In 1903 Beatrix Potter published one of her most loved tales, The Tailor of Gloucester, inspired by a visit she made to the city. See the building she based her story on and meet the Tailor, Simpkin the cat, and a host of other characters. Also see the animated mice sewing in the upper room, […]
Fox’s Kiln, West Quay, Gloucester Docks An award-winning craft brewery specialising in producing an exciting range of high quality ales using traditional brewing methods. Although recently established, the beers have already won several awards and will be available during the weekend. Short tours available at 14.00 and 16.00 on Thursday to Saturday, with a taste […]
Mariners Church opened in 1849 and became popular with the townspeople as well as the mariners visiting the port. The Chaplain was responsible for visiting every ship that arrived. The church features fine stained glass windows. An active church continues to meet in the building
Formerly the Benedictine Abbey of St Peter, founded in the 11th century, the Cathedral features Norman pillars in the nave, the elaborate tomb of Edward II, exquisite 14th century fan vaulting, the 15th century tower and the magnificent Great East Window. For details of tours and other activities at the Cathedral for Heritage Open […]
Southgate Street A historic Roman wall inside the store is on public view. The lower level of the wall is part of a Roman Colonia dating back to 97AD. At street level it is a medieval building.
14 Westgate Street This Elizabethan building has a Georgian façade and on the first floor has a fine plaster ceiling dating from around 1600. Guided tours during the open times – no need to book
Built in 1872 as a Presbyterian Church it became a United Reformed Church when Presbyterian and Congregational Churches merged in 1972. The church boasts interesting Victorian architecture, whilst the organ is a 1890 Sweetland. At 10.30 there will be a talk and musical slide show of Will Harvey’s poetry .
Open Thurs 7 and Fri 8 Sept 10.00 - 16.00 A chance to explore Britain’s most complete Dominican Priory, owned by English Heritage and managed by Gloucester City. Most of the 13th century church remains, including a rare scissor-braced roof. Various musical events are being held in the building as well as the Blackfriars Talks. […]
Come and discover the lives of Gloucestershire soldiers from the last 300 years. Try on Army uniforms, walk into a First World War trench, and learn how the weapons and vehicles have changed through history with our digital interactives. Do you know how the Gloucestershire Regiment won the Back Badge? How the Royal Gloucestershire Hussars […]