Gloucester Visitor Guide - Visit the City of Gloucester

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VISITOR GUIDE 2015
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Welcome
to Gloucester
The Cathedral City of The Cotswolds and a unique
‘must see’ destination.
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Rich in history and heritage, the city boasts a wealth of architectural
gems, numerous visitor attractions, a Premiership Rugby team and
can truly be regarded as a great English city.
Besides the awe-inspiring Cathedral, Gloucester’s waterside location and
stunning Victorian Docks add an extra special dimension to your visit.
So whether you fancy taking a boat trip, exploring one of the many
museums or indulging in some retail therapy at the Gloucester Quays
Outlet Centre, the city has something to appeal to visitors of all ages.
To help you make the most of your visit, the friendly team at the awardwinning Tourist Information Centre on Southgate Street will be happy
to help. Simply call in or phone them on 01452 396572 for help with
accommodation bookings or for ideas on what to do when you’re here.
History & Heritage
Gloucester Tourist
Information Centre
Museums & Attractions
Festivals & Events
Gloucester Tall Ships
City Map
Shopping & Markets
Where to Stay
Eating Out
Sports & Recreation
Things to do around
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History
& Heritage
Main image:
Historic Gloucester Docks
Inset image:
Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester is considered to be one of
England’s top 10 historic destinations
with more than 500 listed buildings.
FIND OUT MORE
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Gloucester Cathedral, one of the most magnificent gothic buildings
in the world.
Gloucester Quays and Historic Docks, home to the Gloucester
Quays Leisure Quarter.
Visit our many churches and priories around the city including
St Mary de Lode, our oldest church dating back to AD170,
St Mary de Crypt Church (famous for Robert Raikes – founder of
Sunday Schools and George Whitfield, renowned outdoor preacher
from the 18th Century who found fame in America); the ruins
of St Oswald’s Priory (where Lady Æthelflæd, Alfred the Great’s
daughter was buried) and Blackfriars Priory – the best preserved
Dominican Priory in the country.
See our Roman remains spread out across the city centre and
take either a guided tour with Civic Trust guides, an armchair tour
for those with limited mobility or by yourself with an audio tour.
FIND OUT MORE
GLOUCESTER CATHEDRAL
www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk
HISTORIC DOCKS
www.gloucesterdocks.me.uk
GLOUCESTER CITY MUSEUM
AND ART GALLERY
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www.gloucestercivictrust.org.uk
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GLOUCESTER FOLK MUSEUM
www.gloucestermuseums.co.uk
www.gloucesterquays.co.uk
Clockwise from top:
Siege of Gloucester © Simon Pizzey; St Oswald’s Priory; Concert at Blackfriars
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During your stay, don’t forget to visit:
ˆ Local/regional/national
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ˆ National Express
Express & Eurolines
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ˆ Marchants
Marchants day
daayy trips
ˆ Stagecoach
Stagecoach bus passes & timetables
timetables
ˆ Advanced
Advanced entry
entry for
for locall & national
national
attractions
ˆ Souvenirs
Souvenirs & Publications
Publications
ˆ Audio T
Tours
ours
ˆ Local theatre
theatre & event
event sales
salles
ˆ Theatre
Theatre Tokens
Tok
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ˆ Superbreaks
Superbreaks
ˆ Accommodation bookings
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ˆ Stamps
Police (non emergency) – 1011
Police
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Gloucester Health Access C
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Shopmobility - 01452 3028711
Traveline
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@Gloscoach
Out of hours pha
pharmacies:
armacies:
Boots,, Eastgate Street
Boots
Street – 01452 423501
Asda,, Bruton Way
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Museums
& Attractions
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Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum
The Soldiers of Gloucestershire, located in the Historic Docks,
tells the story of the lives of Gloucestershire soldiers and
their families over the past 300 years.
Open daily, except Mondays from November-February
Gloucester has
numerous museums
and attractions
to delight visitors
of all ages.
Gloucester Folk Museum
The Folk Museum in Westgate Street tells the story of Gloucester’s
social history and boasts an amazing collection of displays set
over several floors in a delightfully crooked, timber-framed,
16th Century building.
