Gloucester Life Museum is a magical place telling the story of Gloucester through its people and their lives. Behind the chocolate-box façade is a fascinating and surprising collection of objects and exhibitions. Hot and cold drinks, cakes and biscuits are available in the self-service traditional café.  Ground floor, gardens and Victorian Classroom are wheelchair accessible

Free entry for all four days Come and explore the interactive history at the Museum of Gloucester.

Open 10.00am to 9.00pm Thursday to Saturday .Cafe open 10.00am to 3.00pm . Tours of the building are available on Saturday . The Guildhall was constructed in 1892, designed by George Hunt. Built on the site formerly occupied by the Blue Coat School, founded by Sir Thomas Rich, it contains a thriving venue with cafe, cinema […]

  Gloucester was an important centre of religion in medieval times. This guided walk describes the history of the churches that remain from that time. The walk lasts about 1 hour Meet at St Oswald’s Priory, Archeacon Street Pre-booking required at Tourist Information Centre, on 01452 396572 or www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk

From your guide, hear how the Romans came to Gloucester (Glevum). See the walls they built. Tread through the Forum (market place) and meet the Emperor Nerva. Discover mosaics, pottery, Roman weapons, and much more in the Museum. The walk lasts about 1 hour Meet outside City Museum, Brunswick Road Pre-booking required at Tourist Information […]

  Come and walk in the footsteps of the Romans at their street level and see the remains of the Roman Eastgate Fort. Situated By Boots in Eastgate Street Pre-booking required at Tourist Information Centre, on 01452 396572 or at www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk

St Michael’s Bell Tower, now the admin centre of Gloucester Civic Trust, dates back to 1465. It has interesting heritage displays on the history of the church that once stood on the site, and 2 heritage bells made in Gloucester in 1710 by Abraham Rudhall . On Saturday, children can have their faces painted. There […]

Bearland House in Longsmith Street is an impressive 18th century building with an ornamental façade, forecourt, and fine wrought iron railings and gates. The interior boasts a carved wooden staircase and decorated ceilings. It was purchased by a high county Sheriff in 1764. The ghost of his daughter is said to appear at the staircase […]