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SUMMARY:Sunset Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Gloucester Food Dock welcomes you to help them celebrate the Sounds of Summer\, with bustling kitchens\, clinking glasses and the incredible vocals of rising local talent. \nEvery Thursday evening\, enjoy a ‘Sunset Session’ of live music on the Food Dock Deck. \nIn partnership with The Music Works\, each Thursday they’ll welcome a new local artist. With soulful sets from singer-songwriter Libby\, a fusion of R&B\, mellow rap and poetic soul from Merce Jade\, a blend of indie-folk warmth and alt-rock from Jodie-O and more local talent emerging from the region. \nFree to enjoy | 7pm to 8.30pm \nFind out more – https://gloucesterfooddock.co.uk/event/
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/sunset-sessions/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Gloucester Food Dock\, 23 Commercial Road\, The Docks\, Gloucester\, GL1 2EP
CATEGORIES:Events,Music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260803T120000
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SUMMARY:BiG Gloucester Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly BiG Gloucester Clean Up! ♻️ \nTidying up Gloucester one street at a time to make it more attractive to live\, work and visit. \nBring your gloves and tools\, and keep an eye on our socials for the exact location each month\, where we’ll be picking up litter\, cleaning off graffiti\, removing posters/stickers and weeding planters/green spaces. \nNew volunteers are always welcome! Email us for further details to ma*******@***************rg.uk 💚
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/big-gloucester-clean-up-2/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260724T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260224T231910Z
CREATED:20260224T231643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T231910Z
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SUMMARY:Gloucester Rhythm & Blues Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Music-lovers in Gloucestershire are in luck\, the Gloucester Rhythm and Blues Festival is back in the city for 2026! \nFollow the festival Facebook page for the latest news and updates.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-rhythm-blues-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260529T113000
DTSTAMP:20260513T092959Z
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SUMMARY:Connections Over Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a morning of networking\, mingling\, and making new connections over a cup of coffee! \n\n\n\n\nJoin us at Quayside Wealth Management in Pillar and Lucy House for a relaxed morning of networking\, fresh coffee\, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re looking to grow your network\, spark new collaborations\, or simply enjoy great conversation with like-minded professionals\, this is the perfect space to do it. \nExpect a warm welcome\, a chance to meet new faces\, and plenty of opportunities to share ideas in a friendly and informal setting. Come for the coffee\, leave with new connections! \nFREE for Gloucester BID members and £7.00 for non-members.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/connections-over-coffee-2/
LOCATION:Quayside Wealth Management\, Pillar and Lucy House Merchants Road\, Gloucester\, GL2 5RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260519T140830Z
CREATED:20260519T140512Z
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SUMMARY:Cheese & Cider Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the very best of Gloucestershire’s food heritage and rural traditions at the beautiful Llanthony Secunda Priory. \n\n\n\n\n\nSet within the stunning historic grounds of the Priory\, this family-friendly open day brings together local producers\, traditional entertainment\, and hands-on activities for all ages. \nWhat to Expect \n\nMorris dancing performances\nA fun and interactive Children’s Trail\, £2.50 per trail (includes a prize!)\nOur Mini Cheese Rolling Event – a light-hearted tribute to Gloucestershire’s famous custom\nCreative children’s craft workshops inspired by local heritage\n\nWe’re delighted to welcome outstanding local producers\, including: \n\nRoss on Wye Cider & Perry Company\, sharing their passion and expertise in traditional cider and perry making\nBath Soft Cheese Co. offering award-winning artisan cheeses\n\nThis is a wonderful opportunity to meet the makers\, sample local produce\, and hear the stories behind their craft. \nDiscover the Priory \nGuided tours will take place at 11am and 2pm\, offering visitors the chance to explore the historic buildings and uncover the fascinating history of this remarkable site. Guided Tour tickets cost £8 per person\, find out more here. \nAdmission \nEntry is free\, with donations warmly welcomed to support the ongoing care and conservation of these extraordinary historic buildings. \nJoin us for a day of food\, history\, and family fun in a truly unique setting!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/cheese-cider-open-day/
