph and his friends are hiding around Gloucester Quays. Find them all and you will receive a bag of goodies and […]
Step into a world where fabrics tell stories! Get ready to embark on a captivating journey through Gloucester’s vibrant history, meticulously woven into fabric! Join us at the Museum of Gloucester for our extraordinary exhibition, Buttons, Badges and Blazers, generously funded by the Arts Council England. Chosen from the city’s collection of 4,500 costumes, Gloucester’s […]
Pubs are so much more than just, well, pubs! They are support for many, a place to socialise, meet, have fun and enjoy. Many of the Gloucester pubs will host various events through out the week, from quizzes to brewing sessions. Celebrating pubs between 21st-29th October 2023. To celebrate this week we have partnered with […]
Join the annual celebration of the Apple, Orchards and the Cider Industry at The Folk of Gloucester on Saturday 21st October. Get a chance to taste 30 different varieties of Apples not seen in the shops. There will be Morris Dancing workshops and performances throughout the city. Children's activities supported by Gloucester City Council. Plus […]
A "Behind the Scenes" Tour of three Tudor houses "If only Walls could Talk". Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories while you explore the many rooms with a serving maid, or an […]
Gloucester Guildhall celebrates the 50th anniversary of hip hop this autumn with a takeover from associate artists Your Next Move and guest artists, The Breaking League. Honouring the roots of hip hop, Elements will celebrate all aspects of the genre from graffiti to breaking, cinema to dj-ing. Expect an epic line up of jams, battles […]
Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
Brand new pop-up street food event incoming! King's Feast Gloucester hits King's Square in the city centre. Amazing food trucks, bars, coffee and baked treats, with DJs and relaxed vibes under a cool stretch tent. Free entry. Find out more on the Kings Feast Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfeastglos
Come join us for our Halloween Event at Eastgate Market Face painting Treats and maybe tricks Wear your spooky costumes Halloween trail Photos with Jack Skellington and Sally Plus, so much more! It would be deadly to miss it!!
A festival of all things spooky The Halloween Ball is a festival of all things spookaliscious with themed food and drink, vintage cinema, traditional sweet shop, face painting, glitter tattoos and seasonal games such as apple bobbing. There will be a photo area and chill-out board gaming zone not to mention scare and character actors, […]
Brand new pop-up street food event incoming! King's Feast Gloucester hits King's Square in the city centre. Amazing food trucks, bars, coffee and baked treats, with DJs and relaxed vibes under a cool stretch tent. Free entry. Find out more on the Kings Feast Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/kingsfeastglos
Bored at home with nothing to do, Nora is sent out to play in the garden in search of a tiger. Have your imaginations at the ready as our story unfolds and we see Nora's world grow around her. Following sold out, highly acclaimed tours, Flock Theatre Makers will be bringing their musical-theatre adaptation of […]
A "Behind the Scenes" Tour of three Tudor houses "If only Walls could Talk". Take a trip back in time guided by the colourful characters who lived and worked in this row of Tudor houses. Immerse yourself in fascinating facts and gory stories while you explore the many rooms with a serving maid, or an […]
Saffy and Jane Springham are pleased to have started running a monthly Storytelling Café at The Folk. The Café is on every first Thursday of the month from 7pm for ages 14+. There will be invited guest storytellers, music and open mic every month. We want to hear all kinds of storytelling – so whether […]
Visit Gloucester Farmers Market with stalls of local goodies by local people, Support the city and enjoy the fruits of their labor and buy some yummy locally made produce.
The Winter Markets return this year with a fabulous range of festive gifts, locally produced foodie products, delicious street food and pop-up bars. Located across Gloucester Quays and the historic docks, over 90 traders will showcase the very best craft, gifts and food from the Southwest region for you to experience and enjoy. Every weekend […]
Novice Norman is back, and once again he's inviting you to come and learn about the world of the monks who used to live here! This time, visitors of all ages are invited to discover more about the fascinating studies the monks undertook as part of their daily lives. There will be a number of […]
The Winter Markets return this year with a fabulous range of festive gifts, locally produced foodie products, delicious street food and pop-up bars. Located across Gloucester Quays and the historic docks, over 90 traders will showcase the very best craft, gifts and food from the Southwest region for you to experience and enjoy. Every weekend […]