Please note the Museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays
Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery
Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery features an impressive
collection of displays and interactive elements including
a Roman kitchen and medieval street scene.
Please note the Museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays
Beatrix Potter Museum & Shop
Main image:
Eastgate Chamber
Inset images, clockwise from top:
Gloucester City Museum and Art Gallery;
The Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum;
The Barn Owl Centre of Gloucestershire
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Housed in the building that was illustrated and described in
Beatrix Potter’s The Tailor of Gloucester story.
Open daily
The Jet Age Museum
Exhibits include Britain’s first jet plane the Gloster E28/39,
the Meteor and Javelin.
Open Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
Gloucester Waterways Museum
Located in Gloucester Docks, this Museum tells the tale of
Gloucestershire’s canals and waterways. Boat trips along
the canal are also available to book from here.
Open daily
GLOUCESTER FOLK MUSEUM
www.gloucestermuseums.co.uk
GLOUCESTER CITY MUSEUM
AND ART GALLERY
www.gloucestermuseums.co.uk
BEATRIX POTTER MUSEUM
& SHOP
www.tailor-of-gloucester.org.uk
THE JET AGE MUSEUM
Nature in Art
www.jetagemuseum.org
The world’s first Museum and Art Gallery dedicated to art
inspired by nature, located 2 miles north of the city centre
in Wallsworth Hall.
Open Tuesday–Sunday & Bank Holidays
SOLDIERS OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE
MUSEUM
Gloucester Brewery
Located next door to the Gloucester Waterways Museum,
offering award-winning beers, the shop is closed on Mondays.
Brewery tours are available if you book in advance.
Open Tuesday–Sunday
The Barn Owl Centre
The centre offers visitors the chance to see owls, hawks,
buzzards, falcons and golden eagles close up.
Please call to make an appointment to visit and to book
an experience
www.soldiersofglos.com
GLOUCESTER WATERWAYS
MUSEUM
www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/gloucester
NATURE IN ART
www.nature-in-art.org.uk
GLOUCESTER BREWERY
www.gloucesterbrewery.co.uk
THE BARN OWL CENTRE
www.barnowl.co.uk
www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk
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The oldest Medieval
Dominican priory in the UK
comes alive
Available for weddings, concerts,
A hands-on learning experience that is full of fun for families and schools.
Housed in a stunning Grade II listed warehouse on the side of the UK’s most complete
Victorian dock. See how and why the canals were built and test your own skills with our
indoor working lock system. Don’t forget to explore our historic boats, or take a trip down
the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal on one of our pleasure cruises.
education events, and other private hires
For more info, please visit
www.gloucesterblackfriars.co.uk or
email blackfriars@gloucester.gov.uk
Open Monday - Saturday, based in the City Centre
23 Eastgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1NS
503050
www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk
Gloucester Guildhall
@glosguildhall
Where history
Free entry
Sundays and Mondays, 10am - 3pm
from 29th March - 19th October 2015
gloucester blackfriars
Blackfriars Priory
Ladybellegate St
Gloucester
GL1 2HN
01452 396 384
canalrivertrust.org.uk/Gloucester
Gloucester Waterways Museum Llanthony Warehouse, The Docks, Gloucester GL1 2EH. Tel: 01452 318200
glosblackfriars
Gloucester cathedral warmly welcomes you
to explore 1000 years of history and architecture
• Free entry (donation requested)
• Open 8am until Evensong
• Daily Worship
• Superb musical heritage
• Mediaeval Fan Vaulted cloisters
• spectacular stained Glass
• tomb of King edward II
• crypt & Whispering Gallery
• Where harry Potter, dr Who
& hollow crown were filmed
• Gift shop & coffee shop
• Guided tours & Group tours
available
For details of services,
events & closures call
01452 528095 or visit
www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk
www.gloucestermuseums.co.uk
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Festivals
& Events
Main image:
Strike A Light Festival
Inset images, from top:
The Guildhall;
Gloucester Tall Ships;
Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester hosts a busy annual programme
of festivals and events designed to appeal
to all ages and tastes.
