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Gloucester, a city steeped in history, offers a delightful array of antique shops that cater to collectors, decorators, and history enthusiasts alike. Among these, the Gloucester Antiques Centre and Janners Emporium stand out as must-visit destinations.

Gloucester Antiques Centre

Located at 26 Westgate Street, the Gloucester Antiques Centre is one of the UK’s largest and most established antique centers. Housed in the historic Old Judges House, it provides an ever-changing treasure trove of antiques, collectibles, and rare items. Visitors can explore a diverse selection, including jewellery, coins, stamps, art, books, toys, silver, and glassware. The center’s historic ambiance is enhanced by its thoughtfully restored building, offering outstanding views of Gloucester Cathedral. Open daily, it invites guests to discover unique pieces that make perfect presents for all occasions.

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Janners Emporium

Situated at 3 Brunswick Road, Janners Emporium operates as a flea market-style business, offering a vast array of antiques, retro, vintage, and modern furniture, collectibles, and accessories. Housing a large number of traders across three floors, it provides everything one could want from second-hand and vintage items. The emporium is known for its diverse range, including furniture, Frenchic paint, and various accessories. Its dog-friendly policy makes it a welcoming spot for all visitors.

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Exploring More Antique Treasures in Gloucester

Beyond these two notable establishments, Gloucester’s antique scene includes other gems such as Upstairs Downstairs Antiques and Westgate Gallery. Each offers a unique selection of items, ensuring that antique enthusiasts have a rich and varied experience when exploring the city’s offerings.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply looking to add a touch of history to your home, Gloucester’s antique shops provide a wealth of options to explore and enjoy.

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University’s City Campus to host showcase of business enterprise in Gloucester

by Emily | February 24, 2026 | BID, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

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! 🌟

by Emily | February 20, 2026 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Education, Events, Feature, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, Public Bodies, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | February 20, 2026 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Feature, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, Public Bodies | 0 Comments

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...

Gloucester BID is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Volunteer Coordinator & Welcome to Gloucester Ambassador

by Emily | February 12, 2026 | News | 0 Comments

Ambassador Coordinator & Welcome to Gloucester Ambassador Part-time | Fixed-term until 30 September 2027 15 hours per week Gloucester City Centre Gloucester BID is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Volunteer Coordinator & Welcome to Gloucester Ambassador...

Wear a Ribbon for Hollie – Wednesday 18th February 2026

by Emily | February 12, 2026 | BID, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Public Bodies | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | February 10, 2026 | BID, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | February 2, 2026 | BID, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

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

by Marketing | January 23, 2026 | BID, City Centre, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | January 21, 2026 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Feature, Public Bodies, Safety & Security | 0 Comments

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...

Andrew Reid Appointed as Artistic Director of the Hereford Three Choirs Festival

by Marketing | January 20, 2026 | BID, Community, News | 0 Comments

The Three Choirs Festival announces Andrew Reid as the new Artistic Director of the Hereford Three Choirs Festival, following his appointment as Hereford Cathedral’s Director of Music and Conductor of the Hereford Choral Society. Andrew succeeds Geraint Bowen, who...

Gloucester Cathedral hosts first business networking breakfast in partnership with WSP Solicitors

by Marketing | January 19, 2026 | BID, Business, City Centre, News | 0 Comments

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...

Two New Names Join the Food Dock as Gloucester’s Regeneration Continues

by Emily | January 15, 2026 | BID, Business, Business Support, Community, Events, Feature, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, News | 0 Comments

The Food Dock is set to welcome two new independent businesses to Gloucester’s much loved food and drink neighbourhood this New Year. With all but 1 of its 15 spaces now occupied, the Food Dock’s growing community continues to bring energy and opportunity and play its...

Gloucester Folk Trail Returns for 2026: A City-Wide Celebration of Folk Music, Dance, Craft and Community

by Emily | January 9, 2026 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | January 9, 2026 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Events, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

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 Folk Trail Returns for a Weekend of Music, Craft and Community

by Emily | December 29, 2025 | BID, Events, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Gloucester will come alive with music, dance and creativity as the Gloucester Folk Trail returns from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 February 2026, celebrating folk traditions old and new across the city. Organised by Gloucester BID, the Gloucester Folk Trail is a vibrant,...