LOCATION:Llanthony Secunda Priory\, llanthony secunda priory\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL2 5QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Drink,Events,Food
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UID:299334-1774868400-1774879200@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester Spring Clean
DESCRIPTION:Gloucester Spring Clean is here!\n\nJoin us for a chance to come together as a community and give our city the clean up it deserves.\n\nFrom picking up litter to brightening up shared spaces\, every small action makes a big difference. Whether you’re a resident\, student\, or local worker\, this is your moment to take pride in Gloucester and help it shine this spring\n\n Get involved Meet new people Make a positive impact\n\nLet’s roll up our sleeves and show some love to the place we call home \n\n📍 Meet outside Gloucester Guildhall\, Eastgate Street (you’ll be allocated a team and location) 11am (until 2pm)
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-spring-clean/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T110000
DTSTAMP:20260119T125834Z
CREATED:20260119T125834Z
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UID:298694-1772701200-1772708400@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Networking Breakfast at Gloucester Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Begin 2026 by connecting with fellow professionals in the inspiring surroundings of Gloucester Cathedral. \nGloucester Cathedral is partnering with WSP Solicitors to host our first Networking Breakfast\, bringing together professionals from across the region for a relaxed and engaging morning of conversation. \nGuests will be welcomed by The Very Reverend Andrew Zihni\, The Dean of Gloucester and hear from Antony Feltham King\, architect for the Cathedral’s Cloister Project\, who will provide an update on this important programme of work. \nTickets cost £10.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/networking-breakfast-at-gloucester-cathedral/
LOCATION:Chapter House\, 12 College Green\, Gloucester\, GL1 2LX
CATEGORIES:Events,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260203T132916Z
CREATED:20260203T100921Z
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UID:298975-1770462000-1770476400@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Love Gloucester: Heart Craft Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young crafters \n\nJoin us on 7th February\, 11am–3pm at The Folk of Gloucester for a fun\, hands-on heart-themed craft session perfect for getting creative and spreading the love.\n\n Drop in 11am-3pm The Folk of Gloucester £ Donations to The Folk are warmly welcomed\n\nBring your imagination\, your little makers\, and come make something lovely together! All materials are provided.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/love-gloucester-heart-craft-session/
LOCATION:The Folk of Gloucester\, 99-103 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Craft,Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T233000
DTSTAMP:20260121T151605Z
CREATED:20260120T163434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T151605Z
UID:298727-1769767200-1769815800@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Connections Over Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a morning of networking\, mingling\, and making new connections over a cup of coffee! ☕ \n\nJoin us at Patch\, the latest tenant in The Forum\, for a relaxed morning of networking\, fresh coffee\, and meaningful connections. Whether you’re looking to grow your network\, spark new collaborations\, or simply enjoy great conversation with like-minded professionals\, this is the perfect space to do it. \nExpect a warm welcome\, a chance to meet new faces\, and plenty of opportunities to share ideas in a friendly and informal setting. Come for the coffee\, leave with new connections!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/connections-over-coffee/
LOCATION:Patch\, The Forum\, 5-7 Cathedral Walk\, Gloucester\, GL1 1DF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260121T165513Z
CREATED:20260121T165513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T165513Z
UID:298746-1769245200-1769259600@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucestershire Academy of Music - Junior Department Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a music-packed Saturday morning at Barbican House\, where families are invited to come and explore our Junior Department classes in action.\n\nThis open day is a fantastic opportunity to:\nWatch our Saturday classes taking place\nMeet our friendly\, expert tutors\nHave a go at making music\nTry out an instrument before committing\n\nWe’ll have brass\, string and wind instruments available\, as well as pre-school music sessions — truly something for children of all ages and stages.\nThinking of trying an instrument but not sure if it’s for you? We’ll also be running a number of “Try an Instrument” sessions with our fantastic tutors. (Instruments and timings to be confirmed.)\n\nIf you already play and would like to join in\, feel free to bring your instrument along.\n\nCome and see what all the noise is about! 
