Things to do in Gloucester

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Things to Do in Gloucester

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Top Attractions in Gloucester

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Majestic cathedral with intricate carvings, vibrant stained glass, and a whispering gallery. Crypt tours reveal hidden histories and Harry Potter filming locations.
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Aviation museum with a collection of Gloster aircraft, interactive cockpit tours, and historical exhibits. Features a café with refreshments and light bites.
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Modern retail space in a historical dockyard setting, featuring a mix of indoor and outdoor shopping with a diverse array of stores and dining options, complemented by a scenic Christmas market.
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Art museum set amid sculpture gardens, showcasing wildlife and environmental pieces, including unique scrap metal sculptures. Features artist interactions and a cafe with home-cooked delights.
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Interactive canal history exhibits and boat trips in a picturesque dockyard setting, with a special emphasis on children's activities and local waterway significance.
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Adventure playground with challenging courses for all ages, clean facilities, and a well-regarded café. Ideal for children's events, though activities for the very young may be limited.
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  • xxluvleaxx
    Chester, UK620 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited whilst staying in Gloucester post Christmas. It's a stunning Cathedral,lots of history as expected. Beautiful stained glass and several Chapels within. I've marked down one as when you enter, despite it being entry by donation if you so wish, you are funnelled through a heavily volunteered/staffed till area which feels like you have no option to not donate the suggested £5 per person. It wasn't necessary an issue for me money wise,but I know I used to visit the cathedral in Chester with my daughter when she was a small child almost weekly as she loved looking at the stained glass, there isn't the almost mob handed feel as you enter Chester Cathedral and I would never of visited so often had they had this approach. I think they need to bear in mind some people are visiting as a safe haven and might not have the suggested donation. It was lovely for the one visit but I wouldn't return due to the entry system feeling very overwhelming.
    Written 9 February 2025
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  • Termitethecat
    Stroud, England17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent museum near Gloucester. In particular I recommend doing the Trident and Vulcan tour. On the Trident tour you can sit in the airline seats and listen to a talk and short videos before you do the cockpit tour. On the Vulcan it's a climb up to see the cockpit and find out about the different roles that each crew member does. The guides are very informative.
    There are lots of other planes (and parts etc) to see and other cockpits you can sit in. Also there is a shop and a cafe plus outdoor picnic benches with views over Staverton airfield.
    It's free to enter and there are plenty of donation points within the museum. The volunteers are definitely not pushy about donations but hopefully most people do donate. Plenty of parking for cars and bicycles.
    Overall it's definitely worth a visit, there is plenty to see and do and the volunteers are very friendly and knowledgeable.
    Written 1 February 2025
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  • Zip
    London, UK3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely quaint old docks with historic buildings and lots to see and do. Plenty of eateries and shopping opportunities too. Would recommended this for a day visit along with the old cathedral which is close by .
    Written 24 November 2024
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  • Pippola18
    Split, Croatia130 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Never been before and picked up some bargains. I'd heard grumbles about the parking, but to be honest the price was in line with other cities. I went with my daughter (early 20s) and it would be grateful to have more clothes shops for that age band (e.g. Urban Outfitters, Bershka).
    Written 2 February 2025
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  • Julianne S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Family members from Bath, Usk and Birmingham met at the Hayward Coffee Shop in Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall. We were a group of 15, including 4 children aged 5 and under - enough to scare any kitchen staff. But from our earlier phone calls onwards, the Café staff were absolutely delightful, and we all enjoyed morning coffee, followed by a walk around the local rural roads, then lunch for all, and finally a play on the outside Childrens Play equipment. I couldn’t praise the whole experience more, and will come back to appreciate the sculpture garden and indoor galleries.
    Written 30 December 2024
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  • Tiredmama
    17 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited Over Farm today as part of their Summer Blowout event with a Meet and Greet with Bluey. We visited their Easter event previously having been impressed but didn't think this was as good...

    Positives...

    ✓Excellent value for money (save by booking online). We were there all day and kids went on things multiple times. Didn't have to queue long for most rides/activities.
    ✓Lots to do (we were there from open to close). We loved the woods (including new additions) and the quad train and tractor rides. Kids loved the bouncing pillows.
    ✓Staff were very friendly and the site doesn't feel too big...it was busy but room for everyone.
    ✓ It was clear they had worked very hard and created some amazing things for kids to play on/with. Great play areas!
    ✓ Loved the foam party, thought it was a great idea.