Gloucester Cathedral and The King’s School invite budding child carol singers to try out to become a chorister.

by Marketing | December 22, 2025 | City Centre, Community, News | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | December 15, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Networking | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | December 15, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Networking | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | December 15, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Feature, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, News, Public Bodies | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | December 15, 2025 | BID, City Centre, Community, Public Bodies, Safety & Security | 0 Comments

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...

LVA Launches Hard-Hitting Anti Drink-Drive Campaign for Christmas 2025/26

by Emily | December 8, 2025 | BID, Business Support, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, News, Safety & Security | 0 Comments

The Licensed Venues Association (LVA) is proud to launch its Christmas 2025/26 Anti Drink-Drive Campaign, aimed at reducing alcohol- and drug-related driving incidents during the festive season. This year’s campaign features a series of impactful, hard-hitting posters...

Shining a Light on Gloucester: Celebrating the Locals Who Make Our City Sparkle

by Marketing | December 3, 2025 | BID, Business, Christmas, City Centre, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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...

Retailers Unite to Promote Kindness and Respect for Shopworkers This Christmas

by Emily | December 3, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, Public Bodies, Safety & Security | 0 Comments

As the festive season approaches, retailers across the UK are joining forces to support the national #ShopKind campaign, reminding customers that kindness matters, especially at Christmas. Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year for retail, and...

Gloucester Aims to Bring Another Guinness World Record Home with Christmas Song Marathon Challenge 🎶

by Emily | December 2, 2025 | Business, City Centre, Community | 0 Comments

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

by Marketing | December 2, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Events, News | 0 Comments

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

by Emily | December 1, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

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...

Gloucester’s finest take the spotlight at a brilliant Believe in Gloucester Awards evening

by Marketing | November 29, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Awards & Achievements, City Awards & Achievements, City Centre, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gloucester is celebrating its brightest businesses, community champions, and city heroes as the winners of the Believe in Gloucester Awards 2025 are officially revealed. Organised by Gloucester BID, the awards recognise the people and organisations that make the city...

Gloucestershire County Council launches experimental Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) for Gloucester’s gated streets

by Marketing | November 26, 2025 | BID, City Centre, News | 0 Comments

Gloucestershire County Council in partnership with Gloucester City Council and Gloucester BID is taking decisive action to improve safety and accessibility in Gloucester’s historic gated streets by launching an experimental Traffic Regulation Order (TRO). This...

The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester view progress on Gloucester Cathedral’s new organ and highlight the work of the Friends

by Emily | November 21, 2025 | Business, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Education, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Patrons of Gloucester Cathedral’s In Tune Music and Organ Campaign visited Nicholson & Co. Organ Builders in Malvern to view the progress being made on the new organ for Gloucester Cathedral. Their Royal...

Shine a Light on Local Nomination

by Emily | November 10, 2025 | News | 0 Comments

Gloucester community group nominated in national ‘giveback’ campaign

by Marketing | November 4, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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...

✨ Gloucester BID invites the community to ‘Shine a Light on Local’ this winter

by Emily | October 21, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Public Bodies, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

This winter, Gloucester BID is calling on residents to help celebrate the city’s hidden gems with its Shine a Light on Local campaign — a heartwarming initiative that spotlights the businesses, charities, and local people who make Gloucester city centre truly shine....

Networking, Coffee & Conversations at Kings Walk

by Emily | October 21, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, News, Public Bodies | 0 Comments

Join us at Proud Kings Walk 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...

Bright Nights Gloucester Returns: A Dazzling Festival of Light, Magic and Community

by Emily | October 16, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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...

Karak Chaii Joins the Foodie Passport, Bringing Authentic Flavours to Local Food Lovers

by Emily | October 15, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Events, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

We are excited to announce that Karak Chaii has officially joined the Foodie Passport! Known for its rich, slow brewed tea and street food inspired dishes, Karak Chaii brings a unique experience to food lovers looking for authentic flavours and cultural flair. Naveen...

Gloucester Says ‘Cheers’ to the 2025 Big Pub Push

by Izzy | October 13, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, Events, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gloucester’s Big Pub Push is back, bigger and better than ever, a week-long celebration of the city’s vibrant pub culture, running from October 20th – 26th 2025. This year’s campaign promises to be bigger and better, spotlighting the essential role pubs play in the...

The BIG Christmas Giveback is now live!

by Emily | October 11, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

The signs that Christmas is on its way are all around us — the lights are twinkling across Gloucester, the smell of mulled wine fills the air at the Christmas Market, and cosy winter woollies have made their grand return. And now there’s even more reason to feel...

