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 […]
FREE Tour for holders of Resident card. Â Part of the Gloucester Residents Weekend. Tickets must be pre-booked from Gloucester Tourist Information Centre. Tel 01452 396572 Meet at Cathedral South Porch
FREE Tour for holders of Resident card. Â Part of the Gloucester Residents Weekend. Tickets must be pre-booked from Gloucester Tourist Information Centre. Tel 01452 396572 Meet at Cathedral South Porch
The Ivor Gurney Hall is the King's School's 19th century schoolroom. It was extensively restored in 2015 to bring out the glory of its arch-braced roof in a striking multi-coloured style associated with the Gothic Revival movement. Tours will look at the building and include details of school life in the 19th century, with a […]
The 19th Century residence of the Bishops of Gloucester in Pitt Street at the back of the Cathedral, built on the site of the medieval abbot's lodging. Now used by King's School. Short guided tours of the Palace, gardens, yard, Bishop's Private Chapel and Abbot's Dining Hall. Tours lasting 20 minutes on the hour and […]
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. […]
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. […]
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.
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. The Whispering Gallery was created when a passageway was built behind the Great East […]