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 an 1890 Sweetland. At 10.30am there will be a poetry session entitled "The Four Seasons of Poetry". The church is situated in Park Road […]
The new home for Gloucester Antiques Centre at 26 Westgate Street also happens to be Britain's finest example of a timber-framed town house. Built in 1560, it was once the hall of the Grocers' Guild, the mansion house of a Mayor of Gloucester and a lodging for Assize Judges. Tours are available on the hour […]
Watch Gloucester Cathedral Stonemasons working in their workshop in Pitt Street. No booking required. This event is one of many making up the Gloucester History Festival and Heritage Open Days.
A 17th century timber-fronted property next to Gloucester Cathedral in Pitt Street, built over a medieval undercroft. The herb garden and remains of a monastic infirmary are close by. Tours on the hour and half hour and lasting 20 minutes will take place from 10.00am to 1.00pm on Saturday and 2.00pm to 4.00pm on Sunday. […]
Three historic rooms in Church House in College Green , which was the old Deanery for Gloucester Cathedral. One room was used by Richard II for a Parliament in 1378. No booking required. This event is one of many making up the Gloucester History Festival and Heritage Open Days.
A chance to explore Britain's most complete Dominican Priory, owned by English Heritage and managed by Gloucester City Council. Most of the 13th century church remains, including a rare scissor-braced roof. Various musical events are being held in the building and guided tours of the Priory are available on Saturday at 11.00 and 2.30 and […]
A hidden gem in the centre of the city at 6-10 Westgate Street, not normally open for public viewing. An architectural delight with an elaborate 16th century timber-panelled room. Meet outside the Santander Bank in Westgate Street. Pre-booking required. Tickets available from Tourist Information Centre in Southgate Street. Tours on the hour and half hour […]
This Elizabethan building at 14 Westgate Street has a Georgian facade and, on the first floor, has a fine plaster ceiling dating from around 1600. Guided tours from 10.00am until 12.00 noon and then 2.00pm until 4.00pm. No booking required. This event is one of a number making up Gloucester History Festival and Heritage Open […]
This year is the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter's birth. In 1903, she published one of her most loved tales, The Tailor of Gloucester, inspired by a visit she made to the city. See the building on which she based her story and meet the Tailor, Simpkin the cat and a host of other characters. […]