Raise The Bar have created a manifesto of asks called #BounceBackBetter. Gloucester BID is backing this and we’re calling on Government to: to provide a one-off ‘Bounce Back’ grant of up to £15,000 for retail, hospitality and leisure businesses in Tier 2 and Tier 3...
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Bright Nights Gloucester Returns: A Dazzling Festival of Light, Magic and Community
As the nights draw in and the city seeks warmth, wonder and connection, Bright Nights Gloucester returns with a spectacular programme of free light-based events across the Gloucester area. From illuminated landmarks to lantern processions, this year’s edition invites...
Building Futures – A Resettlement Event
February 13th 2025 10am to 1pm at GL1 NHS Gloucestershire are holding an event called Building Futures, supporting people from Ukraine & other countries who have chosen to work and live their lives in the UK. They have invited over 300 people, many of whom are...
Business Community Given Rare Chance to Own Unique Local Art!
Gloucester Business Improvement District is inviting the Gloucestershire business community to a rare, and exciting, opportunity to obtain one of twelve unique and vibrant sculptures and be the envy of their peers in their upcoming auction! Standing at 6ft tall, the...
Business Grants for Lockdown 2.0
To be eligible for the Local Restrictions Support Grant, your business rated property must be in the Gloucester City Council area and fall under one of the categories on the government’s list of businesses forced to close. Please note that if the majority of your...
Business in Focus – Joules at Gloucester Quays
If you are looking for a brand that embodies the British countryside, but gives a colourful, contemporary twist, look no further than Joules. It is a premium lifestyle brand that prides itself on designing items that combine eye-catching elements with a functionality...
Business in Focus – Regus
If you’re looking to find a quality space for your business in Gloucester, it’s worth a look at Regus with two great business centres in the heart of the city. You’ll find fully equipped workspaces with everything taken care of, including furniture and high-speed...
Business in Focus – Bizarre, Westgate Street
Vibrant and alternative retail outlet Bizarre, celebrates 7 years in business! Based in the heart of the Westgate Street community, you’ll find a wonderful and vibrant shop called Bizarre, who are celebrating 7 years in business this month. Women owned and women run,...
Business in Focus – Coal Kitchen
If you’re looking for an independent char-grill and bar in Gloucester, then look no further than Coal Kitchen at Gloucester Quays. Overlooking Pillar & Lucy Square, the atmosphere at the Coal Kitchen Gloucester is warm, friendly and inviting. Whatever the time of...
Business in Focus – Dough From Dough, Westgate Street
Newly named Pizza place is talk of the City! Based in the centre of the Westgate Street community, you’ll find a delicious pizza place called Dough From Dough. Newly named and rebranded, Dough From Dough is a family run, rugby crazed pizza place. Formerly known as...
Business in Focus – Gloucester & Worcester Furniture
If you’re looking to invest in some new garden furniture this spring and get it delivered quickly, take a look at the new quality range at G&W furniture in Gloucester. The long-standing family business has five different sets in the garden furniture range which...
Business in Focus – No.76 Coffee & Confectionery
Nestled along London Road leading out of Gloucester city centre and just a short stroll from Gloucester Royal Hospital, you’ll find a gorgeous coffee shop at no. 76. Operated by Gloucester Charities Trust, the coffee shop is for the community, with income generated...
Canal and River Trust has begun a two-month dredging programme at Gloucester Docks
An eight-week programme of dredging has begun at Gloucester’s historic docks, aimed at improving navigation and benefiting boaters, local businesses, and tourism. The work involves the removal of silt that entered the docks from the River Severn during the summer....
Cathedral Quarter
Learn more about Gloucester's High Street Heritage Action Zone - Cathedral Quarter, Westgate Gloucester Westgate is one of the oldest and best preserved areas of Gloucester and the main commercial route linking the cathedral to the rest of the city. One of four...
Cathedral Quarter Story Survey
Cathedral Quarter Team are after your input! Tell us a story and help inform the future of Westgate Street Go to surveymonkey.co.uk/r/CathedralQuarterStory or scan the QR code
Cathedral Quarter: A Secret Paradise for Foodies
The Cathedral Quarter in Gloucester is rapidly emerging as a culinary hotspot, boasting a diverse range of restaurants offering something for every palate. From authentic Thai flavours to sizzling Indian dishes and vibrant Caribbean cuisine, this charming street is a...
Champions of #ShopKind Campaign Announced!
Today, (19th May), new #ShopKind Champions from across the retail industry, policing community, Government and Parliament have been announced. #ShopKind Champions have been nominated to spread the message of the #ShopKind campaign; encourage positive behaviours in...
Charity Shop Campaign launched by Gloucester BID
Gloucester BID will be showcasing its charity shops in Gloucester City Centre in a month-long campaign this March. It will encourage the public to view charity shops as vital places where they can frequently shop for valuable items they would typically get from high...
Charity Super.Mkt to Open Debut Outlet Store at Gloucester Quays
Peel has announced that Charity Super.Mkt, the UK’s first-ever multi-charity shop, is set to open its next pop-up at premier southwest urban outlet Gloucester Quays. The 4,000 sq ft store will launch at the outlet on March 14th, introducing its popular ‘second-hand...
City Centre Traders Launch Final Attempt To Save Centre Trade
Traders in the city centre, who face the prospect of losing £10s millions in trade due to the controversial decision by Gloucester’s Planning Committee to grant consent to the Peel Centre expansion including a new Next store, have launched one final attempt to stop...

