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucestershire-academy-of-music-junior-department-open-day/
LOCATION:Gloucestershire Academy of Music\, Barbican House\, Gloucester\, GL1 2JF
CATEGORIES:Events,Family,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260120T150316Z
CREATED:20260120T150316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T150316Z
UID:298709-1768644000-1768665600@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Apple Tree Wassail
DESCRIPTION:Welcome in the new year with our traditional folk ceremony! Become part of a centuries-old custom as we bless the apple trees in the Folk of Gloucester garden to bring in a year of good health\, good luck and fruitful harvests. \nOur 500-year-old historic building is hosting a day of live music\, Morris dancing and community celebration. Enjoy delicious food and drink in our cafe and bar\, kids’ craft activities\, stalls and demonstrations\, and of course excellent craft cider! \nSchedule:\n11am – music and song session in the Ed Shed\n12pm – Morris dancing in the courtyard\n12:30pm – Morris dancing at the Cross (Gloucester city centre)\n2pm – Morris dancing in the courtyard\n2:30pm – procession followed by Wassail ceremony with speech\, music\, singing and a firing cannon!\n4pm – close \nAdults: suggested donation £4 on the door (children free). All proceeds go towards the upkeep of our historic building.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/apple-tree-wassail/
LOCATION:The Folk of Gloucester\, 99-103 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Family,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T223000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T101739Z
UID:288598-1765224000-1765233000@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Ghosts and Giggles Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Held every Monday\, Wednesday and Saturday night at 8pm\, we go on a historical and paranormal tour of Gloucester. \nTaking in Westgate Street\, Southgate Street and Northgate Street\, we delve into the history and paranormal surrounding some of the historic buildings.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/ghosts-and-giggles-haunted-tours/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Talks/Educational,Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250907T150000
DTSTAMP:20250904T155936Z
CREATED:20250904T155658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T155936Z
UID:297293-1757156400-1757257200@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Cathedral Quarter Pop-Up Create & Make
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for our free monthly pop-up create and make sessions. \nThis month\, September\, we will be making Gloucester Day inspired crafts in celebration of this wonderful day\, which sees activities across the city centre. \nNo need to book\, just drop-in and have fun! \nVenue: 49 Westgate Street\, Quedgeley\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2NW \nOpening times:\nSaturday – 11am to 3pm\nSunday – 11am to 3pm
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/cathedral-quarter-pop-up-create-make-2/
LOCATION:49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, 49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester
CATEGORIES:Craft,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T220000
DTSTAMP:20250905T081454Z
CREATED:20250905T081454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T081454Z
UID:297436-1757152800-1758492000@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester History Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Kicking off with Gloucester Day on Saturday 6 September\, the packed Autumn programme of 150 talks\, exhibitions\, tours and performances is taking place all over Gloucester. Blackfriars Priory hosts the final week of festivities from Saturday 13 to Sunday 21 September\, with talks\, and free exhibitions and entertainment every day in the newly restored Scriptorium Buttery. \nFrank Skinner\, Alice Roberts\, Celia Imrie\, Alan Johnson\, Lyse Doucet\, David Olusoga\, Olivette Otele\, Jeremy Hunt\, Michael Heseltine\, Greg Jenner\, Vince Cable and Peter Frankopan are just some of the top historians\, actors\, broadcasters and authors joining us at this year’s Autumn festival!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-history-festival-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Exhibition/Show,Fairs,Family,Talks/Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gloucester History Festival":MAILTO:admin@gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T180000
DTSTAMP:20250904T162836Z
CREATED:20250904T162708Z
