Gloucester Business Improvement District is thrilled to announce the launch of the Foodie Passport Challenge, a brand-new initiative inviting locals and visitors to explore Gloucester’s vibrant dining scene. Running from 15th September to 31st October 2025, the challenge encourages diners to eat out after 5 pm, collect stamps from participating venues, and enter to win one many fantastic prizes.
Food lovers can look forward to sampling dishes from some of Gloucester’s best-loved restaurants, including Aroma, Dr Foster, The Fountain Inn, Spago, Cafe Rene, Island Bites, Coal Kitchen, Topoly’s and now, the challenge is even bigger with three exciting newcomers.
Chuck Burger, Elote Tacos and Kinn Kinn, based in Gloucester Food Dock, are now also destinations to add to your Foodie Passport itinerary.
This week we can unveil some of the super prizes, participants who complete their Foodie Passport will be entered into a prize draw, to win vouchers, meals out and experiences at places such as Aroma, Spago, The Fountain Inn and VRXperience.
Alongside the chance to win one of four Gloucester Gift Cards worth up to £250, diners can look forward to meals, nights out, and unique experiences.
How It Works
Pick Up Your Passport at any participating restaurant on 15th September.
Dine Out After 5 pm to receive a stamp.
Collect 6 Stamps to complete the passport.
Win Prizes — submit your completed passport for the prize draw.
Dr Foster owners Dorian and Edwin Kirk say, “We’re really excited to be part of the Gloucester Foodie Passport this year. It’s a fantastic way to showcase the amazing food and drink Gloucester has to offer…”
Topoly’s owners Roya Heravi and Leila Heravi add, “We can’t wait for all of this to unfold… and we’re glad to be a part of it.”
Emily Gibbon, Manager at Gloucester BID, explains, “We wanted to spice things up in the city and give people a reason to explore after 5 pm. The Foodie Passport is a fun, feel-good way to support local restaurants and enjoy great nights out along the way.”
With its exciting line-up and fantastic prizes, the Foodie Passport Challenge is set to make dining out in Gloucester this autumn a delicious adventure.
