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 Days […]
Headquarters of Gloucestershire County Council. Join the County Archivist for a tour incorporating the 1816 entrance, portrait gallery, 17thC Flemish tapestry and Council Chamber, followed by an illustrated talk on the history of the building. Meet at 10am prompt at Westgate Street entrance. Tour lasts one hour Pre-booking required at Tourist Information Centre, on 01452 […]
Britain’s first jet aircraft, the Gloster E28/39, first left the ground at nearby Brockworth airfield in 1941. The Museum houses a replica of the plane together with original Gloster-built planes such as the Javelin and Meteor. Some aircraft cockpits will be open subject to availability. Free parking
The Chapel was part of a monastic institution set up outside the medieval city boundary for the benefit of those suffering from the then incurable disease of leprosy. The present Chapel building is thought to date from the early 1400s but incorporates earlier masonry in the west wall. The Chapel is now under the patronage […]
The original St Mary’s Hall, situated in St Mary’s Square, was bought by Selina, Countess of Huntingdon, in 1788 for the Gloucester followers of George Whitefield, the famous 18th Century preacher. The Church has evolved over the years and now stands in its replacement building (c.1958) as a Congregational Church which welcomes one and all, […]
Severn Road, Gloucester Docks. Dating back to 1815 and was originally used for the manufacture of rope and sails for the tall ships and those powered by steam. Coffee shop open Thurs - Sun. All fresh food and home made cake and scones.
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 […]
The church is over 100 years old and was also the home church to the famous Dr Hadwen. There will be refreshments available and a power point presentation about the History of the Church. Sunday service 10.30 am to 12.00 noon. Disabled toilets available.