Come and explore the interactive history at the Museum of Gloucester free of charge. Museum open 10.00am to 5.00pm Thursday to Saturday and 11.00am to 4.00pm on Sunday. There is a Roman Day on Sunday. The Museum is in Brunswick Road. This event is one of many making up Gloucester History Festival and Heritage Open […]
Gloucester Life Museum is a magical place telling the story of Gloucester through its people and their lives. Behind the chocolate box facade is a fascinating and surprising collection of objects and exhibitions. There is a World War II day on Saturday 10th. Hot and cold drinks, cakes and biscuits are available in the self-service […]
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 and concert hall. Tours of the building are available on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th. The Guildhall is situated in Eastgate […]
Take a FREE walk with a Gloucester Civic Trust guide and 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 an hour. Pre-booking required. Tickets […]
Gloucester was an important centre of religion in medieval times. This FREE walk describes the history of the churches that remain from that time. The walk takes an hour. Pre-booking required. Tickets available from Tourist Information Centre in Southgate Street. Meet at St Oswald's Priory in Archdeacon Street. This event is one of many which […]
Take a FREE guided tour of these beautiful gardens which have many fine trees and are home to three monuments of historical significance: Scriven's Conduit, the King's Board and the Chancel of the 12th century leper chapel of St Mary Magdalene. The tour will also include a visit inside Hillfield House, a Grade II listed […]
Come and walk in the footsteps of the Romans at their street level and see the remains of the Roman Eastgate Fort. The Chamber will be open from 10.30am to 12.30am and 2.00pm to 4.00pm on Friday and Saturday No booking required. The Viewing Chamber is situated by Boots in Eastgate Street. This event is […]
St Michael's Bell Tower, situated at The Cross, is now the home of Gloucester Civic Trust.. It dates back to 1465 and here you will find interesting heritage displays on the history of the church which once stood on the site and you can view close up and test out the sound of two heritage […]
This FREE tour tells of Richard III's important three-day visit to Gloucester in 1483, as part of his Royal Progress, and explains the granting of the significant Charter to the city. You will hear how he spent his time here and be shown some of the buildings he would have seen. The walk lasts around […]