Joan Tucker, the author of the Wulfbertie children's books, set in Saxon Gloucester, will present a  'Talk and Walk' at  St Michael's Tower. This is a FREE event for 7-12's and their guardians, and will consist of a short introduction followed by a walk around the city centre to explore our Roman and Saxon heritage.  Duration approximately 90 […]

An illustrated lecture on Gloucestershire's fabulous industrialist with James Rendell. Much of Gloucestershire’s industrial heritage is directly attributable to the skill, ingenuity and inspiration of a gifted man and his son.  So few people are aware of the Martyn family and what they gave to our County. This talk follows the life of Herbert Henry from his early life of poverty, […]

Free Children's Activities at St Michael's Tower based on Gloucestershire wildlife. Suitable for children of all ages. Join in with colouring, crafts (making animal masks), animal stories, competitions, free raffle plus lots more.

Celebrating the end of the Siege of Gloucester during the first English Civil War, this first day of the Gloucester History Festival has a strong community focus with historical re-enactments, parades and lots of fun.   11.00 Mock Mayor of Barton’s Parade This parade is intentionally comical filled with larger than life Gloucester Characters, traditional […]