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UID:297432-1757151900-1757181600@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Originally established to celebrate the lifting of The Siege of Gloucester in 1643\, Gloucester Day has grown into a citywide celebration of civic pride. \nCome and celebrate the very best of Gloucester with a fun-filled day for all ages. Explore a wide variety of stalls\, enjoy live performances\, and experience the lively Mock Mayor Parade at 11am\, followed by the grand Gloucester Day Parade at 2pm\, proudly led by the Mayor and Sheriff of Gloucester. \nEnjoy a vibrant atmosphere with music\, street entertainment\, and a dramatic Civil War Musketry finale at 4pm at The Folk of Gloucester. \nStalls are open from 9.45am to 4.30pm in Gloucester city centre. Between parades\, reenactors will be gathering at The Folk of Gloucester where there will be children’s craft activities\, Civil War exhibits and displays\, and live historical music from The Bristol Waites throughout the day.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-day-2025/
LOCATION:The Folk of Gloucester\, 99-103 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Entertainment,Events,Exhibition/Show,Market,Shopping,Talks/Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T150000
DTSTAMP:20250629T173430Z
CREATED:20250629T173113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T173430Z
UID:296749-1751709600-1751814000@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Cathedral Quarter Pop-Up Create & Make
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for our free monthly pop-up create and make sessions. \nThis month\, July\, we will be making Lion inspired creations\, ahead of the Lions At Large Trail\, which will be unveiled in a few weeks across Gloucester and Cheltenham. \nNo need to book\, just drop-in and have fun! \nVenue: 49 Westgate Street\, Quedgeley\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2NW \nOpening times:\nSaturday – 10am to 4pm\nSunday – 11am to 3pm
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/cathedral-quarter-pop-up-create-make/
LOCATION:49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, 49 Westgate Street\, Gloucester
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250630T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250713T160000
DTSTAMP:20250630T092233Z
CREATED:20250629T193349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T092233Z
UID:296758-1751274000-1752422400@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:The Great Gift Card Giveaway 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Great Gift Card Giveaway is back!\n\n\n\n\nWould you like to win a Gloucester Gift Card as a reward for shopping local? \n\nBetween 30th June and 13th July\, a selection of businesses who are part of the Gloucester Gift Card will be handing out small cards to their customers featuring a QR code linking to an online game which will reveal if the customer has won a Gloucester Gift Card or a discount off a Gloucester Gift Card.\n\nThere will be £350 in Gloucester Gift Cards and discounts given away during the campaign.\n\n\n\nParticipating businesses:\n💝 The Body Shop\, Eastgate Street\n💝 Brewhouse & Kitchen\, Gloucester Quays\n💝 Chez Rose\, bottom of Westgate Street\n💝 The Entertainer\, King’s Walk\n💝 The Fountain Inn\, Westgate Street\n\n💝 Miju Wools\, Cathedral Street\n💝 Norville Opticians\, Eastgate Street\n💝 Spago\, Bakers Quay\n💝 VRXPERIENCE\, Southgate Street\n\n\n\nMore businesses will be added throughout the event
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-great-gift-card-giveaway-2025/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250630T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T170000
DTSTAMP:20250629T180409Z
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UID:296753-1751270400-1751821200@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:ShopKind Week 2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLed by the Home Office and supported by major retailers and local organisations\, ShopKind aims to tackle the rising issue of abuse and violence against retail staff – promoting a safer and more respectful shopping environment for all. \nRetail staff across the UK continue to report concerning levels of abuse\, with many facing verbal threats or worse while simply doing their jobs.ind \nThroughout ShopKind Week\, Gloucester BID\, Gloucester City Safe and Gloucestershire Constabulary will be working with local businesses to display campaign materials\, raise awareness\, and remind shoppers that a little kindness can make a big difference. \nShopKind Week is a timely opportunity to say thank you and stand in solidarity with those on the front lines of our local high streets. \nHow You Can Get Involved: \n– Visit participating Gloucester shops and thank staff for their hard work \n– Share messages of support online using #ShopKind \n– Encourage respectful and positive behaviour while shopping \nFor more information\, visit https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/shop-kind/
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/shopkind-week-2025/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events,Shopping,Talks/Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250409T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250409T123000