Gloucester Guildhall offers numerous concerts, films, workshops and events
throughout the year visit:www.gloucesterguildhall.co.uk
www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk/events
FIND OUT MORE
Gloucester Cajun and Zydeco Festival 23–25 January
Cherry & Whites Trail 14–20 March
English Tourism Week 14–21 March
Strike A Light 19–23 March
Residents’ Weekend 27–29 March
Gloucester Quays Garden Party 3–6 April
CAMRA Gloucester Beer & Cider Festival 24–25 April
Dragon Boat Regatta 10 May
Gloucester Tall Ships 23–25 May
Gloucestershire Pride 13 June
Race for Life 21 June
Armed Forces Day 27 June
Gloucester 10K and Cityfest 12 July
Gloucester Quays Food Festival 17–19 July
Gloucester Carnival 25 July
Gloucester Rhythm & Blues Festival 25 July–2 August
Annual Fireworks Spectacular 1 August
Sportbeat Music and Sport Festival 15–16 August
Gloucester History Festival 5–19 September
Rugby World Cup 18 September–31 October
Christmas Lights Switch on Lantern Parade 15 November
Gloucester Quays Victorian Market 19–22 November
Gloucester Quays Festive Fayre 11–13 December
All dates are correct at time of going to print. Please check online
or with the Tourist Information Centre before travelling.
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Award-winning
Gloucester Tall Ships
returns to port this May... savvy?
Gloucester’s flagship festival returns to the city this
May Spring Bank Holiday (Saturday 23–Monday 25 May).
After winning Silver for the Cotswolds Tourism Event
of the Year for the 2013 festival, the impressive
tall ships will once again weigh anchor this spring
for a weekend of live entertainment and activities.
The unique sight of grand sailing ships moored
in the UK’s most inland port, Gloucester’s perfectly
preserved Victorian docks, is an experience to behold.
Just ask the producers of Disney’s Alice Through
The Looking Glass who filmed here last summer.
The fun-filled festival is a big hit with families
with something for everyone.
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Making their Gloucester Tall Ships debuts are the
brigantine Morganster, handmade schooner Atyla
and Baltic trawler Keewaydin (more announcements
to follow). For the first time, the ships are open
all day on the Saturday, Sunday AND Monday, so
there won’t be any ship enthusiasts left high and
dry. Buy a wristband to see the tall ships at close
quarters whilst also gaining entry to the museums
at Gloucester Docks.
On-water activities include pirate ship battles,
replica boats from the Viking age through to
the Napoleonic era.
Main image:
Historic Gloucester Docks and
Gloucester Tall Ships
Inset images:
Gloucester Tall Ships
Land lubbers will be spoilt for choice
with entertainment including Captain
Jack’s swashbuckling adventures, a live
music stage, a stone-carving festival,
a gaggle of Victorian ne’er-do-wells,
top quality food and drink, market stalls.
The Gloucester Stone Carving Festival
will be taking place at the nearby
Llanthony Priory, and in keeping with
Gloucester’s folk and maritime traditions,
the Gloucester Sea Shanty Festival
will be held for the first time with
performances across the city centre.
FIND OUT MORE
23-25 MAY –
X MARKS THE DATE
Put it in your diary now!
For further details visit
www.gloucestertallships.co.uk
and sign up for the electronic
newsletter.
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ATTRACTIONS AND SERVICES
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Antiques Centre
Bishop Hooper’s Monument
Blackfriars Priory
Boat Trips (Queen Boadicea II)
Bus Station
Cathedral
Citizens Advice Bureau
City Council Offices
East Gate Viewing Chamber
(Roman Ruins)
County Council Offices (Shire Hall)
County Court
Crown Court
Folk Museum
GL1 Leisure Centre
Gloucester Guildhall
Gloucestershire Archives
Gloucestershire College
Greyfriars Ruins and Garden
Hospital (A&E)
House of the Tailor of Gloucester
JDR Karting and Laser Tag
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King’s Theatre
Kingsholm Rugby Ground
Library
Llanthony Priory
Magistrates Court
Multiplex Cinema
Gloucester City Museum
Music and Drama Library
New Inn
Picturedrome Theatre
Police Station
Railway Station
Register Office
Robert Raikes House
St Michael’s Tower
St Oswald’s Priory (remains)
Soldiers of Gloucestershire
Museum
Warehouse Climbing Centre
Waterways Museum
Waterways Leisure Area
Youth Sports Area and Skate Park
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PARKING
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Peel Shopping Centre
Hare Lane North/South
Quay Street
The Docks
Bruton Way Multistorey
Castlemeads
Blackfriars/
Ladybellegate
Longsmith Street
Multistorey
Station Road
St Michael’s Square
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Hampden Way
North Warehouse,
The Docks
P13 Eastgate Rooftop
P14 Kings Walk Multistorey
P15 Southgate St/The Docks
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(inc. Coach Park)
P17 Gloucester Quays
P18 Spread Eagle Court
P19 Great Western Road
P20 GL1 Car Park
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Guide produced by Marketing Gloucester Ltd. All information correct at time of going to print.