    Some 'constructive criticism'

    ? Maybe put some portaloos up the top near the woods (there is a hand washing station up there)....I had to trapse down the hill with a toddler...they were clean though. I saw your previous point about a huge cost to install proper toilets but agree with previous review that there didn't feel enough toilets. I also think that they hold enough events there that it could warrant that investment...but what do I know though!

    ? We queued 30+ minutes for an ice cream of which some were quite melted in their tubs when we got to the front. My husband politely told the girl serving she couldn't serve the bubblegum as it was liquid. Please encourage your staff to radio for help if they need it. Should have been 2 staff in that hut...also ran out of napkins.

    ? Not enough benches in the undercover tent. My sister in law found it difficult to find somewhere to sit down and breastfeed in the shade. Lots of people queuing for Bluey were sitting on benches...we also found this tricky at lunchtime.

    ? Some food had run out by 12.30! Cans were not cold on a hot day...food was good value for money and big portions though. We loved the cheesy chips! Queue was long again though the food was served quite quickly. Could do with another kiosk (not the pizza).

    ? Tap water stations...there felt limited places to purchase drinks (quickly if that was all you wanted)...could you not have refillable water stations?

    ? We struggled to get out easily as the gift shop was rammed...I appreciate you are offering people to spend some last pennies but when you have a tired toddler, all we wanted was to get to our car quickly... could you offer an exit not through the gift shop as well as the existing one?

    ? Lastly...I am guessing they underestimated how popular Bluey was...and how long queues were. I really think that your booking slot for the day could link to a meet and greet slot with Bluey with a coloured wrist band so that it was a bit more controlled. We just missed the last slot and they added an extra but had to wait another 45mins.

    Hopefully the staff reading this will take the feedback on board...my points above didn't ruin the day, just a bit annoying at times. We had a good time and as I say, we were there all day! We will be back again so thank you 😊
    Written 21 July 2024
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  • michael r
    98 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We as a family of 5 stopped here as part of our sightseeing of Gloucester. Our children range from 9 to 13.
    Firstly the entry fee family ticket 2 adults and 3 children was just £12 very good value.
    The museum itself is excellent. Extensive but accessible information. Great displays and good use of touchscreens and fun activities for all my children.
    Definitely worth a visit if you have an hour and a nice selection of gifts with many at pocket money prices.

    A great place and glad we went.
    Written 9 August 2024
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  • Melissa D
    Derby, UK115 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice range of antiques. I prefer fewer cabinets so you can see things properly without having to get someone to constantly unlock things.
    Written 18 August 2024
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  • Anthony P
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates89 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Any rugby fan must at some point visit Kingsholm and experience the special match day atmosphere. With the legendary Shed cheering on their beloved Cherry and Whites it's one of those unique sport venues.
    I was there out of season, but had the privilege of being shown around by Alex Brown, which was great.
    Written 14 November 2024
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  • 99PSB
    Cheltenham, UK1,116 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well located on Gloucester docks. Cafe area which is ok. Boat trips are available in Spring / Summer. Entrance fee is a bit steep!
    Written 17 April 2024
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  • RAINB0WSH0ES
    Leicester, UK316 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gloucester Canal & River Trust Cruise, run by Sabrina cruises. 25th July. A lovely 45-minute cruise on a boat called The Queen Boadicea ll, down the canal docks, seeing the old warehouses and historic businesses that would have been really busy back in the day. Part way along, a bridge had to be raised to let the boat through, and this was done by a lively, funny guy in full pirate costume. He was in great character, and we were encouraged to wave at him and shout piratey phrases as we sailed by, which we loved! ☠️
    Lovely polite guys working on the boat, and we would definitely go on this cruise again.
    Written 27 July 2024
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  • sallyhenrywood
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great midweek visit for my son's birthday. It was quiet so a great time to go and we had an extra time offer when we booked. Cafe was nice and clean - I only had a cup of tea but it was very good. Staff all friendly, helpful and professional. I'd definitely recommend.
    Written 24 January 2025
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