Guidebook for Gloucester
Parks & Nature
On a clear day you can see all the way down the River Severn to the Severn Bridge, the Forest of Dean, the Cotswold escarpment, plus 5 counties.
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Robinswood Hill Country Park
Reservoir RoadOn a clear day you can see all the way down the River Severn to the Severn Bridge, the Forest of Dean, the Cotswold escarpment, plus 5 counties.
Google maps is NOT showing the right location. Its near Box Bush on the right past Huntley and NOT in Newent.
Absolutely breathtaking views and great for walks. Horse riding countryside and there are many ponies kept on the hill here. You can see for 100s of miles. Its the highest point around.
May Hill View
Google maps is NOT showing the right location. Its near Box Bush on the right past Huntley and NOT in Newent.
Absolutely breathtaking views and great for walks. Horse riding countryside and there are many ponies kept on the hill here. You can see for 100s of miles. Its the highest point around.
Sightseeing
Historic Cathedral. The nave and cloisters were used in the Harry Potter films. Also some of the Dr Who episodes. Dates back to the 7th century and King Edward 2nd is buried here.
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Katedrála v Gloucesteru
12 College GrnHistoric Cathedral. The nave and cloisters were used in the Harry Potter films. Also some of the Dr Who episodes. Dates back to the 7th century and King Edward 2nd is buried here.
This is where George Whitfield started his ministry. He preached at Gloucester City Park to over 15,000 people. Also, Robert Raikes birthed the Sunday school movement from here. The pub opposite was where he was born and is named after him.
Gloucester has a wonderful Christian heritage and there are many vibrant, lively and charismatic congregations in the city. Modern day Wesleyians preach in the streets and many miraculous healings have taken place as reported by the Citizen newspaper.
St Mary de Crypt Church
Southgate StreetThis is where George Whitfield started his ministry. He preached at Gloucester City Park to over 15,000 people. Also, Robert Raikes birthed the Sunday school movement from here. The pub opposite was where he was born and is named after him.
Gloucester has a wonderful Christian heritage and there are many vibrant, lively and charismatic congregations in the city. Modern day Wesleyians preach in the streets and many miraculous healings have taken place as reported by the Citizen newspaper.
Shopping
As its a designer outlet you can find clothes here a lot cheaper than London. My son, who lives in London, shops here! Also, you can visit museums, the cinema, some great restaurants and take a boat trip down the River Severn from here.
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Gloucester Quays
As its a designer outlet you can find clothes here a lot cheaper than London. My son, who lives in London, shops here! Also, you can visit museums, the cinema, some great restaurants and take a boat trip down the River Severn from here.
Arts & Culture
Museum Of Gloucester
Brunswick RoadYou will find many interesting artefacts if you are a Beatrix Potter fan. Its located in a cobbled street near the Cathedral and there is a nice tea shop opposite.
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The House Of The Tailor Of Gloucester
9 College CtYou will find many interesting artefacts if you are a Beatrix Potter fan. Its located in a cobbled street near the Cathedral and there is a nice tea shop opposite.
Lots of concerts and shows take place here and its just a 20 min drive from Gloucester.
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Cheltenham Town Hall
Imperial SquareLots of concerts and shows take place here and its just a 20 min drive from Gloucester.
Essentials
Asda Gloucester Supercentre
Bruton WayDrinks & Nightlife
Café René
31 Southgate StLots of live bands play here.
Gloucester Guildhall
23 Eastgate StLots of live shows here plus cinema.
Entertainment & Activities
Some great plays are often performed here before they go to the West End in London.
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Everyman Theatre
10 Regent StSome great plays are often performed here before they go to the West End in London.
Gloucester Ski & Snowboard Centre
Matson LaneTry out skiing!
GL1 Leisure Centre
Bruton WayOlympic sized pool and just about every sport you can think of.