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Gloucester City Council, Cotswolds Tourism, Mike Baldwin, Moose Marketing and PR and Mark Bennett
for Gloucester Rugby. Thanks to Gloucester Civic Trust, Ian Williams, Phil Moss and Chris Chatterton
for historical information. Web links listed are independent of Marketing Gloucester Ltd and
as such the company takes no responsibility for accuracy or nature of content on such sites.
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Shopping
& Markets
Shopping in Gloucester offers a mixture of high street
stores, charming independent shops, speciality markets,
modern shopping centres and an outlet centre.
Gloucester Quays Outlet Centre and Leisure
Quarter has an outstanding mix of high street and
designer labels at up to 70% off recommended
retail prices.
King’s Walk Shopping and The Eastgate
Shopping Centre stores include high street
favourites.
The city also boasts a distinctive and quirky
independent quarter in and around Westgate
Street. Fashion, food and drink, music and
specialist shops can all be found just a step away
from the magnificent Cathedral.
FIND OUT MORE
GLOUCESTER QUAYS OUTLET CENTRE
AND LEISURE QUARTER
www.gloucesterquays.co.uk
KINGS WALK SHOPPING
www.kingswalk.co.uk
THE EASTGATE
www.intoeastgate.co.uk
MARKETS IN GLOUCESTER
www.gloucester.gov.uk/markets
Markets
Gloucester has a strong market tradition.
Markets include the daily Eastgate Indoor Market,
the Cherry & White Market which takes place
every Friday and Saturday as well as the popular
Farmers’ Market which takes place in the city
centre every Friday. Over Farm Market offers
great seasonal produce from local suppliers
all year round and hosts some great seasonal
events including Frightmare over Halloween.
Antiques, Arts and Crafts
Located in Gloucester Quays, the Gloucester
Quays Antiques Centre offers three floors of
antiques. Upstairs, Downstairs in Severn Road
(just behind the Docks) also specialise in antiques
and Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre
is located in College Court near the Cathedral.
OVER FARM MARKET
www.over-farm-market.co.uk
GLOUCESTER QUAYS ANTIQUES CENTRE
www.gloucesterquays.co.uk/
antiques-centre
GLOUCESTERSHIRE ARTS AND
CRAFTS CENTRE
www.gloucestershireartsand
craftscentre.co.uk
Main image:
Gloucester Quays Outlet
Centre and Leisure Quarter
Inset images, clockwise:
Farmers’ Market
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Where to Stay
Whether you’re looking for luxury, a sense of history, a room
with a view of rolling countryside or a homely guest house
– Gloucester has it all.
Each accommodation listing within this guide clearly displays the quality rating.
Both the AA and Visit England provide a national quality scheme, awarding
star ratings from 1–5. Cotswolds Tourism offer a local scheme where accommodation
providers receive a basic assessment checking that the accommodation is safe,
clean and legal. Some accommodation providers have opted out of the assessment
schemes and are clearly marked as ‘Ungraded’ on their listing.
HOTELS A hotel must have a minimum of 6 bedrooms with all bedrooms having
ensuite facilities or a private bathroom.
GUEST ACCOMMODATION These properties are often smaller than hotels with
more of a family feel and approach. This category includes bed and breakfasts,
guesthouses, inns and restaurants with rooms.
