Discover the Heart of Gloucester

Shop Gloucester: Uniting Community & Commerce

Join us in celebrating Gloucester’s vibrant shopping scene, where local businesses and community spirit come together for an unforgettable experience.

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Shop Gloucester Campaign

Highlights

Win by Sharing

March 2025

Be a part of the excitement and support local businesses by shopping in Gloucester! Share your purchases on social media with #ShopGloucester for a chance to win amazing prizes.

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Independents Week

June 30th – 6th July 2025

Gloucester boasts a vibrant selection of independent shops, each offering unique products and personalised experiences

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Second Hand Summer

July and August 2025

Pre-loved clothes, brilliantly retro homewares and vintage finds – there’s something extra special about rooting them out for a steal, while supporting worthwhile causes along the way.

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Gloucester Gift Card

Ongoing

A great way to spend and discover local. The Gloucester Gift Card allows you to spend in more than one place! Now accepted in over 170 businesses #ShopGloucester

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Spotlight Features

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Farmhouse Deli

Specialising in high-quality home-cooked hams, home-cured bacon, and a variety of homemade sausages crafted daily using prime cuts of English pork.

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Gloucester Antiques Centre

A haven for collectors and history enthusiasts. The centre features a diverse collection of antiques, from furniture and homeware to jewellery and collectibles.

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Spago

Indulge in French sweet and savoury crepes made with high quality ingredients, Italian wines, Spanish beer, Spanish tapas, prosecco on tap, vermouth on tap.

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Kings Walk

From fashion to food, find a variety of brands and independent retailers alongside entertainment and leisure.

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Gloucester Quays

Gloucester Quays is a vibrant shopping and leisure destination located within the historic Gloucester Docks.

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Eastgate

A diverse shopping experience, with stores spanning fashion, food and drink, health and beauty, sports and leisure, cards and gifts plus audio-visual. With leading brand names but also a range of independent and specialist retailers, there is something for everybody at The Eastgate Shopping Centre.

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What Our Shoppers Say

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“Shopping in Gloucester has been a delightful experience! The variety of stores and the friendly atmosphere make every visit enjoyable.”

Emily R.

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“I love the unique finds in Gloucester! The local shops offer products you can’t get anywhere else, and the service is always top-notch.”

James T.

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“Participating in the #ShopGloucester campaign was fantastic! I won a gift card just by sharing my purchases on social media.”

Sophie L.

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Be a part of the excitement and support local businesses by shopping in Gloucester! Share your purchases on social media with #ShopGloucester for a chance to win amazing prizes. Let’s celebrate our vibrant city together!

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Our Latest News

Vinyl Revival: All-Day Wax Celebration Returns to Gloucester!

by Emily | June 9, 2025 | Business, Business Support, City Centre, Community, Events, Feature, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

It’s back! The much-loved summer vinyl celebration returns for another unforgettable day uniting music lovers, collectors, and DJs in the heart of Gloucester. On 21st June 2025, the courtyard of Café René will come alive with the crackle of vinyl, the rhythm of DJ...

Gloucester Gears Up for Independents Week

by Marketing | June 5, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Exclusive Deals and Local Delights Await June 30 – July 6! Come and discover your local independent businesses this Independents Week, 30th June- 6th July 2025. Local independent businesses are calling on the community for support as they showcase the exceptional...

Gloucester Celebrates Independents Week

by Emily | June 3, 2025 | BID, Business Support, Indie Week Blog, Indie Week Spotlight, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gloucester is set to shine a spotlight on its vibrant independent business community during Independents Week, running from Monday, June 30 to Sunday, July 6, 2025. Organised by Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID), this annual celebration aims to highlight...

Gloucester Encourages Sustainable Shopping with Citywide Charity Shop Treasure Hunt

by Emily | June 2, 2025 | BID, Business Support, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Everyone loves a bargain, and this summer, Gloucester is giving shoppers even more reason to explore the city’s bustling network of charity shops with the launch of the Second Hand Summer Challenge. Running through from 7th July to August 24th, 2025, this initiative...

City centre blooms with colour this summer!

by Marketing | May 23, 2025 | BID, City Centre, Eastgate Quarter, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

For the sixth year running, Gloucester BID is transforming the city centre with stunning summer planters. Over the coming weeks, more than 125 displays - ranging from hanging baskets and multitiered arrangements to boxed and barrier planters - will brighten up key...

Gloucester to Celebrate the Spirit of Local with Independents Week 2025

by Emily | May 12, 2025 | BID, Business Support, Events, Indie Week Blog, Indie Week Spotlight, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gloucester is gearing up for a vibrant celebration of entrepreneurship, creativity, and community pride as Independents Week 2025 returns from 30 June to 6 July. Organised by Gloucester BID, this week-long campaign shines a spotlight on the incredible independent...

Gloucester charity shop reopened following a exciting revamp

by Marketing | May 9, 2025 | City Centre, Eastgate Quarter, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is pleased to announce that its Gloucester shop has now reopened following a small revamp. The shop, which is located in unit 8-10 The Forum at Eastgate Shopping Centre, now offers a new and improved layout to provide a better customer...