DTSTAMP:20250312T162853Z
CREATED:20250312T162853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T162853Z
UID:295040-1744196400-1744201800@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester Retailers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Calling all retailers in Gloucester City Centre… \nWe would like to invite you to our quarterly Gloucester Retailers Meeting to discuss issues\, raise concerns and support where we can. \nIf needed\, Gloucester BID will take these issues and continue the discussion with various partners in the city\, such as Gloucester Constabulary and Gloucester City Council. \nThe meetings are free for BID members to attend and £5 for non-members.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-retailers-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Primark\, 33-39 Eastgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 1SS
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250407T120000
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UID:295044-1744020000-1744027200@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:BIG Gloucester Clean Up - April
DESCRIPTION:The BIG Gloucester Clean Up is an initiative by Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID). Together with a team of volunteers\, they meet monthly to clean up the streets of Gloucester to make it more inviting to work\, and visit. \nThey meet on the first Monday of the month\, between 10am to 12pm to litter pick\, weed and clean off graffiti from windows – an all-round tidy up. They concentrate on a different street each month. This month we are meeting… \n📅 Monday\, 7th April 2025 \n📍 Hare Lane South\, Car Park \n⏰ 10am to 12pm \nThe more the merrier! If you would like to join them\, please message ma*******@***************rg.uk for more information.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/big-gloucester-clean-up-april/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250314T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T170000
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UID:295016-1741939200-1742749200@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:English Tourism Week
DESCRIPTION:VisitEngland is proud to lead English Tourism Week (14-23 March 2025) celebrating our diverse\, exciting and vibrant sector\, and highlighting the quality and value of the English tourism offer. \nEnglish tourism supports 200\,000 SME businesses\, employs 2.6 million people and generates about £71.6 billion annually for the economy in domestic visitor spending. \nEnglish Tourism Week forms part of VisitEngland’s mission to champion the sector through political engagement nationally\, regionally and locally – demonstrating to political decision-makers the importance of tourism in England and their local area. \nGloucester plays host to a number of wonderful tourist attractions\, including: \n\nGloucester Cathedral\nMuseum of Gloucester\nBlackfriars Priory\nThe Folk of Gloucester\nSoldiers of Gloucestershire Museum\nNational Waterways Museum\nLlanthony Secunda Priory\n\nWhat will you come and see?
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/english-tourism-week/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T163000
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UID:294973-1741523400-1741537800@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:The Ultimate Bubble Show
DESCRIPTION:Ray Bubbles\, an International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble!  \nThis show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises\, as Ray uses various different methods to craft stunning bubble sculptures\, effects\, and magical displays. Prepare to be amazed as Ray creates a volcano bubble\, a soap bubble carousel\, a bubble ghost\, and even a tornado inside a bubble! \nJoin Ray\, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder\, and help him in his quest to complete the bubble game and make the ultimate bubble. This is a fast paced show full of high energy and surprises as Ray uses various different gases to create incredible bubble sculptures\, effects and magical displays. \nThe show was inspired by Ray’s work with SEND schools\, adult neurodivergent groups\, and science centres across Europe. The performance is suitable for children and adults with additional needs. uildhaSunday 9 Mar 2025 \n\n\n\n12.30pm\n2.30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Adult £9\, Child £5\, Family £22.50\nTime: 12.30 – 1.30pm and 2.30 – 3.30pm\nUnreserved seating\nPerfect for all ages!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-ultimate-bubble-show/
LOCATION:Gloucester Guildhall\, 23 Eastgate Street\, Glooucester\, GL1 1NS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T160000
