Folk at The Folk is back in 2023, 12 hours of action packed Folk Music, Morris Dancing and Workshops. Come all ye! We have a day full of music, dance, workshops, talks and sing arounds. On the 16th of September 2023 we are offering you over 25 different song, music...
The Folk of Gloucester, the community, events and exhibition space is holding a folk festival on the 16th of September. The “Folk at the Folk” festival is bringing together over 25 different song, music and dance acts from around the county and beyond. There will also...
JACK IN THE GREEN The Revival of an Old May Day Tradition In 2015 an attempt was made to revive one of England’s oldest folk customs. Some say The Jack in the Green dates back to pagan times, no-one knows for sure. What is certain was that this colourful custom...
Gloucester Park Forum welcome you to celebrate a season of change with dance, comedy, storytelling, drumming and fire performers. Enjoy a hot dog with friends whilst roasting marshmallows on the fire pits. A free evening for families to gather by the fire. The event...
Westgate Street, part of 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,...
Recently vacated premises on Westgate Street, Hubble Bubble Café, has been transformed into a wonderful Christmas wonderland. With permission from the owners of the building, Gloucester BID organised for two of their reindeers to have pride of place, along with an...
Gloucester City has been festooned with red, white and blue this weekend in celebration of the Coronations of HRH King Charles and Queen Camilla. Many shops and premises got in on the action and made the city streets an extra special delight! Over 23 entered the...
Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) is delighted to announce the appointment of Becci Zawadzki, as the new Chair to help steer the organisation, showcasing and celebrating our wonderful city. Becci Zawadzki is a great advocate of Gloucester, having worked...
Business support body Gloucester BID launches its campaign to vote yes in the run up to a second term ballot. BID, which stands for Business Improvement District, is an independent, business-led and funded body. Gloucester BID operates within Gloucester city centre...
Business support body Gloucester BID launches its campaign to vote yes in the run up to a second term ballot. BID, which stands for Business Improvement District, is an independent, business-led and funded body. Gloucester BID operates within Gloucester city centre...
A health check of Gloucester BID has praised its ‘exemplary’ crime reduction partnership with the Gloucester City Protection Officers and Gloucester City Safe. The positive health check along with new members and staff have breathed life into Gloucester BID which is...
Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) is seeking a highly motivated and organised Event Lead to join our team. The Event Lead will be responsible for planning, developing, organising, and executing a wide range of events. BID events will range from ‘pop-up’...
Gloucester BID is delighted to announce that it has been successful in securing a second term, with a ‘yes’ vote from businesses in the city. The second term will start on 1st October and the BID team now look forward to delivering on the priorities businesses have...
Gloucester BID has welcomed two new high-profile board members who represent opposite sides of the city. Jacquie Douglas, Chief Executive of Aspire Sports and Cultural Trust, along with Hugh Joslyn, Director at Gloucester Brewery have now joined the Business...
Gloucester Brewery have leased a new 2,500 sq. ft dockside warehouse to expand our brewing capacity and open a new taproom and shop. The brewery has taken on the large Warehouse 4 which fronts onto the canal basin as an addition to its existing site at Fox’s Kiln...
Join us for a delicious morning of networking and good food at Mister’s Café & Bistro, Gloucester. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to connect with local business owners and professionals in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether...
Join us for a delicious morning of networking and good food at Coal Kitchen in Gloucester, UK. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to connect with local business owners and professionals in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to...
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 is proud to participate in the inaugural National Business Crime Reduction Partnerships (BCRP) Awareness Week. Commencing on Monday, March 17th, this week-long initiative is designed to spotlight the pivotal role BCRPs play in tackling retail crime and...
Lots of events happening across the city of Gloucester, including: Eastgate Chamber Tours – Eastgate Street Lego Keep Castle, sponsored by Gloucester BID – Folk of Gloucester BrickBox Stained Glass LEGO® workshops – Folk of Gloucester BrickBox Drop...
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...
Sandra Powell is the owner of The Candle Tree on College Street, and is in the running to be crowned as the UK’s favourite local business A Gloucester gift shop owner is giving thanks to her loyal customers after being nominated in a nationwide search to find the UK’s...
Ahoy ye city Shanty lovers, landlubbers, sea farers and river people. We weigh anchor from Cafe Rene at 3pm. All salty seadogs are welcome to join us on a lively jaunt around the city centre raising funds for the gallant Severn Area Rescue Association Sharpness. A...
Come and enjoy a coffee and a conversation around a table with fellow retailers in Gloucester. Share insights and potential collaborations. This is a meeting for retailers in the city centre. We’re hoping this to be a regular meeting to discuss topics and...
Calling all retailers in Gloucester City Centre… We would like to invite you to our quarterly Gloucester Retailers Meeting to discuss issues, raise concerns and support where we can. If needed, Gloucester BID will take these issues and continue the discussion...
Over 125 planters of various types, containing thousands of plants were added to brighten up the city last week. For the last 5 years, Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) has arranged for city streets to be adorned with beautiful blooms and this year has...
Gloucester’s inaugural ‘Big Pub Push’ kicks off this weekend (October 21), showcasing the city’s inns and bars with an eight-day programme of highlights including a guided tour telling the stories of their rich history. Organised by Gloucester Business Improvement...
Gloucester joins vibrant night-time destinations around the world including places in Australia, New Zealand and Sweden, by winning the coveted Purple Flag It’s the sixth time the city has won the Purple Flag award for its evening and night-time economy which is...
Folk musicians from around the country will be congregating in Gloucester for a weekend of music on the 22nd – 24th February for the second ever Gloucester Folk Trail. The full line-up has just been released and there will be over 50 performances and activities...
Ten fluffy bunnies have hopped off around Gloucester, carrying with them a letter, find the bunnies, unscramble the word and be in with the chance of winning a £50 gift card. This Easter, collaborating with ten fantastic Gloucester businesses and venues, Gloucester...
Kara’s Hair & Beauty have recently celebrated being a firm fixture in Gloucester high streets for 55 years. Since 1967, Kara’s Hair & Beauty salon has been a firm fixture in Gloucester’s high street, from their humble beginnings in Northgate Street, to their...
Join us on Saturday 7th December across King’s Walk Shopping Centre and Eastgate Shopping Centre, where we are hosting an Indie Pop-Up Market! Perfect place to find: 💚 Independent businesses 💚 Local makers 💚 Local creators 💚 Bakers 💚 Artists Date: Saturday 7th...
Next month, the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort will take place at Westminster Abbey, and Gloucester Cathedral and the Diocese of Gloucester invite you to join in marking this historic occasion. On Monday 8 May, all are warmly welcome to...
Brand new pop-up street food event incoming! King’s Feast Gloucester hits King’s Square in the city centre. Amazing food trucks, bars, coffee and baked treats, with DJs and relaxed vibes under a cool stretch tent. Free entry. Find out more on the Kings...
Brand new pop-up street food event incoming! King’s Feast Gloucester hits King’s Square in the city centre. Amazing food trucks, bars, coffee and baked treats, with DJs and relaxed vibes under a cool stretch tent. Free entry. Find out more on the Kings...
This Thursday sees the launch of two more 24×7 public accessible defibrillators in the city centre, with demos and training of this essential lifesaving equipment. At 11am on Thursday 28th September, Gloucester City Safe, along with partner organisation...
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