🎓 Calling All Businesses!

by Emily | April 10, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Students are always looking for great deals — and your business could be their next favourite find.If you offer a student discount or special promotion, we want to hear from you! Submit your offer today and get featured where students are already searching for the...

The Thirsty Pine Beer Cafe Announces Inaugural Jazz Festival This May

by Marketing | April 10, 2025 | BID, Business, Events, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

The Thirsty Pine Beer Cafe is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new musical celebration — the first-ever Jazz at The Pines festival, taking place from 1–3 May 2025. This exciting new event promises three unforgettable evenings of live jazz, with a must-see...

‘Support local and spoil mum’ this Mother’s Day

by Marketing | March 24, 2025 | BID, Business Support, Marketing & Promotion, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Mother’s Day takes place on Sunday 30th March, and we’re encouraging everyone to ‘shop local’ to help boost Gloucester’s economy. A strong ‘support local’ message is being issued ahead of Mother’s Day on behalf of Gloucester businesses. The backers of the Gloucester...

Independents Week – Blog – Support Small UK Gloucester

by Emily | March 7, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gabrielle Faulkner-Aston, Support Small UK Gloucester As the local host for Support Small UK in Gloucester, I see first-hand just how many incredible independent businesses make up our community. Every day I am blown away by the passion, time, and love that are poured...

Gloucester Food Dock Welcomes Latest Independent Eatery – Kinn Kinn Thai

by Marketing | February 26, 2025 | BID, Business, City Centre, Indie Week Blog, News | 0 Comments

On Thursday the 27th February, Gloucester Food Dock is excited to announce the arrival of Kinn Kinn, the latest independent eatery to join their thriving food destination. Known for its original and diverse culinary scene, the Food Dock is now home to Thai chef Gena's...

High Street Shopping in Gloucester

by Emily | February 9, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, Business Support, City Awards & Achievements, City Centre, Marketing & Promotion, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

Gloucester offers a diverse and vibrant retail experience, blending high-street favourites, independent boutiques, and outlet shopping. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, everyday essentials, or discounted designer brands, Gloucester caters to every...

Cathedral Quarter: A Secret Paradise for Foodies

by Emily | February 8, 2025 | BID, Business, Business Support, City Centre, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion, News, Shop Gloucester | 0 Comments

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...

Independent Shops in Gloucester

by Emily | February 5, 2025 | BID, Business, Business in Focus, City Centre, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

Gloucester boasts a vibrant selection of independent shops, each offering unique products and personalised experiences. Here are seven must-visit independent stores in the city:A must-visit for music lovers, Vinyl Vital Signs is an independent record shop offering a...

Independents Week – Blog – FSB

by Emily | June 24, 2024 | News, BID, Business, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Sam Holliday, FSB Development Manager, Gloucestershire, Bristol, Bath & South Gloucestershire Gloucester is, proudly, a city of small, independent businesses. In 2023 over 85 per cent of all the city’s businesses were either run by sole traders or had less than...

Amazing offers are awaiting visitors to Gloucester city centre to celebrate Independents Week from July 1-7.

by Emily | June 21, 2024 | News, BID, Business Support, City Centre, Events, Indie Week Blog, Indie Week Spotlight, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Come and discover your local independent businesses this Independents Week 1-7 July. Local businesses need your support more than ever and are pulling out all the stops to show you the wonderful array of products, services and experiences they offer while doing their...

Independents Week – Blog – Campaigns for Pubs

by Emily | June 17, 2024 | News, BID, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Alastair Kerr, South West Regional Representative, Campaign for Pubs "There is nothing more important than independent businesses, indeed in all aspects they are the beating heart of our communities, cornerstone of our lives and backbone of our local economy and pubs...

Independents Week – Blog – Supernova Celebrant

by Gloucester BID | July 3, 2023 | News, BID, Business Support, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Nicky Wildin, CEO and Founder of Supernova Celebrant Celebrating & Connecting Indie Businesses ⭐️ Having been an independent business owner & supported an abundance of local food & events businesses in a professional capacity for the last few decades I...

Independents Week – Blog – Gloucester Chamber of Commerce

by Gloucester BID | June 23, 2023 | Business Support, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

Luke Lutman, President, Gloucester Chamber of CommerceIndependent businesses form the base fabric of any city. Gloucester has some great independent businesses creating a unique identity with an offering found nowhere else. Developing a community, independent...

Independents Week – Blog – Campaign for Pubs

by Gloucester BID | June 19, 2023 | News, BID, City Centre, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion | 0 Comments

Alastair Kerr, South West Regional Representative, Campaign for Pubs "When I talk about pubs, I am often reminded of how William Blake once described them 'A good local pub has much in common with a church, except that a pub is warmer, and there's more conversation'....

Independents Week – Blog – FSB

by Gloucester BID | June 12, 2023 | BID, Events, Indie Week Blog, Marketing & Promotion, News | 0 Comments

Sam Holliday, FSB Gloucestershire and West of England Every successful and thriving town and city needs a retail and hospitality mix – one that combines some of the big national names we all know with the thriving, independent small businesses who give an area it's...