As part of this year's Gloucester Folk Trail, which was online, we created a slideshow for various filler sections of the line up. These were made up of images supplied by a very talented, local photographer who goes by the name of ShadowedEyes on social media. They...
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...
We are seeking ALL the movers and shakers in the city across ALL genera , communities and religions who want to get involved and drive a vibrant and varied Arts scene in Gloucester, developing events and festivals of all shapes and sizes under the banner of The...
Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) continues a strong partnership with the city centre council team, focusing on maintaining and improving the cleanliness of our beloved city centre. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to creating an...
Gloucester BID is thrilled to invite local businesses to participate in an exciting new project: Love Gloucester. This initiative aims to encourage residents to explore Gloucester and shop on our city during a traditionally quieter time of year. All participating...
#GloucesterCan January Pledge is a call to action for individuals and families living in Gloucester to bring some kindness back into the communities where they live. One of the most encouraging things to witness during the first lockdown was the undeniable rise in...
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...
Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester enjoyed an afternoon of conversation and music at Gloucester Cathedral on 19 February. Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were welcomed to Gloucester Cathedral by the Very Reverend Andrew...
This weekend will be another bumper schedule for events in Gloucester. From heritage days, guest appearances and flower shows to dragon boat racing, coffee concert and Eurovision events! On Friday 12th and Saturday 13th May, the National Association of Flower...
Gloucester City Council is getting tough on begging, drinking or taking legal highs on the street as part of a new policy to cut down on anti-social behaviour. While the council will always provide support for those who are genuinely in need, action needs to be taken...
Gloucester City Safe, which enjoys a close partnership with local authorities, neighbourhood policing teams in Gloucester and Stroud, has renewed its National Standards Accreditation – recognising it has achieved the highest standards of management practices and...
Hundreds of nominations were received for Gloucester businesses in the search for the UK’s favourite local business, including a gift shop, a book shop, a bakery and a café Gloucester residents have shown their love for local in a national competition to find the UK’s...
Eastgate, Gloucester’s popular city centre shopping destination will be a focal point this winter for the launch of the city’s NEW Community Awards! The Community Awards have been developed to recognize and reward inspiring individuals who have made positive...
Gloucester Feed The Hungry has been nominated in The BIG Christmas Giveback which aims to give back to local heroes, with £1500 in Gloucester Gift Cards as a possible prize. A Gloucester community interest group (CIC) that operates a community café providing up to...
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...
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...
Gloucester Folk Trail is set to return - with a difference - this week! The three-day festival has become a mainstay in the city’s calendar in recent years with various venues hosting acts from around the country. But because of the restrictions still in place due to...
Gloucester will turn red, white and blue to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort in May. The city will be dressed in Union Jack flags and bunting over the Coronation weekend with Kings Square lit up in the three colours of...
The poll with over 370 mums for the Gloucester Gift Card has revealed some of the key challenges faced by mums, from ‘mum guilt’ to worry and limited time. 77% of mums feel guilty about spending money on themselves. A new Mother’s Day campaign from Gloucester BID,...
Sales of the Gloucester Gift Card have seen an uplift with shoppers’ keen to support local city centre businesses. New figures reveal that over £40,000 worth of cards were bought in 2024, with spending of the cards also up. With the New Year sales on – now is also a...
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