RATINGS MADE EASY
Simple, practical, no frills
Well presented and well run
Good level of quality and comfort
Excellent standard throughout
Exceptional with a degree of luxury
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Open at Christmas
Major Credit Cards Accepted
Special Breaks Available
Internet Access
Price on Application
Tea/coffee making facilities
Evening Meals
Special Diets Arranged
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HATHERLEY MANOR
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HATTON COURT
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Down Hatherley Lane
Gloucester GL2 9QA
Tel 01452 730217
Email reservations@hatherleymanor.com
www.hatherleymanor.com
Contact Bernadette Smith
Upton Hill
Upton St Leonards GL4 8DE
Tel 01452 617412
Email res@hatton-court.co.uk
www.hatton-court.co.uk
Contact Simon Hanna
88-92 London Road
Gloucester GL1 3PG
Tel 01452 525865
Email reception@ehglos.co.uk
www.ehglos.co.uk
Contact St John Milton
A lovely country house hotel
sympathetically refurbished to
incorporate all the amenities required
by today’s most discerning guests.
Hatton Court is perfectly situated,
just 3 miles from Gloucester city centre
and on the edge of the Cotswolds.
This fabulous Cotswold hotel is a perfect
base to explore all the history and
heritage that Gloucester has to offer.
A short stroll from the city centre,
this privately owned town house
hotel is quiet and civilised.
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Gloucester GL1 1SF
Tel 01452 522177
Email newinn@relaxinnz.co.uk
www.newinn.relaxinnz.co.uk
Contact Michael Sage
The finest surviving example of a
mediaeval galleried inn, still offering
superb accommodation, food and drink
to weary travellers.
Bedrooms S3 D&T30 F3
Bathrooms Ensuite All rooms
Prices from £40-£60
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Bedrooms S7 D7 T7 F4
Bathrooms Ensuite 25
Prices from £40-£95
NICKI’S HOTEL
& TAVERNA
105-107 Westgate Street
Gloucester GL1 2PG
Tel 01452 301359
www.nickishotelandtaverna.co.uk
Contact Nicki
Located close to Cathedral and Docks,
200 yards from the city centre.
Pleasant surroundings and friendly
atmosphere.
Bedrooms S4 D– T7 F4
Bathrooms Ensuite 15
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SPALITE
UNGRADED
121 Southgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1XQ
Tel 01452 380828
Email spalitehotel@btconnect.com
www.spalitehotel.com
Contact Frank and Trish
The Marsh family welcome you to
their grade II listed licensed guest
house. Situated on the edge of
the Historic Docks.
Bedrooms S3 D1 T3 F1
Bathrooms Ensuite 4 Private 2
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Accommodation Listings
HOTELS
CITY LODGE
GUEST HOUSE
APPLIED FOR
72 Weston Road
Gloucester GL1 5AX
Tel 01452 522243
Mob 0787 965 7495
Email jens_eberhardt_uk@hotmail.com
www.citylodgegloucester.co.uk
www.citylodgeguesthouse.co.uk
Contact Jens Eberhardt
Quiet city centre location with
car parking. Very clean and friendly.
24/7 check-in and 24/7 come-and-go
as you please.
Bedrooms S7 D1 T3 F1
Bathrooms Ensuite 11
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CHELTENHAM CHASE HOTEL ####
Shurdington Road, Brockworth
Gloucester GL3 4PB
Tel 01452 519988
www.qhotels.co.uk
HALLMARK HOTEL ####
Matson Lane, Robinswood Hill
Gloucester GL4 6EA
Tel 01452 525653
www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk
MERCURE GLOUCESTER
BOWDEN HALL ####
Bondend Lane, Upton St Leonards
Gloucester GL4 8ED
Tel 0844 815 9077
www.mercure.com
HOLIDAY INN
GLOUCESTER-CHELTENHAM ###
Crest Way, Barnwood
Gloucester GL4 3RX
Tel 0871 423 4876
www.ihg.com/holidayinn
EXPRESS BY HOLIDAY INN
Budget Hotel
Waterwells Business Park
Telford Way, Quedgeley
Gloucester GL2 2AB
Tel 0871 423 4876
www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress
IBIS HOTEL GLOUCESTER
Budget Hotel
Sawmills End, Corinium Avenue
Gloucester GL4 3DG
Tel 01452 623650
www.ibis.com
TRAVELODGE Budget Hotel
Gloucester Quays, St Ann Way
Gloucester GL1 5SF
Tel 0871 984 6427
www.travelodge.co.uk
THE LITTLE THATCH
141 Bristol Road, Quedgeley
Gloucester GL2 4PQ
Tel 01452 720687
www.thelittlethatch.co.uk
THE NEW COUNTY HOTEL Ungraded
44 Southgate Street
Gloucester GL1 2DP
Tel 01452 307000
www.thenewcountyhotel.co.uk
“Nestling in rolling green countryside on the edge of the Cotswolds;
this formerly moated residence dates back to the 17th Century and boasts
its own private walled garden. Awarded the prestigious “Certificate
of Excellence” from Trip Advisor, Hatherley Manor Hotel is a fine
51 bedroom hotel that welcomes both residents and non-residents.