Lions roar at auction raising £220,000 for Hospital Charity

by Emily | October 10, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Last night was a roaring success after an auction of lion sculptures raised nearly quarter of a million pounds for a new state-of-the-art cancer centre. It was a night of celebration and generosity as the sculptures from Lions at Large - The Pride of Gloucestershire...

Artists take the lead on empty shops in Gloucester

by Marketing | October 8, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Local artists are testing out ideas in partnership with supportive landlords of Gloucester’s vacant properties in a bid to revive the high street. Whilst initiatives like the recently announced High Street Rental Auctions are formulated, artists from Jolt (the city’s...

Gloucester BID Invites Businesses to Join Love Gloucester

by Emily | October 5, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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...

Gloucester Raises a Glass to Community Spirit with the Big Pub Push 2025

by Emily | October 3, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, Events, Marketing & Promotion, News, Purple Flag | 0 Comments

We are proud to announce the return of the Big Pub Push, a week-long celebration of the city’s vibrant pub culture, running from October 20th to 26th, 2025. This year’s campaign promises to be bigger and better, spotlighting the essential role pubs play in the social...

Bom-Bai Boyss Joins Gloucester’s Foodie Passport – A Flavourful New Addition to the City’s Culinary Adventure

by Izzy | October 2, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Community, Events, Highlighted Events, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

Gloucester BID is delighted to welcome Bom-Bai Boyss to the growing list of eateries participating in the Foodie Passport challenge, running until 31st October 2025. Located on Westgate Street, Bom-Bai Boyss brings the vibrant energy and bold flavours of Mumbai’s...

Autumn in Gloucester: Shopping, Socialising, and Seasonal Delights

by Emily | September 28, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, City Centre, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

As autumn sweeps across Gloucester, the city takes on a golden glow. The crisp air, rustling leaves, and rich colours of the season create the perfect backdrop for shopping, dining, and spending time with friends. Whether you’re drawn to the vibrant markets, cosy...

Just under a month to go until Poppy Fields transforms Gloucester Cathedral

by Marketing | September 26, 2025 | City Centre, Events, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Just under a month to go until Poppy Fields transforms Gloucester Cathedral into a beautiful and poignant work of art The countdown is on until Poppy Fields by Luxmuralis arrives at Gloucester Cathedral next month. The installation will transform the Cathedral’s...

Canal and River Trust has begun a two-month dredging programme at Gloucester Docks

by Emily | September 22, 2025 | Business, City Centre, News | 0 Comments

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....

🍊 ReFresh – Gloucester’s Freshest Opportunities Fair!

by Marketing | September 16, 2025 | City Centre, Community, Education, Events, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gloucester, get ready! On Saturday 20th September, King’s Square is turning into the city’s ultimate hotspot for fun, inspiration, and fresh opportunities. ReFresh is a free, one-day event made for 14 to 19-year-olds (and anyone curious about what’s out there). It’s...

📍 Gloucester City Protection Officers – April to June 2025 Update

by Emily | September 12, 2025 | BID, Business Support, City Centre, Events, Networking, Public Bodies, Safety & Security, Street Cleanliness | 0 Comments

During the second quarter of 2025, Gloucester’s City Protection Officers (CPOs) continued to deliver a strong and proactive presence across the city, supporting public safety, welfare, and crime prevention efforts. 🔹 Key Achievements: Responded to 220 Police CCTV...

🚀 Gloucester, are you ready to ReFresh?

by Emily | September 9, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, Public Bodies | 0 Comments

On Saturday 20th September (11am–3pm), Kings Square will come alive with ReFresh – an Opportunities Fair packed full of inspiration, creativity, and fun for young people aged 14–19 (and beyond!) 🎉 ✨ What’s waiting for you?🎯 9-hole crazy golf with mates🎨 “Doves of...

Finalists revealed for the 2025 Believe in Gloucester Awards

by Emily | September 5, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Awards & Achievements, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Awards & Achievements, City Centre, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Networking, Public Bodies | 0 Comments

The shortlist for the 2025 Believe in Gloucester Awards has been revealed, and the excitement is building across the city. Fifteen categories are packed with incredible finalists, each reflecting the passion, resilience and creativity Gloucester is known for. From...

Dine Out, Stamp Up, Win Big — Gloucester’s First-Ever Foodie Passport Launching Soon with Exciting New Additions

by Emily | September 5, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, City Centre, Events, Marketing & Promotion, Purple Flag, Safety & Security | 0 Comments

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...