CITY CENTRE NEWS
University’s City Campus to host showcase of business enterprise in Gloucester
University of Gloucestershire’s City Campus is hosting a showcase of the city’s budding entrepreneurs and young business owners who have made the shortlist for an exciting business support initiative in partnership with Gloucester City Council. Being held on Monday,...
🌟 Gloucester Businesses – Let’s Support Our Welcome to Gloucester Ambassadors! 🌟
Our Welcome to Gloucester Ambassador Volunteers will be landing in Gloucester this year! They will be the friendly faces that greet visitors, share local knowledge, and help showcase everything that makes Gloucester such a vibrant and historic city. From directing...
Gloucester Launches “Welcome to Gloucester Ambassadors” Volunteer Initiative
A new volunteer initiative is set to bring an even warmer welcome to the city as Welcome to Gloucester Ambassadors launches this year, led by Gloucester BID and local stakeholders. The programme will see a team of friendly, knowledgeable volunteers positioned across...
Wear a Ribbon for Hollie – Wednesday 18th February 2026
Next Wednesday 18th February 2026 at exactly 6:51pm marks 12 years since Hollie was taken too soon. Please join us in remembering Hollie. Gloucester City Safe and Gloucester BID are providing "Purple Ribbons" and encouraging City Centre businesses to allow staff to...
Community heart art installation unveiled at Eastgate Shopping Centre for Love Gloucester month
A vibrant new community art installation has been unveiled at Eastgate Shopping Centre, celebrating creativity, connection and community spirit as part of Love Gloucester month. The striking installation is made up of over 600 beautifully handcrafted hearts,...
Gloucester Folk Trail 2026: Driving footfall, collaboration and cultural value across Gloucester City Centre
The Gloucester Folk Trail returns in 2026 as a flagship city-centre cultural event, bringing together local businesses, venues, artists and audiences for a multi-day celebration of folk music, dance and heritage across Gloucester. Delivered by Gloucester Business...
Love Gloucester Trail Spreads the Love Across the City Centre This February
Residents and visitors of Gloucester are invited to celebrate love, community and local businesses this February with the launch of the Love Gloucester Trail, running throughout the entire month as a part of Gloucester BID’s ‘Love Gloucester’ campaign. The Love...
A Year in Action: Gloucester City Protection Officers 2025 Impact Report
The Gloucester City Protection Officers (CPOs), funded by Gloucester BID, Gloucester City Council, and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Gloucestershire, have once again delivered a year of visible, proactive and impactful support across the city...
Gloucester Cathedral hosts first business networking breakfast in partnership with WSP Solicitors
Gloucester Cathedral is hosting its first-ever business networking event in partnership with the Cathedral’s corporate partner WSP Solicitors, bringing together local professionals for a relaxed and engaging morning in one of the city’s most beautiful and inspiring...
Gloucester Folk Trail Returns for 2026: A City-Wide Celebration of Folk Music, Dance, Craft and Community
The much-loved Gloucester Folk Trail returns for 2026, promising three days of vibrant folk music, dance, hands-on workshops, performances and community spirit across the heart of the city from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 February 2026. Organised by Gloucester Business...
Introducing the Love Gloucester Campaign Toolkit for Businesses
Gloucester is a city full of character – from its independent shops and cafés to its rich heritage, creative culture and strong sense of community. That’s why we’re proud to introduce the Love Gloucester Campaign Toolkit for Businesses: a simple, practical resource...
Gloucester Cathedral and The King’s School invite budding child carol singers to try out to become a chorister.
It is the time of year to sing! Children all around Gloucestershire are bringing joy to churches, school halls, carol services, retirement homes and doorsteps singing carols. If you know a child who would jump at the opportunity to sing in the Gloucester Cathedral...
Love Gloucester Month 2026: A Taste of the City for Eateries & Leisure Venues
February 2026 is your chance to serve up something special. Love Gloucester month celebrates the city’s vibrant food, drink, and leisure scene — and Gloucester’s cafés, restaurants, pubs, bars, and leisure venues are essential to creating the atmosphere that brings...
Love Gloucester Month 2026: An Invitation to Cultural & Heritage Venues
February 2026 offers a special opportunity for Gloucester’s cultural and heritage venues to take centre stage. Love Gloucester month is a city-wide celebration of pride, place, and community — and the city’s museums, historic sites, theatres, and cultural...
Love Gloucester Month 2026: Why Your Business Should Get Involved This February
February is a month synonymous with love and, in 2026, it’s also a chance for businesses to show their love for Gloucester. Love Gloucester Month is a city-wide celebration that brings together local businesses, residents, and visitors to champion everything that...
City Protection Officers November 2025 Update
City Protection Officers (CPOs) remained highly active throughout November 2025, supporting public safety, protecting local businesses and assisting vulnerable individuals across the city centre. During the month, CPOs attended 79 police CCTV incidents, carried out...
Shining a Light on Gloucester: Celebrating the Locals Who Make Our City Sparkle
The ‘Shine a Light on Local’ campaign, running throughout December, is a heart-warming initiative that spotlights the businesses, charities, and local people who make Gloucester city centre truly shine. This month, Gloucester BID are shining a light on local...
Gloucester Aims to Bring Another Guinness World Record Home with Christmas Song Marathon Challenge 🎶
We need you to join the city’s bold bid to make festive history this December. Gloucester is no stranger to making headlines and this December, the city is tuning up for another historic moment. Dave Purchase, aka “Mr Toasty”, will lead a 40+ hour non-stop Christmas...
Gloucester BID Brings Festive Fun to Westgate Street for Small Business Saturday
Gloucester is set to come alive on Small Business Saturday, as Gloucester BID hosts a festive celebration designed to draw families, shoppers and visitors into the heart of the city. The Festive Fun event will “activate” Westgate Street with a Christmas Create &...
Artists Announce a Series of Festive Late-Evening Shopping Thursdays This December
Shoppers are invited to enjoy a special series of late-evening shopping every Thursday throughout December, as the city extends its festive welcome with independent retailers and creative studios staying open later in the run-up to Christmas. To make the experience...
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