As an independent hotel we know it is the small things that count, from
our 28 day matured Cotswold reared Aberdeen Angus 8oz Sirloin Steak
made to melt in your mouth, to our delicious homemade shortbread
served with a cafeteria of fresh ground coffee. Whether you are looking
to come for a relaxing short break, having a get together with friends
or celebrating a special occasion you can be assured that our friendly
professional team will go out of their way to ensure you have a
memorable visit.”
Hatherley Manor Hotel, Down Hatherley Lane, Gloucester GL2 9QA
Tel: 01452 730217 Email: reservations@hatherleymanor.com www.hatherleymanor.com
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The Edward Hotel
Gloucester
GUEST ACCOMMODATION
THE WHARF HOUSE ####
Over, Gloucester GL2 8DB
Tel 01452 332900
www.thewharfhouse.co.uk
BROOKTHORPE LODGE ###
Stroud Road, Brookthorpe
Gloucester GL4 0UQ
Tel 01452 812645
www.brookthorpelodge.
demon.co.uk
LONGFORD LODGE ###
68 Tewkesbury Road
Gloucester GL2 9EH
Tel 01452 526380
www.longfordlodge.co.uk
THE MULBERRY HOUSE
2a Heathville Road
Gloucester GL1 3DP
Tel 01452 720079
www.the-mulberry-house.co.uk
© Tony Hickey
NB Accommodation listed is a selection of the options available and is not an exhaustive list
of all accommodation providers in the Gloucester area. Marketing Gloucester Limited accept
no responsibility for the accuracy of any of the information provided including star ratings or
for any omissions.
www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk
01452 525865 • www.ehglos.co.uk
Book online with code bd10
For all your accommodation needs visit
www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk
or call in to the Gloucester Tourist Information Centre
at 28 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 2DP
Gloucester Carnival
Saturday 25 July
Telephone 01452 396572
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The finest surviving example of
a mediaeval galleried inn, still offering
superb accommodation, food and drink
to weary travellers.
Traditional with a modern twist
Easy stroll to centre
Large car park
Free, fast, unlimited WiFi
No functions, no late bars
New Inn Hotel, 16 Northgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1SF
01452 522177 newinn@relaxinnz.co.uk
www.newinn.relaxinnz.co.uk
www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk
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Eating Out
Gloucester serves up an eclectic range of contemporary and traditional restaurants,
cosy tea rooms and historic inns to cater for all tastes.
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69 Southgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1TX
Tel 01452 413108
Email info@aroma-gloucester.co.uk
www.aroma-gloucester.co.uk
31 Southgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1TP
Tel 01452 309340
Email info@caferene.co.uk
www.caferene.co.uk
2-4 St Catherine Street
Gloucester GL1 2BX
Tel 01452 311440
Email thecidertree@gmail.com
www.thecidertree.com
Our friendly outlook, homely service
and great atmosphere are reasons
why customers return time and again.
At Café René we have a full and varied
menu but pride ourselves on serving
the finest expertly grilled prime steaks
and Sunday Roast menu.
Traditional fish and chips served in
a stunning pub with its own Cidery.
Less than 300 yards from the city centre.