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UID:294969-1741435200-1741449600@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:International Women’s Day 2025 – A Celebration of Strength\, Legacy & Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Arts Diverse-City invites you to a powerful gathering honouring the history\, resilience\, and identity of women. Rooted in Gloucester’s rich heritage\, this event explores the deep connections between HAIR – a symbol of power\, belonging\, and legacy – and the personal journeys that shape us. \n  \nWhat to Expect: \n• Poetry & Spoken Word: A platform for voices to echo history\, identity\, and cultural strength. \n• Exhibition & Installations: Artistic expressions symbolising the significance of HAIR in shaping personal and collective narratives. \n• Panel Discussion: Poets\, artists\, and cultural leaders explore the themes of belonging\, home\, and heritage. \n• Community Conversations: An inclusive space to reflect\, connect\, and share lived experiences. \n\nEvent Schedule:  \n• 12:00 PM – Doors Open | Welcome & Networking \n• 12:30 PM – Opening Remarks & Exhibition Introduction \n• 1:00 PM – Tour and discussion about the Exhibition \n• 2:30 PM – Open MIC Discussion: Belonging\, Home & Hair \n• 3:00 PM – Interactive Discussion & Audience Reflections \n• 3:30 PM – Closing Performances & Final Words \n• 4:00 PM – Event Ends with thanks
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/international-womens-day-2025-a-celebration-of-strength-legacy-belonging/
LOCATION:Museum Of Gloucester\, Brunswick Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibition/Show,Talks/Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T140000
DTSTAMP:20250303T172950Z
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UID:294947-1741431600-1741442400@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Mighty Women from History and Science - Puppet and craft activity session
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of International Women’s Day and British Science Week\, we are inviting families to meet some of our greatest female trailblazers and heroines in puppet form! Let science communicator Sarah Snell-Pym introduce you to science pioneers Ada Lovelace\, Mary Anning and Mary Leakey; hero nurses Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole; and Gloucester’s great queen Aethelfled.\n\nAlongside this\, kids can get hands-on with crafts and activities related to the life and work of these historical figures\, including fossil hunting\, snap circuits and cabbage chemistry!\n\nThis drop-in event is suitable for children aged 4 and above accompanied by an adult. Entry is free with a suggested donation of £2 per person to support the upkeep of our historic building.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/mighty-women-from-history-and-science-puppet-and-craft-activity-session/
LOCATION:The Folk of Gloucester\, 99-103 Westgate Street\, Gloucester\, Gloucestershire\, GL1 2PG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Craft,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Talks/Educational,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250308T170000
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UID:294940-1741431600-1741453200@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:International Women’s Day Social Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE community event celebrating International Women’s Day! This is a space for women-owned businesses\, creatives\, and the wider community to connect\, share\, and inspire each other.\n\n Date: Saturday\, 8th March 2025\n Time: 11 AM – 5 PM\n Location: Floodplains Shop\, Eastgate Shopping Centre\, Gloucester\n\n💜 All ages welcome\n\n\n\nWhat’s on?\n Networking for female-led businesses\n Live music & poetry open mic\n Tea party – enjoy a variety of herbal brews\n Book swap – bring a book\, take a book!\n Clothes & accessories swap/upcycling – give pre-loved items a new life\n Creative workshops and skill sharing – group collage\, painting\, knitting\, and crochet\n\n\n\nThis event is all about empowering women’s voices in Gloucester and shaping a future that represents all people loudly and proudly!\n\n\n\n Whether you’re a maker\, an entrepreneur\, or just looking for an inspiring day out – this event is for you!\n\n\n\nThe theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 is “Accelerate Action”\, emphasizing the urgency of advancing gender equality. This theme calls for swift and decisive measures to address systemic barriers and biases that hinder women’s progress in both personal and professional spheres.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/international-womens-day-social-event/
LOCATION:Eastgate Shopping Centre
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Craft,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family,Networking,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250227T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T200000
DTSTAMP:20250228T190005Z
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UID:294919-1740664800-1741204800@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:The Whilers