Open Tue–Sun
Opening Hours Tue–Sun 12noon-3pm;
Tue–Thu & Sun 6pm-11pm
Fri & Sat 6pm-midnight
Prices for a main meal from £6.99
Open Food, 11am-10pm
Opening Hours Sun–Thu 11ammidnight; Fri–Sat 11am-3am
Prices for a main meal from £5
Open 7 days a week
Opening Hours Mon –Thu
11am-2.30pm & 5pm-11pm;
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DR FOSTER’S
WATERFRONT BAR
& RESTAURANT
Kimberley Warehouse
Gloucester Docks, Gloucester GL1 2ES
Tel 01452 382157
Email thedoctor@drfostersbar.co.uk
www.drfostersbar.co.uk
The only pub and restaurant on
the dock in Gloucester. Great food,
atmosphere and service in a
quirky listed building.
Open 7 days a week
Opening Hours 10.30am-2am
Prices for a main meal from £7.50
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PEPPERS CAFÉ
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2 Bull Lane, Gloucester GL1 2HG
Tel 01452 384343
Email ann@peppers-cafe.co.uk
www.peppers-cafe.co.uk
SHAHI BALTI
INDIAN RESTAURANT
Open Mon–Sat (closed Bank Holidays
& between Christmas Day & New Year)
Opening Hours Mon 8am-3pm,
Tue–Fri 8am-4pm, Sat 10am-4pm.
Alternate Fridays of each month
open until 8pm for live music
Prices for a main meal from £3.75
City Centre, 72 Westgate Street
Gloucester GL1 2NZ
Tel 01452 385386
Email eat@indianrestaurant
gloucester.com
www.indianrestaurantgloucester.com
Shahi Balti is located in the city centre
close to the historic Cathedral. The
restaurant has been serving authentic
Indian food for 40 years. If you’re looking
for one of the best dining experiences
then pop along to Shahi Balti.
Open Mon–Sun
Opening Hours 5.30pm-midnight
(Fri & Sat until 1am)
Prices for a main meal from £5.80
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Fabulous wholesome homemade food:
soups, quiches, hot pots, salads, baguettes,
jacket potatoes. Teas and coffees. Seating
upstairs, courtyard, function room.
• Winner of Gloucester Curry Club
Award 2014
• British Curry Award winning Chef
• Certificate of Excellence 2014,
Trip Advisor
• House of Commons Award
• We undertake all outdoor catering
for Parties, Marriages, Corporate
Events etc
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Opening Times
Tuesday–Sunday Lunch 12.00-15.00
Tuesday–Thursday & Sunday Dinner
18.00-23.00
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18.00-Midnight, Monday
closed
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Aroma, 69 Southgate Street, Gloucester GL1 1TX
For Bookings: 01452 413108 www.aroma-gloucester.co.uk
15 - 21 July 2015
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@visitgloucester
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TIGER’S EYE
117-119 Southgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1UT
Tel 01452 520894
Email info@taste-of-thai.co.uk
www.taste-of-thai.co.uk
The Old Bell, 9a Southgate Street
Gloucester GL1 1TG
Tel 01452 332993
Email info@theoldbell-tigerseye.co.uk
www.theoldbell-tigerseye.co.uk
We are located opposite the historic
docks in Gloucester city, where you
can enjoy a truly mouth-watering
taste of Thailand.
The Tiger’s Eye restaurant is set in one of
the most historic and beautiful buildings
in Gloucester. It’s a unique place to relax
and enjoy fine food and drink.
Open Tue–Sun (closed Mon)
Opening Hours Tue–Sat 12noon-2.30pm;
Tue–Thu & Sun 6pm-10.30pm, Fri & Sat
6pm-11.30pm
Prices for a main meal from £8.50
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Opening Hours Mon–Thu 12noon-3pm
& 5pm-midnight, Fri–Sat 12noonmidnight, Sun 12pm-5pm
Food 12noon-10pm
Prices for a main meal from £5.95
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www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk
We are an
independent
wholefood café specialising
in good home made food
using locally sourced/organic
ingredients where possible.
We serve a wide range of teas,
our own blend of organic
and fair trade coffee, and
have an outstanding range
of soft drinks. We are licensed and sell
local beers and ciders as well as selected wines.
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Salad Bar with up to seven different selections
Quiches, jackets, soups and hot special dishes
Friendly service
Seating upstairs and in our secluded courtyard
Function room available for special occasions or meetings
Licensed – local beers and ciders
Live music on alternate Fridays, 6-8pm
Venue for Gloucester Rhythm & Blues Festival
Eat in, Take Away, Buffets
2 Bull Lane, Gloucester GL1 2HG
Opening times: Mon 8am-3pm; Tue–Fri 8am-4pm;
Sat 10am-4pm. Closed Sundays & Bank Holidays
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Strike A Light
19 - 23 March
Gloucester Fireworks
1 August
Residents’ Weekend
27 - 29 March
Where’s Scrumpty
Sculpture Trail
August - October
Gloucester Quays
Garden Party
3 - 6 April
Gloucester History Festival
5 - 19 September
Gloucester Tall Ships
23 - 25 May
Rugby World Cup Fanzone
18 September - 12 October
Gloucester Quays
Food Festival
17 - 19 July
Christmas Lantern
Procession
15 November
Gloucester Rhythm
& Blues Festival
25 July - 2 August
Gloucester Quays
Victorian Market
19 - 22 November
www.gloucester2015.com
www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk
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Sport
& Recreation
Images,
clockwise:
Ski & Snowboard
Centre;
Kingsholm
Stadium;
Gloucester
Rugby Club
FIND OUT MORE
GLOUCESTER RUGBY CLUB www.gloucesterrugby.co.uk
GLOUCESTER AFC www.gloucestercityafc.com
GL1 www.gl1.org.uk
OXSTALL’S TENNIS CENTRE www.oxstalls.org.uk
THE WAREHOUSE www.the-warehouse.co.uk
JDR KARTING www.jdrkarting.co.uk
SKI AND SNOWBOARD CENTRE www.gloucesterski.com
The Warehouse
THE CAPITAL VENUE www.thecapitalvenue.com
ROBINSWOOD HILL COUNTRY PARK www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk
HIGHNAM COURT AND GARDENS www.highnamcourt.co.uk
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SCULPTURE TRAIL
COMING TO GLOUCESTER AUGUST - OCTOBER
TheScrumptyTrail
@ScrumptyTrail
Things to do around
Gloucester
NEW
25 MILE ROUND
TRIP through glorious scenery
Gloucester is the proud capital of a county that has so much to offer.
Stunning natural beauty and picture postcard
villages and towns combine with world-class
sporting activity, cultural events and festivals,
independent shopping, food and drink, outdoor
pursuits, history and numerous visitor attractions
to suit all ages and tastes.
Cirencester, Chipping Campden and Stow-on-theWold are distinctly Cotswold in character and
always provide a warm welcome.
The Cotswolds is undoubtedly one of the most
beautiful regions in the British Isles, with rolling hills
and valleys punctuated by traditional villages and
towns. Places such as Broadway, Bourton-on-theWater, Burford, and larger market towns including
Clearwell Caves is the Royal Forest of Dean’s
Iron Mining Museum. Dating back over 4500 years,
visitors can explore nine atmospheric caverns
which are connected by winding passageways.
䡵 Travel from Toddington, Winchcombe
or Cheltenham Race Course stations
䡵 693 yard tunnel at Greet
䡵 Famous 15 arch Stanway viaduct
䡵 Tea room, shop and museum
at Toddington, café at Winchcombe
䡵 Heritage steam and diesel locomotives
䡵 Free car and coach parking
䡵 A great family day out
Nearby attractions include the Gloucestershire
Warwickshire Railway (GWR) at Toddington,
where you can take a trip on a real steam train.
Clearwell
Caves
Ochre and blacksmith workshops
Café and giftshop
Crystals and minerals to buy
9 impressive caverns
Caving activities
Guided tours
Picnic area
Ample free parking
OPEN
10.00am5.00pm
Clearwell,
Nr Coleford
Telephone: 01594 832535
www.clearwellcaves.com
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‘a great
underground
experience for
all the family!’
mobile tours
Explore over 2,000 years
of Gloucester’s History
Discover the story behind some
of Gloucester’s most iconic
and best loved buildings with
this FREE web app.
Three tours to choose from:
• Gloucester City Centre
• Gloucester Docks
• Kings, Queens & Martyrs
No download is required
and it works on most mobile
browsers.
Just go to www.gloucestertours.co.uk
or scan the QR code
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