DESCRIPTION:The Whilers are otherworldly creatures on a journey into the unknown. They use nonverbal sounds and language to communicate with one another and make new friends. They sing\, chatter\, and happily stay a while somewhere new. \nAir Giants’ is a Bristol-based team coming from diverse backgrounds with experience in theatre design\, software development and access and inclusion. Their work is centred around connection and companionship\, and their pneumatically-controlled robotic creations\, made using cutting-edge robotics research\, are emotionally expressive to better connect with audiences. \nOpening times:\n\n\nThursday 27th February: 2pm – 9pm \n\n\nFriday 28th February: 11am – 9pm  \n\n\nSaturday 1st March: 11am – 9pm \n\n\nSunday 2nd March: 11am – 8pm  \n\n\nMonday 3rd March: 12pm – 8pm  \n\n\nTuesday 4th March: 12pm – 8pm  \n\n\nWednesday 5th March: 12pm – 8pm
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/the-whilers/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Activities,Community,Events,Exhibition/Show,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T160000
DTSTAMP:20241209T132235Z
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UID:293753-1734184800-1734192000@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create your own holiday magic at our wreath-making workshop! \nJoin us for a festive afternoon of creativity at our sustainable wreath-making workshop! Craft a unique wreath using foraged materials and expert guidance. Add your personal touch with seasonal accents\, and create a beautiful\, eco-friendly piece for your home or as a handmade gift. \nThis workshop is perfect for adults and young people over 16\, as we’ll be working with wire\, spiky plants\, and lots of cutting. Tickets are limited—don’t leaf it too late\, grab yours today!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/wreath-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Museum Of Gloucester\, Brunswick Road\, Gloucester\, GL1 1TH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T110000
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UID:292291-1734170400-1734174000@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester Santa Fun Run 2024
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \nCome and take part in Gloucester’s very own Santa Fun Run and help some very worthwhile charities.
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucester-santa-fun-run-2024/
LOCATION:Kings Square
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Events,Running
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241207T170000
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UID:293484-1733565600-1733590800@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Indie Pop-Up Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday 7th December across King’s Walk Shopping Centre and Eastgate Shopping Centre\, where we are hosting an Indie Pop-Up Market! \nPerfect place to find:\n💚 Independent businesses\n💚 Local makers\n💚 Local creators\n💚 Bakers\n💚 Artists \nDate: Saturday 7th December \nTimes: 10am to 5pm \nLocations: King’s Walk Shopping Centre and Eastgate Shopping Centre \n💛 Inside Stalls \n💛 Entertainment and art workshops \n💛 Find your special gifts this winter here \nTRADERS INFORMATION \nStalls costs £45+VAT – you can apply here. \nFor all traders that invite a fellow trader\, you will get £10 off your fee and theirs! Simply tell us who your stall buddy is!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/indie-pop-up-market/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Craft,Events,Family,Food,Market,Shopping,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241130T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250112T160000
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UID:293473-1732953600-1736697600@www.gloucesterbid.uk
SUMMARY:Gloucester Gingerbread Trail
DESCRIPTION:Ten members of the Gingerbread Family have run off around Gloucester! Can you help us find them all?\nEach of the characters have a name. \nTo enter\, pick up a trail map at one of the listed venues\, find the characters\, take note of their names and fill in the form. \n\nBy Charlie B & Co\nNationwide Building Society\nHolland & Barrett\nLondon Camera Exchange\nTopoly’s\nGlos Bike Project\nJanes Pantry\nTK Maxx\nAndrews\nPrimark\n\nWhilst you’re going around\, why not take a picture at one of our two Selfie Stations – Eastgate Shopping Centre & King’s Walk Shopping Centre. \nPost your entry form in the post box in The Body Shop\, Eastgate Street. \nFind all ten of the Gingerbread family members\, complete the entry form and pop it in the post box in The Body Shop\, Eastgate Street\, to be in with a chance of winning one of 3 x £50 Gloucester gift card!
URL:https://www.gloucesterbid.uk/event/gloucesters-gingerbread-trail/
LOCATION:Various venues across Gloucester City
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Community,Events,Family,Trail
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